E-bikes are surging in popularity as a convenient transport option, but this increased prevalence has highlighted the safety concerns and gaps in regulation surrounding them. In this Trial By Podcast, law graduates Fin, Julia, and Pav discuss why reforms are underway and what it means for riders and the community.
After many months of parliamentary inquiry and debate, the biggest overhaul of the NSW Workers Compensation Scheme since 2012 are now in place. In our first Trial by Podcast episode of 2026, law graduates Jemillah and Chelsea unpack why these reforms were introduced, and the big changes employers and employees need to understand.
He sees you when you’re sleeping, knows when you’re awake, but is any of that legal? In this Christmas special of Trial by Podcast, law grads Shashank and Isabel unwrap the laws Santa might be breaking on his annual sleigh ride around the world.
Psychosocial safety is a core workplace health and safety obligation, placing new responsibilities on employers to identify and manage risks to mental health at work. In this episode of Trial by Podcast, law grads Mariana and Allegra are joined by special guest Melini Pillay, employment principal at McCabes, to discuss what psychosocial safety is, recent WHS amendments, and the processes that employers face.
Commercial "sharenting" is increasing in popularity and success, with influencers building entire brands around family-focused content featuring their children. In this Trial by Podcast, law grads Mariana, Shashank, and Jason look at the ethical grey areas of this type of content, and whether existing laws in Australia go far enough to protect children in the digital age.
In this Trial by Podcast, law grads Isabel, Carissa, and Antara explore reform across areas of animal welfare, from dog breeding to live animal export and the use of animals for recreational sport.
Accessibility and affordability has seen duplicate products become one of the biggest trends in beauty, but where do we draw the line between inspiration and infringement? In this Trial by Podcast, law grads Meg, Carissa, and Antara explore what the law says about product imitation and consumer deception in the beauty industry.
Artificial intelligence is reshaping industries around the world, but what happens when it begins to challenge the legal system itself? Following the High Court Chief Justice’s warning that AI poses an “existential threat” to the law, law grads Allegra and Isabel discuss the growing influence of AI in the legal industry, and whether the profession can adapt before it’s too late.
Over the last year, policies surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have been increasingly challenged and criticised as a result of developments in the global political and social landscape. In this Trial By Podcast, law grads Allegra and Carissa explore what DEI really is and whether it delivers tangible benefits, and what these developments mean for the future of DEI policies in the workplace.
A brand crisis is a lot like sunburn. You need to know when it's time to give up on reapplying and go find some shade. In Part 2 of Burning Questions, law graduates Mariana Ishak and Jason Weerasuriya are joined by PR and communications expert Amanda Lacey from Popcom to discuss how Ultra Violette managed the SPF controversy from both a public relations and legal perspective. Spoiler: the shade was the right option.
Australia’s human tissue laws haven’t been reviewed in nearly fifty years. With both science and society having changed dramatically in that time, the Australian Law Reform Commission is taking a fresh look. In this episode of Trial by Podcast, law grads Mariana and Isabel explore what counts as “human tissue,” why the laws are so fragmented, and the ALRC’s priorities for reform.
What happens when employment law collides with public broadcasting? In this episode, law grads Shashank, Antara, and Andrea examine the high-profile case of Antoinette Lattouf and the ABC.
No two surrogacy journeys are the same, and neither are the laws that govern them. In this Trial by Podcast, law grads Allegra and Fadi discuss why surrogacy laws are so difficult to navigate and what the ALRC’s June review could mean to solve long-standing challenges.
In Part 1 of this two-part episode, law grads Mariana and Jason tackle the burning questions around product claims and consumer rights after advocacy group Choice accused Ultra Violette’s Lean Screen sunscreen of falling short on SPF protection.
Doping has long been one of sport’s biggest controversies, with strict anti-doping rules designed to protect athletes and ensure fair play. But what happens when a competition like the Enhanced Games flips the script and makes doping legal? In this Trial by Podcast, law grads Shashank and Jason explore the clash between performance enhancement and prohibition, the legal and ethical questions at stake, and what this could mean for the future of sport.
How does the law treat crimes committed while the accused is asleep? In this Trial by Podcast, law grads Allegra, Alem, and Carissa explore sleepwalking defences, parasomnia-related offences, and the challenges courts face in determining responsibility.
#80 - Nagi vs Brooki: Recipe for Controversy by McCabes Lawyers
Some laws protect us. Others are incredibly strange and probably well past their expiration date. In this episode of Trial By Podcast, law graduates Isabel, Antara, and Meaghan dive into the quirkiest laws still on the books in Australia and around the world that are technically enforceable today.
#78 - The Pill Testing Debate by McCabes Lawyers
In this Trial by Podcast, law graduates Alem Paric and Fadi Khousho explore what pro bono legal services are and who they serve, and why accessibility to legal services are vital.
In this Trial By Podcast, Antara, Meaghan, and Andrea discuss their experiences so far in the McCabes Graduate Program. 🎓 Hear the best application tips and what you can expect in rotations through different practice groups.
A trade mark is a powerful asset that defines a brand’s identity and reputation, which means that it is a necessity to go to extreme lengths to protect it. In this episode, law graduates Mariana Ishak, Meaghan McLeod, and Fadi Khousho discuss three of the most hotly contested trade mark wars in recent times, and explore why a strong strategy around protecting an IP is critical for the longevity of a brand.
A high-profile feud between rappers Drake and Kendrick Lamar captured global attention, escalating into a defamation debate as Drake took legal action against Universal Music Group. In this episode of Trial by Podcast, law graduates Shashank Shimoga, Allegra Zacest, and Isabel Lowe explore the debate, discussing where the line is drawn between artistic expression and reputational damage.
In this episode, graduates Andrea Cuadros Lu, Antara Labiba, and Jason Weerasuriya examine the Blake Lively vs Justin Baldoni case, a dispute that’s as much about defamation and PR strategy as it is about contract law.
In this Trial by Podcast, law graduates Abby Adams and Claire Ascoli discuss the complex and high-profile defamation case of Bruce Lehrmann vs. Network Ten. Please note, this episode includes discussions of sexual assault which may be distressing for some listeners.
Is it time to begin your career in law? Applications for the 2025 cohort of the McCabes Graduate Program are open until July 31st 2024. In this Trial By Podcast, law graduates Leah Ahokava, Sarah Sassine, and Angela Vangdahl dive into the Graduate Program experience. Hear tips and tricks on the application process, what opportunities you can expect throughout the program, and why you should kick-start your career with McCabes. Apply today: https://mccabes.com.au/careers/graduate-program/
Do you find yourself answering work calls and emails from your manager outside of work hours? You might be able to start leaving them on read. In this Trial by Podcast, law graduates Abby Adams, Sarah Sassine, and Alyssa Whiffin discuss the right to disconnect, part of the Closing Loopholes amendment to the Fair Work Act.
Flight tracking means that no celebrity is safe from criticism of using their private jets just a bit too much, raising questions about just how impactful this is on the environment. Join Alyssa Whiffin, Angela Vangdahl, and Leah Ahokava in this Trial By Podcast as they discuss the challenges of air pollution and the regulatory efforts to curb it.
In 2020, Taylor Swift began the famous task of re-recording her songs that had already been released to claim artistic and financial control over them. In this Trial by Podcast, law graduates Abby Adams, Jessica Lees, and Michelle Tan explore how Taylor Swift was able to do this legally, and discuss the broader dynamics of copyright law.
In this episode of Trial by Podcast, law graduates Leah Ahokava, Michelle Tan, and Alyssa Whiffin discuss the 'Pink Tax', the hidden extra costs that women pay for everyday goods and services.
