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.
In the digital age, a great deal of communication is enacted through text messages, emails and social media platforms, where emojis are frequently used. A Canadian Court recently held that the thumbs up emoji was enough to constitute acceptance of contractual terms, similar to a signature, to create a legally binding contract. In this Trial by Podcast, Law Graduates Emma-Lee Jones, Britney Tassone and Antonia Bonura discuss how emojis are becoming intertwined into the legal landscape.
In this episode of Trial by Podcast, law graduates Antonia Bonura, Emma-Lee Jones, and Britney Tassone explore the complicated world of copyright in the music industry, taking a closer look at its recent impact through a high-profile landmark decision involving Ed Sheeran.
Australia has become one of the largest consumers of cosmetic surgeries in the world, but what are the legal ramifications of these procedures if they go wrong? In this Trial By Podcast, Law Graduates Antonia Bonura, Prineeka Sharma and Britney Tassone explore the not so glamorous side of cosmetic surgery in Australia.
From streamlining legal processes to predicting case outcomes, AI has the potential to revolutionise the legal profession. In this Trial By Podcast, Law Graduates Matthew Sitima, Ryan Greenaway, and Emma-Lee Jones explore the ethics, risks, and limitations of relying on machines for legal decision-making.
Reality TV is one of Australia’s most guilty pleasures, with new programs within the genre being released constantly. However, there is a layer of manufactured drama behind the ‘unscripted’ programs, and with this brings legal and moral issues. In this Trial by Podcast episode, Law Graduates Isabella Bagus, Morgan Graham, and Chantal Ryan-Linnane examine just how much we really know about reality TV.
In this Trial By Podcast, Law Graduate Ella Trevena discusses the Fair Work Legislation Amendment Bill 2022. This bill aims to amend the Fair Work Act 2009 in several key areas in order to increase wages and improve the gender pay gap.
It's common for makeup stores and chemists to have makeup samples for customers, so that they can try before they buy. In this Trial By Podcast, Law Graduates Naomi Ralphs and Tiffany Wong discuss what happens when this process can go wrong, such as the 2015 incident where Sephora was sued by someone who contracted oral herpes from a lipstick at one of their stores.
The growth of social media has correlated with the growth of online advertising, often stealthily hidden through influencer promotions. Law Graduates Jack Cale and Catherine McCorriston discuss the laws around whether influencers are required to disclose when they are advertising, and how brands need to navigate this new and lucrative way to reach new customers.
The roads of the future will inevitably be lined with autonomous vehicles, leaving the decision-making to artificial intelligence rather than humans. Law Graduates Jack Cale and Tennille Chester discuss the innovative laws that will form in response to this eventuality, and see what is in store as we begin to adapt to these new technologies.
The U.S. Supreme Court officially reversed Roe v Wade in June 2022, a largely controversial political and societal decision. Law Graduates Catherine McCorriston, Kelly Williams, and Darcie Hill discuss how this was able to occur, and the far-reaching implications this decision has.
The defamation trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard was a polarising event, with domestic violence and toxicity in relationships at the forefront of proceedings. In this Trial By Podcast, Law Graduates Kaitlyn Oliver, Maddy Cron, Ella Trevena, Georgina Le Sueur, and Lawyer Shay Sorefan take a comprehensive look into the background of the case, the arguments of both sides, and the eventual outcome.
If you’re a dog lover, there aren’t too many things better than a cute puppy. Characteristics such as wrinkles, tiny heads, or flat noses are always aww-worthy, but selective breeding for ‘cute’ purposes has been proven to lead to genetic disorders in dogs. In this Trial By Podcast episode, Law Graduates Kaitlyn Oliver and Ella Trevena dive into the world-first law changes in Norway around dog-breeding, and what reforms are in consideration here in Australia. #mccabes #auslaw #law #legalpodcast ...
The trade of crypto assets has soared in popularity with around 3.4% of the Australian population owning some form of cryptocurrency. The question we have is, what happens at tax time after you make a profit from crypto? In this Trial By Podcast episode, Lawyer Shay Sorefan and Law Graduate Georgina Le Sueur examine the current laws around taxation on cryptocurrency in this new and dynamic space. #cryptocurrency #taxation #assets #crypto #podcast #legalpodcast #lawyers #lawgrads #mccabes
Gun manufacturer Remington has settled with the families of the victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. Remington's marketing was found for be aimed towards young men, which is said to have contributed to tragic event that occurred. Law Graduates Samantha Jack and Kelly Williams explore the tough, controversial issue of gun law, and whether this case sets a precedent for who is liable and responsible for future events like this. #mccabes #auslaw #law #legalpodcast #graduateprogram ...
Law Graduate Jacqueline White discusses the implications of vaccine policy for employers as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.
In case you somehow missed it, Gladys Berejiklian resigned from her position as NSW Premier in September after ICAC announced that they were investigating whether she breached the public trust. In this Trial By Podcast episode, Graduate Lawyers William Wade and Emma Jagot unpack what ICAC is, and take a deep dive into why everyone is talking about it.
In this episode of the Trial By Podcast, law graduates Emma Jagot and Jacqueline White discuss the laws in place to help homebuyers avoid buying property with a spooky past.
Whether it’s Alexa, Google Home or Siri, most of us probably use at least one of these. But a heated topic of debate continues to surround these devices: are they listening to us and recording our conversations? In this next episode of Trial By Podcast, Graduate Lawyers Monique Messenger and William Wade answer three of our biggest questions: - Are they recording my conversations? - Where is that information stored? - What is being done with that data?
The High Court confirmed on 8 September 2021 that media companies are responsible for the disparaging comments made on their Facebook posts, and can even be sued for these comments. Law Graduates Jacqueline White and William Wade discuss the case of Fairfax Media Publications v Voller, and some of the potential consequences of the decision made by the High Court.
From citizen's arrests by anti-Uber activists, to a Sydneysider implanting the chip from an Opal travel card into his hand, we have seen some unique legal cases pop up over the years. In this episode of Trial By Podcast, Law Graduates Emma Jagot and Monique Messenger count down their top five most unusual legal cases in Australia.
In today's episode, Law Graduates Monique Messenger and William Wade will be discussing an area of law reform which has been received well in the headlines: the NSW miscarriage law reform and federal reform to the Fair Work Act. But, they will also be broadening this conversation to look at how Australia compares internationally when it comes to parental leave policies, like with New Zealand, Taiwan and India. If you have any questions about this topic, don’t hesitate to get in contact with us t...
New Zealander Laurel Hubbard became one of the first openly transgenders athletes to compete in an Olympic Games this year. However, her participation was heavily criticised as she was competing in the over 87-kilogram weightlifting event. Some critics deemed this to be unfair as she was born biologically male. Where does the law lie for female transgender athletes? Law Graduates Emma Jagot and Jacqueline White discuss the guidelines for female transgender athletes competing in the Olympics, and...
Why is it that sports players involved in serious acts of violence during a game are rarely criminally prosecuted, and are often only put on report or suspended by the relevant sporting body? Law Graduates Emma Jagot and William Wade discuss this and relevant case law in this episode of Trial By Podcast.
In this episode of Trial By Podcast, Law Graduates Monique Messenger and Jacqueline White will be looking at the changes to consent laws in New South Wales. Please note sexual assault is discussed in this episode, which may be distressing for some listeners. If you would like to skip to the segment focussing on the changes to consent laws, please go to 9 minutes 30 seconds. Helplines: 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) NSW Rape Crisis (1800 424 017) Sexual Assault Counselling Australia (1800 211 028)
