Britain has just left the European Union! Very big deal for us Legal Students, particularly those studying world oder, as we can link it to the effectiveness of IGO's ::)
How come?
Also what cases are best to use in prelim legal studies?
Im doing an essay on courts and tribunals effectiveness for world order! Do i need to include media to show its effectiveness?
Here is a cool article evaluating the effectiveness of victim impact statements - it's a very interesting perspective but it makes some good points: http://www.smh.com.au/comment/the-problem-with-victim-impact-statements-20160612-gph974.html
e.g. Michael Adams - it would be "monstrous" to suggest "for some reason killing her should attract a lesser sentence than would be the case if … she had a loving family and grieving relatives".
A different article on slavery if you're not using Wei Tang, talking about slavery in modern day Australia & NGOs addressing it: http://www.smh.com.au/nsw/this-is-happening-in-australia-sydney-victim-of-slavery-speaks-out-20160407-go1bt7.html
Tell me what you think!
A different article on slavery if you're not using Wei Tang, talking about slavery in modern day Australia & NGOs addressing it: http://www.smh.com.au/nsw/this-is-happening-in-australia-sydney-victim-of-slavery-speaks-out-20160407-go1bt7.html
Tell me what you think!
Perhaps this "mega lot" for sale might be interesting to Shelter Law students? It might not directly relate to the syllabus, but I think it's really interesting!
http://www.domain.com.au/news/mega-lot-of-90-castle-hill-homes-is-so-big-its-almost-unsellable-20160803-gqjn1k/
It actually ties in really well with the contemporary issue of Affordability! Rental prices have already been increasing 2x inflation and the selling of these 'mega lots' and already prevalent property investment (and presence of negative gearing) just further prevent 'justice' and 'equality' for those low income earners - as the high cost of developers purchasing lots gets passed on to home buyers.
I found this quote particularly useful:
“The larger the site gets the smaller the developer pool gets … when you’re looking at a site that has 90 homes and will potentially cost a few hundred million, you are reducing the potential amount of buyers,” - managing director of CBRE Western Sydney Frank Oliveri
Thanks for finding this!
These articles are awesome thanks!!!
Do you know of any media articles for consumers?? Also workplace....these are two really rarely done options I know!!! ::) ::)
Recently read this article - an interesting perspective on lockout laws!
http://www.smh.com.au/nsw/majority-back-broader-lockout-laws-across-the-state-20160828-gr31t9.html
Extended Joint Criminal Enterprise - doesn’t require the same level of proof and is therefore controversial [Common law]
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I'm not sure where you could use this but maybe in Crime somewhere (?)
Hi,
For police powers, i'm not sure if this has been said yet as I was just skimming over responses, but I think the Roberto Curti Case is good looking into rising tension within society
http://www.smh.com.au/nsw/police-used-excessive-unnecessary-unlawful-force-on-brazilian-student-roberto-curti-court-hears-20141117-11o3tr.html
For bail, the Steven Fesus case links well with balancing rights of offenders, victims and society as the media article (http://www.smh.com.au/nsw/steve-fesus-bail-reasons-revealed-by-judge-following-outcry-20140618-zsd6d.html) shows a lot of conflicting perspectives. In particular, Ken Marslew states "Imagine having lost a loved one and then seeing the person accused of their murder out on bail, walking freely. It's a slap in the face to anyone who has lost a loved one in those circumstances.''
For partial defences such as provocation, Insight's episode 'Provoked' features Phil Cleary, who says "If you're gonna argue that provocation is based on a woman allegedly having an affair, women are dead women walking". This episode was in response to the case R v Singh.
I hope these help :)
Just adding an extra resource, but for human rights!
I haven't studied the content yet, but a quick skim over the syllabus has the role of media in promoting and enforcing human rights. As such, I think this buzzfeed article is both relevant to the course and a contemporary issue that could be great in a short answer question. In particular, Obama's statement that he “fundamentally disagrees with the notion of discriminating against individuals because of their faith or religion.” would definitely promote human rights.
https://www.buzzfeed.com/tasneemnashrulla/obama-just-spoke-out-against-trumps-travel-ban?utm_term=.uoNLJzzoY#.hxW4Enn7k
Hi legal eagles! If you're looking for cases, or looking for an explanation of a particular case, be sure to check out this website which has a library full of cases. I never knew it existed during my own HSC, but I couldn't not share it, such a great resource!
This is fantastic! Thank you so much! Especially for all the work that everyone puts in here at ATAR notes!
Mary x
I forgot about that website! It's such a gem for students. Thanks for hanging around Mary - you're such an active student, we love helping you! :)
So as Elyse pointed about this website about the police minister (http://www.smh.com.au/nsw/police-minister-troy-grant-fined-325-for-taking-photo-while-behind-the-wheel-20170321-gv3ecp.html), could I use this article for the Contemporary Issue: The individual and Technology?
So as Elyse pointed about this website about the police minister (http://www.smh.com.au/nsw/police-minister-troy-grant-fined-325-for-taking-photo-while-behind-the-wheel-20170321-gv3ecp.html), could I use this article for the Contemporary Issue: The individual and Technology?
We all know in Legal Studies news changes so fast and sometimes it's difficult to keep up with everything. For instance, my teacher managed to provide us the newest edition textbook for Legal and already, things have updated. I'm just worried that I might write something in my essay during the exam that's changed! Any advice?
We all know in Legal Studies news changes so fast and sometimes it's difficult to keep up with everything. For instance, my teacher managed to provide us the newest edition textbook for Legal and already, things have updated. I'm just worried that I might write something in my essay during the exam that's changed! Any advice?
not sure if you guys know heaps about or did world order,
I was wondering if you know of any good media articles that examine the UN's effectiveness in maintaining world order??
Thanks a ton!
not sure if you guys know heaps about or did world order,
I was wondering if you know of any good media articles that examine the UN's effectiveness in maintaining world order??
Thanks a ton!
OMG I just found this thread and want to thank you guys so much for putting this up ;D ;D
So grateful !! If there was a happy crying emoji, I'd definitely be using it right now LOL
Hi! So I finally sat myself down and rounded up some media articles for the Family Option topic. Hopefully these prove to be helpful:
http://www.smh.com.au/comment/smh-editorial/abuse-inside-christian-marriages--a-personal-story-20150301-13rrvr.html
Sydney Morning Herald, 2015 - Abuse inside Christian marriages - a personal story
The article sheds light on the ineffectiveness of the courts and the law in addressing the issue of domestic violence in Christian marriages + how preconceived beliefs of Christian marriages have resulted in the courts and law enforcement to not conduct research into this issue. It's definitely an interesting topic to read into!
http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/nsw/domestic-violence-register-to-protect-women-who-fear-their-partners-past/news-story/15e0e48ac195194844867d8892c11742
The Daily Telegraph, 2015 - Domestic violence register to protect women who fear their partner's past
Shows the effectiveness of the legal system in taking action to protect victims of domestic violence + to prevent possible domestic violence in relationships. Despite this, it may also be considered a breach of privacy (Possibly look at the Privacy Act 1988 for direct quotes from legislation?)
http://www.smh.com.au/federal-politics/political-opinion/reports-show-shared-care-needs-fixing-20100203-nd7a.html
Sydney Morning Herald, 2010 - Reports show shared care needs fixing
Discusses how shared parenting needs to be more in the best interests of the child, not as a 50/50 kind of thing. I definitely thought it was an interesting read + discusses some stuff that the courts are actively discussing. Also integrates parts of law reform and the effectiveness/ineffectiveness of the courts.
http://www.smh.com.au/comment/samesex-marriage-equality-converts-are-very-welcome-to-the-party-20150226-13ptfg
Sydney Morning Herald, 2015 - Same-sex marriage equality converts are very welcome to the party.
Good article for showing the effectiveness AND ineffectiveness of the media, being a non-legal method. The article effectively shows how the contemporary issue of the recognition of same-sex marriages is being actively discussed, and how it's able to inform and project public opinion. But at the same time, it shows how non-legal methods like media don't have any legislative power to enforce laws. They're only able to advocate for it and be a vehicle of persuasion!
This is incredible! Thanks so much for your contribution! I've quoted your response over here so that these great links are also on our family law board! :)
I'm surprised this hasn't been mentioned.
NSW Police are getting new shoot-to-kill powers to counter terrorism. Bail and parole will be harder to get for people on suspicion of terrorism. In response to the Sydney Siege and the hostage thing in Melbourne.
A must-have for law reform and police powers/discretion questions. ;D
My biggest feedback criticism for legal is my lack of evidence because i struggle to remember names of relevant case studies even if i can remember what they're about
are there any easier suggestions for remembering the names of cases???
Hi,
On majority of my feedback I get told that I 'narrate' too much of my cases, is there any advice on how to stop that? Whenever I actively try not to narrate I am told that I don't go into enough detail or analysis of the case. I can't find a balance, any advice on what that balance is?
Thank you
A little bump of this fantastic resource! And in addition, this case should be on everyones list for Crime. The instigator of the terrorist attack that claimed the life of Curtis Cheng back in 2015 has just been sentenced, for aiding, abetting, counselling or procuring a terrorist attack. It's the first time anyone has actually been sentenced for a committed terrorist offence in Australia (not just for conspiring to commit one!) - Must include in your essays!