By Truman Zhang Human fascination with artificial intelligence (AI) has been prevalent since the inception of computer science and pop culture films such as 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968), Terminator …
Unfair Dismissal Claims for Casual Employees
By Estephen Gear Bugarin When it comes to unfair dismissal, it is common to acknowledge that casual employees are treated differently to employees under full-time/part-time employment. Common questions that come …
An extraordinary promise and estoppel – Moore v Aubusson [2020]
By Priscilla Sidey Case Summary – Moore v Aubusson [2020] NSWSC 1466 The case of Moore v Aubusson involves a dispute over the distribution of the $11M estate of …
It’s 2023, why can’t a minor make a will?
By Teigan Hutchison Generally, except in limited circumstances, a person under the age of 18 cannot create a valid will. However, in the modern landscape, it is becoming more …
Invitation to Treat vs. Offer in Australian Contract Law: Understanding the Difference
By Jackson McKinley Under Australian contract law, a contract needs 4 essential elements — offer, acceptance, intention to create and valid consideration. So, it is important to be able …
Farmer Wants a Silencer: NSW Police Force v Allen [2016] NSWCATAP 148
By Hayden Nelson Case Summary of Commissioner of Police, NSW Police Force v Allen [2016] NSWCATAP 148 Summary: The Commissioner of Police (the Appellant) refused Mr Allen’s (the Respondent) …
What is a Family Provision Claim?
By Estephen Bugarin For most people, it is common practice to draft and leave a will after their passing. The contents of the will may seek to provide various …
Selling a Business? Important obligations that last beyond signing a contract
By Jackson McKinley When it comes to selling a business, a vendor’s job does not end once they sign a contract. Often, vendors will have several legal obligations to fulfil …
Moore v Scenic Tours Pty Ltd [2020] HCA 17
By Priscilla Sidey Moore v Scenic Tours Pty Ltd Case Analysis This matter concerns a breach of contract for provision of services, namely failing to provide a pleasant and …
Why should you care about the insolvency of someone else’s company?
By Jacob Carswell-Doherty We should all know that company directors owe a duty to prevent insolvent trading by their own company, but should you care about someone else’s solvency? There …