Law Report

Andrew Bell, NSW Chief Justice, discusses significant trials in the history of the NSW Supreme Court, from convict days to Indigenous justice challenges. He reflects on a murder trial with lack of direct evidence, evolution of judicial oversight, and the court's vital role in society as it marks its 200th anniversary.

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Ben Kane, an intellectual property expert from James and Wells, and Naomi Pierce Patton, a trademark attorney specializing in patent law, delve into the intricate world of IP rights, particularly during divorces and disputes among inventors. They discuss a captivating case involving a mining equipment company unable to protect its invention. The conversation also highlights the complexities of copyright disputes in family law, emphasizing the importance of a solid IP strategy for inventors, and the daunting challenges faced in patent enforcement.

The global campaign to end the misuse of non-disclosure agreements. And record damages awarded in a sexual harassment case make it clear courts won't tolerate employers who intimidate complainants.

How are non-disclosure agreements used in the settlement of sexual harassment claims? Damien Carrick speaks to the co-authors of a new study, "Let's talk about confidentiality".

Do we have healthy industry competition in Australia? Do we have the right regulatory framework? Damien Carrick speaks to the chairwoman of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, Gina Cass-Gottlieb.

Exploring the legal battles, concerns over free speech violations, fair trial possibilities, and the potential dangers to press freedom if Assange is extradited to the US. Delving into the complexities of seeking leave to appeal before the High Court, debates on asylum seekers, judges' role in assessing extradition safety, concerns about US extradition, and the denial of a plot to harm Assange by the US government. Reflecting on the injustice of Assange's prosecution for revealing war crimes and urging for his freedom and accountability in democratic societies.

Australian writer and academic Yang Hengjun is discussed in relation to involuntary manslaughter charges and the death penalty in China. Topics cover parental responsibility for school shooters, differing views on gun ownership in America, legal implications of parental blame, gun safety laws, and the controversial case of Dr. Yang's espionage charges in China.

After 40 years in jail — a new attempt to secure parole for the man said to be Australia's longest-serving Indigenous prisoner. Warning: this episode mentions Indigenous people who have died.

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