Laying down the law
Title:
Laying down the law
Author:
Hamer, David (Law teacher), author.
ISBN:
9780409357585
Personal Author:
Edition:
12th edition.
Physical Description:
xliv, 710 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
Contents:
1. Introduction to law -- 2. The origins and historical development of the modern Australian legal system -- 3. The Australian legal system -- 4. First Nations Australians and the Australian legal system -- 5. The legal profession and professional legal practice and ethics -- 6. Legal dispute resolution processes -- 7. Case law and precedent -- 8. Precedent in Australian courts -- 9. Legislation -- 10. Approaches to interpretation of legislation -- 11. Extrinsic aids to interpretation of legislation -- 12. Interpretation of legislation in context -- 13. Presumptions used in the interpretation of legislation -- 14. Statutory obligations and discretions -- 15. Applying legislation to complex problems -- 16. Legal research -- approaches and steps -- 17. Searching for secondary sources -- 18. Searching for case law -- 19. Searching for legislation -- 20. Legal writing -- 21. Referencing and citation -- 22. Study and exam skills -- Part 7: A. Court hierarchies -- B. Abbreviations of commonly used law reports -- C. A guide to law reports of courts -- D. Common legal abbreviations -- E. Commonly misspelt or misused words -- F. Glossary.
Abstract:
"Laying Down the Law provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the study of law. Essential foundation topics covered include Australia's legal system and sources of law, while discussion of current issues highlights the context in which our legal system operates and the role and responsibilities of the legal profession. Clear explanations of precedent and statutory interpretation provide a solid basis for legal study and practice, and practical examples and exercises support learning and the development of key skills. A legal toolkit and marginal notes provide additional information to develop understanding of key concepts. The book is supported by a range of online materials to consolidate knowledge and skills. The 12th edition has been extensively revised throughout, including discussion on recent developments in case law and legislation, such as the Legislation Interpretation Act 2021 (SA) and continuing developments following the High Court's decision in Farah Constructions Pty Ltd v Say-Dee Pty Ltd. Other current issues, such as constitutional recognition of Australia's First Nations peoples and the implications for legal research and practice of the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence programs, are also considered."--Publisher's website.