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Who owns my body after I die? Can I leave my entire estate to my dog? Do I own the rights to the tattoo on my arm? Welcome to Trial by Podcast, a fortnightly podcast series by Australian law firm, McCabes where we discuss dinner-party legal topics, current events and the laws surrounding them.
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#68 - Bad Blood: Music copyright and re-recordings
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. -
#67 - Pink Tax: The pricing discrimination that persists
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.
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#66 - Thumbs Up: Can an emoji really signify a contractual agreement?
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. -
#65 - A Familiar Tune: Navigating music copyright laws
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.
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#64 - Beauty or Botched: The legal consequences of cosmetic surgery
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. -
#63 - Judge Bot: Is Chat GPT changing the legal system for better or for worse?
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.