Podcasts - Law Express: Recent Episodes
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As you may have noticed, in political and legal terms, one topic is dominating the summer and that is the referendum on whether or not the UK should remain within the European Union or leave under the so-called ‘Brexit’ strategy.
In this podcast, we are going to look at a problem question involving different defences in criminal law.
We are going to look at a four-part problem question that encompasses four areas of consumer and commercial law.
In this podcast, we are going to look at a problem question involving different forms of negligence, psychiatric harm and vicarious liability.
This podcast will consider how you might best address an essay question which might typically be found in an undergraduate examination on the law of evidence.
This podcast for Law Express Medical Law will imagine you might have to answer the question: Does the law recognise a right to die?
We’re going to look at easements and in particular at rights of way. How do they arise and, most importantly, how do they fit into the land registration scheme.
This podcast for Law Express Family Law will imagine you have been set the following essay question in a family law exam: what differences exist in the legal treatment of marriage of a couple of the opposite sex and a marriage of a couple of the same sex? Should there be any differences?
We are going to work through a detailed answer to a fairly standard problem question on police powers and human rights.
The important question this podcast will answer is ‘how relevant is the critical legal studies movement today’?
If you are studying a course on international law for the first time this year, your experiences of law will probably have been restricted to the study of a number of distinct areas of national law. You may have studied the subject of jurisprudence and, if so, you may already be familiar with theoretical considerations. However, you may not have been exposed to the practical consequences of the kinds of theoretical questions posed in jurisprudence courses.
You probably use software all the time. In fact, we all use software so much that we don’t even really think about it. Whether it’s checking your university email account, or responding to a friend request on Facebook, or even just playing Minecraft when you should be working, software plays a central role in our personal and professional lives. The software industry is worth billions of pounds internationally, but software is also very easy to copy. How can it be protected most effectively?
We’re going to look at a typical problem question that deals with an imaginary case based on a fictitious statute, requiring you to consider and apply the various rules of statutory interpretation and other factors that the courts might take into account when trying to find the meaning of a piece of legislation.
We’re going to look at an answer to a typical essay question on disability discrimination law.
We’re going to look at an answer to a typical essay question on disability discrimination law.
This podcast will consider how you might best address an essay question which might typically be found in an undergraduate company law examination.
In this podcast, we are going to look at a problem question involving different defences in criminal law.
Both non-fatal offences against the person and property offences are common topics in criminal law exams. This podcast will help you to answer a problem question that draws on them both.
Listen to this podcast to learn how to answer an essay question about disability discrimination, a topic that often comes up in employment law exams.
This podcast explores how the key skills of interpreting statutes and using the doctrine of judicial precedent are tested in exams on the English legal system. Listen to make sure your exam answer stands out.
This podcast considers the effects of Crimea’s recent declaration of independence as a matter of international law. Listen now to make sure you are up to date with this hot topic.
Minority shareholder protection is a key topic within any company law course. This podcast will ensure your knowledge about this important subject area is up to date.
Listen to this podcast to find out how the doctrine of good faith has been incorporated into English commercial law.
This podcast discusses statutes that refer to sustainable development. Listen to further your knowledge in this area of environmental law.
Questions about the sources of constitutional law are popular among examiners. Listen to this podcast to ensure you know how to approach the topic if it comes up in your exam.
Direct effect is a key concept in EU constitutional law and helps explain how EU law is applied in a national legal system such as the UK. Listen to this podcast to find out more about this important topic.
Can you explain and analyse the benefits and drawbacks of patents, copyright and trade marks? If not, listen to this podcast to find out more about these forms of IP protection.
Could you tackle a problem question that raises many different aspects of the tort of negligence? If not, listen to this podcast to help.
This podcast explores the three certainties, a concept which often comes up in equity and trusts exams. Listen now to ensure you have a full understanding of this topic.
Unsure about the legal definition of mental capacity? Listen to this podcast ahead of your medical law exam to check you are on the right track.
Are you satisfied with your understanding of public order? If not, listen to this podcast to further your knowledge about this important area of human rights law.
Listen to this podcast to learn about trusts of the home and overriding interests of occupiers.
How would you answer an essay question about the changes made to the law by the Consumer Rights Act 2014? If you’re unsure, listen to this podcast to bring yourself up to speed with the latest developments in business law.
Confused about the term ‘right to silence’? You won’t be after listening to this podcast, which will help you to master this important concept.
How do you answer a problem question that draws on contract formation, contract terms, misrepresentation and damages? If you don’t know, listen to this podcast to find out.
This podcast focuses on same-sex marriage, a topic that has generated extensive debate both in the media and academic literature. Listen to find out how to tackle it in your family law exam.
This podcast poses the question ‘what is law?’ Listen to find out how this critical approach to understanding law lies at the heart of all jurisprudential inquiry.
Learn more about the case of Office of Fair Trading v. Purely Creative Ltd. and how this has affected Consumer and Commercial Law.
Assisted dying is still a hotly debated subject in Medical Law. Listen to this podcast to see how this area of law is evolving and learn about what may happen in the future.
Listen to this podcast to learn about how the recent case of HMV can help you think about the role of administration as part of the liquidation process.
Consideration is usually one of the essential elements of a binding contract and therefore it’s important you have a full understanding of it. Listen to this podcast to make sure you have a real grasp of what consideration is.
Theft is a key property offence that forms the basis of other, more complex criminal offences, including robbery and burglary, so it is important that you consolidate your knowledge and understanding of theft by listening to this podcast.
This podcast considers a recent decision of the Supreme Court, which has had a significant effect on the common law regulation of the termination of the contract of employment.
This podcast revises an important principle of the English Legal System; the ratio decidendi of a case. Make sure you fully understand this principle by listening to this podcast.
Listen to this podcast to keep up-to-date with issues in the area of enforcement of Environmental Law.
Listen to this podcast for an outline of a trust and the various benefits associated with trusts in general.
This podcast addresses the on-going legal problems attached to the return of an individual to a State where there exists a real risk of torture, or use of evidence in a trial that has been obtained by torture.
This podcast looks at a recent Scottish case concerning the effects of error and misrepresentation in the law of contract. Listen to extend your knowledge in this area.
Are you confident in your understanding of occupier’s liability? If not, listen to this podcast for a review of the law surrounding this obligation.
The relationship between the UK and EU remains a key topic within the study of constitutional and administrative law. Listen to this podcast to ensure you’re right up-to-date with recent developments in this area.
Do you understand the implications of the Justice and Security Bill in terms of due process rights and fairness within the trial system? If not, listen to this podcast for a better understanding.
Learn about the use of Adwords and protection of the function of a computer programme in this new podcast on Intellectual Property.
This podcast deals with a dramatic new piece of proposed legislation: The Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Bill 2013 and outlines the impact it may have. Listen in for an update on how this Bill could affect the law.
Confused about whether or not Palestine is a state in terms of International Law? Listen to this podcast to help understand this tricky area.
There could be major changes in the areas of easements, profits à prendre and covenants on freehold land, listening to this podcast will ensure you completely understand the implications of this.
This podcast discusses the relevance of positivist criminological theory, to criminology and criminal justice policy in England and Wales in the 21st century, by looking at the actions of the Coalition government.
This podcast discusses a case which demonstrates the difference between strict liability and fault-based liability, a good understanding of which could really help you in an exam.
Directives are an increasingly important part of EU Law. Listen to this podcast to make sure you fully understand them.
Are you up-to-date with the latest developments in debates about the law surrounding assisted dying? Listen to this podcast for the latest news on this sensitive subject.
Are you up-to-date with the European Union’s proposal for a Common European Sales Law? This podcast explores the implication of this proposal and discusses the Law Commission’s response.
This podcast explores the issues that arise when a couple with a child separate, and one parent wants to move away.
Listen to this podcast to learn more about the status of confidential records and the circumstances in which they may be disclosed to parties in civil proceedings.
This podcast discusses the recent case of R v. Gnango which recently reviewed two important areas of law. Listen to this podcast to make sure you’re up-to-date with developments in accessorial liability and the doctrine of transferred malice.
Want to improve your answer to the August 2012 podcast question? Listen to this podcast for further areas to consider.
Listen to this podcast to understand how a European Union Directive is going to affect Business Law in 2013. Being one step ahead of current developments is sure to impress the examiner.
Can you answer a question on the scope of copyright in computer programs? Listen to the podcast to learn how to do this well.
There have been some recent developments in the contentious area of executive pay. This podcast helps outline what these developments mean and shows you how to use this knowledge to enhance your exam answer.
Adverse possession is an issue you will almost certainly meet in your studies of Land Law. Expand your knowledge of this topic by listening to this podcast.
Constitution of trusts is a common topic for Equity exams. Keep up-to-date by listening to this podcast, which discusses a recent case in this area.
Supremacy of EU Law is an important principle often examined in EU Law modules. Make sure you understand it by listening to this podcast.
Listen to this podcast to keep up-to-date with recent proposed changes that affect Environmental Law.
Employment Law is a key subject in Business Law. Make sure you understand one of the common law implied duties that employers owe to their employees by listening to this podcast.
A recent decision by the Supreme Court has had far-reaching effects on the common law tests applied to determine a person’s employment status. Listening to this podcast will ensure you’re right up to date.
This podcast focuses on recent developments in criminal justice policy under the coalition government. Listen to this podcast to learn how to use this knowledge to improve an exam answer.
Listen to this podcast to learn how to answer questions on diplomatic immunity using recent case law.
Confused about the recent developments in the House of Law reform? This podcast explores this issue, and the implications it has for the coalition government.
Land Registration is a fundamental area of Land Law. For advice on answering a question on this topic, listen to our Land Law podcast.
Could you answer a question that raises several issues of tortious liability? This podcast guides you through a sample question and gives advice on how best to answer it.
How would you define a family? This podcast explores how the law defines a family, and also how you think it should be defined. Listen to the answer guidance for advice on how to tackle a tough question like this.
Can you answer a question on contract formation? Listen to the podcast for advice on how to succeed at questions on this subject.
Could you answer a question regarding unfair trading practices in Consumer and Commercial Law? This podcast has all the advice you need to succeed in a question on this topic.
Confident on answering problem questions concerning Scottish Business Law? This podcast takes you through a sample problem question step-by-step, so listen out for that valuable extra guidance.
Police powers are a key topic in many Human Rights modules. Be confident in the exam by listening to the advice on structuring an answer to this topic in our Human Rights Law podcast.
To what extent does the law protect small businesses? Listen to this podcast for a guide to structuring an answer to a question such as this that goes to the root of Business Law.
Could you answer a question on patients' right of autonomy? Listen to the podcast for advice on tackling this subject, and how to go that extra mile!
Can you answer a question that covers multiple intellectual property rights issues? Listen to the podcast for advice how on to do this and excel.
It is important to be able to assess the significance of legislation in relation to the law. This podcast tackles this tough skill in the context of an important piece of Environmental Law legislation.
Can you assess how criminological theories fit with criminal justice policy in England and Wales? This podcast helps show you how with step-by-step guidance.
Disability discrimination law is a key topic that often crops up in Employment Law exams. Make sure you're ready if it does by listening to the guidance in this podcast.
Free movement of goods is a common topic to be covered in EU Law exams. Make sure you're prepared by listening to the podcast for advice on how to answer a question on this topic.
Disclosure and public interest immunity are still problematic areas of the law of criminal evidence, so doing well in a question on this subject is not easy to do. Listen to the podcast for help on doing well in this tricky subject.
Learn how to analyse groundbreaking decisions by international courts and the significance of these. Listen to this podcast to learn how to excel in questions that ask you to do this.
Can you critically evaluate sources of constitutional law? This podcast will help you learn how to tackle questions that ask you to do this, and shows you how to go that extra mile.
Could you tackle a question on dirtectors duties under the Companies Act 2006? Listen to this podcast for guidance on how to do this well.
The interpretation of statutes and using the doctrine of judicial precedent are key skills that you’ll need throughout your legal studies, and as such are often tested in ELS exams. Listen to the podcast for guidance on how to do this in the context of an exam question.
Constitution of trusts is a common topic for Equity exams. Be clear on how to go about answering a question on this topic by listening to this podcast.
Non-fatal offences often combine with one another in problem questions, would you know how to tackle this? This podcast goes through a sample question that combines several of the offences, to show you how to handle it.
The case of MK v CK is the leading relocation case and showing your understanding of it is key when answering exam questions. Listen to this podcast for an explanation of its importance.
Listen to this podcast to understand how a decision of the European Court of First Instance impacts on the Sale of Goods Act 1979.
What constitutes an unfair relationship in trading? Listen to this podcast for an update on the Consumer Credit Act 1974 as amended by the Consumer Credit Act 2006.
How does an understanding of the case Sinclair Investments (UK) Ltd v Versailles Trade Finance Ltd support your understanding of this area of law? Listen here to an analysis of the case.
Listen to this podcast for an update on recent statutory developments in the area of disability discrimination law as brought about by the Equality Act 2010.
This podcast looks at the issue of parallel imports and exhaustion of rights and focuses on the important case of L'Oréal v eBay.
Make your exam answer really stand out by demonstrating your understanding of the recent Law Commission report into the use of expert evidence in criminal proceedings in England and Wales.
This podcast focuses on the recent and important case, Jones v Kernott, which centres on the highly topical and notoriously difficult issue of trusts and the home. Listen now to deepen your understanding on this area of land law.
What effect has the introduction of the Companies Act 2006 had on protecting minority shareholders and employees? Listen now, to hear a detailed analysis of Stainer v Lee, a case which utilised the new statutory derivative claim legislation.
This podcast focuses on the important area of intellectual property law of patents. Listen now to hear analysis of two recent decisions in Folding Attic Stairs Ltd v Loft Stairs Co Ltd, and Dyson Ltd v Vax Ltd, which concern the issue of novelty requirements.
This podcast further explores the issue of medical capacity, and focuses on the case of A Local Authority v Mr and Mrs A, where the issues of capacity and understanding of contraception were scrutinised.
What exactly is a fiduciary in relation to the law on equity and trusts? This podcast identifies the essential characteristics of a fiduciary and a fiduciary relationship, and poses the question of whether the concept needs to be defined with more definition.
This podcast focuses on the highly controversial decision of Re MA, a case which discuses the threshold criteria found in section 31 of the Children Act 1989, in light of child abuse to one child in a family, and its possible impact on other children.
How have the local Trading Standards departments used their powers granted under recent legislation on unfair trading practices? Listen now, to find out how this legislation was used in a landmark case about shill bidding on ebay.
Is the bindingness of the doctrine of precedent more apparent than real? Listen to this podcast to find out how you can approach this question with confidence.
Listen to this podcast to find out how best to approach a problem question on the issues surrounding the use of patents in intellectual property law and how to structure an effective answer.
Wondering how to tackle a question that demands you combine different areas of criminal law into one essay? Listen to this criminal law podcast to see how the topics of offences against the person and theft are woven into one answer.
Confused about the topic of rights and interests that exist in land law? Listen to this land law podcast for guidance on how to clearly write and structure an essay in this area.
This podcast looks at how to answer a typical problem question on the area of negligence, including the best approach to attacking its key elements in your answer.
This podcast assesses the significance of the important recent case Supreme Court in Re B (A Child), and outlines the crucial points to consider in essays that cover disputes over residence.
This podcast poses a typical essay question about the use of the constructive trust by the courts, and its relationship with modern equity. Find out how to structure your answer as clearly as possible to gain the best possible marks!
Could you write an essay concerning the implications of faulty goods in consumer and commercial law? Listen to this consumer and commercial law podcast for advice on how to do just that!
To what extent does business law exist to protect the interests of business as well as those who deal with businesses? Listen to this business law podcast for a guide to structuring an answer to a question such as this that goes to the root of business law.
This podcast looks at how to approach the issues of enforcement of EU law through the Article 258 to 260 procedures, and also the substantive EU law concerning free movement of goods.
This podcast focuses on an important area of constitutional and administrative law: scrutiny of the executive. Listen now for a discussion of the recent public enquiry into the Iraq war.
This podcast considers the significance of the National Health Service Constitution, which was produced by the Department of Health in 2009. Listen for a detailed discussion on this topical area of medical law.
Now the Treaty of Lisbon has now been ratified, listen to this podcast to find out how this important piece of EU legislation will affect the EU and its structure.
Listen to this podcast for a discussion of important recent case law in light of the development of discrimination law.
Now the Companies Act 2006 is implemented into the English legal system, what is its impact on company law? Listen to this podcast for a discussion of the issues surrounding this important legislation.
This podcast poses an essay question on the area of registered land. Learn how to get to grips with this difficult yet essential topic, and get some pointers for earning extra marks.
This podcast looks at a typical problem question about vicarious liability and employers' liability. Listen for advice on how to give a strong answer on a Tort Law exam.
Could you write an essay on corporate personality as the foundation of modern company law? Listen to this Company Law podcast for advice on how to do this for winning marks.
What are the main implications in the aftermath of the decision in the Purdy litigation? Listen to this podcast to learn how this case has impacted medical law and beyond.
In the rules of offer and acceptance, does a delivery note form part of a contract? Listen to this podcast for an analysis of the recent case Photolibrary Group Limited and Burda Senator Verlag, and how this fits in with the topic of formation of a contract.
This podcast considers the doctrine of parliamentary sovereignty in the context of human rights. Listen now to hear a discussion of a topic that is often included in exams.
How does the recent case of Transfield Shipping v Mercator Shipping affect the existing case law on remoteness of damages, following a claim for breach of contract? Listen to this podcast for a discussion of the main issues of the case and how its impact on this area of contract law.
This Criminal Law podcast explores how to answer a typical problem question on theft, outlining the crucial points you need to cover to get a top mark in your answer.
This podcast poses a problem question on ‘the three certainties’ in a valid trust. By working through the question step by step, find out how best to structure your answer when dealing with this topic area.
How do the courts react in cases of exceptional circumstance in relation to adoption? Listen for a detailed discussion of a recent and controversial adoption case.
This podcast poses a problem question about statutory interpretation under the English Legal System, as you are asked to advise a client who has been charged under a dubious Act of Parliament. Find out how to present your conclusions and impress your examiner.
This podcast further examines the issues surrounding patents in Intellectual Property Law. Listen now to further deepen your knowledge and understanding of this important area of law.
This podcast poses a problem question involving limitation of contractual liability. Listen for advice on how to answer this question whilst bringing together different topic areas to get the top marks!
This podcast considers the establishment of the Supreme Court as the new highest court in the land, replacing the House of Lords in this function. Listen for a discussion of both the legal and symbolic issues of this change.
This podcast looks at how to write a top essay on disability discrimination law, with special focus on the clarity and structure of an essay.
This podcast looks at an essay question concerning what occurs within the police station and, in particular, the issues surrounding police questioning of suspects. Listen now to discover how to make your answer stand out.
This podcast considers a recent case which concerns a worker’s rights under the Working Time Regulations 1998. Listen now for advice on this area which is a popular choice for examiners
Listen to this podcast and learn how to write a winning answer to a typical problem question about police powers
Do you consider that it is possible to be clear on the meaning of ‘unconscionable’ and ‘unconscionability’? Listen to this podcast for advice on the best approach to this question.
This podcast looks at a recent case in light of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and explores how the courts have interpreted such an important piece of legislation.
When can a child consent or refuse to consent to medical treatment? Listen to this podcast for detailed advice on how to present your answer effectively in a medical law essay.
This podcast focuses on the ongoing issue of the ratification of the Treaty of Lisbon. Listen to learn how this important piece of EU legislation will have an impact on your revision.
This podcast considers parental responsibility in a recent case with an unusual set of facts. Find out how to include the discussed case in a discussion of parental responsibility to gain top marks.
Following the September 2008 podcast this update looks at a recent decision by the European Court of Justice which clarifies the law around trade marks
This podcast looks at Mylcrist Builders Ltd v Buck, a recent case on the Unfair Terms in Consumer Contracts Regulations 1999. Listen for an analysis of the important issues of the case.
To what extent has the Human Rights Act 1998 weakened the supremacy of Parliament? This podcast looks at the main issues surrounding this area, including a wider view of this topic in the European context.
Listen to this podcast for a detailed analysis of the important case of Stack and Dowden, and how its principles have been applied to other cases.
This podcast focuses on various important areas of recent development in the law of equity and trusts, including undue influence, estoppel, resulting and constructive trusts (especially in connection with trusts of the home), letters of wishes, and charities.
This podcast considers the implications of the recently published White Paper entitled ‘Joint Birth Registration: Recording Responsibility’. Listen now for an analysis of the implications of the government’s plan to include in your essays to really impress your examiners.
This podcast looks at a recent case in light of the Mental Capacity Act 2005, Re MM, and discusses the interesting issues about the application of this Act.
Trying to get to grips with the effects of the Treaty of Lisbon in EU law? This podcast considers the implications of this important Treaty in the EU context.
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This podcast looks at three recent cases which have developed the areas of estoppel, trusts of the home, and severance of a joint tenancy.
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This podcast examines a recent case in the area concerning trademark infringement. As the Court of Appeal referred various questions to the European Court of Justice concerning this case, including this in an essay will really impress your examiners!
Is unlawful sex discrimination against an employee always enough to justify the employee leaving her job and claiming constructive dismissal? This podcast examines a recent case focusing on this very question.
This podcast considers the implications of the ratification of the Treaty of Lisbon on UK parliamentary sovereignty. Listen to this podcast for a discussion on its impact.
Has the government's policy on statutory protection gone too far? In this Business Law podcast, find out how to structure an answer to this essay question in an exam.
This Equity and Trusts podcast will help you deal with constructive trusts in an essay question, as you consider a popular quote by Lord Justice Edmund Davies in light of the development of modern equity.
This podcast looks at a typical problem question about vicarious liability and employers' liability. Listen for advice on how to give a strong answer on a Tort Law exam.
Could you write an essay on corporate personality as the foundation of modern company law? Listen to this Company Law podcast for advice on how to do this for winning marks.
This podcast poses a problem question about statutory interpretation under the English Legal System, as you are asked to advise a client who has been charged under a dubious Act of Parliament. Find out how to present your conclusions and impress your examiner.
This podcast discusses a typical problem question concerning the free movement of goods within the EU and the enforcement of EU law. Listen to discover how to address both issues in your answer and earn valuable points in your exam.
Does the 'range of reasonable responses' test do enough to protect workers against unfair dismissal? Listen to this podcast for detailed advice on how to present your answer effectively in an Employment Law essay.
This Criminal Law podcast explores how to answer a typical problem question on theft, outlining the crucial points you need to cover to get a top mark in your answer.
Should all unmarried fathers automatically be given 'parental responsibility'? In this Family Law podcast, find out how to structure an answer to this essay question in an exam.
This podcast discusses how to identify the issues and the law at work in a problem question on Intellectual Property, and shows you how to plan a winning answer.
This podcast on Land Law looks at a two-part problem question concerning the fundamental concepts of land rights. Find out how to work through each part successfully and earn high marks for your answer.
Does the doctrine of parliamentary sovereignty still exist? Listen to this Constitutional and Administrative Law podcast to learn how to give your best answer to this question in an essay.
Does the Mental Capacity Act 2005 adequately protect the interest of incapacitated adults? Listen to this Medical Law podcast to learn how to give your best answer to this essay question.
This podcast on Contract Law looks at how to successfully answer a typical problem question on express and implied terms in contracts and the effectiveness of exclusion charges.