In this episode we consider the recent High Court of Australia case of Bird v DP [2024] HCA 41, which considered whether the Catholic Diocese of Ballarat could be held vicariously liable for the sexual abuse committed by a priest. In doing so, the Court considered whether the doctrine could be extended beyond employment relationships, to relationships "akin to employment" as has occurred under UK and Canadian common law.

In this episode we consider the recent High Court of Australia case of Bird v DP [2024] HCA 41, which considered whether the Catholic Diocese of Ballarat could be held vicariously liable for the sexual abuse committed by a priest. In doing so, the Court considered whether the doctrine could be extended beyond employment relationships, to relationships "akin to employment" as has occurred under UK and Canadian common law.

Welcome to "Res Ispa Loquitur" with Paul Czarnota, award-winning barrister and law lecturer, serving up your shortcut to legal wisdom.

In each episode, we navigate the intricate world of torts, insurance, and personal injuries and break down recent and important cases - by delivering short, sharp, and easy-to-digest summaries.

This is for time-poor practitioners, eager law students, and anyone with a curious mind.

We unpack cases under Australian law and beyond, ensuring you stay ahead of the legal curve.

Subscribe now to "Res Ispa Loquitur", your go-to library of legal clarity.

Connect: paulczarnota@vicbar.com.au

*Disclaimer: This is for education purposes only and not to be used as a substitute for legal advice.

Welcome to "Res Ispa Loquitur" with Paul Czarnota, award-winning barrister and law lecturer, serving up your shortcut to legal wisdom.
In each episode, we navigate the intricate world of torts, insurance, and personal injuries and break down recent and important cases - by delivering short, sharp, and easy-to-digest summaries.
This is for time-poor practitioners, eager law students, and anyone with a curious mind.
We unpack cases under Australian law and beyond, ensuring you stay ahead of the legal curve.
Subscribe now to "Res Ispa Loquitur", your go-to library of legal clarity.
Connect: <a href="mailto:paulczarnota@vicbar.com.au">paulczarnota@vicbar.com.au</a>
*Disclaimer: This is for education purposes only and not to be used as a substitute for legal advice.

Res Ipsa Loquitur

Welcome to "Res Ispa Loquitur" with Paul Czarnota, award-winning barrister and law lecturer, serving up your shortcut to legal wisdom.
In each episode, we navigate the intricate world of torts, insurance, and personal injuries and break down recent and important cases - by delivering short, sharp, and easy-to-digest summaries.
This is for time-poor practitioners, eager law students, and anyone with a curious mind.
We unpack cases under Australian law and beyond, ensuring you stay ahead of the legal curve.
Subscribe now to "Res Ispa Loquitur", your go-to library of legal clarity.
Connect: <a href="mailto:paulczarnota@vicbar.com.au">paulczarnota@vicbar.com.au</a>
*Disclaimer: This is for education purposes only and not to be used as a substitute for legal advice.

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