The Legal Minefield
The Legal Minefield
Playlist by The Legal MinefieldThe Legal Minefield has been created to help people who are facing any dealings with the legal system in their life. Lawyer John Melia's years of experience across a vast range of legal areas give him…18 clip(s) in playlist
The Legal Minefield with John Melia 2025 Episode 1
The Legal Minefield's objective is to help people dealing with the legal system. Experienced lawyer John Melia gives his thoughts and observations on various issues. Topics in this episode include: What you need to know about your vulnerability and culpability in certain social media situations,…
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THE LEGAL MINEFIELD with John Melia Series 3 Episode 2: Complaints, Social Media and Citizen's Arrest.
Making a complaint could be your legal minefield, and it shouldn't be. After you hear John explain the correct procedures, it won't be. That is the essence of this podcast series - making the inaccessible and difficult easily achievable and understood. Topics in this episode: Making a complaint…
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THE LEGAL MINEFIELD with John Melia Series 3 Episode 1: Bail
Hardly a day goes by without yet another bail related headline dominating the crime section of our news cycle. How does the bail system work and DOES it work? Experienced lawyer John Melia gives his thoughts and observations in another frank and honest discussion. If you have any questions af…
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THE LEGAL MINEFIELD a podcast with John Melia Episode 15 Christmas Do's and Don'ts
The last thing you want is for your Christmas celebrations to end up in court. John talks about the ramifications of office parties, employer and employee responsibilities and how to avoid the pitfalls. He also discusses gift warranties, drink driving, the road toll and the ever present danger of…
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THE LEGAL MINEFIELD a podcast with John Melia Episode 14 The Optus Saga & dealing with Scams.
John discusses the Optus saga and the fallout for the telco and its customers. Should you be compensated and by whom? Scams are becoming more commonplace and harder to detect. John gives you some clarity on what to look for and what to avoid. . Experienced lawyer John Melia gives his thoughts an…
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THE LEGAL MINEFIELD a podcast with John Melia Episode 13 Overseas Travel Tips
If you, a family member or friend is heading overseas you need to hear this advice from John before you hit the departure lounge. It may stop your dream trip from becoming a legal nightmare. Experienced lawyer John Melia gives his thoughts and observations in another frank and honest discussion.…
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THE LEGAL MINEFIELD a podcast with John Melia Episode 12 Digital Assets and Family Violence.
In this episode the area of digital assets is explored and John shares his thoughts on how to best protect yours, now and in the future. John also responds to an email from a distraught listener involving issues around a family violence situation. Experienced lawyer John Melia gives his thoughts…
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THE LEGAL MINEFIELD a podcast with John Melia Ep 11 Defamation and Libel.
In this episode John discusses defamation, libel and slander, the dos and don'ts and how the law deals with them. John also explains the tactics and reasons behind settling on the steps of court. Experienced lawyer John Melia gives his thoughts and observations in another frank and honest discuss…
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THE LEGAL MINEFIELD a podcast with John Melia Episode 10 The ripple effect of the AFL class action.
One of the most talked about and debated legal cases has not actually happened yet, but the effect it will have across the community looms large. Former Australian Rules players are launching a class action against the AFL and the ripple effect will be critical to sport in the future. Does it have …
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THE LEGAL MINEFIELD a podcast with John Melia Episode 9 The Role of the Media and Court Etiquette.
What role does the media play in the legal system and what role should it play? In this episode John shares his thoughts on the way the courts are dealing with the ever intrusive nature of media reporting, plus is there still such a thing as court etiquette ? Experienced lawyer John Melia gives h…
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