Activity 1: Case Study Analysis
Activity 1: Case Study Analysis
Instructions: Read the provided case study and identify the key tort law elements for analysis according to task requirements. Identify the relevant provisions of legislation and common law, policies, or procedures according to task requirements. Evaluate the identified torts according to task requirements. Document the information relevant to the task.
Simulated Scenario: You are a legal support officer in a law firm. Your task is to analyse a case study related to a tort law matter and identify the relevant torts and legal principles that apply to the situation.Item 2 of 4
Activity 1 Case Study: Jack vs Jill
Jack was walking down a busy street when he slipped on a banana peel and fell, breaking his arm. The banana peel had been dropped by Jill, who was eating a banana as she walked. Jack is now unable to work and has incurred significant medical expenses.
Instructions:
Identify the task requirements.
Identify the key tort law elements and relevant legislation, common law, policies, or procedures applicable to the case.
Analyse the legal matter for possible torts and evaluate identified torts according to task requirements.
Extract and document information relevant to the case and identify damages applicable for the identified torts.
Simulated Scenario:
You are a legal support officer in a law firm. Your task is to analyse the case study related to a tort law matter and identify the relevant torts and legal principles that apply to the situation.
Task Requirements:
The task is to identify the torts and legal principles that apply to the situation and to evaluate the damages that are applicable to the identified torts.
You must complete the template provided to demonstrate their knowledge and skills of the torts and legal principles that apply to the case.
Activity 1: Case Study Analysis
Title of the Case Study-
Task Requirements: -
Key Tort Law Elements -Relevant Legislation, Common Law, Policies, or Procedures:
Possible Torts:
Evaluation of Identified Torts
Information Relevant to the Task
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Activity 2: Case Study Analysis - Drafting a Legal Report
Instructions:
You will be required to analyse three cases and draft a legal report detailing the analysis of the tort law matter for each. Identify and document the applicable damages for the identified torts. Submit your findings on the portal by uploading it as a Word document.
Cases:
Case Study 1:
The first case is that you studied as part of Activity 1.
Assessment Instructions:
Read the provided case study and identify the task requirements.
Identify the key tort law elements and relevant legislation, common law, policies, or procedures applicable to the case.
Analyse the legal matter for possible torts and evaluate identified torts according to task requirements.
Extract and document information relevant to the case and identify damages applicable for the identified torts.
Draft a legal report detailing the analysis of the tort law matter, including the identified torts and applicable damages.
Submit the findings to a designated person according to organisational policies and procedures and amend findings with the help of supervisor.
Case Study 2:
Sophie is a property developer who is building a new apartment complex. She hired a construction company to build the complex. During the construction, the construction company caused damage to a neighbouring property. The damage was caused by the construction company driving heavy machinery on the neighbouring property, which caused the ground to shift, resulting in damage to the foundation of the neighbouring property. The neighbouring property owner has sued Sophie and the construction company for negligence.
Simulated Scenario: You are a legal support officer in a law firm. Your task is to analyse the above case study related to a tort law matter and identify the relevant torts and legal principles that apply to the situation.
Assessment Instructions:
Read the provided case study and identify the task requirements.
Identify the key tort law elements and relevant legislation, common law, policies, or procedures applicable to the case.
Analyse the legal matter for possible torts and evaluate identified torts according to task requirements.
Extract and document information relevant to the case and identify damages applicable for the identified torts.
Submit the findings to a designated person according to organisational policies and procedures and amend findings with the help of supervisor.
Case Study 3:
Mr. Smith, a customer of ABC Supermarket, slips and falls on a wet floor while shopping. There was no caution sign placed in the area. As a result, Mr. Smith suffers a broken arm and has to take time off work.
Simulated Scenario: You are a legal support officer in a law firm. Your task is to analyse the case of Mr. Smith and identify the relevant torts and legal principles that apply to the situation.
Assessment Instructions:
Read the provided case study and identify the task requirements.
Identify the key tort law elements and relevant legislation, common law, policies, or procedures applicable to the case.
Analyse the legal matter for possible torts and evaluate identified torts according to task requirements.
Extract and document information relevant to the case and identify damages applicable for the identified torts.
Draft a legal report detailing the analysis of the tort law matter, including the identified torts and applicable damages.
Submit the findings to a designated person according to organisational policies and procedures and amend findings with the help of supervisor.
The student must complete the template provided to demonstrate their knowledge and skills of the torts and legal principles that apply to the case.
Instructions for completing the template:
Insert the title of the case study in the provided space.
Identify the task requirements for the case study based on the instructions provided.
Identify the key tort law elements applicable to the case study and list them in the space provided.
Identify the relevant legislation, common law, policies or procedures applicable to the case study and list them in the space provided.
Analyse the legal matter for possible torts and list them in the space provided.
Evaluate the identified torts according to task requirements and list them in the space provided.
Document information relevant to the case study in the space provided.
Identify and document the applicable damages for the identified torts in the space provided.
Draft a legal report detailing the analysis of the tort law matter, including the identified torts and applicable damages, in the space provided.
Submit the findings to a designated person according to organisational policies and procedures and amend findings with the help of supervisor.
Repeat the above steps for each of the three case studies provided.
TEMPLATE
Template 1 for Activity 2: Case Study Analysis - Drafting a Legal Report
Case Study: [Insert the title of the case study here]
Task Requirements: [Identify the task requirements for the case study here]
Key Tort Law Elements: [Identify the key tort law elements for analysis according to task requirements]
Relevant Legislation, Common Law, Policies or Procedures: [Identify the relevant legislation, common law, policies or procedures applicable to the case]
Possible Torts: [Analyse the legal matter for possible torts and list them here]
Evaluated Torts: [Evaluate the identified torts according to task requirements]
Information Documented: [Extract and document information relevant to the case here]
Applicable Damages: [Identify and document the applicable damages for the identified torts here]
Legal Report: [Draft a legal report detailing the analysis of the tort law matter, including the identified torts and applicable damages]
Designated Person: [Submit the findings to a designated person according to organizational policies and procedures]
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Activity 3 Oral Presentation
In this activity, you will prepare and deliver an oral presentation on a specific topic related to tort law. The presentation will assess your ability to demonstrate your knowledge of key principles of tort law and your ability to apply these principles to practical scenarios. The presentation should be well-structured with a clear introduction, body, and conclusion and supported by appropriate visual aids and examples.
Instructions:
Choose a specific topic related to tort law:
Choose a topic related to tort law that interests you or that you have studied during this unit.
Ensure that the topic you choose is relevant to this unit and Australian federal legislative instruments.
The presentation should be between 10 to 15 minutes long.
Research your topic:
Read widely to gather information about your chosen topic. You should consider the key principles of tort law, including the elements of tort, the types of torts, and the legal remedies available. You should also identify relevant case law and legislation that apply to your topic.
Prepare your presentation:
Structure your presentation with a clear introduction, body, and conclusion. Your introduction should provide an overview of your topic and its significance in tort law. The body of your presentation should include key principles and examples that demonstrate your understanding of tort law. The conclusion should summarise your presentation and highlight the key points. Ensure that your presentation is well-supported by appropriate visual aids, such as diagrams, charts, or photographs. Use these aids to explain complex concepts or provide examples to illustrate your points.
Deliver your presentation:
Deliver your presentation in a clear and confident manner. Use appropriate language and tone of voice to engage your audience. Ensure that you use appropriate visual aids to support your presentation. Answer any questions that your audience may have at the end of your presentation.
Self-evaluation:
After your presentation, reflect on your performance and evaluate your ability to demonstrate your knowledge of key principles of tort law and your ability to apply these principles to practical scenarios. Identify areas for improvement and ways to enhance your knowledge of tort law.
The presentation should be between 10 to 15 minutes long. You will need to upload the presentation as a video recording.
Simulated Scenarios:
Scenario 1: A client has been injured on a construction site due to the negligence of the site owner. Apply the principles of tort law to this scenario and identify any possible torts, evaluate identified torts, and identify damages applicable for the identified torts.
Scenario 2: A patient has been misdiagnosed by a doctor, resulting in a delay in treatment and additional harm to the patient. Identify key tort law elements, relevant legislation, common law, policies, or procedures applicable to this case, and apply the principles of tort law to evaluate any identified torts and extract and document relevant information.
Scenario 3: A company has been accused of making false and defamatory statements about a competitor. Prepare an oral presentation on the law of defamation, discussing key principles and applying them to practical scenarios. The presentation should include appropriate visual aids and examples.
Assessment Criteria:
Your oral presentation will be assessed according to the following criteria:
Knowledge of Key Principles of Tort Law:
Demonstrate your knowledge of key principles of tort law by clearly and accurately explaining the relevant concepts and principles.
Application of Principles of Tort Law:
Apply the principles of tort law to practical scenarios, such as the simulated scenarios provided.
Communication:
Communicate effectively and clearly by using appropriate language and tone of voice. Use appropriate visual aids to support your presentation.
Structure:
Structure your presentation with a clear introduction, body, and conclusion. Ensure that your presentation is well-organised and flows logically.
Analysis and Evaluation:
Analyse and evaluate relevant information and apply the principles of tort law to practical scenarios.
Self-reflection:
Reflect on your performance and evaluate your ability to demonstrate your knowledge of key principles.
You must complete the template provided to demonstrate your knowledge and skills of the torts and legal principles that apply to the case.
Title of the Presentation: ________________________________________________
Topic:
Introduction:
Body:
Conclusion:
Visual Aids and Examples:
