Equity and Trusts provides a thorough but accessible statement and analysis of the principles of equity, the law of trusts and equitable remedies. An understanding of fundamental principles is fostered through engaging discussion of case law, with boxed case summaries to assist in identifying key cases. The fourth edition has been fully revised and consolidated to include recent developments in case law and legislation, including discussion on: charitable trusts in the light of the Charities Act 2013 (Cth) Andrews v ANZ Banking Group Ltd (HCA - 2012) and Paciocco v ANZ Banking Group Ltd (FCA - 2015) on the law of penalties HIH Claims Support Ltd v Insurance Aust Ltd (HCA - 2011) and Lavin v Toppi (HCA - 2015) on the law of contribution, particularly co-ordinate liability Re Dion Investments (NSWCA - 2014) on limits on court power to authorise amendments of trust deeds Federal Republic of Brazil v Durant International Corp (UKPC - 2015) on doctrine of tracing Australian Financial Services & Leasing Pty Ltd v Hills Industries Ltd (HCA - 2014) on defence of change of position to claim for restitution of moneys paid under mistake Sidhu v Van Dyke (HCA - 2014) on proprietary estoppel Bofinger v Kingsway Group Ltd (HCA - 2009) on the doctrines of subrogation and unjust enrichment in Australia The clear explanations of the meaning and practical application of the principles of equity and trusts in Australian law make the book ideal for students and an authoritative and reliable reference for practitioners.
Intended as a study aid for law students, covering law subjects at every level from A Level and degree level to Law Society and Bar exams, this book on equity and trusts is part of the "SWOT" series.
The book is set out in a logical structure which corresponds to the typical undergraduate course in equity and trusts, and is linked by engaging commentary and stimulating questions together with questions for further study.The fourth ...
Linked together by Gary Watt's engaging commentary, this is an essential resource for a subject that is heavily case law based.
Gary Watt provides detailed and conceptual analysis of the complex area of trusts and equity. Emphasis on the modern commercial context and abundant cultural references, ensure students find Watt's approach a stimulating and inspiring read.
This revised and updated text contains a range of relevant interesting case law, statutory material, academic extracts and official proposals for law reform.
The text is aimed at engaging the reader's imagination through the use of diagrams, charts and references toextra-legal materials including news items and extracts from artistic, including literary, works.
Also new to this edition are around thirty new cases on subjects as diverse as mortgage fraud, money laundering, tax avoidance, defrauding trade creditors, solicitors acting in conflict of interest and disputes over domestic property.Online ...
The purpose of the Briefcase series is to provide a summary of the most essential cases within each subject of an undergraduate law degree or Common Professional Examination course.
Briefcase on Equity & Trusts
'Equity and Trusts Law Directions' is an authoritative yet lively text with an emphasis on explaining clearly the key topics covered on equity and trusts courses.