Opinion
We speak of the Australian ‘fair go’, yet equality before the law is denied to vulnerable Australians every day. But a landmark new report outlines a path towards a more universal justice system, writes Morry Bailes.
Opinion
Politicians who take pot-shots at judges are eroding one of the pillars of our democracy, writes Morry Bailes.
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The legal system is geared to favour settlements, but this often means the weaker party has simply been bullied into submission, writes Adelaide lawyer Patrick McCabe.
An estimated seven million Australians struggle to access legal advice, simply because of where they live, writes Morry Bailes.
Mandatory sentencing might be popular but it represents much of what is wrong with our justice system, argues legal commentator Morry Bailes.
There are good reasons why our judiciary must not be swayed by public opinion, writes legal commentator Morry Bailes.
