Remedies

"Remedies" by David Wright is a legal textbook that focuses on the law of remedies in the Australian context. Here is a comprehensive overview of the book:

Key Themes

1. Historical Approach: The book takes a historical approach to the organization of remedies law, emphasizing the traditional nature of Australian remedies law. It highlights the importance of classifying primary rights as common law or equitable.
2. Common Law and Equity: The text is organized into three main sections: Part II (Compensation at Common Law), Part III (Equitable Remedies), and Part IV (Remedies Similar To Traditional Remedies). This organization reflects the distinction between common law and equitable remedies.
3. Remedies in Australian Law: The book provides an accessible description of the availability of remedies in Australian private law. It covers various types of remedies, including damages, injunctions, and other equitable remedies.

Plot Summary

The book does not have a narrative plot but rather serves as a comprehensive guide to the law of remedies in Australia. It covers the main remedies available in Australian law, including:

• Damages: The most common remedy in common law, with two measures: contractual damages and tortious damages.
• Equitable Remedies: Such as injunctions, which are awarded by courts of equity.
• Relationship Between Common Law and Equity: The book explains the relationship between different common law and equitable remedies, providing a detailed analysis of how these remedies operate within the Australian legal system.

Critical Reception

The book has been well-received by legal scholars and practitioners for its clear and accessible description of remedies law. It is particularly welcomed by those who take an historical approach to the organization of remedies law. The text is considered essential reading for students and practitioners of Australian law, as it delivers what they need to understand the complex landscape of remedies in Australian private law.

Edition and Publication Details

The book is the second edition, published by The Federation Press in 2014. It has 336 pages and is available in paperback with an ISBN of 978 1 86287 932 4. The price is AU$95.00.