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Courts as communicators: can doctors learn from judges' decisions?

Loane Skene1

  • 1University of Melbourne, Australia.

Journal of Bioethical Inquiry
|July 20, 2005
PubMed
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Courts face challenges in communicating legal decisions effectively. This article examines Australian judicial communication strategies and the need for clearer explanations to improve public understanding of the law.

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Area of Science:

  • Law and Society
  • Legal Communication

Background:

  • The effectiveness of court communication with affected parties is a contentious issue.
  • Debate exists among legal commentators regarding the accessibility of legal decisions for professionals.
  • Justice Michael Kirby advocates for improved judicial communication and adaptation to new methods.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the current position of judicial communication in Australia.
  • To analyze the challenges and potential improvements in how courts convey their decisions.

Main Methods:

  • Review of legal commentary and judicial opinions.
  • Analysis of arguments concerning the accessibility of legal judgments.
  • Exploration of potential future communication strategies for Australian courts.
Keywords:
Legal ApproachProfessional Patient RelationshipRogers v. Whitaker

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Main Results:

  • There is a recognized need for courts to enhance communication of their decisions.
  • Resistance to adapting communication methods exists within the legal profession.
  • Technological advancements like live broadcasting are considered for future implementation.

Conclusions:

  • Australian courts can benefit from adopting clearer communication strategies.
  • Adapting to new communication methods is essential for the evolution of law.
  • Improved judicial communication can enhance public understanding and trust in the legal system.