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First Principles of Business Law |
| Sources of law: case law |
| 7. Information in law reports |
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7.5. Catchwords |
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'Catchwords' are the key words and phrases in a reported decision. They summarise the subject matter and concepts referred to in the reported decision. They are useful if you want to scan a report quickly to learn what legal concepts are referred to in the case. The catchwords in Lynch's case are highlighted below. |
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