First Principles of Business Law

5.3. Checking the Act applies

You have been told that Joe is being charged with a breach of s 4 of the Injuries in Sports Act.

The first step is to make sure the provisions of this Act apply in the known circumstances of the case.

Think about each of the following questions. Then read through the Act and find the information that helps you answer them.

• Exactly what does s 4 of the Act provide?  Click here for help.
• Does the Act apply to events that occurred in Victoria? Click here for help.
• Did the Act commence operation before the events in question occurred? Click here for help.

Click here to see the Injuries in Sports Act 2012 (Vic)