You will need to respond to the case using the IRAC (Issue, Rule, Application and Conclusion) method. As such you will be required to:

• Read and analyse the case
• Identify the issue/s
• Research appropriate relevant law / rules
• Explain the rule pertaining to the case/issue
• Apply the rules to the case
• Provide a brief conclusion of the likely outcome.

Case study:

Martha who is aged 16 years enters an apprenticeship agreement with Top Knot Bakery Pty Ltd.She is training to become a baker.The apprenticeship is to last one year.During that time she will learn all aspects of bread-making.

She is given an allowance of $30 per week, free accommodation and meals.She must work 10 hours each day, 6 days per week and must get permission from her employer if she wishes to go out at night.She decides to leave her apprenticeship.The owners of Top Knot Pty Ltd are angry and want to sue Martha for breach of contract.

Advise Top Knot Bakery Pty Ltd whether they would win their case against Martha.