For a Jurisprudential Review: Objective Theory vs. Equitable Intervention: The Taylor v Johnson Precedent in Australia.

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 For a Jurisprudential Review: 

Objective Theory vs. Equitable Intervention: 

The Taylor v Johnson Precedent in Australia.


Here is a simplified 5-sentence breakdown of the High Court’s decision in Taylor v Johnson (1983):

1.     Mrs. Johnson offered to sell land to Mr. Taylor, but she was mistakenly thinking the price was per acre rather than a total price for the whole property.

2.     Mr. Taylor realized she was making a serious mistake about the price, but he deliberately stayed silent to ensure she didn't find out.

3.     Under strict common law, the contract was technically valid because both parties appeared to agree on the written terms.

4.     However, the High Court ruled that in equity, a contract can be set aside if one party knows the other is mistaken and "strikes while the iron is hot" to prevent the mistake from being corrected.

5.     The court ultimately declared the contract voidable because Mr. Taylor’s conduct was unconscionable, ensuring that fairness prevails over a literal reading of the document.

Summary of the "Objective Theory" vs "Equity"

Legal Principle

Court's View in Taylor v Johnson

Common Law

The contract is valid because the written "objective" signs of agreement were there.

Equity

The contract is voidable because the non-mistaken party acted unfairly by hiding the truth.


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Senior Judicial Magistrate

Bangladesh Judicial Service (BJS)

Serving as a Senior Judicial Magistrate, demonstrating profound expertise in dispensing justice and administering court procedures.

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11th Bangladesh Judicial Service (BJS)

Secured the 7th Merit Position overall in the rigorous 11th BJS competitive examination, marking an exceptional start to a distinguished judicial career.

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LL.B. (Hons.)

University of Rajshahi

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LL.M.

University of Rajshahi

Achieved First Class standing, further solidifying expertise and specialized knowledge in advanced legal disciplines.

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·       Prime Minister Gold Medalist (2017)

Awarded the nation's most prestigious academic honor for outstanding performance across all disciplines at the university level.

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