Exam 5: Substantive and Procedural Issues

The party with the burden of proof in a civil case must establish

What type of jury may be utilized for cases that are less serious but still warrant the right to a trial?

Which law prescribes a method of enforcing rights or obtaining redress for the invasion of rights?

What are additional monies that a defendant may be required to pay as a form of punishment?

A motion for sanctions asks a judge to make a final decision on the issues of a suit without a trial.

Dismissal with prejudice is a common occurrence.

___________is the exchange of evidence between parties.

___________is also referred to as a complaint.

A(n) ___________is a request for court-ordered action.

Which of the following governs issues arising between parties in regard to private rights?

In challenges for cause,the opposing party can object to the challenge.

___________is evidence necessary to a fair and informed decision.

Opening statements are argumentative.

What type of motion occurs when a judge makes a final decision on the issues of the lawsuit without a trial?

What is generally the first stage of the trial?

Summations are also known as

When the jury is polled,the judge asks each juror whether the verdict represents his or her opinion.

___________guides parties through the legal system.