Question 1

The law of torts narrowly restricts the amount of compensation awarded to an injured party when the injury is the result of someone else's blameworthy conduct.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of special damages?

Accepted Answer

A)  pain and suffering 
B)  loss of enjoyment of life 
C)  loss of life expectancy 
D)  ambulance costs 
A)  pain and suffering 
B)  loss of enjoyment of life 
C)  loss of life expectancy 
D)  ambulance costs D

Question 3

Under what circumstances will a court hearing a civil action most likely determine it is necessary to punish a tort-feasor's offensive behaviour?

Accepted Answer

A)  where the defendant has sufficient assets to warrant such an award 
B)  where the victim requires modifications to his living accommodations 
C)  where the defendant might otherwise profit from the objectionable behaviour 
D)  where there has been significant out-of-pocket expenses resulting from injury 
A)  where the defendant has sufficient assets to warrant such an award 
B)  where the victim requires modifications to his living accommodations 
C)  where the defendant might otherwise profit from the objectionable behaviour 
D)  where there has been significant out-of-pocket expenses resulting from injury C

Question 4

Carmen was seriously injured when she was struck by a car while crossing the street at a marked crosswalk.In addition to a broken leg and hip,Carmen was unable to work for six months and it is expected she will never be able to work as a yoga instructor again.Carmen incurred an ambulance bill and physiotherapy expenses as well as costs for purchasing medication.How would the various losses suffered by Carmen be categorized by the courts?

Accepted Answer

Carmen's losses fall into several catego

Question 5

Generally,supporting expert evidence is required to sustain an action for damages for emotional distress.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Rodolfo was permanently injured in a vehicle collision.He retained Pilgren six months prior to the limitation date to commence a law suit on his behalf.Pilgren incorrectly noted the limitation date.As a result,he failed to file the claim within the prescribed time.What is the tort that arises in these circumstances?

Accepted Answer

A)  professional negligence 
B)  professional incompetence 
C)  incompetence 
D)  negligence 
A)  professional negligence 
B)  professional incompetence 
C)  incompetence 
D)  negligence

Question 7

Damages for pain and suffering are an example of special damages.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The primary goal of tort law is compensation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following is the phrase "unreasonable conduct" synonymous with when considered in its legal context?

Accepted Answer

A)  battery 
B)  deceit 
C)  negligence 
D)  fraud 
A)  battery 
B)  deceit 
C)  negligence 
D)  fraud

Question 10

What would a lawyer representing an individual wrongfully imprisoned as a result of a fraudulent act on the part of a Crown prosecutor most likely seek as compensation for her client's intangible injuries?

Accepted Answer

A)  aggravated damages for the defendant's reprehensible actions 
B)  punitive damages to punish the defendant's oppressive actions 
C)  special damages to punish the defendant's high-handed conduct 
D)  pecuniary damages for the defendant's malicious conduct 
A)  aggravated damages for the defendant's reprehensible actions 
B)  punitive damages to punish the defendant's oppressive actions 
C)  special damages to punish the defendant's high-handed conduct 
D)  pecuniary damages for the defendant's malicious conduct

Question 11

Which statement best describes one of the key objectives of tort law?

Accepted Answer

A)  to allow parties certainty and the ability to plan their business affairs 
B)  to determine when a loss by one person should be shifted to the person responsible 
C)  to ensure that negligent parties are punished for their carelessness 
D)  to prevent losses 
A)  to allow parties certainty and the ability to plan their business affairs 
B)  to determine when a loss by one person should be shifted to the person responsible 
C)  to ensure that negligent parties are punished for their carelessness 
D)  to prevent losses

Question 12

What must be established to give rise to a cause for a civil action based on primary liability?

Accepted Answer

A)  an act of self-defence 
B)  a criminal conviction 
C)  an individual's own misdeed 
D)  torts of assault and battery 
A)  an act of self-defence 
B)  a criminal conviction 
C)  an individual's own misdeed 
D)  torts of assault and battery

Question 13

The word "tort" is a legal term used to describe any type of harm or injury caused by one person to another,excluding instances of breach of contract.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The defendant in a civil action must prove his or her innocence beyond a reasonable doubt.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

In general,tort law seeks to impose liability based on fault.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which term is synonymous with the legal term "punitive damages"?

Accepted Answer

A)  special damages 
B)  pecuniary damages 
C)  exemplary damages 
D)  general damages 
A)  special damages 
B)  pecuniary damages 
C)  exemplary damages 
D)  general damages

Question 17

Which statement best describes the relationship between tort law and criminal law?

Accepted Answer

A)  Legal consequences may arise under either criminal or tort law,but not both. 
B)  Legal consequences can arise under criminal and tort law from the same event. 
C)  A tort is a public wrong whereas a crime is a private wrong. 
D)  Anyone committing a tortious act commits an offence under the Criminal Code. 
A)  Legal consequences may arise under either criminal or tort law,but not both. 
B)  Legal consequences can arise under criminal and tort law from the same event. 
C)  A tort is a public wrong whereas a crime is a private wrong. 
D)  Anyone committing a tortious act commits an offence under the Criminal Code.

Question 18

A judge will likely rely on expert opinions from occupation experts,labour economists,and actuaries when determining the value of an injured plaintiff's diminished earning capacity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

What is the legal significance of the relationship between the conduct authorized by an employer and the wrong committed by the employee?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is the significant connection justifying an employer's vicarious liability. 
B)  Courts consider that the party who benefits from business should bear its associated costs. 
C)  It is the significant connection prescribed under the doctrine of primary liability. 
D)  Courts consider that the fact that wrongful acts may occur is a cost of business. 
A)  It is the significant connection justifying an employer's vicarious liability. 
B)  Courts consider that the party who benefits from business should bear its associated costs. 
C)  It is the significant connection prescribed under the doctrine of primary liability. 
D)  Courts consider that the fact that wrongful acts may occur is a cost of business.

Question 20

The injured plaintiff in a car accident lawsuit was not wearing her seatbelt at the time of the accident,resulting in more severe injuries than if she had been wearing her seatbelt.What argument might the defendant make at her trial?

Accepted Answer

A)  The plaintiff consented to the risk. 
B)  The plaintiff was contributorily negligent. 
C)  The plaintiff caused the accident. 
D)  The plaintiff is vicariously liable. 
A)  The plaintiff consented to the risk. 
B)  The plaintiff was contributorily negligent. 
C)  The plaintiff caused the accident. 
D)  The plaintiff is vicariously liable.

Exam 10: Introduction to Tort Law

The law of torts narrowly restricts the amount of compensation awarded to an injured party when the injury is the result of someone else's blameworthy conduct.

Which of the following is an example of special damages?

Under what circumstances will a court hearing a civil action most likely determine it is necessary to punish a tort-feasor's offensive behaviour?

Generally,supporting expert evidence is required to sustain an action for damages for emotional distress.

Damages for pain and suffering are an example of special damages.

The primary goal of tort law is compensation.

Which of the following is the phrase "unreasonable conduct" synonymous with when considered in its legal context?

What would a lawyer representing an individual wrongfully imprisoned as a result of a fraudulent act on the part of a Crown prosecutor most likely seek as compensation for her client's intangible injuries?

Which statement best describes one of the key objectives of tort law?

What must be established to give rise to a cause for a civil action based on primary liability?

The word "tort" is a legal term used to describe any type of harm or injury caused by one person to another,excluding instances of breach of contract.

The defendant in a civil action must prove his or her innocence beyond a reasonable doubt.

In general,tort law seeks to impose liability based on fault.

Which term is synonymous with the legal term "punitive damages"?

Which statement best describes the relationship between tort law and criminal law?

A judge will likely rely on expert opinions from occupation experts,labour economists,and actuaries when determining the value of an injured plaintiff's diminished earning capacity.

What is the legal significance of the relationship between the conduct authorized by an employer and the wrong committed by the employee?

The injured plaintiff in a car accident lawsuit was not wearing her seatbelt at the time of the accident,resulting in more severe injuries than if she had been wearing her seatbelt.What argument might the defendant make at her trial?

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Managing Legal Risks

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An Introduction to Contracts

Forming Contractual Relationships

The Terms of a Contract

Non-Enforcement of Contracts

Termination and Enforcement of Contracts

The Tort of Negligence

Other Torts

The Agency Relationship

Business Forms and Arrangements

The Corporate Form: Organizational Matters

The Corporate Form: Operational Matters

Introduction to Property Law

Intellectual Property

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Terminating the Employment Relationship

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The Sale of Goods

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