Question 1

Which of the following accurately reflects a recent change to the court system?

Accepted Answer

A)  Domestic violence courts have been ruled unconstitutional and are currently in the process of being disbanded. 
B)  Unified family courts have made the court process significantly more complicated because of added court procedure and complex rules. 
C)  Drug treatment courts have been established in certain jurisdictions. These courts emphasize lengthy jail time and other severe penalties. 
D)  The Nunavut Court of Justice is Canada's first single-level court. 
E)  Sentencing circles are "circuit courts" that travel throughout rural areas to hear cases. 
A)  Domestic violence courts have been ruled unconstitutional and are currently in the process of being disbanded. 
B)  Unified family courts have made the court process significantly more complicated because of added court procedure and complex rules. 
C)  Drug treatment courts have been established in certain jurisdictions. These courts emphasize lengthy jail time and other severe penalties. 
D)  The Nunavut Court of Justice is Canada's first single-level court. 
E)  Sentencing circles are "circuit courts" that travel throughout rural areas to hear cases.

Question 2

What is meant by prohibition?

Accepted Answer

Prohibition is an order by the

Question 3

What does successful mediation require?

Accepted Answer

Mediation requires a

Question 4

Explain the function and jurisdiction of the Federal Court.

Accepted Answer

The Federal Court deals with m

Question 5

Indicate the advantages of mediation and arbitration over judicial process.

Accepted Answer

Less confrontation, less break

Question 6

Explain why the examination for discovery can be so important in any court action.

Accepted Answer

Often admissions are made in t

Question 7

Which of the following cases would be a good one to mediate?

Accepted Answer

A)  A case where the parties want to ensure the right to appeal 
B)  A case where the parties want a high degree of public visibility 
C)  A case where the parties want to maintain goodwill 
D)  A case where the parties are not concerned about costs and delays 
E)  A case where the parties do not trust each other 
A)  A case where the parties want to ensure the right to appeal 
B)  A case where the parties want a high degree of public visibility 
C)  A case where the parties want to maintain goodwill 
D)  A case where the parties are not concerned about costs and delays 
E)  A case where the parties do not trust each other

Question 8

Consider the following statements with respect to the exercise of governmental powers. Identify the false statement.

Accepted Answer

A)  Before a government agency can take action that interferes with someone's rights, legislation must have been passed to permit that action. 
B)  The exercise of governmental power is subject to a number of constitutional limitations. 
C)  The doctrine of parliamentary supremacy (i.e., the unrestricted right to legislate) has been modified by the addition of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. 
D)  The power of government officials to interfere with individuals' rights derives from their status and operates independently of any legislation. 
E)  Statutes often restrict the power of government officials. 
A)  Before a government agency can take action that interferes with someone's rights, legislation must have been passed to permit that action. 
B)  The exercise of governmental power is subject to a number of constitutional limitations. 
C)  The doctrine of parliamentary supremacy (i.e., the unrestricted right to legislate) has been modified by the addition of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. 
D)  The power of government officials to interfere with individuals' rights derives from their status and operates independently of any legislation. 
E)  Statutes often restrict the power of government officials.

Question 9

(Modify this question for your province.) Fred sold Carole some computer equipment and software for $900. After she paid $300, Carole quit paying. When she had no complaint about the items but just wouldn't pay, Fred decided to sue. He would most likely begin his action in

Accepted Answer

A)  Small Claims Division, Provincial Court. 
B)  Criminal Division, Provincial Court. 
C)  B.C. Supreme Court. 
D)  B.C. Court of Appeal. 
E)  Federal Court. 
A)  Small Claims Division, Provincial Court. 
B)  Criminal Division, Provincial Court. 
C)  B.C. Supreme Court. 
D)  B.C. Court of Appeal. 
E)  Federal Court.

Question 10

Discuss the options that are available to a successful litigant in enforcing the judgment against the loser.

Accepted Answer

Here students are asked to concentrate o

Question 11

Bruce told Ewen that he would be willing to pay a high rate of interest for a two-month loan of $1000. Ewen agreed to lend him this amount at an annual rate of 25%, repayable June 14. Bruce agreed to these terms. Meanwhile, Bruce recently completed some plumbing work for Martinson for which he was owed $2000. If Bruce fails to pay Ewen on June 14, which of the following would be true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ewen could sue Martinson for violation (breach) of the contract. 
B)  Ewen could execute against Bruce even if he had not obtained judgment against him. 
C)  Ewen could serve Martinson with a garnishee after obtaining judgment requiring him to pay the money owed to Bruce into court if the money had not yet been paid to Bruce. 
D)  If Ewen obtained a judgment against Bruce, he could compel him to be examined about Martinson's income, property, and debts. 
E)  Ewen does not have to wait to obtain a judgment before executing against Bruce's assets. 
A)  Ewen could sue Martinson for violation (breach) of the contract. 
B)  Ewen could execute against Bruce even if he had not obtained judgment against him. 
C)  Ewen could serve Martinson with a garnishee after obtaining judgment requiring him to pay the money owed to Bruce into court if the money had not yet been paid to Bruce. 
D)  If Ewen obtained a judgment against Bruce, he could compel him to be examined about Martinson's income, property, and debts. 
E)  Ewen does not have to wait to obtain a judgment before executing against Bruce's assets.

Question 12

Which of the following statements is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  The parties to a dispute lose control in negotiations. 
B)  Privacy is maintained in a court adjudication. 
C)  There is a great deal of flexibility in negotiation/mediation. 
D)  Goodwill is most likely maintained in litigation. 
E)  ADR agreements are enforceable or appealable. 
A)  The parties to a dispute lose control in negotiations. 
B)  Privacy is maintained in a court adjudication. 
C)  There is a great deal of flexibility in negotiation/mediation. 
D)  Goodwill is most likely maintained in litigation. 
E)  ADR agreements are enforceable or appealable.

Question 13

Which of the following is incorrect with respect to the function of the small claims court?

Accepted Answer

A)  The monetary jurisdiction of the court is limited. 
B)  The procedure is the same as the provincial superior trial court. 
C)  Lawyers usually don't attend. 
D)  The recovery of costs to compensate for legal fees is severely limited. 
E)  The provincial government appoints the judge. 
A)  The monetary jurisdiction of the court is limited. 
B)  The procedure is the same as the provincial superior trial court. 
C)  Lawyers usually don't attend. 
D)  The recovery of costs to compensate for legal fees is severely limited. 
E)  The provincial government appoints the judge.

Question 14

A successful negotiation has the potential of enhancing a business relationship.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The procedure that allows a judgment creditor to ask a judgment debtor about his income, property, and debts is which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Execution 
B)  Examination in aid of execution 
C)  Secured transaction 
D)  Garnishee procedure 
E)  Seize or sue rule 
A)  Execution 
B)  Examination in aid of execution 
C)  Secured transaction 
D)  Garnishee procedure 
E)  Seize or sue rule

Question 16

Explain under what circumstances a ban on the publication of court proceedings may be imposed.

Accepted Answer

When juveniles are involved, w

Question 17

The decision of an administrative tribunal may be challenged because of an abuse of discretionary power.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The decision of an administrative tribunal may be challenged on the basis that the rules of natural justice were not followed in reaching that decision.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which of the following is correct with respect to the Supreme Court of Canada?

Accepted Answer

A)  The Supreme Court of Canada is always subject to decisions made by the federal parliament. 
B)  The Supreme Court of Canada can make some decisions that bind both the federal parliament and provincial legislatures. 
C)  The Supreme Court of Canada only deals with disputes arising from matters in the federal system (matters given to the federal parliament under the Constitution Act, 1867). 
D)  The Supreme Court of Canada has the power to override parliament in all areas. 
E)  The Supreme Court of Canada is made up of three judges from each province and one from each territory, although a quorum consists of only nine judges. 
A)  The Supreme Court of Canada is always subject to decisions made by the federal parliament. 
B)  The Supreme Court of Canada can make some decisions that bind both the federal parliament and provincial legislatures. 
C)  The Supreme Court of Canada only deals with disputes arising from matters in the federal system (matters given to the federal parliament under the Constitution Act, 1867). 
D)  The Supreme Court of Canada has the power to override parliament in all areas. 
E)  The Supreme Court of Canada is made up of three judges from each province and one from each territory, although a quorum consists of only nine judges.

Question 20

Explain what happens at the discovery of document stage of the discovery process.

Accepted Answer

The parties exchange lists of documents

Which of the following accurately reflects a recent change to the court system?

What is meant by prohibition?

What does successful mediation require?

Explain the function and jurisdiction of the Federal Court.

Indicate the advantages of mediation and arbitration over judicial process.

Explain why the examination for discovery can be so important in any court action.

Which of the following cases would be a good one to mediate?

Consider the following statements with respect to the exercise of governmental powers. Identify the false statement.

(Modify this question for your province.) Fred sold Carole some computer equipment and software for $900. After she paid $300, Carole quit paying. When she had no complaint about the items but just wouldn't pay, Fred decided to sue. He would most likely begin his action in

Discuss the options that are available to a successful litigant in enforcing the judgment against the loser.

Which of the following statements is correct?

Which of the following is incorrect with respect to the function of the small claims court?

A successful negotiation has the potential of enhancing a business relationship.

The procedure that allows a judgment creditor to ask a judgment debtor about his income, property, and debts is which of the following?

Explain under what circumstances a ban on the publication of court proceedings may be imposed.

The decision of an administrative tribunal may be challenged because of an abuse of discretionary power.

The decision of an administrative tribunal may be challenged on the basis that the rules of natural justice were not followed in reaching that decision.

Which of the following is correct with respect to the Supreme Court of Canada?

Explain what happens at the discovery of document stage of the discovery process.

Managing Your Legal Affairs

Introduction to the Legal System

Intentional Torts and Torts Impacting Business

Negligence, Professional Liability, and Insurance

The Elements of a Contract: Consensus and Consideration

The Elements of a Contract: Capacity, Legality, and Intention

Factors Affecting the Contractual Relationship

The End of the Contractual Relationship

Agency and Partnership

Corporations

Employment

Intellectual Property

Real and Personal Property and Protection of the Environment

Priority of Creditors

Sales and Consumer Protection

Filters

Exam 3: The Resolution of Disputes: the Courts and Alternatives to Litigation

Which of the following accurately reflects a recent change to the court system?

What is meant by prohibition?

What does successful mediation require?

Explain the function and jurisdiction of the Federal Court.

Indicate the advantages of mediation and arbitration over judicial process.

Explain why the examination for discovery can be so important in any court action.

Which of the following cases would be a good one to mediate?

Consider the following statements with respect to the exercise of governmental powers. Identify the false statement.

(Modify this question for your province.) Fred sold Carole some computer equipment and software for $900. After she paid $300, Carole quit paying. When she had no complaint about the items but just wouldn't pay, Fred decided to sue. He would most likely begin his action in

Discuss the options that are available to a successful litigant in enforcing the judgment against the loser.

Which of the following statements is correct?

Which of the following is incorrect with respect to the function of the small claims court?

A successful negotiation has the potential of enhancing a business relationship.

The procedure that allows a judgment creditor to ask a judgment debtor about his income, property, and debts is which of the following?

Explain under what circumstances a ban on the publication of court proceedings may be imposed.

The decision of an administrative tribunal may be challenged because of an abuse of discretionary power.

The decision of an administrative tribunal may be challenged on the basis that the rules of natural justice were not followed in reaching that decision.

Which of the following is correct with respect to the Supreme Court of Canada?

Explain what happens at the discovery of document stage of the discovery process.

Managing Your Legal Affairs

Introduction to the Legal System

Intentional Torts and Torts Impacting Business

Negligence, Professional Liability, and Insurance

The Elements of a Contract: Consensus and Consideration

The Elements of a Contract: Capacity, Legality, and Intention

Factors Affecting the Contractual Relationship

The End of the Contractual Relationship

Agency and Partnership

Corporations

Employment

Intellectual Property

Real and Personal Property and Protection of the Environment

Priority of Creditors

Sales and Consumer Protection

Filters