Exam 3: The Resolution of Disputesthe Courts and Alternatives to Litigation

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.

Mandamus involves the decision of the decision maker being stopped before the decision is made.

Which of the following involves a question of law rather than a question of fact?

Modify this question for your province.)Which of the following is false with respect to our court system?

Indicate the advantages of mediation and arbitration over judicial process.

Indicate the jurisdiction of the Federal Court.

Which of the following is correct with respect to the jurisdiction of a court where an action arises in a separate province in Canada?

Explain under what circumstances the courts may be closed to the public and press.

What does arbitration require in order to be effective?

Indicate under what circumstances the public can be excluded from our courtrooms.

A person has the right to appeal a decision in a civil court.

What constitutes fair treatment will vary with the circumstances,but the minimum standards of ______________,otherwise known as the rules of natural justice,set a basic standard.

Which of the following is correct with respect to the use of a jury in your province?

Indicate any limitations on the operation of the garnishment process.

Mildred and Sam's marriage breaks up,and a creditor is suing Mildred for $5000 because she co-signed for the loan for the purchase of the car.Which court would deal with this action in your province?

What are government regulations?

Generally,when a cause of action arises in one province and the plaintiff and defendant live in other provinces,the person suing can only sue where the defendant resides.

Explain the effect of a limitation period set out in legislation.

Indicate the differences in the standards of proof in a civil and a criminal trial.

The decision of a decision maker may be challenged on the basis of a legal error made on the record of the proceedings.