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

Hank sold three properties for Mr.W and had been paid his commission for the first,but not for the last two.Hank had done everything according to the contract and according to the relevant statutes,but Mr.W wouldn't pay.Hank knows that Mr.W has a bank account with the Bank of Montreal and has money owed to him from a Mr.Gregory.If Hank successfully sued Mr.W,which of the following would be false?

Explain any limitations on the superior trial court of the province.

What is the name given to the hearing held to determine the assets of the debtor and how they can be made to pay the judgment?

Juries are no longer used in Canada.

Taisa was a massage therapist who ran a successful business from her home.One of her long-time clients,Greg,owed her a considerable sum of money relating to unpaid massage therapy sessions.Greg was reluctant to pay because he was unhappy with the services he had received.Which of the following is true?

Consider the alternatives that are available to going to court and suing someone,and discuss the relative merits of these different courses of action.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is correct?

Contracts requiring arbitration are becoming more common.

Which of the following statements regarding administrative law is true?

In the Ontario Court of Appeal decision in Joseph v.Paramount Canada's Wonderland,the Court held that

Name the Federal Courts.

Several provinces have implemented "mental health courts." These specialized courts focus on

There are many characteristics associated with the use of the court process that may be considered advantages and disadvantages when compared to alternate dispute resolution.Which of the following is a favourable characteristic one would associate with the litigation process?

Describe the court structure in place in your province.

With regard to the process of a civil law suit,which of the following is true?

Which of the following is correct with respect to the function of our court system?

Hao wants to negotiate a settlement,but he lacks skill and experience as a negotiator.What option is available to him?

What impact do "without prejudice" statements made during negotiations have if litigation results?

Which of the following is correct with respect to the jurisdiction of the various courts mentioned?