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

Indicate three situations where someone affected by the decision of an administrator can turn to the courts for relief.

Mandamus involves the decision of the decision maker being quashed or of no effect.

Describe the options available to a judgment creditor in respect of the enforcement of judgments.

Indicate two alternatives to court action.

Explain why the courts are open to the public and press.

What constitutes a fair hearing?

The Supreme Court of Canada only hears appeals from other courts.

Judicial review is an appeal of the decision to a higher court.

Which of the following is an advantage of using ADR?

Describe the limits on the jurisdiction of the superior trial court in your province.

Alternative dispute resolution is a way to avoid penalties imposed by the courts.

Explain what is meant by "costs" when they are awarded in court action.

How is an action usually started?

What does a successful negotiation require?

Distinguish the prerogative writ certiorari from mandamus.

Where transactions on the internet are involved,an action can only be brought where the defendant company is actually physically located.

Distinguish between mediation and arbitration.

All methods of execution or enforcement require that a judgment first be obtained.

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

Describe recent developments in Canada's court systems made by various governments.