Question 1

Indicate what can be appealed in an appeal court.

Accepted Answer

Usually questions of

Question 2

Discuss the restrictions on the power of government decision makers imposed by the power of judicial review.

Accepted Answer

Here students should show an understandi

Question 3

When one person is suing another in a civil matter,the judge must be satisfied about the outcome on the balance of probabilities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Solicitor-client costs are those commonly awarded.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Modify this question for your province.)Mildred and Sam are having marriage difficulties.Their 14-year-old son,George,in reaction,steals a car and smashes it up when joy riding.He is charged under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.Which court would deal with this action in your province?

Accepted Answer

A)  small claims court 
B)  family court 
C)  superior trial court 
D)  surrogate court 
E)  youth court 
A)  small claims court 
B)  family court 
C)  superior trial court 
D)  surrogate court 
E)  youth court

Question 7

The Tax Court of Canada is considered a superior court.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

When,in an assault case,the court has to decide whether the nasty names Joe called James justified James hitting Joe,this is an example of a question of law.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

What is the highest court in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Supreme Co

Question 10

Which of the following terms best describes the process of mediation?

Accepted Answer

A)  rigid 
B)  structured 
C)  cooperative/flexible 
D)  time-consuming 
E)  controversial 
A)  rigid 
B)  structured 
C)  cooperative/flexible 
D)  time-consuming 
E)  controversial

Question 11

Explain what is meant by a "garnishee."

Accepted Answer

Funds that are owed to the judgment debt

Question 12

When a court has to decide in an assault action whether Joe really did hit James,this is a question of law.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Distinguish between the executive and legislative branches of government.

Accepted Answer

The legislative branch is Parliament,inc

Question 14

Which of the following is true with regard to our court system?

Accepted Answer

A)  There is no maximum monetary limit on a matter before the superior trial court of the province. 
B)  The theory of precedent (stare decisis) dictates that a judge on a Court of Appeal in one province is bound to follow the decision of the Court of Appeal of another province on the same legal point. 
C)  Only the plaintiff could appeal a decision of a judge of the provincial court. 
D)  If a case were heard before the superior court of the province, the judge could no longer apply both legal and equitable principles, just principles from the courts of equity. 
E)  At the court of appeal level, judges are bound only by statute law. 
A)  There is no maximum monetary limit on a matter before the superior trial court of the province. 
B)  The theory of precedent (stare decisis) dictates that a judge on a Court of Appeal in one province is bound to follow the decision of the Court of Appeal of another province on the same legal point. 
C)  Only the plaintiff could appeal a decision of a judge of the provincial court. 
D)  If a case were heard before the superior court of the province, the judge could no longer apply both legal and equitable principles, just principles from the courts of equity. 
E)  At the court of appeal level, judges are bound only by statute law.

Question 15

A court will invariably disregard a mediated settlement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

A)  The writ is a document issued by the defendant to indicate that he or she will defend against the action. 
B)  The plaintiff must prove his or her case on the balance of probabilities. 
C)  Regardless of whether or not a defendant responds to the plaintiff's claims by filing the required documents, a matter must proceed to trial before a judgment can be awarded. 
D)  An action is usually commenced by issuing a chambers application. 
E)  Once a statement of claim is served, the next step is the trial. 
A)  The writ is a document issued by the defendant to indicate that he or she will defend against the action. 
B)  The plaintiff must prove his or her case on the balance of probabilities. 
C)  Regardless of whether or not a defendant responds to the plaintiff's claims by filing the required documents, a matter must proceed to trial before a judgment can be awarded. 
D)  An action is usually commenced by issuing a chambers application. 
E)  Once a statement of claim is served, the next step is the trial.

Question 17

Describe the process involved when one person sues another in a civil action.

Accepted Answer

Students should describe in some detail

Question 18

What is a privative clause?

Accepted Answer

A privative clause is a clause

Question 19

If the court finds the defendant liable for the tort of battery,the court could award damages to the plaintiff that were not for the purpose of compensating the plaintiff,but for the purpose of punishing the defendant.Such damages are called

Accepted Answer

A)  special damages. 
B)  general damages. 
C)  punitive damages. 
D)  compensatory damages. 
E)  derogatory damages. 
A)  special damages. 
B)  general damages. 
C)  punitive damages. 
D)  compensatory damages. 
E)  derogatory damages.

Question 20

Once a judgment has been obtained,it can be enforced in any jurisdiction in the world.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Indicate what can be appealed in an appeal court.

Discuss the restrictions on the power of government decision makers imposed by the power of judicial review.

When one person is suing another in a civil matter,the judge must be satisfied about the outcome on the balance of probabilities.

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

Solicitor-client costs are those commonly awarded.

Modify this question for your province.)Mildred and Sam are having marriage difficulties.Their 14-year-old son,George,in reaction,steals a car and smashes it up when joy riding.He is charged under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.Which court would deal with this action in your province?

The Tax Court of Canada is considered a superior court.

When,in an assault case,the court has to decide whether the nasty names Joe called James justified James hitting Joe,this is an example of a question of law.

What is the highest court in Canada?

Which of the following terms best describes the process of mediation?

Explain what is meant by a "garnishee."

When a court has to decide in an assault action whether Joe really did hit James,this is a question of law.

Distinguish between the executive and legislative branches of government.

Which of the following is true with regard to our court system?

A court will invariably disregard a mediated settlement.

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

Describe the process involved when one person sues another in a civil action.

What is a privative clause?

If the court finds the defendant liable for the tort of battery,the court could award damages to the plaintiff that were not for the purpose of compensating the plaintiff,but for the purpose of punishing the defendant.Such damages are called

Once a judgment has been obtained,it can be enforced in any jurisdiction in the world.

Managing Your Legal Affairs

Introduction to the Legal System

Intentional Torts and Torts Impacting Business

Negligence, Professional Liability, and Insurance

The Elements of a Contractconsensus and Consideration

The Elements of a Contract capacity, Legality, and Intention

Factors Affecting the Contractual Relationship

The End of the Contractual Relationship

Employment

Agency and Partnership

Corporations

Real, Personal, and Intellectual Property

Information Technology and the Internet

Sales and Consumer Protection

Priority of Creditors

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

Indicate what can be appealed in an appeal court.

Discuss the restrictions on the power of government decision makers imposed by the power of judicial review.

When one person is suing another in a civil matter,the judge must be satisfied about the outcome on the balance of probabilities.

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

Solicitor-client costs are those commonly awarded.

Modify this question for your province.)Mildred and Sam are having marriage difficulties.Their 14-year-old son,George,in reaction,steals a car and smashes it up when joy riding.He is charged under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.Which court would deal with this action in your province?

The Tax Court of Canada is considered a superior court.

When,in an assault case,the court has to decide whether the nasty names Joe called James justified James hitting Joe,this is an example of a question of law.

What is the highest court in Canada?

Which of the following terms best describes the process of mediation?

Explain what is meant by a "garnishee."

When a court has to decide in an assault action whether Joe really did hit James,this is a question of law.

Distinguish between the executive and legislative branches of government.

Which of the following is true with regard to our court system?

A court will invariably disregard a mediated settlement.

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

Describe the process involved when one person sues another in a civil action.

What is a privative clause?

If the court finds the defendant liable for the tort of battery,the court could award damages to the plaintiff that were not for the purpose of compensating the plaintiff,but for the purpose of punishing the defendant.Such damages are called

Once a judgment has been obtained,it can be enforced in any jurisdiction in the world.

Managing Your Legal Affairs

Introduction to the Legal System

Intentional Torts and Torts Impacting Business

Negligence, Professional Liability, and Insurance

The Elements of a Contractconsensus and Consideration

The Elements of a Contract capacity, Legality, and Intention

Factors Affecting the Contractual Relationship

The End of the Contractual Relationship

Employment

Agency and Partnership

Corporations

Real, Personal, and Intellectual Property

Information Technology and the Internet

Sales and Consumer Protection

Priority of Creditors

Filters