Question 1

Explain what is meant by a "dry" judgment.

Accepted Answer

This is the term used to describe a situ

Question 2

A jury is only available in civil disputes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which of the following statements concerning limitation periods is true?

Accepted Answer

A) Government bodies are exempt from limitation periods. 
B) Limitation periods are invalid because they offend the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. 
C) Limitation periods are invalid because they are ultra vires. 
D) The relevant limitation period applies to even government bodies. 
E) Government bodies are always exempt from the law. 
A) Government bodies are exempt from limitation periods. 
B) Limitation periods are invalid because they offend the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. 
C) Limitation periods are invalid because they are ultra vires. 
D) The relevant limitation period applies to even government bodies. 
E) Government bodies are always exempt from the law.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Often admissions are made in t

Question 5

Mediation and arbitration are becoming more common in resolving online disputes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

What is the standard of proof used in a civil action?

Accepted Answer

Balance of

Question 7

Because the federal government has been given power over the courts,the court structure is the same in each province.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Which of the following 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 9

Distinguish between the role of the judge and that of the jury in a civil dispute.

Accepted Answer

The judge decides questions of

Question 10

Mediation is a concept developed in the past decade.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which of the following is correct with respect to our courts?

Accepted Answer

A) All courts are the same,province to province. 
B) All criminal matters are dealt with in the Federal Court and Federal Court of Appeal. 
C) All judges are appointed by the provincial cabinet. 
D) All judges are appointed by the federal government. 
E) The appointment of a Court of Appeal judge is a matter for the federal government. 
A) All courts are the same,province to province. 
B) All criminal matters are dealt with in the Federal Court and Federal Court of Appeal. 
C) All judges are appointed by the provincial cabinet. 
D) All judges are appointed by the federal government. 
E) The appointment of a Court of Appeal judge is a matter for the federal government.

Question 12

Explain what is meant by a "garnish."

Accepted Answer

Funds that are owed to the judgment debt

Question 13

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 14

The administrative tribunal process is excluded from Charter supervision because of the notwithstanding clause.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Mildred and Sam's marriage breaks up and Mildred wants possession of the house to raise the children.Which court would deal with this action in your province?

Accepted Answer

A) The small claims court 
B) The family court 
C) The appellate court 
D) The surrogate court 
E) The provincial youth court 
A) The small claims court 
B) The family court 
C) The appellate court 
D) The surrogate court 
E) The provincial youth court

Question 16

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 17

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 18

What is the highest court in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Supreme Co

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

The winning party usually is compensated

Question 20

Which of the following is correct with respect to the enforcement of judgments?

Accepted Answer

A) The parties to a contract can specify that the laws of another jurisdiction are to apply to the transaction. 
B) Parties can avoid the operation of Canadian criminal law by specifying that the law of some other jurisdiction will apply to their activity even though it takes place in Canada. 
C) Once a judgment is obtained,that judgment can be enforced anywhere in the world. 
D) A judgment can only ever be enforced in the jurisdiction where it is obtained. 
E) To enforce a judgment in another jurisdiction,that case must always be heard all over again. 
A) The parties to a contract can specify that the laws of another jurisdiction are to apply to the transaction. 
B) Parties can avoid the operation of Canadian criminal law by specifying that the law of some other jurisdiction will apply to their activity even though it takes place in Canada. 
C) Once a judgment is obtained,that judgment can be enforced anywhere in the world. 
D) A judgment can only ever be enforced in the jurisdiction where it is obtained. 
E) To enforce a judgment in another jurisdiction,that case must always be heard all over again.

Explain what is meant by a "dry" judgment.

A jury is only available in civil disputes.

Which of the following statements concerning limitation periods is true?

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

Mediation and arbitration are becoming more common in resolving online disputes.

What is the standard of proof used in a civil action?

Because the federal government has been given power over the courts,the court structure is the same in each province.

Which of the following best describes the process of mediation?

Distinguish between the role of the judge and that of the jury in a civil dispute.

Mediation is a concept developed in the past decade.

Which of the following is correct with respect to our courts?

Explain what is meant by a "garnish."

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

The administrative tribunal process is excluded from Charter supervision because of the notwithstanding clause.

Mildred and Sam's marriage breaks up and Mildred wants possession of the house to raise the children.Which court would deal with this action in your province?

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

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

What is the highest court in Canada?

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

Which of the following is correct with respect to the enforcement of judgments?

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

Explain what is meant by a "dry" judgment.

A jury is only available in civil disputes.

Which of the following statements concerning limitation periods is true?

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

Mediation and arbitration are becoming more common in resolving online disputes.

What is the standard of proof used in a civil action?

Because the federal government has been given power over the courts,the court structure is the same in each province.

Which of the following best describes the process of mediation?

Distinguish between the role of the judge and that of the jury in a civil dispute.

Mediation is a concept developed in the past decade.

Which of the following is correct with respect to our courts?

Explain what is meant by a "garnish."

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

The administrative tribunal process is excluded from Charter supervision because of the notwithstanding clause.

Mildred and Sam's marriage breaks up and Mildred wants possession of the house to raise the children.Which court would deal with this action in your province?

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

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

What is the highest court in Canada?

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

Which of the following is correct with respect to the enforcement of judgments?

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