Question 1

Which of the following is an advantage of the mediation process?

Accepted Answer

A) Full disclosure 
B) Less expensive than litigation 
C) Overcomes power imbalances 
D) Redress for injury 
E) Consistent outcomes 
A) Full disclosure 
B) Less expensive than litigation 
C) Overcomes power imbalances 
D) Redress for injury 
E) Consistent outcomes

Question 2

In which one of the following situations would Joe not be successful in his challenge of the decision of the board or tribunal?

Accepted Answer

A) Joe,a landlord,applied to the appropriate board for relief from certain restrictions under the residential tenancy act.His request was refused.To his surprise,at the beginning of the session,one of the board members declared that he was the father of one of his tenants.He did this so that the all parties would be aware of any bias he might have and not be affected by it. 
B) Joe,a student,was refused a graduate research grant to study the Muslim religion by a government funding body because it was inappropriate,Joe being Jewish. 
C) Joe was applying for a government student loan and was refused because he was not registered in a recognized program.The regulations set out what constituted a recognized program,but the statute creating the loans program was silent with respect to this restriction.Joe asked the loans officer about this and was told this regulation did not have to be specifically authorized by statute. 
D) Joe operated an art gallery and had a showing of very controversial nude photos of children.He was prosecuted and fined under a municipal bylaw that made it a crime to show pornographic material anywhere in the municipality. 
E) Joe applied for a liquor licence for his night club.His application was denied on the grounds that he did not complete the application form and pay the prescribed application fee. 
A) Joe,a landlord,applied to the appropriate board for relief from certain restrictions under the residential tenancy act.His request was refused.To his surprise,at the beginning of the session,one of the board members declared that he was the father of one of his tenants.He did this so that the all parties would be aware of any bias he might have and not be affected by it. 
B) Joe,a student,was refused a graduate research grant to study the Muslim religion by a government funding body because it was inappropriate,Joe being Jewish. 
C) Joe was applying for a government student loan and was refused because he was not registered in a recognized program.The regulations set out what constituted a recognized program,but the statute creating the loans program was silent with respect to this restriction.Joe asked the loans officer about this and was told this regulation did not have to be specifically authorized by statute. 
D) Joe operated an art gallery and had a showing of very controversial nude photos of children.He was prosecuted and fined under a municipal bylaw that made it a crime to show pornographic material anywhere in the municipality. 
E) Joe applied for a liquor licence for his night club.His application was denied on the grounds that he did not complete the application form and pay the prescribed application fee.

Question 3

When we eventually get some cases that interpret a new section of the Criminal Code of Canada,from which of the following courts will we get the most authoritative precedent (i.e.,the most binding ruling)?

Accepted Answer

A) The Manitoba Court of Queen's Bench 
B) The Ontario Court of Appeal 
C) The Federal Court of Appeal 
D) The Supreme Court of B.C. 
E) The Supreme Court of Canada 
A) The Manitoba Court of Queen's Bench 
B) The Ontario Court of Appeal 
C) The Federal Court of Appeal 
D) The Supreme Court of B.C. 
E) The Supreme Court of Canada

Question 4

The job of the mediator is to help the parties come to an agreement,not to make a decision for them.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

What constitutes a fair hearing?

Accepted Answer

What constitutes a fair hearing will var

Question 6

A requirement of the rules of natural justice is that the decision be made by the persons hearing all the evidence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

What is meant by government regulations?

Accepted Answer

When a statute is passed,it of

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

He can neg

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Who are the parties to the appeal of a civil action?

Accepted Answer

Appellant

Question 11

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 12

Which of the following is correct with respect to the litigation process?

Accepted Answer

A) Even though a judgment is obtained,payment is not assured. 
B) A statement of defence is a pleading prepared and filed by a plaintiff in response to the defendant's claims. 
C) An offer to settle always brings to an end the parties' right to proceed to trial. 
D) An examination for discovery of documents is an opportunity for the parties to settle the dispute before proceeding to trial. 
E) A counterclaim is brought by the plaintiff who is then claiming against the defendant. 
A) Even though a judgment is obtained,payment is not assured. 
B) A statement of defence is a pleading prepared and filed by a plaintiff in response to the defendant's claims. 
C) An offer to settle always brings to an end the parties' right to proceed to trial. 
D) An examination for discovery of documents is an opportunity for the parties to settle the dispute before proceeding to trial. 
E) A counterclaim is brought by the plaintiff who is then claiming against the defendant.

Question 13

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A) Use of ADR precludes parties from litigating. 
B) The rules of precedent apply to arbitration hearings. 
C) Mediators have the power to enforce decisions. 
D) ADR methods are less costly than adjudication. 
E) The public is entitled to know the result of mediated cases. 
A) Use of ADR precludes parties from litigating. 
B) The rules of precedent apply to arbitration hearings. 
C) Mediators have the power to enforce decisions. 
D) ADR methods are less costly than adjudication. 
E) The public is entitled to know the result of mediated cases.

Question 14

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.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Explain what a lawyer can do on cross-examination that he can't do on direct examination.

Accepted Answer

Lead the w

Question 16

How many judges usually sit on the Supreme Court of Canada?

Accepted Answer

The answer of How many judges usually sit on the...

Question 17

Indicate the jurisdiction of the Federal Court of Appeal.

Accepted Answer

It hears appeals from the Fede

Question 18

The Tax Court of Canada is considered a superior court.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Describe the types of remedies that can be requested by a plaintiff in a civil action.

Accepted Answer

The most common remedy requested is dama

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

They have complete jurisdictio

Which of the following is an advantage of the mediation process?

In which one of the following situations would Joe not be successful in his challenge of the decision of the board or tribunal?

When we eventually get some cases that interpret a new section of the Criminal Code of Canada,from which of the following courts will we get the most authoritative precedent (i.e.,the most binding ruling)?

The job of the mediator is to help the parties come to an agreement,not to make a decision for them.

What constitutes a fair hearing?

A requirement of the rules of natural justice is that the decision be made by the persons hearing all the evidence.

What is meant by government regulations?

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

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

Who are the parties to the appeal of a civil action?

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

Which of the following is correct with respect to the litigation process?

Which of the following statements is true?

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 what a lawyer can do on cross-examination that he can't do on direct examination.

How many judges usually sit on the Supreme Court of Canada?

Indicate the jurisdiction of the Federal Court of Appeal.

The Tax Court of Canada is considered a superior court.

Describe the types of remedies that can be requested by a plaintiff in a civil action.

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

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

Which of the following is an advantage of the mediation process?

In which one of the following situations would Joe not be successful in his challenge of the decision of the board or tribunal?

When we eventually get some cases that interpret a new section of the Criminal Code of Canada,from which of the following courts will we get the most authoritative precedent (i.e.,the most binding ruling)?

The job of the mediator is to help the parties come to an agreement,not to make a decision for them.

What constitutes a fair hearing?

A requirement of the rules of natural justice is that the decision be made by the persons hearing all the evidence.

What is meant by government regulations?

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

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

Who are the parties to the appeal of a civil action?

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

Which of the following is correct with respect to the litigation process?

Which of the following statements is true?

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 what a lawyer can do on cross-examination that he can't do on direct examination.

How many judges usually sit on the Supreme Court of Canada?

Indicate the jurisdiction of the Federal Court of Appeal.

The Tax Court of Canada is considered a superior court.

Describe the types of remedies that can be requested by a plaintiff in a civil action.

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

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

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