Question 1

Who are the parties in a civil action?

Accepted Answer

Plaintiff

Question 2

Discuss the options that are available to a successful litigant in enforcing the judgment against the loser.

Accepted Answer

Here students are asked to concentrate o

Question 3

Indicate the jurisdiction of the Small Claims Court in your area.

Accepted Answer

This will vary from

Question 4

It is generally cost-effective and worthwhile to pursue judicial review.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

What is the standard of proof used in a criminal matter?

Accepted Answer

Beyond a r

Question 6

A negotiation will most likely lead to agreement when the parties are

Accepted Answer

A) aggressive. 
B) uncommunicative. 
C) coercive. 
D) vulnerable. 
E) equal in power. 
A) aggressive. 
B) uncommunicative. 
C) coercive. 
D) vulnerable. 
E) equal in power.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Max operated a movie theatre in a small community and,because of financial problems,decided to show pornographic movies.The citizens were outraged when they learned about the change and demanded that the police close down the store.The police refused,saying there was no law against it.The citizens then persuaded the town council to pass a bylaw making such immoral activities a crime.This was done,and Max was ordered by the police to close down the theatre.Which of the following accurately describes Max's legal position?

Accepted Answer

A) He must close down the theatre because the town council has the power to require him to conform to such a provision. 
B) He must close down whether or not the town council has the power because,once it is clear that the standards of the community designate a particular business as offensive,that business cannot be allowed to continue. 
C) He can obtain a court order to stay open because the town council had no power to make such activities a crime. 
D) He can stay open but cannot advertise in any way to promote this activity. 
E) Because this is a moral matter,no level of government can interfere with his right to operate such a business anywhere he wants. 
A) He must close down the theatre because the town council has the power to require him to conform to such a provision. 
B) He must close down whether or not the town council has the power because,once it is clear that the standards of the community designate a particular business as offensive,that business cannot be allowed to continue. 
C) He can obtain a court order to stay open because the town council had no power to make such activities a crime. 
D) He can stay open but cannot advertise in any way to promote this activity. 
E) Because this is a moral matter,no level of government can interfere with his right to operate such a business anywhere he wants.

Question 9

Explain the effect of a limitation period set out in legislation.

Accepted Answer

This sets a time limit,from the time of

Question 10

Mandamus involves the decision of the decision maker being stopped before the decision is made.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Indicate three of the requirements of the rules of natural justice.

Accepted Answer

A fair hearing with adequate n

Question 12

The executive branch of government is responsible for regulatory bodies created by legislation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

When a person is found not guilty in a criminal matter,he or she can no longer be sued civilly.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

What is meant by mandamus?

Accepted Answer

This is an order ord

Question 15

The decision of an administrative tribunal may be challenged because of an abuse of discretionary power.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

What is the jurisdiction of the highest court in Canada?

Accepted Answer

The Supreme Court of Canada ha

Question 17

What are the two main things to look for when determining whether the decision of a government bureaucrat can be challenged?

Accepted Answer

Did the bureaucrat act within

Question 18

Which of the following is true with respect to recent litigation reforms?

Accepted Answer

A) Several provinces have started mandatory case management,which involves judicial supervision of the litigation process. 
B) Summary trials in Alberta and British Columbia require all evidence to be presented orally to save time associated with document preparation. 
C) Small claims court procedures are becoming more complicated in all jurisdictions in order to dissuade parties from availing themselves of the court system. 
D) The dollar amount of a claim has no bearing on the procedure to be followed in either Ontario or Alberta. 
E) Mediation is compulsory in every common law province except for Ontario. 
A) Several provinces have started mandatory case management,which involves judicial supervision of the litigation process. 
B) Summary trials in Alberta and British Columbia require all evidence to be presented orally to save time associated with document preparation. 
C) Small claims court procedures are becoming more complicated in all jurisdictions in order to dissuade parties from availing themselves of the court system. 
D) The dollar amount of a claim has no bearing on the procedure to be followed in either Ontario or Alberta. 
E) Mediation is compulsory in every common law province except for Ontario.

Question 19

Juries are limited to criminal matters.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Explain what is meant by a privative clause.

Accepted Answer

A privative clause is a clause

Who are the parties in a civil action?

Discuss the options that are available to a successful litigant in enforcing the judgment against the loser.

Indicate the jurisdiction of the Small Claims Court in your area.

It is generally cost-effective and worthwhile to pursue judicial review.

What is the standard of proof used in a criminal matter?

A negotiation will most likely lead to agreement when the parties are

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

Explain the effect of a limitation period set out in legislation.

Mandamus involves the decision of the decision maker being stopped before the decision is made.

Indicate three of the requirements of the rules of natural justice.

The executive branch of government is responsible for regulatory bodies created by legislation.

When a person is found not guilty in a criminal matter,he or she can no longer be sued civilly.

What is meant by mandamus?

The decision of an administrative tribunal may be challenged because of an abuse of discretionary power.

What is the jurisdiction of the highest court in Canada?

What are the two main things to look for when determining whether the decision of a government bureaucrat can be challenged?

Which of the following is true with respect to recent litigation reforms?

Juries are limited to criminal matters.

Explain what is meant by a privative clause.

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

Who are the parties in a civil action?

Discuss the options that are available to a successful litigant in enforcing the judgment against the loser.

Indicate the jurisdiction of the Small Claims Court in your area.

It is generally cost-effective and worthwhile to pursue judicial review.

What is the standard of proof used in a criminal matter?

A negotiation will most likely lead to agreement when the parties are

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

Explain the effect of a limitation period set out in legislation.

Mandamus involves the decision of the decision maker being stopped before the decision is made.

Indicate three of the requirements of the rules of natural justice.

The executive branch of government is responsible for regulatory bodies created by legislation.

When a person is found not guilty in a criminal matter,he or she can no longer be sued civilly.

What is meant by mandamus?

The decision of an administrative tribunal may be challenged because of an abuse of discretionary power.

What is the jurisdiction of the highest court in Canada?

What are the two main things to look for when determining whether the decision of a government bureaucrat can be challenged?

Which of the following is true with respect to recent litigation reforms?

Juries are limited to criminal matters.

Explain what is meant by a privative clause.

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