Question 1

Medarb is a combination of a trial and mediation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Summary jury trials offer the perspective of a jury with a shortened version of the case.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

There is an absolute right to a jury trial in civil cases.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Interrogatories must be answered in writing and under oath.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Discuss the issues for businesses concerning potential litigation and portable devices such as smartphones and laptops.

Accepted Answer

Smartphones and laptops can be used outs

Question 6

When is a motion for a directed verdict properly made?

Accepted Answer

A)  after the defendant has filed its answer 
B)  after summary judgment has been granted 
C)  after the plaintiff has presented its case 
D)  only at the appellate court level 
A)  after the defendant has filed its answer 
B)  after summary judgment has been granted 
C)  after the plaintiff has presented its case 
D)  only at the appellate court level

Question 7

Voir dire is the process of screening prospective jurors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

My E-Medicine, Inc. is a company that offers prescriptions over the Internet. The company has a worldwide customer base. A company based in France has alleged that My E-Medicine is selling a generic drug that violates the French company's patent. The company has filed suit against My E-Medicine in France and has sought to use the U.S. Marshal in the United States to serve process for the suit. Which of the following best describes the rights of My E-Medicine?

Accepted Answer

A)  My E-Medicine can be required to go to France to defend the lawsuit because it sells its products there. 
B)  My E-Medicine has violated the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act. 
C)  My E-Medicine can challenge the jurisdiction of the U.S. Marshals here in federal district court. 
D)  My E-Medicine is not responsible for the patent infringement of another company. 
E)  none of the above 
A)  My E-Medicine can be required to go to France to defend the lawsuit because it sells its products there. 
B)  My E-Medicine has violated the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act. 
C)  My E-Medicine can challenge the jurisdiction of the U.S. Marshals here in federal district court. 
D)  My E-Medicine is not responsible for the patent infringement of another company. 
E)  none of the above

Question 9

What type of scientific/expert testimony requires a higher standard of review before it can be used in court?

Accepted Answer

A)  any academic studies 
B)  any studies developed for use at trial 
C)  any studies in an area in which experts differ 
D)  none of the above 
A)  any academic studies 
B)  any studies developed for use at trial 
C)  any studies in an area in which experts differ 
D)  none of the above

Question 10

The purpose of the new mandatory discovery provisions is to:

Accepted Answer

A)  remove the element of surprise from litigation. 
B)  make litigation more of a quest for the truth. 
C)  minimize discovery times and costs. 
D)  All of the above are reasons mandatory discovery was adopted. 
A)  remove the element of surprise from litigation. 
B)  make litigation more of a quest for the truth. 
C)  minimize discovery times and costs. 
D)  All of the above are reasons mandatory discovery was adopted.

Question 11

The time limit for a defendant to file an answer is:

Accepted Answer

A)  the statute of limitations. 
B)  two years for personal injury suits. 
C)  20 to 30 days in most states. 
D)  four years for contract suits. 
A)  the statute of limitations. 
B)  two years for personal injury suits. 
C)  20 to 30 days in most states. 
D)  four years for contract suits.

Question 12

The Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) permits mandatory arbitration in consumer contracts but has yet to be tested in litigation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

If there is a hung jury:

Accepted Answer

A)  the case must be dismissed. 
B)  the judge finds in favor of the defendant. 
C)  the case can be retried. 
D)  the judge can grant summary judgment. 
A)  the case must be dismissed. 
B)  the judge finds in favor of the defendant. 
C)  the case can be retried. 
D)  the judge can grant summary judgment.

Question 14

A lawsuit begins with the filing of a complaint or petition.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

In international disputes, it is likely that foreign companies will be required to come to the United States to bring suit for issues involving the Internet and U.S. companies

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The results of an arbitration hearing are generally binding.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Under the new discovery rules, work product must also be turned over to the other parties in a case.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Jury instructions:

Accepted Answer

A)  are not given in all cases. 
B)  explain the application of law to juries. 
C)  are developed unilaterally by the judge. 
D)  explain how a foreman is elected. 
A)  are not given in all cases. 
B)  explain the application of law to juries. 
C)  are developed unilaterally by the judge. 
D)  explain how a foreman is elected.

Question 19

Describe the role of jury selection consultants.

Accepted Answer

These firms are used to help lawyers sel

Question 20

Work product is discoverable.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Medarb is a combination of a trial and mediation.

Summary jury trials offer the perspective of a jury with a shortened version of the case.

There is an absolute right to a jury trial in civil cases.

Interrogatories must be answered in writing and under oath.

Discuss the issues for businesses concerning potential litigation and portable devices such as smartphones and laptops.

When is a motion for a directed verdict properly made?

Voir dire is the process of screening prospective jurors.

What type of scientific/expert testimony requires a higher standard of review before it can be used in court?

The purpose of the new mandatory discovery provisions is to:

The time limit for a defendant to file an answer is:

The Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) permits mandatory arbitration in consumer contracts but has yet to be tested in litigation.

If there is a hung jury:

A lawsuit begins with the filing of a complaint or petition.

In international disputes, it is likely that foreign companies will be required to come to the United States to bring suit for issues involving the Internet and U.S. companies

The results of an arbitration hearing are generally binding.

Under the new discovery rules, work product must also be turned over to the other parties in a case.

Jury instructions:

Describe the role of jury selection consultants.

Work product is discoverable.

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Medarb is a combination of a trial and mediation.

Summary jury trials offer the perspective of a jury with a shortened version of the case.

There is an absolute right to a jury trial in civil cases.

Interrogatories must be answered in writing and under oath.

Discuss the issues for businesses concerning potential litigation and portable devices such as smartphones and laptops.

When is a motion for a directed verdict properly made?

Voir dire is the process of screening prospective jurors.

What type of scientific/expert testimony requires a higher standard of review before it can be used in court?

The purpose of the new mandatory discovery provisions is to:

The time limit for a defendant to file an answer is:

The Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) permits mandatory arbitration in consumer contracts but has yet to be tested in litigation.

If there is a hung jury:

A lawsuit begins with the filing of a complaint or petition.

In international disputes, it is likely that foreign companies will be required to come to the United States to bring suit for issues involving the Internet and U.S. companies

The results of an arbitration hearing are generally binding.

Under the new discovery rules, work product must also be turned over to the other parties in a case.

Jury instructions:

Describe the role of jury selection consultants.

Work product is discoverable.

Introduction to Law

Business Ethics and Social Responsibility

The Judicial System

Business and the Constitution

Administrative Law

International Law

Business Crime

Business Torts

Cyberlaw, Social Media, and Privacy

Environmental Regulation and Sustainability

Contracts and Sales: Introduction and Formation

Contracts: Performance, Remedies, and Rights

Sales: Product Advertising and Liability

Products: Business Intellectual Property

Business Competition: Antitrust

Management of Employee Conduct: Agency

Governance and Structure: Forms of Doing Business

Governance and Regulation: Securities Law

Management: Employee Welfare

Management: Employment Discrimination

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