Question 1

"Existing laws have proven useless with respect to the Internet." Discuss the accuracy of this statement.

Accepted Answer

It is inaccurate. Existing laws are appl

Question 2

Discuss the following statement "A Canadian may be prosecuted for an activity that is against the law in one jurisdiction but perfectly acceptable in another".

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Unsolicited e-mail sent in bulk is referred to as ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Unsolicited e-mail sent in bulk is referred...

Question 4

In Canada, the legality of monitoring email in the context of employment is determined by ________.

Accepted Answer

Charter of Rights an

Question 5

Discuss the unique challenges the Internet presents with respect to the law and how such challenges are being addressed.

Accepted Answer

Students should highlight the key challe

Question 6

Cybersquatting captures domain names that rightfully should go to others.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

From a business point of view, how does a professional protect himself against liability from online communications?

Accepted Answer

Professional dispensing inform

Question 8

To what does "conflict of laws" refer?

Accepted Answer

The rules used to resolve ques

Question 9

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  The legal status of online contracts is determined by common law. 
B)  Online dispute resolution services are very costly and time consuming. 
C)  Online dispute resolution services are now available for electronic transactions. 
D)  Arbitration has not been proved to be a valuable tool for ecommerce disputes. 
E)  Online disputes are often self-regulated. 
A)  The legal status of online contracts is determined by common law. 
B)  Online dispute resolution services are very costly and time consuming. 
C)  Online dispute resolution services are now available for electronic transactions. 
D)  Arbitration has not been proved to be a valuable tool for ecommerce disputes. 
E)  Online disputes are often self-regulated.

Question 10

With regards to internet jurisdiction, which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Many jurisdictions have passed long-arm statutes allowing them to take jurisdiction only if the person being sued is a resident of that jurisdiction. 
B)  Canadian courts are willing to find jurisdiction where there is a degree of interactivity and substantial connection between the act complained of and the province. 
C)  Every jurisdiction has a different set of laws, and each internet user should conform to the local laws of each nation, state, or province. 
D)  Valid laws apply to the internet, and there have been no difficulties in determining what laws apply to the internet and internet transactions. 
E)  Judicial action is allowed only if the person being sued is a resident of that jurisdiction and directly involved. 
A)  Many jurisdictions have passed long-arm statutes allowing them to take jurisdiction only if the person being sued is a resident of that jurisdiction. 
B)  Canadian courts are willing to find jurisdiction where there is a degree of interactivity and substantial connection between the act complained of and the province. 
C)  Every jurisdiction has a different set of laws, and each internet user should conform to the local laws of each nation, state, or province. 
D)  Valid laws apply to the internet, and there have been no difficulties in determining what laws apply to the internet and internet transactions. 
E)  Judicial action is allowed only if the person being sued is a resident of that jurisdiction and directly involved.

Question 11

Hitting the "I Accept" button on a website is equivalent to an acceptance of the seller's offer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Discuss the scope and purpose of PIPEDA.

Accepted Answer

This federal act came into force as of J

Question 13

The registration of a domain name and use on the Internet is one way to get around trademark law.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Discuss the elements of a contract required for electronic commerce transactions.

Accepted Answer

Electronic commerce transactions legal s

Question 15

Which of the following is not a common internet or computer-related offence?

Accepted Answer

A)  Distribution of pornography 
B)  Computer piracy 
C)  Hate literature and other human rights violations 
D)  Trespass 
E)  Gambling 
A)  Distribution of pornography 
B)  Computer piracy 
C)  Hate literature and other human rights violations 
D)  Trespass 
E)  Gambling

Question 16

A Canadian company published an article on the internet defaming an Australian resident. The Australian resident brought action against the Canadian company. With regards to internet jurisdiction, which of the following statements is true

Accepted Answer

A)  Since the plaintiff lived in Australia, and the defendant was based in Canada, a third neutral country would be the appropriate jurisdiction. 
B)  The Canadian company's appropriate defence would be to point out out that it is impossible to know and comply with the laws of every jurisdiction, and therefore not liable. 
C)  Since the company was Canadian, the most convenient jurisdiction would be the province the Canadian company resides. 
D)  Since the plaintiff lived in Australia, and the harm was done in that country, there is no connection between the defamation and Canada, and appropriately there is no jurisdiction. 
E)  Since the plaintiff lived in Australia, and the harm was done in that country, there is a sufficient connection between the defamation and that country, and case would be heard in an Australian court. 
A)  Since the plaintiff lived in Australia, and the defendant was based in Canada, a third neutral country would be the appropriate jurisdiction. 
B)  The Canadian company's appropriate defence would be to point out out that it is impossible to know and comply with the laws of every jurisdiction, and therefore not liable. 
C)  Since the company was Canadian, the most convenient jurisdiction would be the province the Canadian company resides. 
D)  Since the plaintiff lived in Australia, and the harm was done in that country, there is no connection between the defamation and Canada, and appropriately there is no jurisdiction. 
E)  Since the plaintiff lived in Australia, and the harm was done in that country, there is a sufficient connection between the defamation and that country, and case would be heard in an Australian court.

Question 17

Identify the common internet and computer offences.

Accepted Answer

Fraudulent use of electronic technologie

Question 18

Jurisdiction with respect to the internet is an important area of concern. Which of the following statements is false.

Accepted Answer

A)  Without a degree of interactivity, the courts in a particular province may refuse to hear a case. 
B)  There must be a special link or connection to have a local court take jurisdiction. 
C)  To avoid battles over jurisdiction, the parties should specify in their contract what law is to apply. 
D)  A Canadian may be prosecuted for an activity that is against the law in one jurisdiction, but perfectly acceptable in another. 
E)  It is relatively straightforward to take a judgment obtained in one jurisdiction, and enforce it in another. 
A)  Without a degree of interactivity, the courts in a particular province may refuse to hear a case. 
B)  There must be a special link or connection to have a local court take jurisdiction. 
C)  To avoid battles over jurisdiction, the parties should specify in their contract what law is to apply. 
D)  A Canadian may be prosecuted for an activity that is against the law in one jurisdiction, but perfectly acceptable in another. 
E)  It is relatively straightforward to take a judgment obtained in one jurisdiction, and enforce it in another.

Question 19

Discuss regulatory trends in the age of the Internet.

Accepted Answer

The unregulated nature of the Internet h

Question 20

With regards to the internet, which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Existing laws go a long way to establish rights and obligations for the parties doing business online, but the protection and enforcement of those rights can be an insurmountable problem. 
B)  Valid laws apply to the internet, and there have been no difficulties in determining what laws apply to the internet and internet transactions. 
C)  Judicial action is allowed only if the person being sued is a resident of that jurisdiction. 
D)  Regulatory steps have been taken to overcome all problems associated with jurisdictional issues. 
E)  Determining where an action should be brought has not presented any legal problems. 
A)  Existing laws go a long way to establish rights and obligations for the parties doing business online, but the protection and enforcement of those rights can be an insurmountable problem. 
B)  Valid laws apply to the internet, and there have been no difficulties in determining what laws apply to the internet and internet transactions. 
C)  Judicial action is allowed only if the person being sued is a resident of that jurisdiction. 
D)  Regulatory steps have been taken to overcome all problems associated with jurisdictional issues. 
E)  Determining where an action should be brought has not presented any legal problems.

"Existing laws have proven useless with respect to the Internet." Discuss the accuracy of this statement.

Discuss the following statement "A Canadian may be prosecuted for an activity that is against the law in one jurisdiction but perfectly acceptable in another".

Unsolicited e-mail sent in bulk is referred to as ________.

In Canada, the legality of monitoring email in the context of employment is determined by ________.

Discuss the unique challenges the Internet presents with respect to the law and how such challenges are being addressed.

Cybersquatting captures domain names that rightfully should go to others.

From a business point of view, how does a professional protect himself against liability from online communications?

To what does "conflict of laws" refer?

Which of the following statements is true?

With regards to internet jurisdiction, which of the following statements is true?

Hitting the "I Accept" button on a website is equivalent to an acceptance of the seller's offer.

Discuss the scope and purpose of PIPEDA.

The registration of a domain name and use on the Internet is one way to get around trademark law.

Discuss the elements of a contract required for electronic commerce transactions.

Which of the following is not a common internet or computer-related offence?

A Canadian company published an article on the internet defaming an Australian resident. The Australian resident brought action against the Canadian company. With regards to internet jurisdiction, which of the following statements is true

Identify the common internet and computer offences.

Jurisdiction with respect to the internet is an important area of concern. Which of the following statements is false.

Discuss regulatory trends in the age of the Internet.

With regards to the internet, which of the following statements is true?

Managing Your Legal Affairs

Introduction to the Legal System

The Resolution of Disputes the Courts and Alternatives to Litigation

Intentional Torts

Negligence, Professional Liability, and Insurance Law

Formation of Contracts

Formation of Contracts Continued

Factors Affecting the Contractual Relationship

The End of the Contractual Relationship

Employment

Agency and Partnership

Corporations

Real, Personal and Intellectual Property

Sales and Consumer Protection

Priority of Creditors

Filters

Exam 14: Information Technology and the Internet

"Existing laws have proven useless with respect to the Internet." Discuss the accuracy of this statement.

Discuss the following statement "A Canadian may be prosecuted for an activity that is against the law in one jurisdiction but perfectly acceptable in another".

Unsolicited e-mail sent in bulk is referred to as ________.

In Canada, the legality of monitoring email in the context of employment is determined by ________.

Discuss the unique challenges the Internet presents with respect to the law and how such challenges are being addressed.

Cybersquatting captures domain names that rightfully should go to others.

From a business point of view, how does a professional protect himself against liability from online communications?

To what does "conflict of laws" refer?

Which of the following statements is true?

With regards to internet jurisdiction, which of the following statements is true?

Hitting the "I Accept" button on a website is equivalent to an acceptance of the seller's offer.

Discuss the scope and purpose of PIPEDA.

The registration of a domain name and use on the Internet is one way to get around trademark law.

Discuss the elements of a contract required for electronic commerce transactions.

Which of the following is not a common internet or computer-related offence?

A Canadian company published an article on the internet defaming an Australian resident. The Australian resident brought action against the Canadian company. With regards to internet jurisdiction, which of the following statements is true

Identify the common internet and computer offences.

Jurisdiction with respect to the internet is an important area of concern. Which of the following statements is false.

Discuss regulatory trends in the age of the Internet.

With regards to the internet, which of the following statements is true?

Managing Your Legal Affairs

Introduction to the Legal System

The Resolution of Disputes the Courts and Alternatives to Litigation

Intentional Torts

Negligence, Professional Liability, and Insurance Law

Formation of Contracts

Formation of Contracts Continued

Factors Affecting the Contractual Relationship

The End of the Contractual Relationship

Employment

Agency and Partnership

Corporations

Real, Personal and Intellectual Property

Sales and Consumer Protection

Priority of Creditors

Filters