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BUS 233-Law Midterm Exam: Chapter 1 - Intro to the Canadian Legal System

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BUS 233-Law Midterm Exam: Chapter 1 - Intro to the Canadian Legal System

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What is the purpose of substantive law?

To determine how the legal process works

To establish rules governing behavior (correct)

To define ethical behavior

To outline the role of government agencies

Which legal system is based on the French civil code?

Case Law Legal System

Common Law Legal System

Statutory Law Legal System

Civil Law Legal System (correct)

What is the main characteristic of the Common Law Legal System?

Relies on following precedent (correct)

Focused on creating new laws

Based on codified rules

Originated with Napoleon

In which legal system do judges interpret statutes based on their own discretion?

Common Law Legal System Signup and view all the answers

What does stare decisis require judges to do in the Common Law Legal System?

Follow previous court rulings (precedents) Signup and view all the answers

Which legal system originated with the Romans and was later modified by Napoleon?

Civil Code Legal System Signup and view all the answers

What is the principle established by the Magna Carta?

Rule of law Signup and view all the answers

In Canada, which legislative body has the power to create laws that override common law and equity?

Federal government Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of equitable remedies?

To fulfill the terms of an agreement Signup and view all the answers

When a lawyer distinguishes a case based on differences, what legal concept is being applied?

Stare decisis Signup and view all the answers

In Canada, which act established the Charter of Rights and Freedoms to protect individuals?

Constitution Act 1982 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an injunction as an equitable remedy?

To stop a certain action Signup and view all the answers