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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?

    <p>Common Law Legal System</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Follow previous court rulings (precedents)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Civil Code Legal System</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the principle established by the Magna Carta?

    <p>Rule of law</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Federal government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of equitable remedies?

    <p>To fulfill the terms of an agreement</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Stare decisis</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Constitution Act 1982</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To stop a certain action</p> Signup and view all the answers

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