Civil Law Overview and Key Concepts

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Match the following purposes of civil law with their descriptions:

Protect individuals' rights = Ensuring legal agreements are upheld Provide compensation = Restoring the injured party to their original position Deter wrongful conduct = Imposing penalties on offenders Resolve disputes = Addressing conflicts between individuals or groups

Match the types of civil law with their examples:

Contract Law = Disputes over written agreements Tort Law = Claims resulting from negligence Property Law = Disputes regarding ownership of real estate Family Law = Issues related to marriage and custody

Match the key concepts of civil law with their definitions:

Breach = Failure to meet legal obligations Loss = Harm experienced by the plaintiff Causation = Link between breach and loss Burden of Proof = Responsibility of the plaintiff to prove the case

Match the elements of negligence with their requirements:

Duty of Care = Defendant's obligation to act reasonably Breach of Duty = Failure to fulfill the duty of care Causation = Connection between breach and injury Damages = Compensation sought by the injured party Signup and view all the answers

Match the terms related to civil law with their correct descriptions:

Defamation = Harm to a person's reputation through false statements Torts = Wrongful acts causing injury or harm Contracts = Legally binding agreements between parties Negligence = Failure to take proper care resulting in damage Signup and view all the answers

Match the aspects of the civil law process with their functions:

Standard of Proof = Determining the level of evidence required Plaintiff = The party bringing the case to court Defendant = The party accused or being sued Balance of Probabilities = Standard used to evaluate evidence in civil cases Signup and view all the answers

Match the following scenarios with the type of civil law they represent:

Divorce proceedings = Family Law Slip and fall injury = Tort Law Failure to deliver goods = Contract Law Trespassing issues = Property Law Signup and view all the answers

Match the civil law principles with their implications:

Compensation = Restoration of the injured party Deterrence = Preventing future wrongful acts Restitution = Returning benefits to the aggrieved party Justice = Ensuring fair treatment under the law Signup and view all the answers

Match the elements required to prove negligence with their definitions:

Breach of Duty = The defendant failed to meet their responsibility. Causation = The breach caused the harm. Damages = The plaintiff suffered actual harm or loss. Duty of Care = A legal obligation to ensure the safety of others. Signup and view all the answers

Match the defences to negligence with their descriptions:

Contributory Negligence = The plaintiff contributed to their own harm. Assumption of Risk = The plaintiff knowingly accepted the risks involved. Comparative Negligence = Liability is distributed between parties based on their fault. Statute of Limitations = Time limit for bringing a negligence claim. Signup and view all the answers

Match the impacts of civil law breaches with their types:

Emotional Impact = Stress from defamation. Financial Impact = Costs of medical bills after negligence. Social Impact = Damage to reputation affecting relationships. Physical Impact = Injury resulting from an accident. Signup and view all the answers

Match the principles of justice with their explanations:

Fairness = Equal treatment and unbiased procedures. Equality = No discrimination in legal rights or responsibilities. Access = Everyone has the opportunity to use the legal system. Justice = The concept of moral rightness based on ethics. Signup and view all the answers

Match the institutions that resolve civil disputes with their characteristics:

Courts = Formal resolution through judges. Tribunals = Faster, cost-effective alternatives. Mediation = Parties negotiate with a mediator’s help. Negotiation = Informal discussions to settle disputes. Signup and view all the answers

Match the example scenarios with their relevant legal concepts:

Pedestrian jaywalking = Example of contributory negligence. Providing interpreters in court = Example of access to justice. Sharing private photos = Example of emotional impact. Medical bills after an accident = Example of financial impact. Signup and view all the answers

Match the terms associated with negligence with their meanings:

Liability = Legal responsibility for one’s actions. Negligence = Failure to take proper care in doing something. Tort = A civil wrong that causes harm or loss. Damages = Compensation awarded for harm or loss. Signup and view all the answers

Match the legal terms with their correct definitions:

Duty of Care = A legal obligation to avoid causing harm. Burden of Proof = The obligation to prove one’s assertions in court. Res ipsa loquitur = The thing speaks for itself. Negligent Infliction of Emotional Distress = Causing mental suffering through careless actions. Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Purpose of Civil Law

Resolve disputes between people/groups, compensating those harmed.

Civil Law Types

Includes contract, tort, property, and family law.