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Civil Procedure Rules

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In which circumstances is verification of pleadings required?

Only when specifically required by law or rule (correct)

In appeals and Supreme Court cases

In all court proceedings

In cases involving minors or incapacitated individuals

What is the consequence of failure to comply with the certification requirement?

Case will be stayed indefinitely

Case will be dismissed without prejudice (correct)

Additional fines will be imposed

Case will be dismissed with prejudice

Within how many days must a plaintiff report a similar action or claim filed or pending in another court?

3 days

5 days (correct)

15 days

10 days

What is the purpose of the certification requirement in the complaint or initiatory pleading?

To prevent forum shopping Signup and view all the answers

In which cases is verification of pleadings not required?

Unless specifically required by law or rule Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of willful and deliberate forum shopping?

Case will be dismissed with prejudice Signup and view all the answers

What happens to a counsel who files an unsigned pleading in violation of the rule?

They will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a verification in a pleading?

To attest that the allegations are true and correct Signup and view all the answers

What happens to a pleading that lacks a proper verification?

It will be treated as an unsigned pleading Signup and view all the answers

When is a pleading required to be under oath, verified or accompanied by an affidavit?

Only when specifically required by law or rule Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of a counsel failing to report a change of their address to the court?

They will be subject to disciplinary action Signup and view all the answers

According to Rule 7, where should the plaintiff or principal party certify under oath?

In the complaint or other initiatory pleading Signup and view all the answers

What must every pleading contain, according to Rule 8?

A concise and direct statement of the ultimate facts Signup and view all the answers

What happens if one of the alternative statements of a claim or defense is insufficient?

The pleading is still valid as long as one alternative statement is sufficient Signup and view all the answers

What must be clearly and concisely stated in a defense based on law?

The pertinent provisions of the law and their applicability Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Rule 7, Section 5?

To outline the rules for certifying under oath Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an oath in a pleading?

To ensure the party is telling the truth Signup and view all the answers