Legal Philosophy Quotes Quiz

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What would be Derek's best option to ensure that Tony comes to trial as a witness?

Demur Tony

Sequester Tony

Summon Tony

Subpoena Tony (correct)

If you believe your opponent has no case on the facts and the law entitles you to a verdict in your favor, what should you do?

File an Appeal

File a motion for a summary judgment (correct)

File a motion to dismiss

Have a jury trial

When is a motion for summary judgment generally made?

Based primarily on circumstantial evidence

The same as a motion to dismiss

At the close of the plaintiff's trial presentation or at the end of the defendant's case (correct)

Seeks a pretrial decision on the merits of a case

What does a Summons do in legal proceedings?

Notify a defendant about a lawsuit Signup and view all the answers

What does a motion require in legal proceedings?

Facts stipulation by the parties Signup and view all the answers

What concept is Jenna presenting in her argument against banning automatic rifles?

Slippery Slope Signup and view all the answers

Which philosophical principle aligns with the statement, 'Laws should be focused on the greatest good for the greatest number'?

Utilitarianism Signup and view all the answers

In the context of market failures and law enforcement, which structural forces may limit the law's ability to remedy failures?

Political ideologies Signup and view all the answers

What fundamental belief does the statement, 'Law distinguishes between things just and unjust' reflect?

Natural law theory Signup and view all the answers

What key element is reflected in the statement, 'Lawmakers should apply the basic principle that people are inherently reasonable in nature'?

Rule of law Signup and view all the answers

Which type of argument is exemplified by Jenna's rationale regarding the prohibition of automatic rifles?

False Dilemma Signup and view all the answers

In the scenario with Hannah and Jeremiah, which philosophy or approach does Hannah represent?

Natural law Signup and view all the answers

In the scenario with Hannah and Jeremiah, which philosophy or approach does Jeremiah represent?

The functional approach Signup and view all the answers

What type of argument does Carol use to convince Debby not to quit piano lessons?

Slippery Slope Argument Signup and view all the answers

Which is less likely to be a disadvantage of the Inquisitorial System compared to other systems?

Inefficient trials Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario involves a discussion about breaking the law and running a red light?

Hannah and Jeremiah's scenario Signup and view all the answers

Which philosophy or approach values the outcome that brings the most overall happiness or well-being?

Utilitarianism Signup and view all the answers

What would a staunch positivist judge most likely say about the defendants' conduct?

Murder, according to laws, is illegal. Signup and view all the answers

Can Judge Greene appoint a special master for work on pre-trial, trial, and post-trial work?

Yes, because of Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 53. Signup and view all the answers

What is Tracey's profession?

She is a door-to-door saleswoman for a cooking knife distributor. Signup and view all the answers

What does Tracey's employer often do when she gets speeding tickets?

Her employer pays the tickets as a business expense. Signup and view all the answers

What might Tracey's tendency to get speeding tickets imply about her driving habits?

She drives recklessly endangering others on the road. Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the judge in Gainesville, Florida based on the text?

The judge adheres to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 53. Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario describes a disadvantage of the adversarial system?

C) Attorney Camila is drafting a will for her client, Sandy. Sandy has pushed back on Camila on various provisions in the will and has NOT made the representation easy. Signup and view all the answers

Which situation reflects an imbalance of power in legal proceedings?

B) Reginald is a corporate shareholder of a large business and has adequate assets to fund his defense against Ross, a consumer who is unsure of the legal process and does NOT have great assets for an attorney. Signup and view all the answers

Which action exemplifies a conflict of interest in legal proceedings?

D) Justice Planters was reviewing the record from the court below and noticed he was related to one of the class action plaintiffs. He failed to recuse himself from the case. Signup and view all the answers

Which situation demonstrates a proactive approach by a judicial officer in legal proceedings?

D) The judicial officer assigned to the case searched out and recorded the important facts for the parties involved. The parties and lawyers involved did NOT have to conduct fact-finding. Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario highlights challenges clients may present in legal processes?