Legal Relief from Judgments Quiz
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What is the primary consideration for admissibility of evidence according to the text?

  • Hearsay
  • Prejudice
  • Relevance (correct)
  • Confusion
  • In what scenario can gruesome evidence be introduced by the opposing party?

  • If it is prejudicial
  • If it surprises the jury
  • If it is relevant to the facts in controversy (correct)
  • If it is inflammatory
  • What objection can be raised to keep relevant evidence out according to the text?

  • Legal conclusion
  • Argumentative
  • Speculation
  • Lack of foundation (correct)
  • What is the rule regarding asking a witness to make a legal conclusion?

    <p>It is never allowed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best way to seek relief from a judgment?

    <p>Petitioning for a new trial with the verdict set aside or reversed without the possibility of a new trial</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can a Motion for New Trial be filed?

    <p>If the jury verdict is too high</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key criterion for granting a Summary Judgment?

    <p>Presence of genuine dispute of material facts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is synonymous with 'personal jurisdiction'?

    <p>Minimum contacts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can a judge enter a default judgment without requiring any notice?

    <p>If the defendant is not mentally disabled or a minor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What situation would lead to a case being dismissed with prejudice?

    <p>When the defendant voluntarily dismisses the case for the second time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following grounds could lead to a motion for relief being granted even after the deadline?

    <p>Mistake or error in the facts of the case.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what situation can a judgment be considered void?

    <p>When the court lacked subject matter jurisdiction (SMJ).</p> Signup and view all the answers

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