Legal Terminology Quiz: Lawsuits and Judgments

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What is the main reason why the neighbor hates Hugo?

Because Hugo reported him to the police

Because Hugo damaged his car

Because Hugo stole his prized baseball (correct)

Because Hugo asked for the baseball

Why is Hugo being prosecuted by the state?

For trespassing

For damaging property

For theft of a baseball (correct)

For stealing a car

What would be a valid reason for Hugo to assert that his Miranda rights were violated?

Because Miranda was not triggered (correct)

Because Officer Ortiz asked a question

Because Officer Ortiz advised Hugo of his right to remain silent

Because Officer Ortiz stopped Hugo's car

What is the main characteristic of China, France, and Japan's form of government?

Centralized with all power concentrated in the national government Signup and view all the answers

Which action by Lower court Judge Beryl Boomer would undermine legal precedents?

Using her personal judgment to form a new legal precedent Signup and view all the answers

What does the doctrine of precedent require judges to do?

Apply the law from higher courts in the same jurisdiction Signup and view all the answers

What does stare decisis aim to maintain?

Consistency in court rulings Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Supreme Court overturning the separate but equal doctrine in Brown v. Board of Education?

It permitted racial integration in public schools Signup and view all the answers

What aids a common law judge in determining the law to apply in a case?

Ratio decidendi Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of substantive law?

The law of Torts Signup and view all the answers

In the judicial context, what does Stare Decisis primarily refer to?

Judges are bound by previous court decisions Signup and view all the answers

If the defendant fails to file an answer within the time required, what may the judge issue in favor of the plaintiff?

Default judgment Signup and view all the answers

When a case is dismissed without prejudice, who is precluded from asserting the same claim in another case?

Defendant Signup and view all the answers

What is the best method for Joseph K. to ensure that Albert be a witness at the trial?

Have the court issue a subpoena to Albert Signup and view all the answers

Derek believes Tony would be an excellent witness in his harassment lawsuit. What should Derek do to ensure Tony's testimony?

Have the court issue a subpoena to Tony Signup and view all the answers

In the first scenario, Hannah is a proponent of , while Jeremiah is a proponent of .

natural law; law and economics Signup and view all the answers

In the second scenario, Carol uses a(n) _________ when trying to convince Debby not to quit piano lessons.

Slippery Slope Argument Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios involves a decision where taking a risk is considered important for safety?

Suzy deciding to break the law and run a red light. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the text, which approach involves considering the consequences to determine the right action?

Utilitarianism Signup and view all the answers

Which system is less likely to have disadvantages compared to the other main system?

Inquisitorial System Signup and view all the answers

In Carol's argument, what is the potential negative outcome added at each step in an attempt to dissuade Debby from quitting piano lessons?

Homelessness Signup and view all the answers

Who did Satchel put in charge of purchasing lumber from his regular supplier, Ace?

Adam Signup and view all the answers

Why did Satchel inform Ace of Adam's new role as the person in charge of purchasing lumber?

To make Ace aware of the change in purchasing authority Signup and view all the answers

How did Satchel handle Adam's misuse of company funds?

He did nothing Signup and view all the answers

What action did Satchel take after demoting Adam and learning about Adam's attempt to buy lumber for his porch?

He placed an ad about Emiliano handling all purchases Signup and view all the answers

Why did Adam decide to use Satchel's account with Ace to buy lumber for his porch?

As revenge for his demotion Signup and view all the answers

Did Adam have the authority to bind Satchel to the purchase of lumber for his porch?

No, because it was for personal use and not part of the company's business Signup and view all the answers

Legal Terminology Quiz: Lawsuits and Judgments

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Questions and Answers

What is the main reason why the neighbor hates Hugo?

Why is Hugo being prosecuted by the state?

What would be a valid reason for Hugo to assert that his Miranda rights were violated?

What is the main characteristic of China, France, and Japan's form of government?

Which action by Lower court Judge Beryl Boomer would undermine legal precedents?

What does the doctrine of precedent require judges to do?

What does stare decisis aim to maintain?

What is the significance of the Supreme Court overturning the separate but equal doctrine in Brown v. Board of Education?

What aids a common law judge in determining the law to apply in a case?

Which of the following is an example of substantive law?

In the judicial context, what does Stare Decisis primarily refer to?

If the defendant fails to file an answer within the time required, what may the judge issue in favor of the plaintiff?

When a case is dismissed without prejudice, who is precluded from asserting the same claim in another case?

What is the best method for Joseph K. to ensure that Albert be a witness at the trial?

Derek believes Tony would be an excellent witness in his harassment lawsuit. What should Derek do to ensure Tony's testimony?

In the first scenario, Hannah is a proponent of , while Jeremiah is a proponent of .

In the second scenario, Carol uses a(n) _________ when trying to convince Debby not to quit piano lessons.

Which of the following scenarios involves a decision where taking a risk is considered important for safety?

In the context of the text, which approach involves considering the consequences to determine the right action?

Which system is less likely to have disadvantages compared to the other main system?

In Carol's argument, what is the potential negative outcome added at each step in an attempt to dissuade Debby from quitting piano lessons?

Who did Satchel put in charge of purchasing lumber from his regular supplier, Ace?

Why did Satchel inform Ace of Adam's new role as the person in charge of purchasing lumber?

How did Satchel handle Adam's misuse of company funds?

What action did Satchel take after demoting Adam and learning about Adam's attempt to buy lumber for his porch?

Why did Adam decide to use Satchel's account with Ace to buy lumber for his porch?

Did Adam have the authority to bind Satchel to the purchase of lumber for his porch?

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Questions and Answers

What is the main reason why the neighbor hates Hugo?

Why is Hugo being prosecuted by the state?

What would be a valid reason for Hugo to assert that his Miranda rights were violated?

What is the main characteristic of China, France, and Japan's form of government?

Which action by Lower court Judge Beryl Boomer would undermine legal precedents?

What does the doctrine of precedent require judges to do?

What does stare decisis aim to maintain?

What is the significance of the Supreme Court overturning the separate but equal doctrine in Brown v. Board of Education?

What aids a common law judge in determining the law to apply in a case?

Which of the following is an example of substantive law?

In the judicial context, what does Stare Decisis primarily refer to?

If the defendant fails to file an answer within the time required, what may the judge issue in favor of the plaintiff?

When a case is dismissed without prejudice, who is precluded from asserting the same claim in another case?

What is the best method for Joseph K. to ensure that Albert be a witness at the trial?

Derek believes Tony would be an excellent witness in his harassment lawsuit. What should Derek do to ensure Tony's testimony?

In the first scenario, Hannah is a proponent of ______________, while Jeremiah is a proponent of ______________.

In the second scenario, Carol uses a(n) _________ when trying to convince Debby not to quit piano lessons.

Which of the following scenarios involves a decision where taking a risk is considered important for safety?

In the context of the text, which approach involves considering the consequences to determine the right action?

Which system is less likely to have disadvantages compared to the other main system?

In Carol's argument, what is the potential negative outcome added at each step in an attempt to dissuade Debby from quitting piano lessons?

Who did Satchel put in charge of purchasing lumber from his regular supplier, Ace?

Why did Satchel inform Ace of Adam's new role as the person in charge of purchasing lumber?

How did Satchel handle Adam's misuse of company funds?

What action did Satchel take after demoting Adam and learning about Adam's attempt to buy lumber for his porch?

Why did Adam decide to use Satchel's account with Ace to buy lumber for his porch?

Did Adam have the authority to bind Satchel to the purchase of lumber for his porch?

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In the first scenario, Hannah is a proponent of , while Jeremiah is a proponent of .