Legal Terminology Quiz

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What is the term commonly used to mean 'to be held responsible for'?

  • Guardian
  • Affidavit
  • Defendant
  • Liability (correct)

In a negligence action, what is the first pleading filed by the plaintiff's attorney called?

  • Statutory law
  • Complaint (correct)
  • Precedent
  • Iatrogenic injury

Which term refers to the court-appointed protector for an individual incapable of making their own decisions?

  • Larceny
  • Common law
  • Guardian (correct)
  • Federal law

What does 'iatrogenic injury' refer to?

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Who is referred to as the person accused of a crime in criminal cases?

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What do statutory laws derive from?

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