Sources of American Law/Constitutional Law

Which type of damages aims to compensate the injured party for direct losses suffered as a result of a breach of contract?

Which legal principle requires that contracts for the sale of land be in writing to be enforceable?

Why is a life insurance policy typically categorized as a third-party beneficiary contract?

Two major tech companies agree that one will only operate in North America, while the other focuses on Europe. What violation is this?

A company consistently promotes men over equally or more qualified women. What law is this violating?

A distracted driver speeds through a residential area, hitting a child on a bicycle. What tort is this an example of?

An anonymous user posts false information, causing harm to someone's reputation. What tort is this an example of?

A company makes safe cars in every way, but one car has a faulty gas tank. What tort is this most likely?

A court establishes a rule that all dog owners must keep their pets on a leash in public areas. What kind of law is this an example of?

In which scenario does an appellate court primarily engage?

A local ordinance prohibits the distribution of leaflets on public streets. An advocacy group believes this violates their freedom of speech. What constitutional principle is MOST relevant to their challenge?

A state court is hearing a case about a new internet privacy law. The Supreme Court has previously ruled on a similar case involving privacy rights in the context of telephone conversations. How would the state court MOST likely use the Supreme Court's decision?

A company headquartered in Texas wishes to sue a customer residing in California for $50,000 due to breach of contract. Where can the company MOST likely file the lawsuit?

During the discovery phase of a lawsuit, one party requests that the other party provide all documents related to the case. This request is an example of:

Sarah promises to pay her son $1,000 if he graduates from college. He graduates. Is Sarah legally obligated to pay him the money?

A 16-year-old signs a contract to purchase a car. A week later, the 16-year-old decides they no longer want the car. What is the MOST likely outcome?

A software developer enters into a contract to deliver a customized program to a company by a specific date. The developer delivers the program, but it contains several minor bugs that do not significantly affect its functionality. What type of performance has the software developer MOST likely provided?

A homeowner contracts with a construction company to build an addition to their house. Halfway through the project, the construction company stops working, stating that they've run out of money and cannot complete the job. What is the homeowner MOST likely entitled to?

A contract requires Party A to provide consulting services, but Party A's professional license is revoked before the services begin. What legal concept BEST describes this situation concerning fulfillment of the contractual obligations?

An author signs a contract with a publisher to write a book. The contract includes a clause stating that if the author fails to deliver the manuscript by the agreed-upon date, they will pay the publisher $10,000. This is an example of:

What is the primary difference between Civil Law and Common Law systems?

Which of the following best describes the principle of Stare Decisis?

What is the role of the U.S. Constitution in American law?

Which amendment provides protection against self-incrimination?

Which of the following is the standard of proof required in a criminal case?

What type of jurisdiction allows a court to hear a case based on the location of the defendant?

Which of the following is a requirement for a contract to be valid?

Which type of contract is formed when one party makes a promise in exchange for an act?

What is a "material breach" of contract?

What is a key feature of deontological ethics in business?

Which act regulates antitrust violations, such as price-fixing between competing companies?

Which of the following is an example of a strict liability tort?

Which tort involves intentionally harming someone’s reputation through false statements?

In which type of business organization do all partners share equal responsibility for the management and debts of the business?

What does "piercing the corporate veil" refer to?

What does the "Perfect Tender Rule" in sales contracts under the UCC state?

Which type of warranty guarantees that goods will be fit for the buyer’s intended use?

What is the primary source of American law?

What role does the Supremacy Clause play in American law?

Which of the following is an example of a negative liberty?

What does "subject matter jurisdiction" refer to?

If a case is appealed, what does the appellate court primarily review?

What is "venue" in the context of the legal system?

What is "consideration" in contract law?

What does the "parol evidence rule" state?

What is the outcome if a contract involves a minor?

Which of the following is an example of "specific performance" as a remedy?

What is the main purpose of administrative agencies?

Which of the following is an example of discrimination prohibited under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act?

What is the legal term for intentionally causing harmful or offensive physical contact with another person?

What is the primary difference between negligence and strict liability?

In which of the following situations would "comparative fault" likely apply?

Which of the following is true about a corporation?

What is the main advantage of a limited partnership over a general partnership?

Under the UCC, which of the following warranties guarantees that goods are fit for the buyer's intended purpose?

Which of the following allows the buyer to cancel an agreement and recover damages under the UCC?

If a seller provides a warranty that the goods are of a certain quality, this is an example of which type of warranty?