30 Questions
Which of the following is a key characteristic of the Traditional (Customary) Law Family?
The judges are often tribal chiefs or elders.
Which legal family is described as combining different characteristics from various legal traditions?
The Mixed Legal Family
What is the primary difference between Private Law and Public Law?
Private Law regulates relationships between private parties, while Public Law regulates relationships between public parties.
Which of the following is an example of a field of Private Law?
Contract law
What is the primary characteristic of National Law?
It is produced at the level of a specific country and is national in nature.
In the context of the text, what is the key distinction between Private Law and Public Law?
Private Law regulates relationships between private parties, while Public Law regulates relationships between public parties.
What is the distinguishing feature of negligence or unintentional torts?
Intent to cause harm
Which type of liability imposes liability without the need to prove fault?
Product Liability
What is the main purpose of punitive damages in legal systems like that of the United States?
To recover actual damages
In which type of legal system are punitive damages used to deter misconduct?
Religious Law Countries
Which remedy for breach of contract is favored in Dutch law and other civil law countries?
Punitive Damages
What is a prominent feature in the court practice of the Netherlands related to breach of contract?
Right to demand punitive damages
What is the significance of the Bangladesh Accord in relation to labour standards?
It highlights global disparities in labour standards and enforcement.
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a source of EU labour law in the text?
Judicial precedents from the US
In the EU, what significantly influences labour law according to the text?
Case law of the European Court of Justice
What do Dutch law and tax authorities use to differentiate between employment and civil contracts?
Duration of agreement and level of remuneration
What is a crucial role that collective labour agreements play according to the text?
Establishing key employment conditions
Why is the nature of a contract considered crucial in determining a labour relationship according to the text?
Labour law applies when a labour relationship exists, typically shown by a labour contract.
What is the primary purpose of Article 6:162 in Dutch law?
To establish strict liability rules for tortfeasors
What is an example of strict liability under Dutch law?
Liability for defective products produced by a manufacturer
What is typically required for regular commercial activities under Dutch law?
Registering the business as a legal entity
What are some advantages of legally registering a business in the Netherlands?
The ability to use a business name and apply business taxation rules
How can commercial activities be conducted under Dutch law?
Either as a natural person or through a legal person created by law
What is the primary difference between natural persons and legal persons under Dutch law?
Natural persons have default rights and obligations, while legal persons require laws to grant them legal personality
What plays a significant role in applying laws related to company registration in the Netherlands?
Dutch Tax Service and Netherlands Chamber of Commerce
Which legal principles are considered important in Dutch law?
Due care and fairness
What had a significant influence on Dutch private and business law during the late 18th and early 19th centuries?
Roman law and the French Civil Code
According to the hierarchy of legal acts in the Netherlands, what holds the highest position?
International treaties ratified by the Netherlands
In cases of conflicting rules at the same level of hierarchy in Dutch law, what takes priority?
More specific laws
What is a primary source of Dutch private law, offering parties flexibility in managing their private relationships?
Dutch Civil Code (Burgerlijk Wet)
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