Chapter 1 - Fundamentals Of Law Flashcards
What is the only remedy at common law
Damages
What government has exclusive authority to pas legislation dealing with matters which involve: . Banking . Bankruptcy . Currency . Postal services . Marriage and divorce . Criminal matters . Patents . Copyright . Shipping . National Defence
Federal Government
What are the two major categories into which different areas of law fall
Civil and Public
What is classified under Civil Law?
Breach of contract
Divorce
Tort action
What are classified as Public law?
Tax law, constitutional law, criminal law
What cases due small claims courts over see
. $35000,00 and less
. The person being sued lives or carries on business there
What is the top trial court in BC?
Supreme Court
Where are appeals from small claims held?
Supreme Court
Where is an appeal from BC Supreme Court held?
BC court of Appeal
An appeal from BC Supreme Court is held where?
BC court of appeal
How many judges hear an appeal in the BC Supreme Court of a appeal?
3 or 5 judges. No evidence is reheard.
An appeal from the BC court of appeal is held where?
Supreme Court of Canada - highest level of appeal court.
How many judges hear an appeal in the Supreme Court of Canada
5-9
Who pays the court fees?
The unsuccessful party
What’s the difference between arbitration and mediation?
Mediation both parties decide on a solution lower than the original suite. Arbitration someone decides for you
