Dispute Resolution

Question 1

Fundamental areas of law

Answer 1

Alternative dispute resolution
Structure of court systems
Civil lawsuits

Question 2

Litigator

Answer 2

Lawyer who handles court cases

Question 3

Litigation

Answer 3

Lawsuits/going to trial

Question 4

Alternative dispute resolution

Answer 4

Negotiation
Mediation
Arbitration

Question 5

Arbitration

Answer 5

Third party with power to impose awards

Question 6

Discovery

Answer 6

Allows parties to obtain, before trial, opponents evidence

Question 7

Trial courts

Answer 7

Determine facts of s dispute and apply law to the facts given by appeal ate court decisions

Question 8

Appellate courts

Answer 8

Three judges decide on written and oral arguments

Question 9

Federal question cases

Answer 9

A claim based on the constitution, a federal statute, or a federal treaty

Question 10

Diversity jurisdiction

Answer 10

When plaintiff and defendant are from different states and the dispute exceeds 75k

Question 11

Disposition

Answer 11

Chance for cross examination

Question 12

Camera inspection

Answer 12

Judge reviews evidence alone and determines if other party needs to see it to protect privacy

Question 13

Appeals court options

Answer 13

Affirm
Modify
Reverse
Remand - new trial