remedies revision

Question 1

principle of fairness

Answer 1

(about the process) people should be treated fairly/impartially by the law in civil disputes, there should be a fair hearing and process

Question 2

principle of equality

Answer 2

(about the outcome) no person/group should get a better or worse outcome because of personal attributes or characteristics. vulnerable people should not be disadvantaged by the legal system.

Question 3

principle of access

Answer 3

people should understand their legal rights, have access to legal institutions and be able to pursue their case

Question 4

benefits of VCAT

Answer 4

• low cost
• timely and efficient
• more accessible/informal
• disputes resolved by expert personnel

Question 5

divisions of VCAT

Answer 5

• administrative division
• civil division
• human rights division
• residential tenancies division
• planning and environment division

Question 6

what does CAV deal with?

Answer 6

consumer affairs // disputes between consumers and traders, and tenants and landlords

Question 7

role of the courts in resolving civil disputes?

Answer 7

determining liability of a party and deciding a remedy (if needed)

Question 8

magistrates court original jurisdiction

Answer 8

hears and settles minor civil disputes no more than $10,000