Review Questions Flashcards
Jane and Ed were involved in a fender bender. They tried to resolve their dispute but were unsuccessful.
Jane decided to sue for injuries sustained in the accident
To initiate the lawsuit, what must she do?
She must file a complaint
Lenny is a new lawyer for the firm of chase and wall. He is preparing discovery on his first case.
Lenny describes that he wants to question the other party in person. This type of discovery can be accomplished through which form?
Deposition
- Benitate, a personal injury attorney, represents Clara, who was injured in a car accident.
When Benita is questioning Clara, she asks the following: “isn’t it true you were seriously injured in this accident?” The defense attorney objects. Was this question proper?
No, this question was not proper.
Leading question vs open ended questions
- Maple and Melissa were neighbors.
Melissa sued maple for refusing to cut down trees on her property that blocked Melissa’s view of the ocean.
The parties opted for a form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR). The decision was in Maple’s favor. What kind of ADr did they select?
Arbitration
The civil code of procedure is an example of which source of law?
Statues
What are punitive damages? When will they be awarded?
Retribution
