Sample exam II Flashcards
1
Q
In order to recover damages in a lawsuit, a party will have to prove:
A
Causation
Extent of loss proven
Loss of opportunity
Profits difficult to recover
2
Q
What are requirements for a valid acceptance of an offer?
A
No new terms
Time sensitivity
Proper communication
3
Q
What are the advantages of precedent system?
A
Predictability / consistency
Encourages settlement b/c parties understand how judge will rule
4
Q
What reasons do people give against precedent system?
A
Some courts don’t follow precedent, so why have them
Too rigid and unresponsive to current changes
5
Q
What evidence is usually employed in a construction trial?
A
Documents
Witnesses
Videotape / Photos
Physical evidence
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