Why would a defendant want to discount a plaintiff's award to its present value?

What will be an ideal response?


Discounting an award prevents the plaintiff from realizing an unwarranted windfall and reduces losses to the defendant.

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?Describe the provisions of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Under what circumstances may an employee take a leave? What are the remedies for violations of the FMLA?

What will be an ideal response?

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A lien that is placed on a judgment is called a(n) ____________________ lien.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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________ income is derived from investment rather than labor

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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The Code requires any attorney representing a debtor in a case under the Bankruptcy Code to file with the court a statement of the compensation paid or agreed to be paid for services connected with the bankruptcy case and the source of the compensation. This statement must be completed regardless of whether the attorney applies to the court for compensation.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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