Polly, a paralegal, was asked by her supervising attorney to find the law in their jurisdiction on whether contributory negligence is a valid defense. Recognizing this as an issue involving tort law, where is Polly most likely to find this law?
a. In a reporter because it is case law.
b. In a code because it is statutory law.
c. In a constitution because it is constitutional law.
d. In a code because it is an administrative regulation.
a
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Match each numbered entry with the most relevant lettered entry below.
A. mothers are better suited to raise young children B. has a substantial and continuing relationship with a child C. inappropriate behavior D. right to make the major child-rearing decisions E. transfer rights F. collection or seizure of property G. device for an alternate payee to reach a pension H. both sides are not in court I. interstate collection of child support J. looking for a court that will give a favorable ruling
In a majority opinion, the term for the basis of the decision is which of the following??
A. ?Dictum B. ?Holding C. ?Ejusdem generis D. ?E Pluribus Unum
A local newspaper reporter calls to inquire whether your attorney is representing a person charged with misappropriating funds in connection with a recent charitable fund raising project. How do you answer the question?
A. Tell him your attorney is representing the client but that you cannot give him any information. B. Tell him your attorney is representing the client but that the plan of defense has not yet been determined. C. Tell him your attorney is not representing the person. D. Tell him you are not ethically permitted to give out any information about clients past or present.
An easement that does not benefit a particular parcel of land is known as an easement in gross.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)