Give two reasons that justify holding manufacturers strictly liable for defects in their products.

What will be an ideal response?


a. They are in the best position to "avoid" defective products.b. They have the financial resources to correct any defects that are found.

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During a preliminary hearing, the prosecutor asks for testimony that is clearly hearsay. The defense attorney objects. What will result?

a. The testimony will be admitted because the evidentiary rules are much more relaxed at preliminary hearings. b. The testimony will be excluded because the evidentiary rules are higher than at trial. c. The testimony will be admitted because hearsay is always admissible. d. The testimony will be excluded because the prosecutor is not permitted to ask such a question in the first place.

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Rhonda Robertson has taken a job with the law office that represents Silicon Valley Computers, Inc., which is suing Computers, Inc., her former employer, in a breach of contract case. Will Rhonda lose her job?

a. Yes, because it would violate the conflict of interest rules to allow Rhonda to work there b. No, because it is not a violation of the ethical rules c. Yes, because there is an issue conflict d. No, if walling-off procedures are used

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

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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