Define equity

What will be an ideal response?


In cases where the judge determines that common law rule would achieve a highly unjust result, the court can attempt to achieve a fair result under the principles of equity.

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Explain and give examples of two categories of negotiable instruments

What will be an ideal response?

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Paralegal Melissa and a client are preparing answers to interrogatories in Melissa's office. The telephone rings, and Melissa answers it. During the conversation, she says, "I am so sorry to hear that you have AIDS, Mr. Thomas. I will give this

information to attorney Chase and ask him to call you about revising your will." Melissa hangs up the telephone and resumes work with the client. The client begins asking questions about Mr. Thomas's identity, because the client thinks that he knows Mr. Thomas. This is an example of: a. A breach of the rule of client confidentiality b. The client consenting to disclosure of confidential information c. An impliedly authorized disclosure of confidential client information d. A violation of the duty of competence

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The most basic right of the riparian owner is the right to continued flow of the water

A. True B. False

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Respondeat superior means:

A) Listen to your boss. B) Take heed to the employer. C) Note what management says. D) Let the master answer.

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