What are metadata, and what danger do they pose?

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Metadata are data about data. They are data about a computer document that are hidden within the document itself, e.g., earlier versions of the document. When you send someone a document, the metadata could contain confidential information that should not be disclosed.

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

1. The personal representative’s actual duties are necessarily broad, so they can carry out their duties. 2. Obtaining a taxpayer ID number for an estate is one of the duties of a personal representative. 3. Paralegals are not allowed to assist the personal representative because it is considered giving legal advice. 4. A bond, supplied by the personal representative, is an amount of money used as an insurance policy that if the personal representative breaches their duties, the bond will pay for the damages. 5. In order for the personal representative to be held personally liable for the losses, a breach of duty must be found.

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In preparing for trial, an attorney must develop the theory of the case. This means determining:

A. The client's legal position and required relief. B. What vindication the client is seeking. C. Whether the case will need to go to trial. D. Which venue will be best for the client.

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Someone who is not a party to a contract, but is benefited by a performance in the contract is called a(n):

a. third-party beneficiary b. incidental beneficiary c. non-party claimant d. beneficiary

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?Which is NOT a way that the paralegal assists the personal representative?

A. ?Petitioning for probate when no will exists B. ?Arranging for publication of the Notice of Order for Hearing and Affidavit of Mailing Notice to all interested persons C. ?Identifying and reviewing objections and arranging for the appearance of witnesses D. ?Mailing a notice of rights to the spouse and minor children

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