In some states, assumption of risk is distinguished from contributory negligence in that one who acts with adventurousness is said to have _________________________, while one who acts carelessly is said to have ______________________________. Furthermore, under assumption of risk, a(n) ____________________ standard is used to evaluate the plaintiff's conduct, while under contributory negligence, a(n) ____________________ standard is used.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
assumed the risk, contributed to his or her negligence, subjective, objective
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A decision by a jury to ignore the law or the judge’s instructions when deliberating is called _______________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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An omission can occur only when a person has a _________ to do something.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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The first computer systems in the courts were used for indexing documents such as wills and deeds
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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How has the increase in the number of women in the workforce affected courts’ decisions on alimony, child support, and custody?
What will be an ideal response?
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