Define criminal punishment.

What will be an ideal response?


Criminal punishment is a way of punishing a person for committing some offense against society. Criminal punishment has two purposes - to seek revenge for the wrong act committed and to serve as a deterrent to future crimes.

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While working on a contract between a client and his supplier, a paralegal discovers that the client has previously been treated for severe depression and paranoia. The paralegal is concerned that this will affect the client's ability to appreciate and understand the contract he is preparing. What should the paralegal do?

A) Inform the client that he needs psychological testing before the contract is signed. B) Tell the suppliers about the possibility that the clients' condition may affect the enforceability of the agreement. C) Nothing - the client's mental condition is his business and no one else's. D) Notify the attorney that the client may have an issue relating to legal capacity.

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Kevin has been accused of patent infringement and has asserted an invalidity defense. What does this mean? Discuss fully.

What will be an ideal response?

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Explain medical utilization initiatives, and how they relate to effective use of current medical treatments and tracking medical costs.

What will be an ideal response?

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What are two differences between an action in trespass and a trespass on the case?

What will be an ideal response?

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