Describe how a civil case is commenced and how it proceeds through the court system. Be sure to use appropriate terminology in describing the various stages of a lawsuit


The three stages in a lawsuit are: (1) the pleading stage; (2) the pre-trial stage; and (3) the trial. There may also be an appeal after the trial. Key terms that should be discussed include: pleadings, complaint, summons, answer, reply, default judgment, demurrer, judgment on the pleadings, discovery, pretrial conference, summary judgment, voir dire, challenges for cause and peremptory challenges, opening statement, direct examination, cross-examination, offer of proof, directed verdict, closing arguments, jury instructions, verdict, special verdict, motion for a new trial, and appeal.

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Required payroll deductions include pension and health contributions, union dues, and charitable giving. 

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

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________________ focuses on the strengths, virtues, vitality, and resilience of individuals and organizations.

a. High-involvement management b. Leadership c. Positive organizational behavior d. Ethical organizational behavior

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Dazzle, Inc. produces beads for jewelry making use. The following information summarizes production operations for June. The journal entry to record June production activities for goods transferred from production to finished goods is:    Direct materials used$87,000 Direct labor used 160,000 Predetermined overhead rate (based on direct labor) 155%Goods transferred to finished goods 432,000 Cost of goods sold 444,000 Credit sales 810,000 

A. Debit Work in Process Inventory $444,000; credit Finished Goods Inventory $444,000. B. Debit Finished Goods Inventory $432,000; credit Work in Process Inventory $432,000. C. Debit Work in Process Inventory $432,000; credit Cash $432,000. D. Debit Work in Process Inventory $432,000; credit Finished Goods Inventory $432,000. E. Debit Finished Goods Inventory $444,000; credit Work in Process Inventory $444,000.

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