Why does the American legal system have its historical roots in the common law of England?

What will be an ideal response?


The American legal system has its roots in England because the original settlers were primarily from England. The state of Louisiana, on the other hand, had a different settlement history and is based upon the French Civil Code.

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Which of the following is not an example of confinement, an element of false imprisonment? 

A. Locking the victim in a room with one door and no windows.  B. Placing armed guards outside the victim’s apartment while the victim is asleep.  C. Posting a sign outside a store’s shoplifter detention area reading, “WARNING! ATTACK DOGS AWAIT OUTSIDE THIS ROOM!”  D. Placing the victim in the back seat of an automobile, with all doors unlocked, driving at 75 mph on the interstate. 

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Genuineness of assent may be lacking due to which of the following?

A. A mistake B. Fraudulent misrepresentation C. Undue influence D. Duress E. ?All of these choices are correct.

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What is the name of the federal law found in sections in title 9 of the United States Code that recognizes the enforceability of arbitration agreements in cases dealing with maritime and interstate commerce?

a. Uniform Arbitration Act b. Federal Arbitration Act c. Federal Alternative Dispute Resolution Act d. Federal Mediation Act

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?During the summer, 16-year-old Sabrina purchased a convertible from A-1 Motors. Now that winter is approaching, she would like to disaffirm the contract. She may disaffirm the contract only after returning the convertible to the A-1 Motors.

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

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