Question 1

In Precise Paving Company's suit against Ride, Park n' Go, Inc., the jury returns a verdict in Precise Paving's favor. The company will most likely ask the court to​

Accepted Answer

After winning the verdict, Precise Paving is most likely to ask the court to enter a judgment in accordance with the verdict, which means that the court will formally declare and enforce the jury's decision.

Question 2

Madison files a complaint in a suit against Christopher, and he files an answer. The case may now be​

Accepted Answer

Now that both parties have filed their respective documents, the case can either be dismissed or settled through negotiations between the parties without the need for a trial.

Question 3

Gilbert wants to initiate a suit against Healthways Insurance Company by filing a complaint. The complaint should include​

Accepted Answer

A complaint must include a statement alleging the facts showing the court has jurisdiction, which is typically one of the first things included in the complaint. Option A is not necessary to include in the complaint as it would be presented during trial, not within the complaint. Option B is not required as it is the defendant's responsibility to assert a defense, not the plaintiff in the complaint. Option C is not appropriate as it is a motion made after both parties have made their pleadings.

Question 4

Mountain States Trucking wants to initiate a suit against Open Pit Mining Corporation by filing a complaint. The complaint should include a statement alleging the facts establishing​

Accepted Answer

The complaint should include a statement alleging the facts establishing Mountain's basis for relief, meaning the specific legal grounds on which Mountain is seeking relief from Open Pit. This is the essential element of a complaint and is required for a lawsuit to proceed. Options A, B, and C are not appropriate for inclusion in the complaint.

Question 5

Kent's witness Lois is not an expert in the matter about which she is being questioned. Lois can​

Accepted Answer

Since Lois is not an expert in the matter, she can only testify about what she personally observed. She cannot offer her opinion or conclusion about the evidence. Therefore, choice B is the best option.

Question 6

During the trial phase of Sof' Drink Corporation's suit against TimeOut Stores, Inc., their attorneys engage in voir dire. This is​

Accepted Answer

Voir dire is the process of selecting potential jurors for a trial. During this process, attorneys may question potential jurors to determine if they are impartial and suitable to serve on the jury. Therefore, the correct answer is D - the selection of jurors. Options A, B, and C refer to different aspects of a trial, but they do not accurately describe what occurs during voir dire.

Question 7

Lacey files a civil suit against Mischa. To succeed, Lacey must prove her case​

Accepted Answer

In a civil suit, the burden of proof is on the plaintiff (Lacey) to prove her case by a preponderance of the evidence, meaning that it is more likely than not that Mischa was at fault or liable for the claimed damages. Beyond a reasonable doubt is the higher standard of proof used in criminal cases. A scintilla of evidence is a tiny amount of evidence that is not enough to prove a case. The attorney's opening statement is not evidence and does not determine the extent of proof needed to succeed in a civil case.

Question 8

In Research & Development Company's suit against Structural Engineers, Inc., Research & Development wants to introduce evidence that it claims is relevant. Relevant evidence is evidence that​

Accepted Answer

Relevant evidence is any evidence that tends to make a fact more or less probable than it would be without the evidence, which includes both proving and disproving a fact in question.

Question 9

Renewable Resources, Inc., files a suit against Sunrich Utility Company and seeks to examine certain documents in Sunrich's possession. A legitimate reason for this examination is that the documents contain​

Accepted Answer

The legitimate reason for examining certain documents in Sunrich's possession is that they contain information that is relevant to the case between Renewable Resources, Inc. and Sunrich Utility Company.

Question 10

Lyn files a suit against Karl. Karl denies Lyn's charges and sets forth his own claim that Lyn breached their contract and owes Karl money for the breach. Karl's claim is​

Accepted Answer

Karl's claim that Lyn breached their contract and owes him money is a counterclaim, as it is a claim made by the defendant against the plaintiff in response to the plaintiff's original claim. The other options (motion for judgment on the pleadings, motion for summary judgment, and motion to dismiss) do not apply in this scenario.

Question 11

​Sofia files a suit against Turista Airlines, Inc. Turista responds that it appears from the pleadings that the parties do not dispute the facts and the only question is how the law applies to those facts. Turista supports this response with witnesses' sworn statements. This is a

Accepted Answer

Turista is requesting a summary judgment, which is when the court decides the case based on the facts presented, without the need for a trial, because there is no dispute as to the material facts.

Question 12

In a suit by the National Forest Preservation Organization (NFPO) against Old Growth Logging, Inc., NFPO serves a written request for Old Growth to admit the truth of matters relating to the trial. Old Growth's admission in response is the equivalent of​

Accepted Answer

When a party serves a written request for admission, the responding party's admission is considered equivalent to a statement made in court. Therefore, the correct answer is A.

Question 13

To prepare for a trial between Fones, Inc., and G-Bytes Company, G-Bytes's attorney places Fones's chief executive officer (CEO) under oath. A court official makes a record of the attorney's questions and the CEO's answers. This is​

Accepted Answer

This is a description of a deposition, which is a pretrial discovery tool where a party's witness is placed under oath and asked questions by the opposing party's attorney. The answers are then recorded and may be used as evidence at trial.

Question 14

Gabrielle files a suit against Hard 'n Fast Adhesives, Inc. Hard 'n Fast responds that even if Gabrielle's statement of the facts is true, according to the law Hard n' Fast is not liable. This is​

Accepted Answer

A motion to dismiss is filed when a defendant argues that even if the facts presented by the plaintiff are true, there is no legal basis for a lawsuit.

Question 15

Destiny and Enzo engage in a business transaction. When a dispute arises, Destiny initiates a lawsuit against Enzo by filing a complaint. If Enzo files a motion to dismiss, he is asserting that​

Accepted Answer

If Enzo files a motion to dismiss, he is asserting that Destiny did not state a claim for which relief can be granted. This means that Enzo is arguing that Destiny's complaint did not allege sufficient facts that would entitle her to any legal remedy.

Question 16

Pietro files a suit against Qiana. If Qiana fails to respond,​

Accepted Answer

If Qiana fails to respond to the suit, a default judgment will be entered against her. This means that Pietro will win the case without having to prove his case in court because Qiana did not defend herself or present any evidence to challenge Pietro's claims.

Question 17

Daniel files a suit against Ava, alleging that she failed to pay him for two months' labor at her Choice Cheese Factory. Ava denies the charge and claims that Daniel breached their contract to produce a certain quantity of cheeses and owes Ava damages for the breach. Ava's claim is a​

Accepted Answer

Ava's claim against Daniel is a counterclaim, which is a claim that is made by the defendant against the plaintiff in response to the plaintiff's original claim. In this case, Ava is alleging that Daniel breached their contract and owes damages to her, which is a separate and distinct claim from Daniel's initial claim that Ava failed to pay him for his labor.

Question 18

Ballpark Sportsfield, Inc., files a suit against Concessions & Tailgate Services. The document that informs Concessions & Tailgate that it must file an answer within a specified time period is​

Accepted Answer

The document that informs a defendant that they are being sued and must file an answer within a specified time period is called a summons. Therefore, the correct choice is D- the summons. A) the answer is incorrect because the answer is filed by the defendant, not served on them. B) the complaint is the document filed by the plaintiff to initiate the lawsuit, not the document served on the defendant. C) the respondent is another term for the defendant, but it is not the document served on them.

Question 19

Bibi brings a lawsuit against Cocteau over an allegedly defective shipment of machine parts. During the trial, Bibi's attorney asks questions of Bibi's witness Drummond. This is​

Accepted Answer

This is a direct examination, as Bibi's own attorney is questioning their witness.

Answer A is incorrect because cross-examination occurs when the opposing party's attorney questions the witness.

Answer C is incorrect as voir dire refers to the process of questioning potential jurors to determine if they are suitable for the trial.

Answer D is incorrect as hearsay refers to a statement made outside of court being used as evidence in court.

Question 20

Sara brings a lawsuit against Tucci over a sale of 1,500 acres of ranchland. During the trial, Tucci's attorney asks questions of the plaintiff's witness Ulysses. This is​

Accepted Answer

A cross-examination is when an opposing party's attorney questions a witness during a trial. In this scenario, Tucci's attorney is questioning Sara's witness Ulysses. Therefore, the best answer is A) a cross-examination. Direct examination is when the plaintiff's attorney questions their own witness. Voir dire is the process of questioning potential jurors to determine if they are fit to serve on a jury. Hearsay is when a witness testifies to information they heard from someone else, rather than information they personally experienced or observed.

Quiz 3: Court Procedures

In Precise Paving Company's suit against Ride, Park n' Go, Inc., the jury returns a verdict in Precise Paving's favor. The company will most likely ask the court to​

Madison files a complaint in a suit against Christopher, and he files an answer. The case may now be​

Gilbert wants to initiate a suit against Healthways Insurance Company by filing a complaint. The complaint should include​

Mountain States Trucking wants to initiate a suit against Open Pit Mining Corporation by filing a complaint. The complaint should include a statement alleging the facts establishing​

Kent's witness Lois is not an expert in the matter about which she is being questioned. Lois can​

During the trial phase of Sof' Drink Corporation's suit against TimeOut Stores, Inc., their attorneys engage in voir dire. This is​

Lacey files a civil suit against Mischa. To succeed, Lacey must prove her case​

In Research & Development Company's suit against Structural Engineers, Inc., Research & Development wants to introduce evidence that it claims is relevant. Relevant evidence is evidence that​

Renewable Resources, Inc., files a suit against Sunrich Utility Company and seeks to examine certain documents in Sunrich's possession. A legitimate reason for this examination is that the documents contain​

Lyn files a suit against Karl. Karl denies Lyn's charges and sets forth his own claim that Lyn breached their contract and owes Karl money for the breach. Karl's claim is​

​Sofia files a suit against Turista Airlines, Inc. Turista responds that it appears from the pleadings that the parties do not dispute the facts and the only question is how the law applies to those facts. Turista supports this response with witnesses' sworn statements. This is a

In a suit by the National Forest Preservation Organization (NFPO) against Old Growth Logging, Inc., NFPO serves a written request for Old Growth to admit the truth of matters relating to the trial. Old Growth's admission in response is the equivalent of​

To prepare for a trial between Fones, Inc., and G-Bytes Company, G-Bytes's attorney places Fones's chief executive officer (CEO) under oath. A court official makes a record of the attorney's questions and the CEO's answers. This is​

Gabrielle files a suit against Hard 'n Fast Adhesives, Inc. Hard 'n Fast responds that even if Gabrielle's statement of the facts is true, according to the law Hard n' Fast is not liable. This is​

Destiny and Enzo engage in a business transaction. When a dispute arises, Destiny initiates a lawsuit against Enzo by filing a complaint. If Enzo files a motion to dismiss, he is asserting that​

Pietro files a suit against Qiana. If Qiana fails to respond,​

Daniel files a suit against Ava, alleging that she failed to pay him for two months' labor at her Choice Cheese Factory. Ava denies the charge and claims that Daniel breached their contract to produce a certain quantity of cheeses and owes Ava damages for the breach. Ava's claim is a​

Ballpark Sportsfield, Inc., files a suit against Concessions & Tailgate Services. The document that informs Concessions & Tailgate that it must file an answer within a specified time period is​

Bibi brings a lawsuit against Cocteau over an allegedly defective shipment of machine parts. During the trial, Bibi's attorney asks questions of Bibi's witness Drummond. This is​

Sara brings a lawsuit against Tucci over a sale of 1,500 acres of ranchland. During the trial, Tucci's attorney asks questions of the plaintiff's witness Ulysses. This is​

In Precise Paving Company's suit against Ride, Park n' Go, Inc., the jury returns a verdict in Precise Paving's favor. The company will most likely ask the court to

Madison files a complaint in a suit against Christopher, and he files an answer. The case may now be

Gilbert wants to initiate a suit against Healthways Insurance Company by filing a complaint. The complaint should include

Mountain States Trucking wants to initiate a suit against Open Pit Mining Corporation by filing a complaint. The complaint should include a statement alleging the facts establishing

Kent's witness Lois is not an expert in the matter about which she is being questioned. Lois can

During the trial phase of Sof' Drink Corporation's suit against TimeOut Stores, Inc., their attorneys engage in voir dire. This is

Lacey files a civil suit against Mischa. To succeed, Lacey must prove her case

In Research & Development Company's suit against Structural Engineers, Inc., Research & Development wants to introduce evidence that it claims is relevant. Relevant evidence is evidence that

Renewable Resources, Inc., files a suit against Sunrich Utility Company and seeks to examine certain documents in Sunrich's possession. A legitimate reason for this examination is that the documents contain

Lyn files a suit against Karl. Karl denies Lyn's charges and sets forth his own claim that Lyn breached their contract and owes Karl money for the breach. Karl's claim is

Sofia files a suit against Turista Airlines, Inc. Turista responds that it appears from the pleadings that the parties do not dispute the facts and the only question is how the law applies to those facts. Turista supports this response with witnesses' sworn statements. This is a

In a suit by the National Forest Preservation Organization (NFPO) against Old Growth Logging, Inc., NFPO serves a written request for Old Growth to admit the truth of matters relating to the trial. Old Growth's admission in response is the equivalent of

To prepare for a trial between Fones, Inc., and G-Bytes Company, G-Bytes's attorney places Fones's chief executive officer (CEO) under oath. A court official makes a record of the attorney's questions and the CEO's answers. This is

Gabrielle files a suit against Hard 'n Fast Adhesives, Inc. Hard 'n Fast responds that even if Gabrielle's statement of the facts is true, according to the law Hard n' Fast is not liable. This is

Destiny and Enzo engage in a business transaction. When a dispute arises, Destiny initiates a lawsuit against Enzo by filing a complaint. If Enzo files a motion to dismiss, he is asserting that

Pietro files a suit against Qiana. If Qiana fails to respond,

Daniel files a suit against Ava, alleging that she failed to pay him for two months' labor at her Choice Cheese Factory. Ava denies the charge and claims that Daniel breached their contract to produce a certain quantity of cheeses and owes Ava damages for the breach. Ava's claim is a

Ballpark Sportsfield, Inc., files a suit against Concessions & Tailgate Services. The document that informs Concessions & Tailgate that it must file an answer within a specified time period is

Bibi brings a lawsuit against Cocteau over an allegedly defective shipment of machine parts. During the trial, Bibi's attorney asks questions of Bibi's witness Drummond. This is

Sara brings a lawsuit against Tucci over a sale of 1,500 acres of ranchland. During the trial, Tucci's attorney asks questions of the plaintiff's witness Ulysses. This is