Legal Concepts Flashcards

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Main purpose of law in society

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To maintain order and protect rights

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Type of law that deals with crimes and punishments

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Criminal law

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Definition of a civil lawsuit

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A dispute between individuals or entities over rights and obligations

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Burden of proof in a criminal case

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Beyond a reasonable doubt

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Burden of proof in a civil case

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A preponderance of the evidence

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What ADR stands for in the legal system

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Alternative Dispute Resolution

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Example of ADR

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Mediation

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Definition of mediation

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A method where a neutral party helps resolve disputes outside of court

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Method allowing a third party to make a legally binding decision in ADR

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Arbitration

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The Constitution in the U.S. legal system

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The supreme law of the land