Parts of Civil courts and types of civil cases

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the main difference between a civil case and a criminal case?

• A civil case involves disputes between individuals or organizations, while a criminal case involves breaking a law.

• A civil case always results in imprisonment, while a criminal case results in monetary compensation.

• A civil case is decided by a jury, while a criminal case is decided by a judge.

• A civil case is only about property, while a criminal case is only about personal harm.

Open Ended

What is the meaning of the term 'lawsuit' in the context of civil cases?

Multiple Choice

What is the main purpose of litigation?

• To resolve disputes outside of court

• To punish criminals

• To take someone to court

• To create new laws

Open Ended

Explain the difference between intentional harm and negligence in the context of tort law.

Open Ended

Can you think of any examples of tort?

Multiple Select

Select all statements that correctly describe a defendant.

• A person being sued for damages

• Responsible for answering the complaint

• Files the lawsuit

• Is charged with the burden of proving the allegations

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes a tort?

• A legal agreement between two parties

• Money owed for causing harm

• A lawsuit for breach of contract

• A legal term meaning 'to cause harm'

Open Ended

What do you think are some contracts you will be a part of throughout your life?

Open Ended

Why might a player prefer a guaranteed contract over a non-guaranteed contract?

Open Ended

What are some ways a contract can be broken?

Poll

How would you describe your understanding of civil cases?

• I understand very little

• I understand most of it

• I understand