Law Basics

What is the main purpose of Contract Law?

• To predict the weather

• To perform surgery

• To bake cookies

• To establish and enforce legally binding agreements.

Define Tort Law and provide an example.

• Tort Law only applies to intentional harm, not negligence.

• Tort Law is a criminal law that deals with civil wrongs.

• Tort Law is a branch of civil law that deals with civil wrongs, other than a breach of contract, that cause harm or loss resulting in legal liability. An example of Tort Law is a person suing another for negligence in a car accident.

• An example of Tort Law is a person suing another for breach of contract.

Explain the concept of consideration in Contract Law.

• Consideration in Contract Law is something of value exchanged between parties to a contract, such as money, goods, services, promises, or refraining from an action.

• Consideration in Contract Law is not required for a contract to be valid

• Consideration in Contract Law is the same as consideration in criminal law

• Consideration in Contract Law only includes money as a form of value exchanged

What are the different types of torts in Tort Law?

• Unintentional torts

• Voluntary torts

• Absolute liability torts

• Intentional torts, Negligence torts, Strict liability torts

What is the significance of 'offer' in Contract Law?

• An offer in Contract Law signifies a party's acceptance of the terms proposed by the other party.

• An offer in Contract Law signifies a party's intention to renegotiate the terms of a contract.

• An offer in Contract Law signifies a party's refusal to enter into a contract under specific terms.

• An offer in Contract Law signifies a party's willingness to enter into a contract under specific terms.

Discuss the principle of 'duty of care' in Tort Law.

• The duty of care in Tort Law only applies to intentional harm, not accidental harm.

• Duty of care in Tort Law is not a relevant concept in legal proceedings.

• The duty of care in Tort Law is the legal obligation individuals have to avoid causing harm to others by acting reasonably and prudently to prevent foreseeable harm.

• The duty of care in Tort Law is the legal obligation individuals have to cause harm to others by acting recklessly and negligently.

How does Property Law define ownership of real estate?

• Ownership of real estate is determined by the color of the building

• Ownership of real estate is defined through legal documents like deeds, titles, and contracts.

• Ownership of real estate is based on the number of windows in the property

• Ownership of real estate is established through a handshake agreement

What is the difference between an express and implied contract?

• An express contract is legally binding, while an implied contract is not.

• The main difference between an express and implied contract is that an express contract is explicitly stated, while an implied contract is inferred from the actions or conduct of the parties.

• An express contract involves multiple parties, while an implied contract involves only one party.

• An express contract is verbal, while an implied contract is written.

Give an example of a property dispute that falls under Property Law.

• Dispute over a rental agreement

• Disagreement between neighbors over the location of a property line.

• Conflict regarding a zoning regulation

• Disagreement on a divorce settlement

What is the role of 'proximate cause' in Tort Law?

• Proximate cause in Tort Law limits liability to causes closely related to the resulting harm.

• Proximate cause in Tort Law only applies to intentional torts.

• Proximate cause in Tort Law is irrelevant to establishing liability.

• Proximate cause in Tort Law determines the severity of the punishment.