#1
What is a contract?
A legally binding agreement between two or more parties
ExplanationIt's a legally enforceable agreement.
#2
What does 'tort' mean in legal terminology?
A wrongful act resulting in injury to another person's body, property, or reputation
ExplanationIt's a civil wrong causing harm.
#3
What is the primary purpose of a non-disclosure agreement (NDA)?
To protect confidential information
ExplanationIt's to safeguard sensitive data.
#4
Which of the following is an essential element of a valid contract?
Consideration
ExplanationIt involves something of value exchanged between parties.
#5
Which of the following is NOT a type of tort?
Breach of Contract
ExplanationIt's a breach of contractual duty, not tortious.
#6
What is the 'duty of care' in tort law?
A legal obligation to exercise a reasonable standard of care to avoid causing harm to others
ExplanationIt's the responsibility to avoid foreseeable harm.
#7
What does 'negligence' mean in the context of tort law?
Failure to exercise reasonable care resulting in harm to others
ExplanationIt's a lack of proper care causing harm.
#8
What is the statute of limitations for filing a tort claim in many jurisdictions?
Two years
ExplanationIt's the time limit for initiating legal action.
#9
What is the 'reasonable person standard' in tort law?
A fictional standard used to determine if a defendant acted with reasonable care
ExplanationIt's a hypothetical measure of responsible behavior.
#10
Which of the following is NOT an element of defamation?
Intent
ExplanationIt's not necessarily required to prove defamation.
#11
What is the doctrine of promissory estoppel?
A legal principle that prevents a party from going back on a promise if the other party has relied on it to their detriment
ExplanationIt stops reneging on promises if reliance causes harm.
#12
What is vicarious liability in tort law?
A situation where an employer is held responsible for the actions of their employees
ExplanationIt's when an employer is liable for employee actions.
#13
What does 'quantum meruit' mean in contract law?
An equitable remedy allowing recovery for the value of services rendered
ExplanationIt's a legal principle for recovering the value of services.