Question

22. Early in the trial of Fuel Corporation's suit against Gas Stations, Inc., the attorneys engage in voir dire. This is a. b. c. A hearing before the judge to determine the legal issues to be argued. A review by both attorneys of the evidentiary exhibits. A proceeding for selection of jurors. d. Opening statements 23. Irma files a suit against Jim. In order to obtain a favorable jury verdict, Irma must prove her case a. Beyond a reasonable doubt. b. By a preponderance of the evidence c. By indisputable proof d. By clear and convincing evidence. 24. Appeals courts a. Hold a new trial with a new jury b. Hold a hearing and summon any additional witnesses that may be necessary c. Hold a new trial without a jury d. Review the record of the proceedings in the lower court to determine if there have been any errors 25. Which best describes assumption of the risk in a negligence case? The plaintiffis more at fault than the defendant in causing the accident. b. The defendant made an agreement with plaintiff to assume responsibility for his actions. c. The plaintiff was involved in an abnormally dangerous activity d. The plaintiff knowingly and willingly subjected herself to a significant possibility of injury. e. None of the above. a.

Answer 1

22- c
Explanation- In legal terminology, Voir dire refers to a variety of procedures in jury trials.

23- a
Explanation- In order to favorable verdict, any party in a suit must prove his\her case beyond reasonable doubt.

24- b
Explanation- In any appeal, all the facts of the case are not argued or put before the court. The Appellate court sort of carries forward the proceedings of the lower court and examines any new witness or evidence.

25- d
Explanation- In law of torts, assumption of risk is a defense in a negligence case if the defendant can clearly show that the plaintiff knowingly and willingly subjected herself to a significant possibility of injury.