The Court System
What court has the authority to hear a case for the first time?
Trial court
What does business ethics mean?
Doing what is right and fair in business
What is the supreme law of the United States?
The Constitution
What is a crime?
An act that violates criminal law
What does a trademark protect?
Brand names, logos, and symbols
What is jurisdiction?
A court's legal authority to hear a case
What is a conflict of interest?
When personal interests interfere with professional responsibilities
Which amendment protects freedom of speech?
First Amendment
What is negligence?
Failing to use reasonable care
What does copyright protect?
Original creative works
What is the purpose of an appeal?
To review a lower court's decision
What is corporate social responsibility?
A company's responsibility to society and the community
What does due process mean?
The government must follow fair legal procedures
What is a tort?
A civil wrong that causes harm to another person
What does a patent protect?
New inventions
What is a federal court?
A court that handles cases involving federal law
What is a Ponzi scheme?
A fraud that uses money from new investors to pay earlier investors
What is equal protection?
The law must treat people equally
What is fraud?
Intentionally deceiving someone for personal or financial gain
What is a domain name?
The address people use to find a website
What is voir dire?
The process of questioning potential jurors
Why is honesty important in business?
It builds trust and protects a company's reputation
What is the purpose of the separation of powers?
To divide government power among three branches
What is defamation?
Making a false statement that harms someone's reputation
What is the difference between a trademark and a patent?
A trademark protects brand identity, while a patent protects inventions