Contracts
Why do people make contracts?
To hold each other accountable!
What is liability?
Being legally responsible.
What is an intentional tort?
Deliberate action against people or property that causes damage.
What is negligence?
Where does Ms. Horowitz go to school?
Mizzou!
What is a contract?
A legally enforceable agreement between two or more parties that exchanges something of value.
What are the two kinds of torts?
Intentional Torts and Unintentional Torts
Name 4 intentional torts out of the 9. Bonus points for any extra!
Battery, Assault, Emotional Distress, False Imprisonment, Defamation, Conversion, Nuisance, Trespass, and Infringement.
How do businesses protect themselves from negligence claims?
Waivers
What is Ms. Horowitz's favorite color?
Pink!
Can you change a contract? What is that called?
Yes! An amendment.
What is a tort?
A civil wrong that causes harm or injury to someone.
What are the two kinds of intentional torts?
Intentional Against People and Intentional Against Property
What are the four elements that make a negligence act unlawful?
Duty, Breach of Duty, Causation, and Damages.
Where is the pumpkin capital of the United States?
Illinois
What is a breach of contract?
You break or don't fulfill a contract.
What is the purpose of a tort?
To establish a standard of care that society expects from people.
What are the four defenses against intentional torts?
Consent, privilege, self-defense, and defense of property.
What is strict liability? Bonus points if you can name an example (or two) of actions that would be considered under strict liability.
The legal responsibility for damage or injury, even if not negligent. Examples include: Blasting with dynamite, animal bites, and product liability.
What is the best Halloween candy? If you can convince Ms. Horowitz to change her mind, you will get points!
Twix, duh!!
33%!
Can you be charged by the state and sued for the same action? Bonus points- Who is a potential example of this? Bonus bonus points- what was the suit against them for?
Yes! OJ Simpson- Wrongful Death
Under what law can you use deadly force to defend yourself and others?
Castle Doctrine/Stand Your Ground Law
What are the 6 defenses against unintentional torts?
Can't prove all elements, contributory negligence, comparative negligence, assumption of risk, consent, and illegality.
What will Ms. Horowitz's dog be wearing for Halloween?
He has a Halloween sweater!!