General Law
What do we call the fundamental, most supreme law of a country that all other laws must follow?
The Constitution
If you buy a coffee at a shop, have you legally entered into a binding contract?
Yes (a verbal/implied sales contract).
What is the most popular type of company in Estonia?
Private Limited Company / LLC(OÜ)
What famous ancient collection of laws from Babylon is known for the rule "an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth"?
The Code of Hammurab
In court, a person is considered innocent until proven guilty. What is the legal term for this principle?
Presumption of innocence
If your neighbor accidentally kicks a football through your window, what must they compensate you for under civil law?
The Damages / Cost of repair
If a private limited company goes bankrupt with debts, do the owners usually have to pay those company debts using their personal personal savings or home?
No (they have limited liability)
What symbol or figure, often shown holding a pair of scales and wearing a blindfold, represents Justice?
Lady Justice (or Justitia).
Who represents the state in a criminal trial and argues against the accused person?
The Prosecutor
What do you call the written legal document in which a person specifies who will inherit their property after their death?
A Will or Testament
What is the name of the official state database where all registered Estonian companies are listed?
The Commercial Register (Äriregister).
Complete the famous Latin legal rule: "Ignorance of the law is no..."
Excuse
What do we call the official person who ensures the debtor pays their debt and can freeze bank accounts or seize property?
A Bailiff
What public official must stamp and certify real estate purchase agreements in Estonia to make them legally valid?
A Notary
What is the legal term for the portion of company profit paid out to its owners/shareholders?
Dividends (Dividendid).
If you compose a completely original song on your guitar at home, do you have to register it at a government office to get copyright protection, or does copyright exist automatically?
It exists automatically from the moment of creation
What is the legal age of majority in most European countries, when a person gains full legal capacity?
18 years old.
What is the standard statutory period in Estonia after which you can no longer legally demand payment for an overdue bill in court?
3 years
Who is legally responsible for signing company contracts and running daily operations: the shareholders or the management board?
The Management Board (CEO)
Who is univerity's rector?
Andrus Pedai