Definitions
Latin
Fill in the Blank
Professor Morris' Pet Peeves and Stuff
100

Define "Values"

positive abstractions that capture our sense of what's good or desirable

100

In Personam Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction over the person

100

A ____ is a question about an event or characteristic in the case.

Question of Fact

100

One thing we do that she hates. (Usually towards the end of class)

Leave after signing the attendance sheet

200

Define "Negligence"

behavior that creates an unreasonable risk of harm to others

200

In pari delicto

when both parties are equally responsible for an illegal agreement

200

_____ are typically awarded for pain and suffering, costs of repairing damaged property, medical expenses, and lost wages.

Compensatory Damages

200

One word she uses to catch our attention (4 letter word)

Y'ALL

300

Define "Fraudulent Representation"

False representation of a material fact that is consciously false and is intended to mislead the other party.

300

In Rem Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction over the thing

300

____ is the transfer of possession to a third party, who becomes the holder of the negotiable instrument.

Negotiation

300

What was the name of the movie character she mentioned when she wore the wig?

Foxxy Cleopatra

400

Define "Syndicate"

Investment group that comes together for the explicit purpose of financing a specific large project

400

Res Ipsa Loquitur

"it speaks for itself"

400

A _____ is a person who has a duty to act primarily for another person's benefit.

Fiduciary

400

What is her favorite candy? (this was a bonus question)

Dark Chocolate Covered Ginger

500

Define "Bait-and-switch advertising"

Advertising a low price to bait the consumer into the store only so that the salesperson can switch the consumer to another, higher-priced item

500

Actus Reus

Wrongful behavior

500

A _______ is an unincorporated form of business organization that many people see as combining the most advantageous features of partnerships and corporations. CLUE: 3 Words

Limited Liability Company