Government and Law
The branch of government who writes the laws
What is the Legislative Branch
The person who brought the case forward
A type of tort that results in unintentional damage or loss
What are negligent torts
This type of contract is not really a contract
What is a quasi-contract
Meredith (age 20) offers $300 for Olivia's (age 13) cat Benjamin. This contract is considered..
What is voidable
The branch of government who interprets the law
What is the Judicial Branch
The process where a 3rd party helps the plaintiff and defendant reach a mutual decision
What is mediation
The burden of proof for torts
What is preponderance of evidence (more likely than not)
This rule states which contracts must be in writing to be considered valid
What is the Statute of Frauds
Betty (age 15) offers Marge (age 73) a written contract for $20,000 to run over her tutor with a tractor. This contract is considered...
What is void
The type of law made when judges interpret the law, using precedent
What is case law
Type of law pertaining to crimes committed against society and punishing the wrongdoer
What is criminal law
The amount of force you can use to defend yourself
What is a reasonable amount
(It depends)
Exceeding the maximum interest rate allowed on loans
What is usury
Dorthea (age 25) offers Abigail (age 13) $200 for her bike. This contract is considered...
What is voidable
Highest and most powerful source of law in the US
A private or civil wrong against a person that is not a breach of contract
What is a tort
When someone unfairly benefits based upon the mistake of another
What is unjust enrichment
The doctrine that prevents going back on a promise after the Promisee acts on that promise to their detriment
What is promissory estoppel
Joe (age 33) offers his collection of vintage films to Travis (age 35) for $2 million in writing. But Joe never actually owned the films he is offering. This contract is considered...
What is void
What is Stare Decisis
The doctrine that a judge can use to modify a non-compete agreement
What is the Blue Pencil Doctrine
The inherent power of the government to make reasonable laws to protect safety, health, and general welfare of its citizens
What is Police Power
Offer, acceptance, and contractual capacity. a contract requires this 4th element to be valid
What is consideration
Willow (age 22) offers Este (age 24) $400 for her speed boat. This contract is considered...
What is valid