Precedent Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

1. Identify the two distinct legal systems used in Canada. - Quebec Civil Code and Common Law 2. Why is common law also called "judge-made law"? - Common Law is based on precedent, on decisions made by judges in previous similar cases. 3. What is the Civil Code of Quebec? - General law that contains all of the basic provisions that govern life in society, namely relationships among citizens and the relationships between people and property. 4. Give an example of a law that has been enact...

Doctrine of Legislative Supremacy statutory law prevails if conflict arises with common law What is the supreme law of the land? The Constitution Who has authority to declare act of congress unconstitutional? Federal Courts Warrantless Searches certain administrative searches for highly regulated activities Exclusionary Rule illegally obtained evidence cannot be used Regulatory Taking government denies owner of economic use of land Congress can leg...

HCCP PASSED Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers Fair Housing - How many Protected Classes - Ans 7 Federal Protected Classes What are the Federally Protected Classes - Ans Race, Color, Religion, Sex, National Orgin, Disability and Familial Status Private Letter Ruling - Ans Ruling made directly with the owner but cannot be changed Private Letter Ruling - Ans Cannot be cited as precedent

SECTION 1 1.The point of departure for every law student is an understanding of the concept of law. 1.1 Explain the difference between law and morality or religion (3) The Law is the system of legal rules recognised and enforced by the government to control human behaviour. It has the following characteristics: System of rules Intended to control human behaviour Should be recognised by the state Enforced by the state On the other hand morality or religion refers to the pri...

SCCJA Special Basic Study Guide with complete solutions (Updated) Historical Events occurring between 1776 and 1791 that lead to decisions that lead to the ratification of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights ️ Colonists declared independence from England, in order to create a central government without the ability to become a tyranny. Strong versus Decentralized form of government battle where the Bill of Rights came in. First Amendment ️ Congress shall make no law respecting an ...

Insurance - Transfer of risk from one person or organization to an insurance company Indemnity - The principle to restore the insured to the pre-loss economic or financial condition. Law of Large numbers - Mathematical principle used by insurers to predict losses to charge the appropriate premiums Insurable Interest - Proof that someone stands to lose financially if a loss occurs; must exist at the time of the loss in property and casualty insurance Binder - Temporary insurance contr...

law - ANSWER set of rules for human behavior which are established by legitimate authority precedent - ANSWER controlling rule, example or guide which provides framework for other judges to follow stare decisis - ANSWER the doctrine of a court following precedent of an earlier court constitution - ANSWER supreme law of the land judicial review - ANSWER power of courts to determine if law follows constitution supremacy clause - ANSWER constitution, federal law, federal regulations ...

POST TEST #1 LD 5,15,16,20,39 Question and Answers 2023 Rated A+ 3 origins of law -ANS>> Constitutional, statutory and case law Constitutional Law -ANS>> Rules and provisions found in the federal and state constitutions Statutory Law -ANS>> Written laws enacted by a legislative body Case Law -ANS>> Previous appellate court decisions that are binding on lower court decisions (know as precedent) Primary purpose is to interpret constitution and clarify sta...

This essay is a distinction-level work for Unit 23: The English Level System- Assignment 1. P5 -Demonstrate how the legislative process would apply in given scenarios. P6-Explain the rules of precedent and statutory interpretation through accurate application in given scenarios. M3-Analyse the impact European law has had on domestic law in given situations. D3-Evaluate how far the sources of law provide certainty for lawyers giving legal advice. You can efficiently work on your assignment by fol...