Civil Law

What is the word for the study of law?

• Jurisprudence

• Amicus Curiae

• ceteris paribus

• arbitration

If a civil case goes to court, what is the name for the person who sues someone else?

• Prosecution

• Plaintiff

• Torter

• Defendant

If a civil case goes to court, what is the name for the person who is being sued?

• Prosecution

• Plaintiff

• Torter

• Defendant

What are the damages in a civil case that help pay for lost property and wages, & medical costs?

• fines

• punitive damages

• compensatory damages

• pay out

What are the damages in a civil case that serve as a warning to others?

• fines

• punitive damages

• compensatory damages

• pay out

What is the type of civil liability done by accident?

• Intentional

• Negligence

• Strict Liability

• Criminal

What is the type of civil liability done on purpose?

• Intentional

• Negligence

• Strict Liability

• Criminal

What is the type of civil liability where the defendant is engaged in an activity so dangerous that there is a serious risk of harm even if he/she acts with care?

• Intentional

• Negligence

• Strict Liability

• Criminal

What is the name for the monthly, quarterly, semi-annual or annual payments made to insurance companies in order for people to have insurance?

• Premium

• deductible

What is the name for the amount an individual has to pay before their insurance begins to pay for their bills?

• Premium

• deductible