Unit 4 vocabulary, volume 1

Understanding the burden of proof, the possibility of settlements, and the steps in a civil case is important for anyone involved in the legal process. (a)  

What are the important aspects of civil cases related to settlements and the legal process?

What is a common occurrence in civil cases before they go to trial?

• Pre-trial settlements

• Jury trials

• Appeals process

• Arbitration

In civil cases, who has the burden of proof to prove their case by a preponderance of the evidence?

• Defendant

• Judge

• Plaintiff

• Witness

What is the first step in a civil case?

• Filing a complaint

• Discovery

• Trial

• Post-trial motions

Match the following terms to the definition or example.

• $800 fee for ending phone service early.

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• Ava sues a repair shop for damaging car.

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• Taking someone to court over harm.

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• A deal to make shoes with Nike.

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• Alex Jones owes $473 million for lying.

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mediation

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• applicable

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Requirement to appear in court.

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• applicable

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witness

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• applicable

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relates to the current situation.

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• applicable

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