Legal Terminology Quiz

What is a "tort"?

• A type of crime involving theft

• A legal term for a civil wrong causing harm to someone

• A legal document used in criminal cases

• A method of enforcing a contract

Who is the "plaintiff" in a lawsuit?

• The party accused of wrongdoing

• The judge overseeing the case

• The person or entity bringing the legal action

• A neutral party serving as a witness

A "judgment" in a court case refers to:

• The final decision made by a jury

• A legal document summoning someone to court

• The ruling made by a judge or jury after the trial

• A law passed by the legislature

The "defendant" in a legal case is:

• The person who initiates a lawsuit

• The person accused or sued in the case

• The attorney representing the state

• The judge hearing the case

What are "damages" in a civil case?

• Physical harm done to property

• A request for a jury trial

• Monetary compensation awarded to the plaintiff

• Punishments handed down by the judge

If a person is "liable," they are:

• Innocent of wrongdoing

• Legally responsible for their actions

• Serving on a jury

• Representing another party in court

What is a "remedy" in legal terms?

• A type of defense strategy in court

• A form of punishment for a crime

• The enforcement of a right or compensation for a violation

• A ruling from an appellate court

"Liability" means:

• Guilt in a criminal trial

• Responsibility under the law to compensate for harm

• A form of self-defense

• A method of appealing a verdict

A "settlement" in a lawsuit is:

• A decision made by a judge

• A formal agreement to end a lawsuit without a trial

• The judge’s instructions to the jury

• A new law passed by the legislature

"Common law" refers to:

• Laws passed by state legislatures

• Judge-made laws based on previous cases

• Laws that only apply in criminal cases

• Regulations enforced by local governments