QUESTION 11

In mediation the mediator issues a final decision which is binding upon all parties.

True

False

QUESTION 12

In discovery, a party may require the other party to under go a medical examination:

If the person's person's medical condition is relevant to the case,

in all cases.

In no cases.

only with the judge's prior permission.

QUESTION 13

In a civil law suit

The plaintiff has the burden of proof by a preponderance of the evidence

The plaintiff has the burden of proof beyond a reasonable doubt.

The defendant has the burden of proof by a preponderance of the evidence.

The defendant has the burden of proof by beyond a reasonable doubt.

QUESTION 14

An appeals court normally looks to see if the trial court made legal errors (i.e. didn't follow the law).

True

False

QUESTION 15

If an appeals court finds that the trial court made any mistake, even a harmless one, it must reverse the case and order a new trial.

True

False

QUESTION 16

The United States Supreme Court is the highest court in the US

True

False

QUESTION 17

The discovery process is designed to prevent surprises at trial

True

False

QUESTION 18

Emails are never required to be turned over to the other side during discovery

True

False

QUESTION 19

In most cases seeking money damages, either side has the right to demand a jury

True

False

QUESTION 20

While rare, a judge may grant a motion and issue a judgment that goes against the verdict returned by the jury.

True

False