Provide some examples of cases covered under the Eighth Amendment.
> A minor purchased a desk, computer, and printer—all on sale. If the minor later attempted to purchase only the computer, the salesperson could legally refuse to limit the sale to the one item on the grounds of the buyer’s minority. In this example, what
> A minor is held legally responsible if he or she injures another person or another person’s property. Would it make a difference if the injury were accidental?
> How is a contract with a minor affected by the minor’s ratification of the contract?
> Discuss what is meant by “age of majority” and how it affects the legal status of minors entering into contracts.
> In some contractual relationships, the bargaining power of one party gives him or her an unfair advantage when dealing with another who might lack the economic power or the education to enter into contracts on an equal footing. What has the law done in a
> Brooking agreed to sell a tract of land to Dover Pool & Racquet Club Inc. on which Dover planned to build a swim and tennis club. Neither party to the contract knew that just before the contract was signed, the local zoning board of the town in which the
> Why are courts reluctant to rule on the adequacy of consideration?
> Identify four kinds of agreements that lack consideration.
> Describe the position generally held by the courts on the matter of adequacy of consideration.
> Explain how forbearance can satisfy the requirements of consideration.
> What are some examples of undue influence?
> Persuasive statements based on a salesperson’s opinion are referred to as puffing. Provide examples of typical sales situations in which puffing is used.
> What are some examples of duress?
> Explain the UCC provision relating to when a contract is unconscionable.
> Explain the two requirements of a valid acceptance.
> Explain the three requirements of a valid offer.
> Quinly and her husband, customers at Greenway Supermarkets, purchased several pounds of filet mignon and checked out their purchases at the newly installed self-scanners. The price listed on the packages of meat totaled $38; however, when Quinly swiped t
> When a definite time for acceptance has not been set, when does the acceptance time terminate?
> Under what circumstances might a specific time be crucial to a transaction that would justify limiting the time for an offer or acceptance?
> What are some advantages of written offers and acceptances over spoken ones?
> What are some circumstances that can lead to uncertainty in offers and acceptances, and how can they be avoided?
> Provide an example of an agreement that would need to be in writing to be enforceable.
> The law requires that the purpose of a contract must be legal. Provide an example of a contract that would not be enforceable because it lacks legality of purpose.
> The law requires that the parties be competent to enter into a contract. Give an example of a party who lacks competence.
> Discuss criticism of administrative agencies.
> Using examples, describe the operation of a typical administrative agency.
> Explain the similarities and differences between administrative agencies and governments.
> Parties to a contract must have a clear understanding of what they are undertaking— a meeting of the minds. Provide an example of two parties who have reached such a clear understanding.
> Provide some examples of unreasonable searches and seizures.
> Describe the process used to amend the Constitution.
> Explain strict liability and provide an example
> Explain vicarious liability and provide an example.
> Explain the legal concept of liability and provide examples.
> Distinguish moral law from legal obligations.
> Cite and describe the major classifications of law.
> Identify the principal origins of law in the United States.
> What are some common examples of white-collar crime?
> Describe what contemporary society would be like without the system of laws that currently exists.
> Explain how law affects (a) your personal or social life and (b) business or business operations.
> What are some typical misdemeanors common to most jurisdictions?
> What are some acts that were previously considered crimes but are no longer viewed as violations of the law?
> What are some crimes that are particularly applicable to business?
> Identify three examples of matters that may be addressed in the living will and administered to by the patient’s agent pursuant to a durable power of attorney.
> Despite the warnings on containers of toxic substances, injuries and accidents still occur. Should there be additional regulations, or are there other ways to protect individuals?
> The release of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, the destruction of the rain forests, and the destruction of the ozone layer adversely affect the atmosphere. Can additional domestic relations or international treaties halt the continuing damage more ef
> Discuss tort remedies that individuals can use against polluters.
> How does Superfund defray costs of cleaning polluted sites?
> Identify several types of pollution that environmental laws regulate. Which ones do you consider most important?
> Explain how the federal government regulates itself in the area of environmental protection.
> How do tariffs protect domestic industries, and how do they hinder world trade?
> What are some reasons for trade sanctions and embargoes? How do they differ from export and import controls?
> Discuss some of the ways international trade is regulated by international law.
> Cite reasons for the increased need for international law in recent years.
> What are some ways that professionals can reduce their risk of negligence lawsuits?
> Distinguish between insurance agents and brokers. Do you think that one should bear greater responsibility than the other for advising buyers about their insurance needs?
> Identify a financial loss suffered by a third party for which an accountant can be found liable.
> Explain how the malpractice or negligence of a professional might cause injury to third parties.
> Of the four elements of negligence, is one of them more critical than the others?
> Discuss why the malpractice of professionals is considered more serious by society than negligence by nonprofessionals.
> Describe the circumstances under which a law must pass the rational basis test and the strict scrutiny test.
> Describe three provisions of the First Amendment.
> Identify examples of consumer products regulated by the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
> Identify the kinds of business that can be charged with product liability.
> Define sexual harassment and identify some forms of conduct that can constitute it.
> Identify parts of the employment process in which discriminatory practices are illegal.
> Explain how OSHA ensures that companies maintain safe and healthful work environments.
> Describe the major provisions of workers’ compensation laws.
> Identify the standards established by the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938.
> List some items typically found in an employee handbook.
> Discuss some current criticism of administrative agencies and evaluate the validity of this view.
> Compare the procedure followed by an individual appearing as a defendant in a court of law to the procedure followed by an individual charged with a violation of a regulation appearing at a hearing of an administrative agency.
> Provide some examples of laws that are permissible under the Second Amendment.
> A number of firms accused of unethical behavior had established codes of ethics, or credos, and formal employee orientation programs. It might seem that these efforts had little influence on the practices of the firms. Critique the practice of establishi
> A person who blows the whistle on some unethical practice in a firm is often treated as an outcast by his or her coworkers. Why does this occur? Does this mean that the coworkers are less ethical?
> Does it place an unnecessary burden on a third party to determine whether he or she is dealing with an employee or an independent contractor?
> Separating and recycling plastic, glass, paper, and metal are costly for municipalities. Should these recycling collections be continued, or should the funds be spent on other environmental objectives?
> Pursuant to GATT, countries could receive “normal trade relations” status based on economic criteria. Later this designation was awarded to countries that had achieved specific human rights objectives. Should economic inducements be used to foster moral
> Because trade sanctions often affect the people of a country more severely than their government, are sanctions a good way of achieving political goals?
> Discuss the goals and criticisms of the IMF and the World Bank.
> Assuming that the law of a country reflects its customs, identify and discuss selected laws in foreign countries and how customs influenced the enactment of these laws.
> Is it fair that workers do not have the right to sue their employers for negligence?
> Several representatives of the entertainment media have suggested that a federal statute be enacted that would require all computers sold in the United States to incorporate software that would prevent making digital copies of music and video. Is it fair
> Compare contributory negligence with comparative negligence and provide examples of each.
> Under what circumstances should a landlord have the right to withhold his or her permission to assign or sublet premises?
> An oceanfront community wanted to limit the use of its beach to residents only. A group contested this exclusion, claiming the ocean was public property. Is it fair for residents to exclude nonresidents from access to the beach?
> Why do you think it is necessary to distinguish between real and personal property?
> If all other requirements of a negotiable instrument have been met except delivery, should payment depend on delivery, and, if so, why?
> Why is some property considered exempt under Chapter 7 of the federal bankruptcy law?
> The legal concept of stare decisis, which means “to stand on decided cases,” is an important factor in our system of law. Is it possible that previous cases, or precedents, do not always embody the exact same issues, concepts, and present-day circumstanc
> Various levels of government enact laws that affect other levels of government. Explain the reason for such seemingly inefficient interrelationships and offer an opinion of whether there might be other ways to achieve the same objectives.
> Certain kinds of agreements, such as gambling agreements, are illegal or highly regulated. What do you believe is the primary motivation for such prohibitions?
> Many applications of law primarily affect individuals, such as buying or selling personal property. Critique the amount and kinds of protection provided to individuals and whether you think that the law provides too much protection, limiting individual f
> If an offer is rejected, should the offeree have the right to negotiate before the offer is considered terminated?
> Provide some examples of speech that may constitutionally be limited or silenced.
> What is the difference between extortion and bribery?
> Some contracts freely entered into by the parties involve activities that have been made illegal by state or federal statutes. Because they are illegal, these contracts are unenforceable. Examples are wagering agreements or lending money at high rates of
> The law gives a person the right to enjoy his or her land without unreasonable interference from others. If a person plays loud music on his or her property and a neighbor charges him or her with creating a public nuisance, where does the music player’s
> The law allows a minor to withdraw from a contract simply because he or she is a minor, whereas the other party is bound if the minor wishes to carry out the contract. Do you think the law is fair in such instances?
> Why is it that public figures find it difficult to successfully sue a publication for libel, whereas private persons have a better chance? Should public figures be required to accept libelous accusations as the price of fame?
> Analyze and discuss recourses available to citizens who believe that an executive of an administrative agency is behaving unethically.
