Question 1

A published False statement that injures the reputation of the person it concerns is called defamation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Following an account broadcast on the TV station the night before about a particular city councillor having been pulled over for drunk driving, Joe, a political cartoonist, drew a political cartoon of the councillor, obviously drunk and with his clothes in disarray, having difficulty walking down a straight line on the road with a sober police officer looking on. This was published the next day in the paper for which Joe works. The city councillor involved had disagreements with Joe in the past and intensely disliked him. It turned out that the story published on TV was an error, but the city councillor chose not to sue the TV reporter and the station, but rather he sued Joe for defamation. What would Joe's best defence be? Indicate the likely outcome.

Accepted Answer

Joe's best defence would be fair comment

Question 3

All of the following are examples of unfair competition except

Accepted Answer

A)  one business seeking confidential information from the employees of another. 
B)  one business intentionally lowering its prices to encourage customers to purchase its products. 
C)  intimidation to discourage someone from selling a product at a lower price. 
D)  one restaurant sending employees to the door of another to redirect customers to the first. 
E)  intimidation to discourage someone from opening a business in a particular area. 
A)  one business seeking confidential information from the employees of another. 
B)  one business intentionally lowering its prices to encourage customers to purchase its products. 
C)  intimidation to discourage someone from selling a product at a lower price. 
D)  one restaurant sending employees to the door of another to redirect customers to the first. 
E)  intimidation to discourage someone from opening a business in a particular area.

Question 4

Regarding the tort of False imprisonment, will anything short of complete restraint amount to imprisonment?

Accepted Answer

Yes, when one person surrender

Question 5

The tort of spoliation grants remedy where evidence has been destroyed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Where two or more persons act together using unlawful means to hurt the business interests of another, this is referred to as the tort of

Accepted Answer

A)  conspiracy to injure. 
B)  malicious prosecution. 
C)  deceit. 
D)  conversion. 
E)  intentional infliction of mental suffering. 
A)  conspiracy to injure. 
B)  malicious prosecution. 
C)  deceit. 
D)  conversion. 
E)  intentional infliction of mental suffering.

Question 7

Marco is a clothing designer whose business is failing. He believes that he will be able to sell more of his clothing if he puts a Calvin Klein label on his items. Why is this not a good idea?

Accepted Answer

A)  Marco could be sued for passing-off. 
B)  Marco could face an action in injurious Falsehood. 
C)  Marco could be sued for a negligent misstatement. 
D)  Marco could face an action in conversion. 
E)  Marco could be sued for trade slander. 
A)  Marco could be sued for passing-off. 
B)  Marco could face an action in injurious Falsehood. 
C)  Marco could be sued for a negligent misstatement. 
D)  Marco could face an action in conversion. 
E)  Marco could be sued for trade slander.

Question 8

Explain how your right to defend yourself is limited.

Accepted Answer

You are permitted to

Question 9

Explain any limitation on the principle of vicarious liability in the employment context.

Accepted Answer

An employer is responsible onl

Question 10

The tort of deceit involves

Accepted Answer

A)  a negligent misstatement by a professional. 
B)  use of the criminal justice to improperly attack a competitor. 
C)  the fraudulent and intentional misleading of another person, causing damage. 
D)  the intentional misappropriation of the property of another. 
E)  misleading the public as to the origin of a particular good. 
A)  a negligent misstatement by a professional. 
B)  use of the criminal justice to improperly attack a competitor. 
C)  the fraudulent and intentional misleading of another person, causing damage. 
D)  the intentional misappropriation of the property of another. 
E)  misleading the public as to the origin of a particular good.

Question 11

Internet defamation is addressed in the case of Crookes v. Wikimedia Foundation Ltd. According to this case, the mere creation of a hyperlink in a website

Accepted Answer

A)  does not lead to a presumption that persons reading the content of the website will access the hyperlink to access defamatory words. 
B)  can result in the Internet Service Provider being held liable for defamatory statements. 
C)  can be defamatory because the hyperlink is technically published. 
D)  can be defamatory because the hyperlink is generally believed. 
E)  can be defamatory because the hyperlink is always true. 
A)  does not lead to a presumption that persons reading the content of the website will access the hyperlink to access defamatory words. 
B)  can result in the Internet Service Provider being held liable for defamatory statements. 
C)  can be defamatory because the hyperlink is technically published. 
D)  can be defamatory because the hyperlink is generally believed. 
E)  can be defamatory because the hyperlink is always true.

Question 12

Health information is not specifically protected by legislation in any province.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Which of the following actions would not result in a successful tort action by the person suing? Assume that all the persons involved learn these facts.

Accepted Answer

A)  Mr. Meen wrote a letter to the editor of the Vancouver Sun in which he Falsely stated that the mayor took a bribe. The editor and ten others on staff read it but decided not to print it. The mayor sued Mr. Meen. 
B)  When Jed accidentally dropped a board and broke Al's toe, Al threw a rock at Jed, but Jed saw it coming and moved in time to avoid being hit. Al sued; Jed counterclaimed. 
C)  A waiter, then the police, detained a restaurant patron because he did not want to pay for wine that was brought to the table but was cloudy and undrinkable. The patron sued for False imprisonment. 
D)  An accountant made an error in financial statements that he knew would be given by his client to a potential investor, Mr. Lam. The investor, relying on the erroneous statements, invested $20,000 and lost it all. Mr. Lam sued the accountant. 
E)  Jayne was doing yoga in her backyard. She looked up and was surprised to see the gas meter reader in her yard. She sued him for trespass. 
A)  Mr. Meen wrote a letter to the editor of the Vancouver Sun in which he Falsely stated that the mayor took a bribe. The editor and ten others on staff read it but decided not to print it. The mayor sued Mr. Meen. 
B)  When Jed accidentally dropped a board and broke Al's toe, Al threw a rock at Jed, but Jed saw it coming and moved in time to avoid being hit. Al sued; Jed counterclaimed. 
C)  A waiter, then the police, detained a restaurant patron because he did not want to pay for wine that was brought to the table but was cloudy and undrinkable. The patron sued for False imprisonment. 
D)  An accountant made an error in financial statements that he knew would be given by his client to a potential investor, Mr. Lam. The investor, relying on the erroneous statements, invested $20,000 and lost it all. Mr. Lam sued the accountant. 
E)  Jayne was doing yoga in her backyard. She looked up and was surprised to see the gas meter reader in her yard. She sued him for trespass.

Question 14

It is possible for wrongful conduct to be both a tort and a crime.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Explain in what circumstances the defence of absolute privilege is available in a defamation action.

Accepted Answer

Absolute privilege is available in relat

Question 16

After the Leans began to use their new swimming pool, they found that they could not use it because of the smell coming from their neighbour's chicken coop. They knew of the chickens when they moved in but had no idea that the smell could be so overpowering, especially during the summer. Which of the following is true with regard to the legal position of the parties?

Accepted Answer

A)  There is nothing the Leans can do. 
B)  The Leans' legal action would be in nuisance. 
C)  This is an example of strict liability and there is nothing the neighbour can do to avoid liability in these circumstances. 
D)  The Leans can sue for trespass. 
E)  The Leans could sue for assault. 
A)  There is nothing the Leans can do. 
B)  The Leans' legal action would be in nuisance. 
C)  This is an example of strict liability and there is nothing the neighbour can do to avoid liability in these circumstances. 
D)  The Leans can sue for trespass. 
E)  The Leans could sue for assault.

Question 17

The federal Privacy Act gives people the right to access their personal information held by government and government agencies and severely restricts how that information can be disseminated to others.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

You and your friend recently bought a duplex. You rent out the downstairs and live in the upstairs suite. As the owner and occupier, you have acquired certain rights and responsibilities. Which of the following statements about the law relating to land is False?

Accepted Answer

A)  You could sue for the tort of private nuisance if someone used his property in such a way that it interfered with your use and enjoyment of your property. 
B)  The use of your property is partly governed by the Occupiers' Liability Act. 
C)  If you bring something onto your property that is inherently dangerous and it escapes, causing damage to others, you will be liable even if you were very careful and did not intend to harm anyone. 
D)  If there were an accident out front and a car was knocked onto your yard, you could sue the driver in that car for trespass. 
E)  Your tenants have a duty to take reasonable steps to make sure that a visitor is reasonably safe when in their suite. 
A)  You could sue for the tort of private nuisance if someone used his property in such a way that it interfered with your use and enjoyment of your property. 
B)  The use of your property is partly governed by the Occupiers' Liability Act. 
C)  If you bring something onto your property that is inherently dangerous and it escapes, causing damage to others, you will be liable even if you were very careful and did not intend to harm anyone. 
D)  If there were an accident out front and a car was knocked onto your yard, you could sue the driver in that car for trespass. 
E)  Your tenants have a duty to take reasonable steps to make sure that a visitor is reasonably safe when in their suite.

Question 19

"Cookies" are embedded devices that track a user's Internet activities and allow others to read private information about their online browsing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Name two torts that deal with wrongful interference with goods.

Accepted Answer

Conversion

A published False statement that injures the reputation of the person it concerns is called defamation.

All of the following are examples of unfair competition except

Regarding the tort of False imprisonment, will anything short of complete restraint amount to imprisonment?

The tort of spoliation grants remedy where evidence has been destroyed.

Where two or more persons act together using unlawful means to hurt the business interests of another, this is referred to as the tort of

Marco is a clothing designer whose business is failing. He believes that he will be able to sell more of his clothing if he puts a Calvin Klein label on his items. Why is this not a good idea?

Explain how your right to defend yourself is limited.

Explain any limitation on the principle of vicarious liability in the employment context.

The tort of deceit involves

Internet defamation is addressed in the case of Crookes v. Wikimedia Foundation Ltd. According to this case, the mere creation of a hyperlink in a website

Health information is not specifically protected by legislation in any province.

Which of the following actions would not result in a successful tort action by the person suing? Assume that all the persons involved learn these facts.

It is possible for wrongful conduct to be both a tort and a crime.

Explain in what circumstances the defence of absolute privilege is available in a defamation action.

The federal Privacy Act gives people the right to access their personal information held by government and government agencies and severely restricts how that information can be disseminated to others.

You and your friend recently bought a duplex. You rent out the downstairs and live in the upstairs suite. As the owner and occupier, you have acquired certain rights and responsibilities. Which of the following statements about the law relating to land is False?

"Cookies" are embedded devices that track a user's Internet activities and allow others to read private information about their online browsing.

Name two torts that deal with wrongful interference with goods.

Managing Your Legal Affairs

Introduction to the Legal System

The Resolution of Disputes: the Courts and Alternatives to Litigation

Negligence, Professional Liability, and Insurance

The Elements of a Contract: Consensus and Consideration

The Elements of a Contract: Capacity, Legality, and Intention

Factors Affecting the Contractual Relationship

The End of the Contractual Relationship

Agency and Partnership

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Employment

Intellectual Property

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Exam 4: Intentional Torts and Torts Impacting Business

A published False statement that injures the reputation of the person it concerns is called defamation.

All of the following are examples of unfair competition except

Regarding the tort of False imprisonment, will anything short of complete restraint amount to imprisonment?

The tort of spoliation grants remedy where evidence has been destroyed.

Where two or more persons act together using unlawful means to hurt the business interests of another, this is referred to as the tort of

Marco is a clothing designer whose business is failing. He believes that he will be able to sell more of his clothing if he puts a Calvin Klein label on his items. Why is this not a good idea?

Explain how your right to defend yourself is limited.

Explain any limitation on the principle of vicarious liability in the employment context.

The tort of deceit involves

Internet defamation is addressed in the case of Crookes v. Wikimedia Foundation Ltd. According to this case, the mere creation of a hyperlink in a website

Health information is not specifically protected by legislation in any province.

Which of the following actions would not result in a successful tort action by the person suing? Assume that all the persons involved learn these facts.

It is possible for wrongful conduct to be both a tort and a crime.

Explain in what circumstances the defence of absolute privilege is available in a defamation action.

The federal Privacy Act gives people the right to access their personal information held by government and government agencies and severely restricts how that information can be disseminated to others.

You and your friend recently bought a duplex. You rent out the downstairs and live in the upstairs suite. As the owner and occupier, you have acquired certain rights and responsibilities. Which of the following statements about the law relating to land is False?

"Cookies" are embedded devices that track a user's Internet activities and allow others to read private information about their online browsing.

Name two torts that deal with wrongful interference with goods.

Managing Your Legal Affairs

Introduction to the Legal System

The Resolution of Disputes: the Courts and Alternatives to Litigation

Negligence, Professional Liability, and Insurance

The Elements of a Contract: Consensus and Consideration

The Elements of a Contract: Capacity, Legality, and Intention

Factors Affecting the Contractual Relationship

The End of the Contractual Relationship

Agency and Partnership

Corporations

Employment

Intellectual Property

Real and Personal Property and Protection of the Environment

Priority of Creditors

Sales and Consumer Protection

Filters