question What does the term precedent mean in legal contexts

In contract law, what does the term "void contract" mean?

A. A contract in which both parties make promises
B. A contract with no legal consequences
C. A contract that is illegal or against public policy
D. A unilateral contract

What is the purpose of the doctrine of "res ipsa loquitur" in tort law?

A. Regulating labor disputes
B. Shifting the burden of proof to the defendant in certain negligence cases
C. Resolving family disputes
D. Enforcing immigration laws

What does the term "felony murder" mean in criminal law?

A. A legal defense strategy
B. Intentionally causing the death of another person
C. A court order
D. Imposing criminal liability for a death that occurs during the commission of a felony

In criminal law, what does the term "grand jury" refer to?

A. A legal defense strategy
B. A group of jurors who determine whether there is enough evidence to bring criminal charges
C. A court order
D. A contractual obligation

In property law, what is the term for a right to use another person's land with the right to enter and exit?

A. Easement
B. Leasehold
C. License
D. Profit

In family law, what does the term "prenuptial agreement" refer to?

A. A court order
B. A legal defense strategy
C. A written contract entered into before marriage, outlining the distribution of assets in case of divorce
D. Resolving labor disputes

In property law, what does the term "adverse possession" mean?

A. Gaining ownership of property through continuous use without the owner's permission
B. A leasehold interest
C. Resolving family disputes
D. Enforcing property rights

What is the primary purpose of criminal defenses in criminal law?

A. Regulating labor disputes
B. Providing legal justifications or excuses for criminal conduct
C. Resolving family disputes
D. Enforcing immigration laws

What does the term "tortious interference" mean in tort law?

A. Violating criminal statutes
B. Intentionally interfering with someone else's contractual or business relationships
C. Resolving family disputes
D. Enforcing property rights

What is the primary purpose of international humanitarian law?

A. Regulating labor disputes
B. Regulating environmental protection
C. Protecting human rights during armed conflicts
D. Punishing criminal conduct

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