Variations of the Dendrite and Cahill tests Often Are Used

question 23

Multiple Choice

Variations of the Dendrite and Cahill tests often are used by courts today in determining whether:

• A)a theory of promissory estoppel should apply in a civil lawsuit.
• B)a website must reveal the identity of an anonymous poster in a civil lawsuit.
• C)the collateral bar rule will apply in a civil lawsuit
• D)the collateral bar rule will apply in a criminal prosecution

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Definitions:

Sierra Legal Defence Fund

A Canadian environmental law organization, now known as Ecojustice Canada, that provides legal representation and advice for environmental causes.

Raw Sewage

Untreated, unfiltered wastewater containing contaminants such as human waste, industrial runoff, and debris, requiring treatment before being released into the environment.

Shellfish Contamination

refers to the pollution or harmful contamination of shellfish (such as oysters, clams, and mussels) by pollutants including chemicals, heavy metals, and pathogenic microorganisms which can render them unsafe for human consumption.

Respiratory Irritation

The discomfort or inflammation of the respiratory tract, often caused by pollutants, allergens, or pathogens, leading to symptoms like coughing or difficulty breathing.