For Pretrial Preparation, the Paralegal Needs

question 98

Multiple Choice

For pretrial preparation, the paralegal needs

• A) to know little about the case.
• B) years of experience.
• C) to review the file and all summaries carefully.
• D) to leave all remaining work to the attorney.

Comprehend the methodology and utility of meta-analysis in research.

Recognize the ethical considerations in research, particularly in maintaining participant confidentiality.

Understand the principles of a double-blind research design and its role in reducing bias.

Identify biases in research methodology, including experimenter bias, response set, and social desirability bias.

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Definitions:

Best Evidence Rule

A legal principle requiring the presentation of the original document as evidence in court, rather than copies, unless the original is unavailable.

Obligee

A person or entity that is owed a duty or performance under a legal agreement or contract.

Obligor

An obligor is a person or entity legally bound to provide a payment, service, or other benefit to another party (the obligee) under the terms of a contract or legal agreement.

Statute of Frauds

The Statute of Frauds is a legal principle that requires certain kinds of contracts to be in writing and signed by the party to be charged, to prevent fraud and perjuries.