Which of the Following Statements Is False

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is false?

• A) Contingency fees are paid to the lawyer only if the case is won.
• B) Contingency fees only recently came into existence in Canada.
• C) One of the concerns raised against contingency fees is that they lead to frivolous lawsuits.
• D) One argument in support for contingency fees is that they provide greater access to justice.
• E) Not all Canadian jurisdictions permit contingency fees.

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