If You Collect Money as a Result of a Settlement

question 106

Multiple Choice

If you collect money as a result of a settlement or judgment obtained through the assistance of legal aid, you will

• A) probably have to repay some or all of the legal aid benefits you received.
• B) probably be ineligible to enforce the settlement or judgment if the debtor refuses to pay.
• C) probably be able to keep the full amount of the settlement of judgment.
• D) be required to turn the amount of the settlement or judgment over to legal aid.
• E) be required to turn the amount of the settlement or judgment over to the court.

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Definitions:

Bystander Effect

A psychological social effect where people are less inclined to assist someone in distress if there are others around.

Diffusion Of Responsibility

A psychological phenomenon where individuals in a group are less likely to take action or feel less responsible because the responsibility is shared among all members of the group.

First Aid

The immediate assistance given to a person suffering from minor or serious illness or injury, to preserve life, prevent the condition from worsening, or promote recovery.

Pro-Social Behaviour

Actions intended to benefit others or society as a whole.