An Accountant Who Is Being Sued by a Third Person

question 25

Multiple Choice

An accountant who is being sued by a third person for malpractice based on fraud will be able to avoid liability if the accountant can show:

• A) contributory negligence on the part of the plaintiff.
• B) that an exculpatory clause applies.
• C) that the plaintiff did not rely on the false statement.
• D) the absence of privity of contract.

Identify the causes and consequences of animal behaviors and physiological processes, including feeding and locomotion.

Comprehend the role of animals in ecosystems, including predation, symbiosis, and competition.

Understand the significance of scientific research and discoveries concerning animal biology, including medical and ecological applications.

Understand the unique structural and functional characteristics of sponges.

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Definitions:

Practice Law

The professional application of legal knowledge and skills to solve specific problems or to advance the interests of those who hire lawyers for legal services.

Legal Secretaries

Administrative professionals who support lawyers by performing various clerical tasks, including document preparation, legal research, and case management.

Law Clerks

Assistants to judges who help research legal precedents, prepare memos, and draft opinions to facilitate the judge's decision-making process.

Defunct Lawyers

Attorneys who are no longer practicing law, either due to retirement, disbarment, or death.