_________ Torts Occur When the Defendant Takes an Action Intending

question 22

Multiple Choice

_________ torts occur when the defendant takes an action intending certain consequences will result or knowing certain consequences are likely to result.

• A) Criminal
• B) Liability
• C) Intentional
• D) Negligent
• E) Strict-liability

Differentiate between the financial risks borne by bondholders versus shareholders.

Understand the provisions related to stock issuance, treasury stock, and stockholder rights.

Appreciate the nuances of corporate dividends, including their payment, legality, and director liability.

Grasp the legal framework around stock options, stock splits, dividends, and capital management.

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Definitions:

E-mail Message

Digital correspondence sent through the internet from one computer user to one or more recipients.

Bargained-for Exchange

An element of a contract where both parties exchange something of value.

Stock Exchange

A marketplace where securities, such as stocks and bonds, are bought and sold.

Consideration

In contract law, it refers to something of value exchanged between parties as part of an agreement.