Which of the Following Are Examples of the Types of Law

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are examples of the types of law that would be litigated by individuals in State Courts?

• A) Contract law.
• B) Tort law.
• C) Property law.
• D) All of the above.

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Definitions:

Trespasser

A person who enters or remains on property without the permission of the property owner.

Contributory Negligence

A legal doctrine where the plaintiff's own negligence partially caused or contributed to their harm, potentially reducing or barring their compensation.

Comparative Negligence

A legal doctrine that allocates damages based on the proportional fault of each party involved in an accident, allowing for partial financial recovery based on degree of fault.

Last Clear Chance

A doctrine in tort law that allows a plaintiff to recover damages even if they were partially at fault, if the defendant had the final opportunity to avoid the harm but failed to do so.