The Legal Case of Tarasoff V

question 35

Multiple Choice

The legal case of Tarasoff v.Regents of the University of California (1976) established that therapists must

• A)refrain from having sex with their clients.
• B)report suspected cases of child abuse.
• C)notify police of a patient's imminent suicide attempt.
• D)warn potential victims of a patient's intent to harm them.

Recognize the relevance and limitations of discovery methods including depositions, interrogatories, requests for production, and physical and mental examinations.

Grasp the concept of automatic and required disclosures under FRCP 26 and the consequences of non-compliance.

Distinguish between different motions (i.e., for judgment on the pleadings, for summary judgment, to compel, to strike) and their purposes in litigation.

Understand the importance of and procedures related to electronic discovery, including the management of electronic evidence.

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Definitions:

Present Value

The value of a future amount of money in today's terms, discounted at a particular rate.

Cost Of Capital

The rate of return a company must earn on its investments to maintain its market value and attract funds.

Lump Sum

A one-time payment made for a particular purpose, rather than recurring payments over time.