Introduction to the Victorian Civil Justice System (VCE SSCE Legal Studies): Quizzes
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What is the civil justice system?
What is the civil justice system?
A set of processes to resolve disputes
Which three types of bodies can resolve civil disputes in Victoria?
Which three types of bodies can resolve civil disputes in Victoria?
Complaints bodies, tribunals, & courts
How does VCAT compare to courts?
How does VCAT compare to courts?
Less formal, quicker, & less expensive
What does a statement of claim include?
What does a statement of claim include?
Nature, cause of claim, & remedy sought
Who commences a civil action?
Who commences a civil action?
The plaintiff
When does vicarious liability apply to employers?
When does vicarious liability apply to employers?
When employee acts in course of employment
What type of civil dispute involves breaching a duty of care causing harm?
What type of civil dispute involves breaching a duty of care causing harm?
Negligence
What is the most common remedy in civil claims?
What is the most common remedy in civil claims?
Damages
How many people minimum are needed for a class action?
How many people minimum are needed for a class action?
Seven or more
What does jurisdiction refer to?
What does jurisdiction refer to?
Types of cases a body has authority for