The Legal System (AQA A-Level Law): Quizzes
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Which three elements does access to justice concern?
Which three elements does access to justice concern?
How litigation paid, who pays, funding alts
What does equality before the law mean in the English legal system?
What does equality before the law mean in the English legal system?
Justice based on facts & law, not wealth
What is litigation?
What is litigation?
Process of taking action, usually civil
How much can a straightforward civil case cost in legal fees?
How much can a straightforward civil case cost in legal fees?
£10,000-£20,000
What are Queen's Counsel?
What are Queen's Counsel?
Senior barristers with expertise
What does the 'two-tier system' refer to?
What does the 'two-tier system' refer to?
Wealthy get superior legal representation
Access to justice should NOT be confused with which concept?
Access to justice should NOT be confused with which concept?
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
What should determine guilt in criminal matters or liability in civil matters?
What should determine guilt in criminal matters or liability in civil matters?
Facts of case & relevant law
What is access to justice specifically about?
What is access to justice specifically about?
Financial access to courts & representation
What effect does the cost barrier have on equality before the law?
What effect does the cost barrier have on equality before the law?
Undermines the principle in practice