Sources of Conflict of Laws: Online Learning Quizzes

Question 1

Which doctrine provides that a court should apply the law of the state with the most significant relationship to the cause of action?

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Most significant relationship test

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Lex loci delicti

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Lex fori

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Center of gravity test

Question 2

True or False: The Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) is a uniform law that governs commercial transactions in all 50 states.

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True

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False

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a factor considered in determining the state with the most significant relationship to a contract dispute under the most significant relationship test?

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Choice of law provision in the contract

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Place of contracting

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Place of performance

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Domicile of the parties

Question 4

True or False: The Erie doctrine requires federal courts to apply state law in diversity cases involving state law claims.

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True

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False

Question 5

True or False: A choice of law provision in a contract is always enforceable by the courts.

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False

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True

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a primary source of conflict of laws in the United States?

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Presidential executive orders

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Federal statutes

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State statutes

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Case law

Question 7

Which of the following is a common method used by courts to resolve conflicts between state laws?

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Choice of law

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Forum non conveniens

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Subject matter jurisdiction

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Personal jurisdiction

Question 8

Which of the following does NOT fall within the scope of the Full Faith and Credit Clause of the US Constitution?

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Enforcement of out-of-state laws

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Recognition of valid judgments from other states

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Respect for the legal rights of individuals from other states

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Protection of property rights across state lines

Question 9

True or False: International treaties can only be used to resolve conflicts of laws between the United States and other countries.

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False

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True

Question 10

Which of the following is a type of conflict of laws that can arise when an individual changes their permanent residence?

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Domiciliary conflict

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Choice of law conflict

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Forum non conveniens conflict

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Personal jurisdiction conflict

Question 11

True or False: Conflict of laws can arise in legal contexts beyond civil disputes, such as criminal law and family law.

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True

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False

Question 12

Identify the option that is NOT a valid source of conflict of laws:

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Administrative regulations

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Statutes

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Case law

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International agreements

Question 13

True or False: A borrowing statute is a uniform law that permits courts to apply the statute of limitations from another jurisdiction.

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True

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False

Question 14

How does international human rights law potentially influence the application of conflict of laws principles?

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It can guide the interpretation and application of conflict of laws principles, ensuring alignment with fundamental rights.

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It universally overrides conflict of laws principles.

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It applies only when a human rights violation is explicitly claimed.

Question 15

Which of the following methods is NOT recognized for the recognition of foreign laws in the United States?

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Reciprocity

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Judicial notice

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Expert testimony

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Certification by the Department of State

Question 16

The doctrine of forum non conveniens allows a court to:

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Dismiss a case if it is more appropriately heard in another forum

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Transfer a case to another court within the same jurisdiction

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Stay a case pending resolution of a related case in another forum

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Require the parties to arbitrate their dispute

Question 17

The Treaty of Versailles, which concluded World War I, is an example of:

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An international agreement

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A statute

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A case law decision

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A legal treatise

Question 18

The Uniform Law Commission's primary function is to:

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Draft model laws for adoption by state legislatures

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Interpret federal laws

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Advise the United States Supreme Court

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Resolve international disputes

Question 19

The Lex Mercatoria refers to:

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A body of international commercial law

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A treaty between the United States and the United Kingdom

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A set of rules adopted by the International Chamber of Commerce

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A collection of case law decisions from various legal systems

Question 20

How are conflict of laws rules typically harmonized across different jurisdictions?

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Bilateral or multilateral agreements between jurisdictions

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Adoption of international conventions or model laws

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Unilateral actions by individual jurisdictions

Question 21

In domestic courts, when applying foreign law, which ethical principle is paramount?

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Ensuring fairness and impartiality for all parties

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Prioritizing domestic interests over foreign interests

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Ignoring cultural differences and focusing on legal technicalities

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Disregarding potential conflicts with domestic public policy

Question 22

In international business transactions, conflicts of law can arise due to differing laws across jurisdictions. Which sources are considered when resolving such conflicts?

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Relevant statutes, case law, and international agreements

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International agreements only

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Laws of the jurisdiction where the dispute arose

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Conflicts of law are irrelevant in international business

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT a recognized source of conflict of laws?

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Equitable principles

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Statutes

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Case law

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International treaties

Question 24

Which of the following is an example of a choice-of-law rule?

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The law of the place where the contract was formed governs its validity.

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A witness must be competent to testify.

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A court may dismiss a case for lack of personal jurisdiction.

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The statute of limitations for a breach of contract claim is six years.

Question 25

Which of the following Supreme Court cases established the Erie doctrine, limiting federal courts' ability to create their own common law?

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Erie Railroad Co. v. Tompkins

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Brown v. Board of Education

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Marbury v. Madison

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Roe v. Wade

Question 26

Which of the following international agreements governs the service of process abroad?

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Hague Convention on the Service of Process Abroad

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North American Free Trade Agreement

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World Trade Organization Agreement

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United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods

Question 27

Which of the following is **not** a traditional source of conflict of laws?

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Treatises

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Case law

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Statutes

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International agreements

Question 28

The Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) is primarily classified as a:

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Statutory source

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Restatement

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Common law source

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International agreement

Question 29

Which of the following choice-of-law rules is used to determine the applicable law for torts under the Restatement (Second) of Conflict of Laws?

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The most significant relationship test

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The governmental interest test

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The lex loci delicti rule

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The lex fori rule

Question 30

In a situation where a federal statute conflicts with a state statute, which of the following outcomes is **most** likely to occur?

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The federal statute preempts the state statute

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The statutes are applied concurrently

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The state statute preempts the federal statute

Question 31

The Hague Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments is an example of:

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An international agreement

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A statute

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A common law rule

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A restatement

Question 32

The doctrine of judicial comity essentially requires courts to:

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Respect and give effect to the judgments of other courts

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Apply the laws of other jurisdictions without question

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Avoid deciding cases that involve foreign law

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Prioritize their own jurisdiction's laws over foreign laws

Question 33

A common criticism of the most significant relationship test is that it:

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Can lead to unpredictable and inconsistent results

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Ignores the parties' intentions

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Favors plaintiffs over defendants

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Is too complex and difficult to apply

Question 34

The primary purpose of a conflict of laws analysis is to:

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Determine the appropriate legal rules to apply in resolving a legal dispute with cross-border implications

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Punish parties for violating the law

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Create new laws to address specific situations

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT a primary source of conflict of laws?

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Expert testimony

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International agreements

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Case law

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Statutes

Question 36

Which of the following is a key factor considered in choice-of-law analysis?

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The parties' intent

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The defendant's criminal record

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The political views of the judge

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The amount of damages at stake

Question 37

Which choice-of-law rule is commonly applied to tort cases?

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Lex loci delicti

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Lex domicilii

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Lex contractus

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Lex fori

Question 38

Which of the following is a recognized exception to the Full Faith and Credit Clause?

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Lack of personal jurisdiction over the defendant

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McCulloch v. Maryland

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Erie Railroad Co. v. Tompkins

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Marbury v. Madison

Question 39

Which of the following is a primary purpose of international agreements in conflict of laws?

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To promote harmonization of legal rules between nations

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To increase government revenue

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To protect domestic industries

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To punish foreign nationals

Question 40

Which of the following is a well-established method for interpreting international agreements?

Accepted Answer

The Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties

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The Uniform Commercial Code

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The Hague Convention on the Conflict of Laws

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The Restatement (Second) of Conflict of Laws

Question 41

A state legislature enacts a law specifically addressing the validity of contracts formed online between residents of different states. This law is an example of:

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Statutory law

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International agreement

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Common law

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Restatements of the Law

Question 42

A California court handles a case about a car accident that happened in Nevada. The court uses a prior California case with a similar accident scenario as a basis for its decision. This reliance is an example of:

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Case law

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International agreement

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Restatements of the Law

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Statutory law

Question 43

The Hague Convention on the Law Applicable to Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG) is an example of:

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International agreement

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Restatements of the Law

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Common law

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Statutory law

Question 44

A Texas court faces a case involving a contract dispute between a Texan resident and a Mexican resident. The court consults the Restatement (Second) of Conflict of Laws to determine the applicable law. This is an example of:

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Restatements of the Law

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Common law

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International agreement

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Statutory law

Question 45

A Florida court handles a breach of contract case. The contract was made in New York and involves selling goods to be delivered in California. Which factors will likely influence the Florida court's decision on the applicable law?

Accepted Answer

The place where the contract was formed, the place of performance, and the location of the parties

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Only the place where the goods are to be delivered

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Only the place where the contract was formed

Question 46

A court applies the law of the state where an accident happened, even though the parties involved are from another state. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Lex loci delicti

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Lex loci contractus

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Lex fori

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Comity

Question 47

A Virginia court is handling a case about a contract made in New York. The court decides to use New York law because the contract explicitly states that New York law should apply. This is an example of:

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Choice of law clause

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Comity

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Public policy exception

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Renvoi

Question 48

A Massachusetts court is dealing with a case involving a contract made in England. The court chooses not to apply English law because doing so would violate Massachusetts public policy. This is an example of:

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Public policy exception

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Comity

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Choice of law clause

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Renvoi

Question 49

An Illinois court is handling a case about a contract made in New York. The court applies New York law, but also considers relevant rules from Illinois law. This is an example of:

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Renvoi

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Public policy exception

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Forum non conveniens

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Comity

Question 50

Which of the following is NOT considered a primary source of conflict of laws rules?

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Treatises

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Case law

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International agreements

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Statutes

Question 51

The Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) is an example of which type of conflict of laws source?

Accepted Answer

Statutory source

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Common law source

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International agreement

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Restatement of the Law

Question 52

When applying the doctrine of forum non conveniens, courts consider various factors. Which of these factors is NOT a primary consideration?

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The convenience of the parties

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The applicable law

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The availability of an alternative forum

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The potential for prejudice

Question 53

What is the primary purpose of the Hague Convention on the Law Applicable to Contracts for the International Sale of Goods?

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To establish choice of law rules for international contracts

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To determine jurisdiction rules for international disputes

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To define rules for the recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments

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To set standards for arbitration in international commercial disputes

Question 54

One criticism levied against the Restatement (Second) of Conflict of Laws is that it is:

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Too rigid and inflexible, failing to adequately address changing circumstances

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Too broad in scope, covering topics beyond its intended purpose

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Too narrow in scope, providing insufficient guidance in various situations

Question 55

The landmark case of Erie Railroad Co. v. Tompkins established what principle in American law?

Accepted Answer

Federal courts must apply state law in diversity cases

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Federal courts have the authority to create their own rules of law in diversity cases

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The doctrine applies exclusively to cases involving contracts

Question 56

Which of the following is a primary factor courts consider when determining the applicable law in a tort case?

Accepted Answer

The place where the injury occurred

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The defendant's domicile

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The intent of the parties involved

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The public policy of the forum

Question 57

What is the primary function of the Full Faith and Credit Clause of the U.S. Constitution?

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It requires states to recognize and enforce the judgments of other states

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It grants Congress the authority to regulate interstate commerce

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It prohibits states from discriminating against citizens of other states

Question 58

Which of the following is a potential drawback of using a choice of law provision in a contract?

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It can encourage forum shopping

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It can provide certainty and predictability

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It can reduce the cost of litigation

Question 59

The doctrine of substantial contacts is used to determine which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Whether a court has personal jurisdiction over a defendant

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Which law governs a contract

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Whether a statute applies to a particular case