Invalid Marriage In Wisconsin

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In Wisconsin, individuals must wait six months after a divorce before remarrying. Jeffs marriage in Las Vegas, occurring just three days post-divorce, is likely invalid due to this waiting period. For ethical dilemmas like the Trolley Problem, Utilitarianism suggests choosing actions that benefit the majority. Joe, feeling defamed by a t-shirt incident in Wisconsin, should file his lawsuit in the Wisconsin State Circuit Court. If he chooses Kentucky Federal Court, the U.S. Supreme Court would be the last resort. Copyright infringement falls under exclusive federal jurisdiction. Federal judges have lifetime appointments. In mediation, parties resolve cases, while arbitration terms are valid unless fundamentally unfair. A corporations residence for jurisdiction is its principal business place and state of incorporation. Strict liability offenses dont require intent. Mark can sue Jason in Virginia or Florida courts for damaged pelts. An omission is voluntary if theres a contractual duty to act.

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You are driving a trolley car. The brakes fail. Ahead on the tracks are * workers who will be killed if you keep driving straight. However, you can turn to the left. On the track to the left is one person. If you turn left, you will surely kill one person. What school of ethics suggests that you should kill the one to spare the five? Group of answer choices Ethics of care Absolutism Utilitarianism Deontology
The scenario you're describing is a classic ethical dilemma known as the "Trolley Problem." The school of ethics that suggests you should kill the one person to spare the five is Utilitarianism. Utilitarianism focuses on the greatest good for the greatest number, aiming to maximize overall happiness or minimize harm.
Mike lives in Kentucky. Joe lives in Iowa. Jim lives in California. While on a vacation together in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, Mike and Jim wear t-shirts with Joe's mugshot and the words "FREE JOE." Joe feels this is defamation and he wants to sue. Where should he file his lawsuit? Group of answer choices Iowa State Circuit Court Wisconsin State Circuit Court Wisconsin Federal Circuit Court Illinois State District Court
For Joe's defamation lawsuit, he should consider filing in the Wisconsin State Circuit Court. Since the incident occurred in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, it's appropriate to file the lawsuit in the state where the alleged defamation took place. This location is directly connected to the incident and might offer the most relevant jurisdiction for the case.
Regardless of your answer to the last question, Joe files his lawsuit in Kentucky Federal Court. Given that decision, what would be the hypothetical court of last resort for his action? Group of answer choices U.S. District Court Kentucky Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals U.S. Supreme Court
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If Joe files his lawsuit in the Kentucky Federal Court, the hypothetical court of last resort for his action would be the U.S. Supreme Court. Federal cases can escalate from the U.S. District Court to the U.S. Court of Appeals, and ultimately to the U.S. Supreme Court if further appeals are made.
Which of the following is an example of exclusive federal subject matter jurisdiction? Group of answer choices Copyright Infringement Contract claims in excess of $*,*,* Diversity of Citizenship lawsuits with $*,* or more in dispute Federal question litigation
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The correct answer for exclusive federal subject matter jurisdiction is "Copyright Infringement." Copyright cases fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of federal courts, meaning they cannot be heard in state courts.
What is the term of appointment for a Federal Judge? Group of answer choices 6 years 12 years Lifetime appointment 4 years
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Federal judges are appointed for a lifetime. This means they serve "during good behavior," typically until they retire, resign, pass away, or are removed through impeachment.
Who ultimately has the power to resolve cases in mediation? Group of answer choices The mediator The claimant The arbitrator The parties
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In mediation, the parties involved ultimately have the power to resolve the case. The mediator facilitates discussions and helps guide the parties to a mutually agreeable solution, but the final decision rests with the parties themselves.
What is true about the terms of arbitration? Group of answer choices They will be valid unless they are ruled fundamentally unfair. They are not agreed to until a claim arises. They will not be valid unless they are completely fair to both parties. They are selected by the arbitrator.
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The correct choice about the terms of arbitration is: "They will be valid unless they are ruled fundamentally unfair." Arbitration agreements are generally enforceable unless they are found to be unconscionable or fundamentally unfair.
How do you determine the "residence" of a corporation for the purposes of personal jurisdiction? Group of answer choices The principal place of business and the State of corporate organization. Anywhere the corporation put products into interstate commerce. Any place the corporation has minimum contacts. The principal place of business.
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For determining the "residence" of a corporation for purposes of personal jurisdiction, the correct choice is "The principal place of business and the State of corporate organization." This means the corporation is considered resident in the state where it is incorporated and where its main activities are managed.
What are crimes called that do not require criminal intent? Group of answer choices Misdemeanors Inchoate crimes Violations Strict Liability Offenses
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Crimes that do not require criminal intent are known as "Strict Liability Offenses." These offenses do not require proof of intent, meaning a person can be held liable regardless of their state of mind when committing the act.
Mark is still a resident of Virginia. Jim is still a resident of California. Jim contracts with Mark to deliver *,* beaver pelts. This time, Mark hires Jason, a part-time resident of Florida and a part-time resident of Wisconsin, to pick the pelts up in Norfolk (that's in Virginia? I won't test your knowledge of geography) and transport them by ship over the ocean, through the Panama Canal, and to Jim in San Francisco (and hopefully you know that's in California). During the shipment, the pelts are damaged and Mark sustained a loss of $*,*. Mark wants to sue Jason. Which of the following could be one of the possible courts to bring that suit? Group of answer choices Virginia Federal Courts Florida State Courts, because Jason's resides there. Virginia State Courts, because that's where the shipment originated. California State Courts because that's where the pelts sustained the loss.
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For Mark's situation, he has multiple options for bringing a suit against Jason:
- Virginia State Courts: The shipment originated in Virginia, providing a connection to the case.
- Florida State Courts: Jason is a part-time resident of Florida, allowing for jurisdiction there.
Considering the damage amount of $*,*, these courts could be appropriate venues.
Which of the following is an omission which could be considered a voluntary act for the purposes of criminal law? Group of answer choices Anytime a witness refuses to render aid. If there exists a contractual obligation to act. If there exists an ethical obligation to act. An omission can never be considered a voluntary act.
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In criminal law, an omission can be considered a voluntary act if there exists a contractual obligation to act. This means that failing to perform a duty required by a contract can be considered a voluntary act of omission.
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