Management Law Case Study
As you study Business law, you will realize that law is an important area for the business person. There are two main branches of the law, the civil law and the criminal law and both may affect a business. There are differences between the two branches and one difference is the standard of proof required if a dispute goes to court.a. Explain what is meant by the burden of proof and explain why you think that there are different standards for a civil action and a criminal action. ( 2 marks)b. Give one example of a civil action and one example of a criminal action that could arise in a business situation. By giving an example, explain how the same wrongful conduct can give rise to both a civil and criminal action. ( 3 marks)c. From the following identity if the answer is true or false (note no explanation is necessary)i. In a civil case the state raises the action. True or falseii. In a civil case an individual can represent themselves .True or falseiii. In a criminal case there is always a jury no matter the crime. True or false ( 3 marks)d. Using the website www.canlii.org find the Constitution Act 1982 and explain under section 10 (a) only, what right a person has on arrest or detention AND explain under section 11 (d) if an accused has to prove their innocence.( 2 marks) Do NOT cut and paste you answers.
