Law Chapter 13 – Common Issues in Contract and Tort

 51. A client sues a consultant for both negligent design and breach of contract arising from the same facts.

What doctrine is involved?

A. Concurrent liability in contract and tort
B. Absolute liability
C. Double jeopardy
D. Subrogation

Ans A

52. A claimant discovers a defect years after completion and wonders whether the claim is too late.
Which issue is key?

A. Limitation periods
B. Charter rights
C. Bond underwriting
D. Employer liability only

Ans ? A

53. Several defendants contribute to a single indivisible loss. The plaintiff seeks full recovery from one solvent party.
Which doctrine is most relevant?

A. Joint and several liability
B. Tender privilege
C. Trade restraint
D. De minimis non curat lex

Ans. ? A

54. A consulting firm is sued for an employee’s negligent field review conducted within the scope of employment.
Which principle applies?

A. Vicarious liability
B. Caveat emptor
C. Subordination
D. Privilege clause

Ans. A