Author Question: In the 1980s, several justices on the Texas Supreme Court received scrutiny and criticism over ... (Read 49 times)

kshipps · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

In the 1980s, several justices on the Texas

Supreme Court received scrutiny and criticism over allegations that they favored attorneys and their clients appearing before them who had made large contributions to their political campaigns. In general, who were the parties involved in this controversy?
A) The justices were Democrats and the litigants were trial lawyers representing plaintiffs.
B) The justices were Republicans and the litigants were defense lawyers representing big business.
C) The justices were members of the Green Party and the litigants were environment groups.
D) The justices were Socialists and the litigants were advocates of welfare recipients.
E) The justices were Dixiecrats and the litigants were advocates of segregation.

Question 2

Which of the following arguments is most likely to be given by someone in favor of tort reform?

A) There are a large number of frivolous lawsuits filed by those who seek large financial awards for injuries they claim to have suffered B) Businesses should be granted immunity for their actions even if they harm others
C) Putative damages are the only way to ensure that businesses act morally and ethically
D) Those who are injured due to the negligence of others should have known that life is full of risks
E) It is impossible to place a cap on the amount of money that can compensate someone for their pain and suffering