Question 1

When creating a database for a litigation support system, it is a good idea to enter every possible document into the database.

Accepted Answer

It is not necessary to enter every possible document into the database as it may lead to unnecessary clutter and time-consuming searches. It is important to carefully select and enter relevant documents.

Question 2

If subjective abstracting is to be used when preparing a document abstract system, then any clerical staff can enter the information.

Accepted Answer

Subjective abstracting requires a person with expertise in the subject matter to prepare the document abstract system, not just any clerical staff.

Question 3

Manual litigation support:
A)is tedious and time consuming
B)makes complex searches easy
C)is advantageous when you must get the job done fast
D)encourages the entry of the greatest number of documents
E)All answers are correct.

Accepted Answer

Manual litigation support involves manually reviewing and organizing documents, which can be a tedious and time-consuming process. Although it may be advantageous in certain situations, such as when dealing with confidential or sensitive information, it is generally not the most efficient method of litigation support.

Question 4

An objective coding system enables coders to enter what they think about a document.

Accepted Answer

An objective coding system is designed to eliminate personal bias and subjectivity by providing coders with a set of predefined categories or codes to use while analyzing a document. Coders are not allowed to enter their personal thoughts or opinions.

Question 5

Which of these terms refers to a series of written questions directed to an opposing party in a lawsuit?
A)Deposition
B)Request for admissions
C)Request for production
D)Interrogatories
E)Subpoena

Accepted Answer

Interrogatories are a series of written questions directed to an opposing party in a lawsuit. Deposition refers to an out-of-court testimony under oath recorded by a court reporter, Request for admissions refers to written requests to admit or deny certain facts, Request for production refers to a request for the production of documents or other tangible items, and Subpoena refers to a legal order requiring someone to appear in court or produce documents.

Question 6

Litigation support software assists attorneys in information that is gathered for the litigation of a lawsuit.
A)organizing
B)storing
C)retrieving
D)summarizing
E)All answers are correct.

Accepted Answer

Litigation support software can assist in various tasks such as organizing, storing, retrieving, and summarizing information gathered for a lawsuit. Therefore, all of the options are correct.

Question 7

Discovery documents are considered litigation documents.

Accepted Answer

Discovery documents are legal documents that are used in litigation, as they are produced during the pretrial phase of a lawsuit. They are typically exchanged between the parties in a case to gather information and evidence to support their respective positions. Therefore, discovery documents are considered litigation documents.

Question 8

Internal memorandums are less formal than handwritten notes.

Accepted Answer

This statement is incorrect. Internal memorandums are a formal means of communication within an organization, whereas handwritten notes are often personal and informal.

Question 9

Some litigation support systems can link a document abstract with an image.

Accepted Answer

Some litigation support systems have the capability to link an image with a document abstract, providing a visual representation of the information contained in the document.

Question 10

Computerized litigation support is inherently inflexible, in that it is difficult to change and adapt to the requirements of different cases.

Accepted Answer

Computerized litigation support systems are designed to be flexible and adaptable, allowing for customization to meet the specific needs and requirements of different cases.

Question 11

Full-text systems can search real-time transcription files.

Accepted Answer

Full-text systems are capable of searching real-time transcription files as they process and analyze the data as it is being spoken or received in real-time. This enables faster and more efficient searching of large volumes of text data.

Question 12

Pleadings, motions, and briefs should never be entered in a firm's litigation support database.

Accepted Answer

Pleadings, motions, and briefs should be entered in a firm's litigation support database for easy access and organization during the litigation process.

Question 13

Computerized litigation support systems are not allowed in most courtrooms.

Accepted Answer

Computerized litigation support systems are allowed in most courtrooms as they have become an integral part of modern legal practice. Many courts have even adopted electronic filing systems and have made it mandatory for attorneys to submit electronic copies of documents. However, some older or more traditional courts may have restrictions or limitations on the use of technology in the courtroom.

Question 14

Not all factual documents are discoverable.

Accepted Answer

There are certain exceptions, such as attorney-client privilege, doctor-patient confidentiality, and national security concerns, that can make certain factual documents not discoverable.

Question 15

A is a company that sets up a litigation support system and enters all necessary documents for a case in its own computer for a fee.
A)full-text retrieval system
B)litigation support service provider
C)timekeeping and billing service bureau
D)document abstract system
E)fee-based CALR service

Accepted Answer

The description provided best fits that of a litigation support service provider, which sets up systems to manage and organize documents for legal cases for a fee.

Question 16

A(n) is oral testimony taken before a court reporter who transcribes the testimony word for word.
A)deposition
B)request for admissions
C)request for production
D)interrogatory
E)subpoena

Accepted Answer

The description matches that of a deposition.

Question 17

Generally speaking, most litigation support programs are not difficult to learn.

Accepted Answer

While some litigation support programs can be complex, in general, they are designed to be user-friendly and relatively easy to learn.

Question 18

Manual litigation support systems are vulnerable to human error.

Accepted Answer

Manual litigation support systems involve the use of paper documents, handwritten notes, and other physical materials that can be misplaced, lost, or mishandled. This increases the risk of human error and makes the system vulnerable to mistakes.

Question 19

Motions and briefs are filed to argue the position a party is taking on how the case should proceed in court.

Accepted Answer

Motions and briefs are legal documents used in court to argue on behalf of a party's position on how a case should proceed.

Question 20

An index-card system based on key issues is a form of manual litigation support.

Accepted Answer

An index-card system based on key issues is a manual way of organizing information and evidence for use in litigation. It involves creating individual index cards for each relevant issue or piece of evidence and then arranging them in a way that helps support a legal argument. This can be particularly useful in cases where there is a large amount of information to manage, as it allows attorneys to quickly and easily access the most important aspects of a case.

Quiz 8: Litigation Support Software