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Bar Exam Tip of the Day: Who Bears the Risk of Loss in Construction Contracts

Posted on July 16, 2010 by Gianna Scatchell

In those pesky Risk of Loss Questions involving Construction–who bears the Risk of Loss? Destruction of a building without fault from either party the risk of loss is allocated as follows: New construction: Builder bears the risk of loss Renovation … Continue reading →

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Bar Exam Tip of the Day–Evidence–Impeaching Witnesses

Posted on July 9, 2010 by Gianna Scatchell

Bar Exam Tip of the Day–Evidence–Impeaching Witnesses based on prior crimes Arrest and indictment are not sufficient to impeach a Witness for a crime; there MUST be a conviction! Moreover, a pending appeal is irrelevant. Cannot impeach a  Witness if … Continue reading →

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Larceny Checklist

Posted on June 2, 2010 by Gianna Scatchell

Larceny is another hot topic on the MBE. It is a tricky issue, so check out the basics here. Larceny ●      Taking (possession; if D didn’t move it, no larceny) ●      Asportation—slightest movement will do it. ●      Specific intent to … Continue reading →

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Tips for the Bar Exam

Posted on May 17, 2010 by Gianna Scatchell

Q. Should I sign up for the morning, afternoon, or evening session of BarBri? A. The BarBri program’s most coveted time is in the morning. Make sure you register for the morning. It’s on a first come, first serve basis, … Continue reading →

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