Paralegal Advanced Competency Exam (PACE) Practice Exam

When does a grandparent clause commonly apply?

1. When establishing new contracts only

2. With changes to legal age regulations

3. When invalidating old laws

4. In cases of unfair practices in workplaces

The correct answer is: With changes to legal age regulations

A grandparent clause commonly applies when there are changes to existing laws, specifically related to legal age regulations or new statutory requirements that could affect individuals under the previous law. This type of clause allows individuals or entities who were operating under the old rules to continue doing so, even if the new changes would otherwise impose limitations or requirements that they do not meet. For example, if a law changes the minimum age for certain privileges or responsibilities, a grandparent clause might allow those who were already granted those privileges or responsibilities under the older law to retain them, essentially "grandfathering" them in. This ensures that individuals are not unfairly penalized for changes implemented after they have already engaged in specific actions or made decisions based on the previous legal framework. In this context, other options do not align with the typical application of a grandparent clause. Establishing new contracts does not involve scenarios where old provisions remain valid; invalidating old laws usually refers to legislative processes rather than the protection of existing rights; and while workplace practices may involve legal guidelines, they do not typically intersect with the concept of a grandparent clause meant to protect individuals from new laws.