LA 224 - Torts and Personal Injury

Institution:

Portland Community College

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Description:

Provides an overview of tort law and handling personal injury claims, including paralegal's role. Includes study of international torts, negligence and strict liability claims; defenses; vicarious liability; tort claims act; damages; analyze fact situations; review case law; draft pleadings; evaluate damages; discovery issues; and apply principles discussed in class. Prerequisites: LA 101 and LA 102.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.pcc.edu

Phone Number:

(503) 244-6111

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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