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3.00 Credits
This course covers the principles of tort law, its application in commonly faced situations in law practice, and the role of the legal assistant in the preparation of a tort claim. Emphasis is placed on negligence and the defenses to negligence. Prerequisite: "C" or better in LAS 101.
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3.00 Credits
This course offers an introduction to the American legal system, the American system of government, and the fundamental principles of American substantive law including principles of contract law, property law, torts, estate and probate, criminal law, and family law. Professional and ethical guidelines are examined. Pre- or Co-requisites: "C" or better in ENG 096 and RDG 096 (passinggrade of "C" or better for each), or placement.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an introduction to the basic elements of contract law and contract formation and discharg e including off e r, acceptance, consideration, capacity, intent, discharge, and remedies. Students learn to draft simple clauses and contracts. Pre- or Co-requisites: "C"or better in ENG 096 and RDG 096 (passing grade of "C"or better for each), or placement.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an introduction to the legal nurse profession. It includes examination of the history and evolution of the legal nurse and the role of the legal nurse in the areas of legal analysis; research and writing; review and analysis of medical records; litigation procedures; medical/legal ethics; and personal injury law. The business and marketing plan of an independent legal nurse practitioner is also examined.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to improve and refine legal research and writing skills through a series of assignments which require in-depth research and legal analysis and which are designed to simulate actual assignments given to paralegals in the workplace. Prerequisite: "C" orbetter in LAS 102.
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3.00 Credits
Students are introduced to the basic provisions of the law of wills and estates. They learn to draft wills and other appropriate instruments. The laws of interstate succession and the law of trusts are also examined. Prerequisite: "C" or better in LAS 101.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines in detail the forms of business org anizations with emphasis on partnerships and corporations. Employment law and government regulation of businesses are also studied. Creditors' rights and remedies under state and federal law are also discussed. The course includes comparative review of Chapters 7, 11, and 13 of the bankruptcy code. Prerequisite: "C" or better in LAS 101.
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3.00 Credits
This introductory course in administrative law focuses on the sources and evolution of administrative law, administrative agencies, due process, delegation, rule making, investigation, adjudication, and judicial review. It includes examination of the Administrative Procedures Act and a review of the ethical principles of administrative law. Prerequisite: "C" or better in LAS 101
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the rules governing a case as it moves through the courts and basic litigation procedures. Topics covered include state and federal court rules and procedures, client interviews, pleadings, discovery proceedings, trial preparation, and the appellate process. Prerequisite: "C" or better in LAS 101.
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3.00 Credits
Students are introduced to the law of property as well as to the various types of property transactions and related matters. Topics covered include contracts, mortgages, leases, deeds, title searches, and recording statutes. Students learn to prepare sample real estate closing documents. Prerequisite: "C" or better in LAS 101.
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