LGST 207 - Torts

3 Credit(s).

Introduces students to American civil law. Topic areas include negligence, intentional torts, and strict liability. Discusses defenses to tort claims and damages available. Students review court procedure in a civil trial. Teaches interviewing and investigation techniques for civil cases. Students draft operative tort law documents. Note: Was PLAW 207 and PALG 207, earn credit for one only. NOTE: Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

Prerequisite(s): LGST 103 or PLAW 103 or LAW 103 or PALG 103