PLG150

Introduces the student to civil wrongs and the legal terminology of torts and personal injury law. Entails an intensive study of various types of torts. Gives the student an overview of tort and personal injury law. Helps the student to develop an understanding of the basic principles of law that apply to personal injury. Hypothetical problems are presented to illustrate how the abstract rules pertain to real life. Gives the student the knowledge to recognize what is a tort and the various types of torts. Students will be able to identify the elements of tort causes of action as well as prepare defenses. Legal analysis is stressed through the preparation of case briefs and situational analysis.