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Our Business Law course introduces both traditional law topics, such as contracts, property, torts, as well as legal issues relating to the internet, employment, and international law. A number of examples and case studies are highlighted throughout the course to better enable understanding of various topics and practical situations. Awareness of basic legal principles is one of the best risk management tools for any businessperson. This course will help you examine the ways in which society functions and the potential effects of the legal system on businesses.
Prerequisite(s): None
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Identify the fundamentals of the constitution and the court system
- Recognize types of contracts, including formation, and modification of contracts
- Identify what is involved in litigation and types of dispute resolutions
- Describe the fundamentals behind torts, property law, and intellectual law
- Recall aspects of criminal law, international law, and employment law
Business Law Module 1
Introduction to Law
- What is Law?
- Sources of Law
- How a Bill Becomes a Law
- The Rule of Law
- Importance of Rule of Law to Business
- How Law Affects Business Disciplines
Business Law Module 2
The Court System
- The Third Branch
- Judicial Review
- Activists and Strict Constructionists
- Trial and Appellate Courts
- Federal Courts
- The Certiorari Process
- How a Case Gets to the U.S. Supreme Court
Business Law Module 3
Litigation
- The Parties Involved
- Judges and Juries
- Standing and Personal Jurisdiction
- Frivolous Lawsuit
- Depositions Gone Wrong
- Pretrial Procedures
- The Trial and Appeal
Business Law Module 4
Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Negotiation
- Mediation
- Arbitration
- Other Methods of Dispute Resolution
- Public Policy and Legislation
Business Law Module 5
The Constitution
- Government Structure
- Federalism
- Federal Preemption and the Supremacy Clause
- Commerce, Taxing, and Spending Clauses
- Business and the Bill of Rights
Business Law Module 6
Contracts
- Formation
- The Offer and Acceptance
- Contract Performance and Discharge
- Defenses to Contract Breaches
- Equitable Remedies
- Voidable Contracts
- Assignment and Delegation
- Contract Clauses
Business Law Module 7
Torts
- Intentional Torts
- Assault and Battery
- Privacy Torts
- False Imprisonment
- Negligence
- Strict Liability
Business Law Module 8
The Property System
- Personal Property
- Methods of Acquisition of Personal Property
- Bailment
- Real Property
- Methods of Acquisition
- Adverse Possession
- Duties of Landowners
Business Law Module 9
Intellectual Property
- Constitutional Roots
- Patents
- Trade Secrets
- Trademarks
- Trademark vs. Branding
- Infringement
- Copyright
Business Law Module 10
Criminal Law
- The Nature of Criminal Law
- Constitutional Rights
- Defenses
- Punishments
- Types of Crime
- Corporate Criminal Liability and Losses
Business Law Module 11
Business Organizations
- Sole Proprietorships
- Partnerships
- Corporations
- Limited Liability Companies
- Bankruptcy
Business Law Module 12
Employment Law and Agency
- Agency
- Independent Contractor vs. Employee
- Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
- Enforcement of Title VII
- Antidiscrimination Laws
Business Law Module 13
Business in the Global Legal Environment
- Nature of International Law
- Trade Regulations
- Contracts
- Stolen Antiquities
- Employment Law and Human Rights
- Prohibited Activities in Internal Business
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
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Internet Connection
- Broadband or High-Speed - DSL, Cable, and Wireless Connections
*Dial-Up internet connections will result in a diminished online experience. Classroom pages may load slowly and viewing large audio and video files may not be possible.
Hardware Requirements
- Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
- Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended
PC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Windows 7 or higher
- Microsoft Office 2013 or higher. Also, you could use a general Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- QuickTime, Windows Media Player &/or Real Player
MAC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Mac OS x 10 or higher with Windows
- Mac office programs or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers- Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- Apple QuickTime Media Player
