PLG-245 Tort Law
This course is designed to give the student an introduction to the principles of personal injury law. Topics to be covered include: negligence, assault, battery, and false imprisonment, intentional infliction of emotional distress, trespass to land, trespass to chattel, conversion, defamation, strict product liability, and professional malpractice. Emphasis will be placed on the role of a paralegal in personal injury litigation with preparation and discussion of pertinent documents and filing issues. Offered on a regular rotating basis.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Identify the various intentional torts.
- Apply the elements of negligence and the defenses to negligence to fact scenarios.
- Explain the theories of product liability.