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Torts (LGST 207)

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3 credits

$124 per credit

in-county, fees apply

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. Was PLAW 207 and PALG 207, earn credit for one only. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

Prerequisite(s): LGST 103.

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