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PARA
2124 Tort Law
(3-0-3)
This course provides students with a comprehensive overview of substantive tort law.
Also included in this course is an introduction to the practical skills necessary for
paralegals practicing in the tort law area. Some of the topics covered in the course
are general tort law, negligence, defenses to negligence actions, intentional torts,
injuries to property, liability, strict and absolute liability, product liability, and medical
and legal malpractice. A grade of “C” or better is required in all Paralegal Courses.
Corequisite: PARA 1110 or permission of the program director.
Prerequisite: None.
Offered: On demand.
PARA
2130 Bankruptcy Law
(3-0-3)
This course provides an overview of the laws of bankruptcy and the rights of creditors
and debtors with an emphasis on the paralegal’s role. Topics will include relevant
common and statutory law, bankruptcys, and reorganization from the perspective of
both creditors and debtors. Students will develop legal skills through case
documentation and will examine court procedures and ethical issues relevant to
bankruptcy law. A grade of “C” or better is required in all Paralegal Courses.
Corequisite: PARA 1110 or permission of program director.
Prerequisite: None.
Offered: On demand.
PARA
2140 Employment Law
(3-0-3)
This course provides an overview of employment and labor law with an emphasis on
the paralegal’s role. Topics will include contract negotiation, contracts of
employment, governmental regulations, discrimination issues, and worker’s
compensation. Students will develop legal skills through case documentation and
will examine court proceedings and ethical issues relevant to employment and labor
law. A grade of “C” or better is required in all Paralegal Courses.
Corequisite: PARA 1110 or permission of program director.
Prerequisite: None.
Offered: On demand.
PARA 2150 Paralegal Certification Review
(1-0-1)
This one-hour course provides a comprehensive review of relevant material for the
paralegal student who will pursue national certification by examination. Students will
be provided with tips for studying and will utilize sample tests and other tools to
prepare for the national certification examination. A grade of “C” or better is required
in all Paralegal Courses.
Prerequisite: Completion of at least six PARA courses or permission of program director.
Offered: On demand.
PARA
2160 Special Topics in Paralegal Studies
(3-0-3)
This course provides students with an opportunity to study selected advanced topics
or current issues in the law relevant to paralegal students. Students may repeat this
course as long as different topics are offered and as long as they do not exceed the
maximum number of hours permitted. A maximum of six credit hours in special topics
may be applied toward program graduation requirements in the Associate of Applied
Science Degree. A maximum of three credit hours in special topics may be applied
toward the certificate. A grade of “C” or better is required in all Paralegal Courses.
Corequisite: PARA 1110 or permission of program director.
Prerequisite: None.
Offered: Summer semester, or as needed.