0803. African Americans, Equality and the Law: Weapon or Tool? (3 s.h.) RCI: GD.

Learn about the experience of African Americans through the lens of the U.S. legal system. U.S. law, which first defined African Americans as less than human, eventually declared discrimination illegal, and remains both an expression and an instrument of change at the intersection of race and equality. As you study this evolution, you will reflect on relevant current events, and explore your own responses to the kind of everyday encounters that continually arise in our pluralistic society. Can race be used as a factor in hiring, in college admissions? Is race a factor for you in dating, marriage, adoption? We explore issues like these on both broad social and personal dimensions.

Students who have already successfully completed Law 0903 or Law 1002 (R050) cannot earn credit for this course. Students who are under the Core and take this course in fall 2008 or after will ONLY fulfill the Race requirement for Core. This course will NOT fulfill the American Culture Core requirement.

0856. Law and American Society (3 s.h.) RCI: GU.

An intruder rushes into class, hits the professor in the face with a pie, and runs out. You are asked to provide a description of the assailant--and now you realize this was a demonstration of the faultiness of human memory in making eyewitness identification. Develop your understanding of the historical, socio-political and ethical context of the U.S. legal system as you follow the misadventures of a fictional family that gets caught up in various legal problems. Current events inform every assignment; you might analyze, for example, the case against McDonalds brought on behalf of obese children, and then research legislation known as the “Cheeseburger Bill,” prohibiting such lawsuits. An exciting, multimedia environment makes learning vivid.

0903. Honors African Americans, Equality and the Law: Weapon or Tool? (3 s.h.) RCI: GD.

Learn about the experience of African Americans through the lens of the U.S. legal system. U.S. law, which first defined African Americans as less than human, eventually declared discrimination illegal, and remains both an expression and an instrument of change at the intersection of race and equality. As you study this evolution, you will reflect on relevant current events, and explore your own responses to the kind of everyday encounters that continually arise in our pluralistic society. Can race be used as a factor in hiring, in college admissions? Is race a factor for you in dating, marriage, adoption? We explore issues like these on both broad social and personal dimensions.

Students who have already successfully completed Law 0803 or Law 1002 (R050) cannot earn credit for this course. Students who are under the Core and take this course in fall 2008 or after will ONLY fulfill the Race requirement for Core. This course will NOT fulfill the American Culture Core requirement.

0956. Honors Law and American Society (3 s.h.) RCI: GU.

(Formerly: LAW SBA 1996.)

An intruder rushes into class, hits the professor in the face with a pie, and runs out. You are asked to provide a description of the assailant--and now you realize this was a demonstration of the faultiness of human memory in making eyewitness identification. Develop your understanding of the historical, socio-political and ethical context of the U.S. legal system as you follow the misadventures of a fictional family that gets caught up in various legal problems. Current events inform every assignment; you might analyze, for example, the case against McDonalds brought on behalf of obese children, and then research legislation known as the “Cheeseburger Bill,” prohibiting such lawsuits. An exciting, multimedia environment makes learning vivid.

1001. Law in Society (3 s.h.) F S SS. RCI: IN.

(Formerly: LAW SBA C001.)

The American legal system affects each of us on a daily basis. Educated citizens, no matter what career path they may choose, should be aware of the ways in which the law can impact their lives. This survey course introduces students to the essential aspects of law: its sources, organization, and evolution. They will learn the basic elements of constitutional, contract, criminal, tort, and administrative law. The political, social, and economic forces that affect change are also discussed thereby providing guidance as to the future direction of the law.

Note: This course can be used to satisfy the university Core Individual and Society (IN) requirement. Although it may be usable towards graduation as a major requirement or university elective, it cannot be used to satisfy any of the university GenEd requirements. See your advisor for further information.

1101. Legal Environment of Business (3 s.h.)

The legal system affects each of us on a daily basis. Educated citizens, no matter what career path they may choose, should be aware of the ways in which the law impacts their lives in a personal and business setting. This course will introduce students to the essential aspects of law with an emphasis on the legal environment of business. Students will learn the basics of contract, tort, property, and administrative law as well as international law. The law involving business would include a discussion of the types of legal entities, as well as employer and employee relations. The political, social and economic forces that affect change are also discussed thereby providing guidance as to the future direction of the law in both the United States and around the world.

1102. Law of Contracts (3 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: LAW SBA 0101.)

Prerequisite: Law 1001 (C001).

When you buy a car, rent an apartment, or take out insurance, you are entering into a contract. Whether as consumers or business professionals, our lives are frequently affected by our agreements with others. In this course, students will learn the basics of contract law including how contracts are negotiated and created, how they are enforced, and what happens when contractual promises are broken. Using the case method, students will also become familiar with the relevant portions of the Uniform Commercial Code that deal with the sale of goods, products, and services.

1901. Honors Legal Environment of Business (3 s.h.) RCI: HO.

The legal system affects each of us on a daily basis. Educated citizens, no matter what career path they may choose, should be aware of the ways in which the law impacts their lives in a personal and business setting. This course will introduce students to the essential aspects of law with an emphasis on the legal environment of business. Students will learn the basics of contract, tort, property, and administrative law as well as international law. The law involving business would include a discussion of the types of legal entities, as well as employer and employee relations. The political, social and economic forces that affect change are also discussed thereby providing guidance as to the future direction of the law in both the United States and around the world.

3502. Law for the Entrepreneur (3 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: LAW SBA 0103.)

Prerequisite: Law 1001 (C001).

Whether you plan to start a business or to join one, this course will provide the basics of what you need to know. It will explore the legal issues involved in starting and operating a business and will cover how to form, operate and dissolve such entities as a sole proprietorship, partnership, and corporation. The course will also deal with agency and creditor rights providing the entrepreneur with a basic understanding of the legal environment in which businesses operate.

3503. The Consumer and the Law (3 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: LAW SBA 0104.)

Prerequisite: Law 1001 (C001).

Good people can suffer bad credit, traffic accidents, problems with a landlord, the pain of a divorce, or the death of a family member. This practical course will explore the legal issues that an individual may encounter in everyday life and will offer real solutions to those problems. Topics will include the consumer protection laws dealing with collection practices, loans and credit cards, landlord-tenant relationships, the purchase of a home, traffic law issues, bankruptcy, wills, divorce and insurance.

3504. Sports and the Law (3 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: LAW SBA 0105.)

Prerequisite: Law 1001 (C001).

The sports industry is a multi-billion dollar enterprise where athletes command millions of dollars in salaries and sports enthusiasts spend countless hours following their favorite teams. This course will explore the landmark decisions and social environment, which has transformed these games of fun into a very powerful industry enjoying special protection under the law. Topics will include sports franchise rights, league issues, antitrust laws, sports agents, injuries to athletes, intercollegiate sports, collective bargaining issues, the powers of the Commissioner and gender equity.

3505. Constitutional Law (3 s.h.) S.

(Formerly: LAW SBA 0107.)

Prerequisite: Law 1001 (C001).

The United States Constitution is the supreme law of the land and establishes our fundamental rights against unreasonable government intrusion. This course will explore how the constitution and the various court decisions interpreting this historic document have affected the political, social, and economic factors that shape our lives and business development.

3506. Law, Technology and E-Commerce (3 s.h.) S.

(Formerly: LAW SBA 0108.)

Prerequisite: Law 1001 (C001).

New technology has revolutionized the way we do business—from electronic banking to Internet commerce—and has raised a host of new legal issues. This course will increase students’ awareness of the rights and problems that arise with the development of new products and services. Topics include trade secrets, patents, copyrights, and trademarks. Special attention will be devoted to the legal protection and unique problems faced by the computer industry in the development of new products and online services.

3507. Business Law for Accountants (3 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: LAW SBA 0110.)

Prerequisite: Law 1001 (C001).

The legal environment in which businesses operate requires the accounting professional to possess a basic understanding of the law. The course is designed to provide an overview of the legal topics that Certified Public Accountants and other accounting professionals need in their practices. The course will also satisfy the requirements of the Pennsylvania CPA statute, which requires a course in business law. Topics will include the law of Contracts, Business Organizations, the Uniform Commercial Code, Government Regulations, and Debtor/Creditor relationships.

3508. The Litigation Process (3 s.h.) SS.

(Formerly: LAW SBA 0111.)

Prerequisite: Law 1001 (C001).

We live in a litigious society in which lawsuits have become the accepted way of resolving conflicts in both a business and personal setting. This course will provide an overview of the litigation process and the types of remedies available to those who sue. Topics include the federal and state court systems, the art of negotiation, the Rules of Civil Procedure and the Rules of Evidence. Problems involving the law of contracts and torts will be applied to various fact patterns demonstrating how a case progresses through the pleadings, discovery, and trial itself. Attention will also be devoted to alternative ways of resolving disputes such as mediation and arbitration.

3562. International Law (3 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: LAW SBA 0106.)

Prerequisite: Law 1001 (C001).

Fifty percent of the net profits of most large corporations are generated through international transactions. This course will explore the legal considerations that apply to U.S. businesses abroad and will explore issues of contract negotiations, enforcement of judgments, international conventions, sovereign immunity, and current multinational business issues such as dumping, products liability, and patents and copyrights.

3580. Special Topics - Law (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: LAW SBA 0394.)

Prerequisite: This course is generally limited to graduating Legal Studies majors.

Special topics in current developments in the field of legal studies.

3581. Coop in Law (2 to 3 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: LAW SBA 0288.)

Prerequisite: Approval of Legal Studies Department and Fox School Honors Director.

The course is designed for students who are enrolled in the Temple University Law Scholars Program. Students who are not in the Law Scholars Program but are pursuing the Law and Business major may be allowed to register for this course with the permission of the chair of the Legal Studies Department.

3582. Independent Study (1 to 6 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: LAW SBA 0395.)

Prerequisite: Consultation with faculty member and department chair. This course is generally limited to graduating Legal Studies majors.

This course is limited to Legal Studies majors and requires the approval of the department chair with the sponsorship of a faculty member from the department. The course requires a comprehensive legal analysis of a legal topic that culminates in the writing of a substantial research paper.

3682. Independent Study (1 to 6 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: LAW SBA 0396.)

Prerequisite: Consultation with faculty member and department chair. This course is generally limited to graduating Legal Studies majors.

This course is limited to Legal Studies majors and requires the approval of the department chair with the sponsorship of a faculty member from the department. The course requires a comprehensive legal analysis of a legal topic that culminates in the writing of a substantial research paper.

3900. Honors Special Topics (3 s.h.) RCI: HO.

(Formerly: LAW SBA H394.)

This Honors course covers special topics in current developments in the field of legal studies.

4596. Legal Research, Writing, and Advocacy (3 s.h.) F S SS. RCI: WI.

(Formerly: LAW SBA W112.)

Prerequisite: For Legal Studies majors only who have completed the majority of their major courses. Exceptions made by department chair only.

Whether you plan to be an entrepreneur, lawyer, or paralegal, legal research, writing, and advocacy skills will give you a competitive edge. This course will provide an introduction on how to conduct legal research and how to analyze that research in order to solve legal problems. Using the law library and the Internet, students will learn how to locate federal and state court decisions, statutes and regulations. Through a hands-on approach, students will update the law, analyze their findings and argue their case.

Note: Capstone course for Legal Studies majors.
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