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LGLA-2303-001 Torts and Personal Injury Law
Prerequisite: LGLA 1307 or Department Chair consent
This course presents fundamental concepts of tort law with emphasis on the paralegal's role. Topics include intentional torts, negligence and strict liability.
Student ResourcesStudent Resources Website
Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)
Hybrid
Torts Law 6th Edition
Author: J. Stanley Edwards
ISBN: 978-1-285-44804-6
PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES:
(minimum competencies) After studying the material presented in this course of study, the student will be able to do the following as evaluated by the faculty in the department/program:
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A complete statement regarding scholastic dishonesty can be found in the Student Code of Conduct in the Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook at
http://www.actx.edu/student/responsibilities/
Project and Testing Policy: Specific dates for project due dates are provided. These dates are adhered to unless changes are announced in class. If you miss a pop quiz or test, you will be allowed to make-it up with one week after the original test date of the test. 10 points will be deducted as a late penalty.
Finally, you are responsible for material in your reading assignments for tests regardless of whether or not it is specifically discussed in lecture. From time to time, supplemental readings and assignments may be made during class, and you are responsible for such readings and assignments even if you are absent.
Assignments:
Late Assignment Policy: NO LATE WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED. IF AN ASSIGNMENT IS LATE, YOU WILL RECEIVE A GRADE OF "0". No Exceptions.
BE SURE TO SEE YOUR INSTRUCTOR BEFORE YOU CHANGE TO NON-CREDIT, DROP, OR WITHDRAW. THERE MAY BE OPTIONS OF WHICH YOU ARE NOT AWARE.
You are responsible for all materials covered and assigned in class. From time to time, supplemental readings and assignments may be made during class, and you are responsible for such readings and assignments even if you are absent.
Finally, you are responsible for material in your reading assignments for exams regardless of whether or not it is specifically discussed in lecture.
Grading Criteria:
Class grade will be based upon successful completion of the following:
Final Exam: 25%
Drafting Assignments/Review Assignments/Homework: 15%
Quizzes and Tests: 25%
Tort Engagement/Collaborative Assignment and Presentation: 25%
Attendance 10%
Grading Scale: 90-100 = A
80- 89 = B
70- 79 = C (Minimum grade required for all Legal Studies majors.)
60- 69 = D
<60 = F
Attendance Policy: Employees in the legal world are expected to be at work each day; therefore, students in paralegal studies classes are expected to be in class promptly and routinely.
Attendance is required. Attendance accounts for 10% of your grade.
You are responsible for all materials covered and assigned in class. From time to time, supplemental readings and assignments may be made during class, and you are responsible for such readings and assignments even if you are absent.
Finally, you are responsible for material in your reading assignments for exams regardless of whether or not it is specifically discussed in lecture.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Any student who, because of a disabling condition, may require some special arrangements in order to meet course requirements should contact Accessibility Services (L101, Phone 371-5436) as soon as possible.
Assignments:
LGLA 2303 TORTS AND PERSONAL INJURY LAW
Spring 2022
Lesson Schedule
Date |
Class Discussion |
Homework Assignment |
January 18/Jan 24 |
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Syllabus Quiz due Jan 23 Introduction Discussion Board due Jan 23 Read Chapter 1 and Chapter 2 |
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January 24 part 2 |
Engagement assignment discussion
Discuss Chapter 1 and Discuss Chapter 2 |
Chapter 1 and Chapter 2 Assignment (Due 1/30) Chapter 1 Quiz (due 1/30) Chapter 2 Quiz (Due 1/30)
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January 31 |
Discuss Chapter 3 Cause of Action Memorandum Assignment |
Chapter 3 Assignment Due 2/6)
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February 7 |
Engagement Assignment Given |
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February 14 |
DISCUSS CHAPTER 4 |
Chapter 4 Assignment (Due 2/20) Chapter 4 Quiz (Due 2/20) Cause of Action Memorandum Due (2/20) |
February 21 |
Discuss Chapter 5 and Chapter 6 Document Drafting |
Chapter 5 Assignment (Due 2/27) Chapter 5 Quiz(Due: 2/27) Chapter 6 Assignment (Due 2/27) Chapter 6 Quiz(Due: 2/27) |
March 6 |
Discuss Chapter 7
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Chapter 7 Assignment (Due 3/13) Chapter 7 Quiz(Due:3/13) Drafting Due
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March 21 |
Discuss Chapter 8
Document Drafting |
Chapter 8 Review Questions Due 3/27 Chapter 8 Quiz(Due: 3/27) Drafting Due |
March 28 |
Discuss Chapter 9 and Chapter 10
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Chapter 9 and Chapter 10 Assignment (Due 4/3) Chapter 9 and Chapter 10 Quiz(Due: 4/3) |
April 4 |
Discuss Chapter 11 and Chapter 12
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Chapter 11 and Chapter 12 Assignment (Due: 4/10) Chapter 11 and Chapter 12 Quiz(Due: 4/10) |
April 11 |
Discuss Chapter 13 and Chapter 14
Document Drafting |
Chapter 14 Chapter 13 Assignment (Due: 4/17) Chapter 13 and Chapter 14 Quiz(Due: 4/17) |
April 18 |
Discuss Chapter 15 and Chapter 16
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Chapter 15 and Chapter 16 Assignment Due 4/24 Chapter 15 and Chapter 16 Quiz(Due: 4/24) Drafting Assignment (Due: 5/1) |
April 25 |
Discuss Chapter 17 and Chapter 18 Presentations Discuss Chapter 19 |
Chapter 17 and Chapter 18 Assignment (Due: 5/1) Chapter 17 and Chapter 18 Quiz (Due: 5/1) |
May 2 |
Final Exam Review/ Q&A
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Study for Final |
May 9 |
FINAL EXAM |
Final Exam Due |
DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE BASED ON CLASS PROGRESSION
IMPORTANT DATES
01/16/22 8:12 AM
01/31/22 9:19 AM