Introduction to Private Law

Catalog description

This course introduces students to the main concepts and considerations and public policy implications of the law of torts, contracts, and property. Issues discussed may range from governmental liability for injuring and killing citizens to the patenting and ownership of new genetic configurations or genetically engineered animals and plants. Particular attention will be given to governmental abuse of power and the private law remedies for such abuse. Prerequisites: POLS 2310 and POLS 2311 ; and POLS 2312 or junior standing.