LA103 Introduction to legal concepts

This course provides students with an interesting introduction to law presented in an effective skill-building format. It explains the basics of the U.S. legal system, focusing first on organization and operation, then introducing students to the major areas of law practice and the legal principles that apply. Throughout the course, legal concepts are defined and explored in a clear, concise manner with numerous examples to demonstrate the application of theory.  Topics include, introduction in the form of an interoffice memorandum, duties and responsibilities that are typical of the area of law, case study involving criminal and civil implications,  trial procedure and research

Introduction to Law, 1/e,  Joanne Banker Hames, Yvonne Ekern,1998           

  ISBN 0-13-244781-9