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Examines the basic principles, history, and leading case precedents in the fields of contracts, torts, and criminal law. American law in these fields is also considered in light of natural law, human life issues and Catholic social and moral teaching. Attention is also given to the nature of the legal process, the elements of a legal case, the structure and functions of American courts, and alternative dispute resolution.
Examines the basic principles, history, and leading case precedents in the fields of property, constitutional law, and family law. American law in these fields is also considered in light of natural law, human life issues, and Catholic social and moral teaching. Attention is also given to the nature of the legal process, the elements of a legal case, the structure and functions of American courts, and alternative dispute resolution.