Torts

LEG 170
Description: Students analyze the broad range of civil wrongs known as torts. Among many subjects covered are intentional torts, negligence, products liability, strict liability, defamation, wrongful death, toxic torts, and mass torts. Students will also examine various defenses to liability such as consent, necessity, assumption of risk, contributory and comparative negligence, and sovereign immunity.

Prerequisite: None
Credits: 3

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