Business Law I
Table of Contents
Business Law I
"Understanding the Legal Foundations of Business and Commerce"
Chapter 1: Introduction to Business Law
○ The Purpose and Importance of Business Law
○ Sources of Law and the U.S. Legal System
○ Ethics and the Law in Business
→ Chapter Quiz: Legal Basics
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Chapter 2: The Court System and Legal Procedures
○ Federal and State Court Structures
○ Civil vs. Criminal Cases
○ How Lawsuits and Trials Work
→ Chapter Quiz: Courts and Legal Processes
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Chapter 3: Contracts: Formation and Elements
○ What Makes a Contract Legally Binding
○ Offer, Acceptance, and Consideration
○ Capacity and Legality
→ Chapter Quiz: Contract Formation
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Chapter 4: Contract Enforcement and Remedies
○ Breach of Contract
○ Legal and Equitable Remedies
○ Avoiding Common Contract Mistakes
→ Chapter Quiz: Contract Enforcement
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Chapter 5: Torts and Product Liability
○ Understanding Negligence and Liability
○ Intentional vs. Unintentional Torts
○ Product Safety and Consumer Protection
→ Chapter Quiz: Torts and Liability
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Chapter 6: Employment and Labor Law Basics
○ Employer–Employee Relationships
○ Workplace Rights and Responsibilities
○ Discrimination and Harassment Laws
→ Chapter Quiz: Employment Law
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Chapter 7: Intellectual Property and Business Ownership
○ Copyrights, Trademarks, and Patents
○ Trade Secrets and Confidentiality
○ Choosing a Business Structure (Sole Proprietorships, Partnerships, LLCs)
→ Chapter Quiz: Intellectual Property and Ownership
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Chapter 8: Business Ethics and Legal Decision-Making
○ Ethical Principles in Management and Law
○ Corporate Social Responsibility
○ Applying Legal Knowledge to Real Situations
→ Final Quiz: Comprehensive Course Assessment
References:
Kubasek, N. K., Browne, M. N., Herron, D. J., & Dhooge, L. J. (2022). Dynamic Business Law (6th ed.). McGraw Hill.
Beatty, J. F., Samuelson, S. S., & Abril, P. S. (2021). Business Law and the Regulation of Business (14th ed.). Cengage Learning.
U.S. Small Business Administration (2024). Business Law Essentials for Entrepreneurs.
Training Certificate Notice
This course is for personal and professional development only and does not provide state or federal certification. After each section, you’ll take a short quiz to reinforce your learning. To complete the course, you’ll take a Final Exam, with a score of 70% or higher required to demonstrate mastery. Upon completion, you’ll receive a Certificate of Training recognizing your hard work, dedication, and commitment to growth.