Law for Business Mr. Bernstein Class Outline September 9, 2013

Law for Business Mr. Bernstein Course Goals Develop a fundamental understanding of the principles of law as it applies to business-related situations Empower students to think critically and draw conclusions across a range of legal scenarios Emphasize that legal and ethical behavior is the preferred course of action and that legal procedures are remedy of last resort 2

1. Course Outline – A. Unit 1: Fundamentals of US Legal System, Ethics and Ethical Behavior, Constitutional Rights, Court System of the US, US Criminal and Civil Laws (6-7 weeks) – B. Unit 2: Contract Law, Sales Transactions, Business Organization (8-9 weeks) – C. Unit 3: Real Property, Legal Consideration in Marriage and Divorce (1-2 weeks) 2. Textbook – A. Law for Business and Personal Use, 16 th Edition, John Adamson 3 Law for Business Mr. Bernstein

3. Classroom Routine – A. Daily Structure – B. Behavior – C. Electronic Devices 4. Grading – A. 30% Quizes / 30% Exams / 20% Projects / 10% Homework / 10% Class Participation 5. Makeup Policy – A. Tests and Quizes must be made up following day – B. Plan ahead 4 Law for Business Mr. Bernstein

6. EI (Extra Instruction) – A. Before or After school – arrange with me – B. Extra effort will be considered 7. Additional Opportunities – A. Investment Club – B. Business Academy – C. FBLA 5 Law for Business Mr. Bernstein

8. Evacuation Procedure 6 Law for Business Mr. Bernstein