Business Law
Students will understand the history, structure, and operation of the American legal system and the basic principles of law relevant to business operations. They will demonstrate competency by explaining how laws and regulations are created and applied; they will demonstrate an understanding of the legal environment of business.
Topics Covered
Marking Period 1 or 3
Chapter 1 - Our Laws
- Our Legal System
- Types of Laws
Chapter 2 - Ethics and Our Law
- What is Ethics
- Reasoning About Right and Wrong
- How is Ethics Expressed in Our Laws
Marking Period 2 or 4
12 Angry Men
Chapter 5 - Our Criminal Laws
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Procedure
Chapter 6 - Personal Injury Laws
- Offenses Against Individuals
- Intentional Torts, Negligence, and Strict Liability
- Civil Procedure
