| Course ID: | AAEC 4050E/6050E. 3 hours. |
| Course Title: | Agribusiness Law |
Course
Description: | Students will survey legal principles applying to agribusiness
firms and will be introduced to legal basics and how to access
legal materials. Through an understanding of common law, case
law, statutes and regulations, students will learn how to
discern rights and obligations applying to businesses. |
| Oasis Title: | AGBUS LAW |
| Duplicate Credit: | Not open to students with credit in AAEC 4050/6050 or ENVM(ECOL)(FANR)(EHSC) 4770H or LEGL 4400/6400 |
| Nontraditional Format: | This course will be taught 95% or more online. |
| Prerequisite: | Third-year student standing and (POLS 1101 or HIST 2111 or HIST 2112) |
| Grading System: | A-F (Traditional) |
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| Course Objectives: | Students will survey legal principles applying to agribusiness
firms and will be introduced to legal basics and how to access
legal materials. Through an understanding of common law, case
law, statutes and regulations, students will learn how to
discern rights and obligations regarding contracts, torts,
property, and business documents. The materials should enable
students to recognize and avoid legal problems and effectively
use legal counsel. |
| Topical Outline: | Foundations of Law
Dispute Resolution
Liability and Nuisance
Local Government
Contracts
Sales
Warranties
Negotiable Instruments and Secured Transactions
Real and Personal Property
Business Organizations
Agency and Employment |