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Legal Environment of Business

Legal Environment of Business

This course is part of Business Law and the Legal Environment Specialization

Instructor: Pearson

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1 module

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

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4 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

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1 module

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Analyze the U.S. legal system, from its foundational sources of law to the processes for resolving civil disputes.
Explain the constitutional basis for regulating commerce and its application to electronic business.

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This course is part of the Business Law and the Legal Environment Specialization

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There is 1 module in this course

Gain a foundational understanding of the U.S. legal system and learn how to apply it in practical scenarios. This course will teach you to distinguish between state and federal courts, a crucial skill for determining the correct jurisdiction for legal actions. You will explore the sources of American law, the steps in civil litigation, and compare alternative methods of dispute resolution like arbitration and mediation. By examining how the government regulates commerce, you will be prepared to apply your knowledge of legal frameworks in real-world professional and academic situations.

In this course, we will delve into the intricacies of the State and Federal Court Systems. We will explore the roles and functions of these systems, as well as the differences between them. Understanding the court system is essential for understanding where to file lawsuits and other court documents. We will also examine the three branches of government for state and federal cases. By the end of this course, you will have a comprehensive understanding of the state and federal court systems and their respective jurisdictions.

What's included

1 video2 assignments4 app items4 plugins

1 videoTotal 3 minutes

State & Federal Court Systems3 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Practice Quiz30 minutes
Graded Quiz30 minutes

4 app itemsTotal 145 minutes

Reading: Legal Heritage and the Information Age pp. 1-1530 minutes
Reading: Courts and Jurisdiction pp. 16-3535 minutes
Reading: Judicial, Alternative, and E-Dispute Resolution pp. 37-5740 minutes
Reading: Constitutional Law for Business and E-Commerce pp. 58-7940 minutes

4 pluginsTotal 20 minutes

Interactive: Three Branches of Government5 minutes
Interactive: State and Federal Court Systems5 minutes
Interactive: Alternative Dispute Resolution5 minutes
Interactive: Commerce Clause5 minutes

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Yes, you can preview the first video and view the syllabus before you enroll. You must purchase the course to access content not included in the preview.

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Once you enroll and your session begins, you will have access to all videos and other resources, including reading items and the course discussion forum. You’ll be able to view and submit practice assessments, and complete required graded assignments to earn a grade and a Course Certificate.