PAR 1103 Litigation

Introduction to the civil system, courts, torts and civil pleadings. The student will develop skills in drafting basic pleadings. Note: This course must be taken concurrently with PAR 1101 and PAR 1102.

Prerequisites: Restricted to Majors

Course Outcomes

• Apply Ohio and federal statutes and court rules to jurisdictional issues.
• Prepare instructions for service, complaint, answer, motion, notice of appeal.
• Identify types of torts and distinguish among intentional torts, negligent torts, and strict liability.

Credit Hours: 3

• Classroom: 3 hours

• Division: Business and Public Services
• Department: Legal Studies

• Repeatable Credit: No
• Offered Online: No