Medical Malpractice (7751)
(08/16/2021-12/11/2021)
Prerequisite Courses
| Course | Description | Credits | Course Type Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| 540 | Torts I | Credits: 3 | Crs Type: R |
| 545 | Torts II | Credits: 3 | Crs Type: R |
| 560 | Civil Procedure I | Credits: 3 | Crs Type: R |
| 565 | Civil Procedure II | Credits: 3 | Crs Type: R |
Course Memo
This course will introduce students to the law and practice of civil medical professional liability cases through exercises and simulations. Students will engage in pre-trial proceedings such as pleadings, interviewing clients and witnesses, and conducting discovery. Students will prepare for and participate in mock pre-trial conferences which will include witness examination, negotiation and arguing pre-trial motions.
Course Section Description
This course satisfies the Skills or Drafting Requirement.Assigned Books
| Title | Author | ISBN | Year | Edition | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Law and Health Care Quality, Patient Safety and Medical Liability | Furrow, Greaney, Johnson, Jost | 978-1683288565 | 2018 | 8th | 162.00 |