Major emphasis is on the two main articles of the code dealing with sales of goods and secured transactions. The classification of separate and community property, the management and control of the community, liability of debts, and problems arising from the dissolution of the community. The law relating to formation of contracts, the Statute of Frauds, third party beneficiary contracts, assignment of rights and delegation of duties, liability for breach of contract including the law of conditions and discharge, and other related problems. Includes general principles of damages, specific performance and injunction. The law relating to civil liability for intentional wrongs to persons and property, negligence, strict liability, misrepresentation, defamation, and other civil wrongs.
Students prepare for and participate in simulated trials.