| Criminal Justice and Corrections | | Law | | Law and Legal Studies (14 Classes) | | | Concordance 8 - Intermediate Level
Concordance is a document management application used by legal institutions to organize and prepare documents, transcripts and electronic data for litigation. Upon completion of this intermediate level course, students will be able to: understand and communicate the capabilities of the Concordance 8 database, understand litigation support definitions, and create a Concordance 8 database from scratch. In addition, once the database is created the learner will be able to perform data entry in the database, and load data into the database as well. The learner will also be able to manipulate data within the database by performing advanced searching techniques. Finally, this course will give the learner many of the necessary skills to move from an end-user level in Concordance 8 to a more advanced intermediate level of knowledge in Concordance 8 which will enhance the learner's potential for advancement in the litigation support profession. * There is no prerequisite to take this course, however, basic knowledge of Concordance at a beginner's level is suggested. | | | Concordance 8 and Opticon 3 - Beginner Level
This Beginner Level Concordance 8 and Opticon 3 course is designed for anyone interested in litigation management technology. It takes the right skills, the right information, the right tools, and the right employees to succeed. Now you can strengthen your knowledge base in litigation management technology and increase your potential for career advancement by learning Concordance 8 and Opticon 3. You will learn how to organize and prepare documents, transcripts, and electronic data for litigation. In addition, you will be able to: describe standard Concordance database structures, view document records, sort document records, search databases for document records, save searches, view document images, tag document records, apply issues and annotations to document records, coding documents and print document records and images. This course is specifically designed to teach attorneys, paralegals, document clerks, legal secretaries, and other individuals the basics to transfer this training into actual usage in an office setting. The only prerequisite for this course is knowledge of basic computer operation. | | | Contract Law 1 (Introduction)
The objective of this course is to provide an introduction to the fundamental facts that anyone should know about the Law of Contract. It discusses the principles that makes a contract valid or not.The basic components that must always be in a valid contract - offer, acceptance, consideration ( money) and intention to enter legal relations are explained. With the aid of real life cases, the rights and obligations that contracts create and which the law will enforce are thoroughly examined. Issues focused on range from how many people are needed to form a contract,what are their duties.What must they avoid not to be liable in law. When can they decide not to continue with a contract. A very important fact which affects a contract is whether or not letters and or documents are posted promptly. When do this affect the validity of a contract and when does it not?It is also very important for people who are involved in a contract to communicate exactly what they mean to each other. If they do not, the validity of the contract could be affected and the court might refuse to enforce the contract. When do these situations occur? Does the death of someone involved in a contract affect its validity?What would the court say about this scenario - and reward cases such as when the US put a ransom for information leading to the whereabout of Saddam?What would happen if the US government decides not to honour its promise. What would be the court's intepretation? These and more are the issues that are discussed in this course.The overall objective is to teach what makes a contract valid and what does not, so that expertise gained could be used to analyze properly situations and circumstances of a personal and professional nature. | | | Contract Law 2 (The Meaning Behind the Words, Phrases and Sentences)
This course sheds light on what the contents of a contract are which make it a document that a person can rely on in courts. What does a contract mean? What specific role do Clauses - Words, Phrases and Sentences have on Contracts? What are the various types of contract? What are the differences between these various types of contract? What effect does external factors have on the making of a contract? What effect does a public notice by a business outfit stating for instance ' Cars are parked at owners risk' mean? What does exclusion and limiting terms mean? Why do people insert clauses, especially exclusion and limiting ones, in contracts and what effect do they have on contracts? This course provides answers to all these questions with illustrated real life cases written lucidly to aid understanding. | | | Contract Law 3 (When Contracts are Not Contracts)
When the requirements necessary for a valid contract are present and all the clauses in a contract are correctly stated, it is still possible for a contract not to be a contract. This course, a follow up on an earlier course, Contract Law (Introduction),is in 6 parts. It discusses lucidly these circumstances, with thought provoking questions and very stimulating tests and assignments. The knowledge gained from the course will guide anyone in any position of responsibility in taking decisions based on sound legal principles. The course is useful for students in higher institutions, professionals in any position of responsibility and anyone who desires an update or knowledge of Contract Law. | | | CT Summation iBlaze - Beginner Level
CT Summation iBlaze - Beginner Level is an ideal learning tool for attorneys, paralegals, legal secretaries, litigation support personnel, or anyone who would like to enter the litigation support profession. Also, this course will teach the learner the essentials necessary to become a proficient end-user in CT Summation iBlaze. Also, this course will give the learner the knowledge necessary to compete for employment opportunities in the litigation support profession. Moreover, activities include learning all elements of CT Summation cases, including transcripts, the core database, electronic discovery, images, OCR base, companion databases and case tools. Participants will learn how to navigate CT Summation iBlaze; search all case elements; load case elements; become familiar with case tools; In addition, the learner will become familiar with CT Summation’s integration capabilities for maximum results. Finally, the learner will become familiar with manipulating images, administering case utilities, and customizing CT Summation iBlaze. This course is a must for anyone who is new to CT Summation iBlaze, and would like to become proficient in this litigation support software in a short period of time. | | | Electronic Discovery (E-Discovery) and Electronic Document Review
This E-Discovery and Electronic Document Review course is an ideal learning tool for attorneys, paralegals, or anyone who would like to learn the essentials of E-Discovery and Electronic Document Review in a profession capacity. This course will teach the learner the essentials necessary to become a proficient electronic document reviewer as well. In addition, this course will give the learner the knowledge necessary to compete for employment opportunities as a professional electronic document reviewer. This class provides practical knowledge on Electronic Discovery and Electronic Document Review techniques. In addition, in-class activities teach the learner the background of Electronic Discovery, Electronic Document Review Best Practices, as well as case law impacting the electronic discovery arena. In short, this course will prepare the learner by providing the competitive advantage needed in today's litigation support / E-Discovery arena. | | | Human Rights Law in Perspectives
One of the most profound effects of Marshall McLuhans' description of the world as a global village was its effects on human rights' activities. Today, with technology, most international human rights organizations have branches and affiliates all over the world and can therefore easily monitor human rights' violations. The world as presently constituted, therefore, provides an opportunity to get educated about one's basic rights and the events that shape history in different parts of the world. This course provides a general overview of international human rights and a thorough knowledge of fundamental human rights. It also discusses the role of international pressure groups and international courts and tribunals in observing and enforcing human rights. Lesson One and Two traces the philosophical background and types of human rights. Lesson Three focuses on the engine on which human rights operate - The Rule of Law, while Lesson Four examines how international human rights organizations mould public opinion and ensure observance of international human rights covenants. The course ends with the analysis of high profile cases of Senator Pinochet of Chile , Slobodan Milosevic of former Yugoslavia and Charles Taylor of Liberia - all former Heads of State. This course is meant for undergraduates and graduate students taking human rights courses and anyone seeking a career or an update on human rights. It will aid them in understanding the dialectics involved in human rights practice in the world, in addition to equipping them with current information on human rights' activities. | | | Immigration Procedure 101
Course Description Learn all about immigration procedures! This dynamic hands-on course teaches you everything you need to know about American Immigration procedures. It includes reference to temporary and permanent (Green Card) visas and citizenship. You might enroll because you want to get into the US or you might want to start a career as an Immigration Consultant! Lessons in this course are designed for anyone interested in Immigration Law or procedure; from the potential immigrant to the trainee immigration consultant. Learn the immigration jargon, learn to know which visa to apply for and how, what the difference is between a temporary and permanent visa, and how to become a US citizen. Learn specific procedure regarding: work sponsorship visas cultural exchange visas investor visas student visas visa waiver programs green card applications and much much more... Requirements Interested students must be able to meet the following minimum requirements: Have an interest in Law, immigration and the plight of aliens Have at least have finished High School Excellent use of the English language, excellent reading, writing and comprehension skills Have at least 4-6 years after-school work experience (if interested in a career as Immigration Consultant) | | | Introduction to the Law of Insurance
This introductory course examines the important principles of an insurance contract.Legal principles such as insurable interest, premiums, compensation and claims payment and the principles of good faith like misrepresentation, disclosure and consumers rights' against manufacturers of goods are examined in an in-depth manner, devoid of legal technicalities. Issues discussed in these topics are: What is an insurance contract? Who can be parties to it? What are the rights and obligations of these parties? What is the extent of their liabilities? What is the significance of agency in insurance contracts? What are the duties an agent owes his master ( the Principal)?H ow broad and or limited are these duties? Who can sue or be sued in insurance contract? How does the court make assessment of claims - what are the guiding principles? Do consumers have rights against manufacturers of items they consume - how can these rights be enforced? W hat are the contrainsts? Answers to these questions are discussed in a very lucid manner so that the learner gradually comes to a basic understanding of how insurance works in our everyday life. | | | Legal Secretary
This course is an entry level training class for Legal Secretaries who want to work in the legal field for attorneys, law firms or the courts. The course covers the daily routine of typing legal documents, making telephone calls, handling client files and file maintenance, maintaining a client index file with index card software download, court procedures, legal ethics and office protocol. The course also has typing tutor software, eBook downloads, legal forms, basic word processing software download, online resume workshop and online job bank referral. Students completing this course will be prepared to compile a resume and apply to law firms for entry level legal secretary positions. This legal secretary course actually exceeds the expectations for an entry level legal secretary, and the skills gained will qualify a competent legal secretary to work in any law firm or law office. | | | Legal Terminology 101
Legal questions come up regularly in our daily lives and the language of law is everywhere. Legal Terminology 101 is a comprehensive guide to the language of the legal system. If you're planning on purchasing a house, involved in a landlord-tenant dispute, making a will, buying a car, getting health insurance, applying for a credit card or hiring a lawyer then understanding the terminology of the contracts, forms and systems is vital for a successful outcome. This course is ideal for anyone wanting to quickly and easily learn common legal terms. Each of the self-paced lessons includes sound files so you can hear the pronunciation immediately. Whether you're a homemaker or a student or looking for work in the legal or business world this course will help you learn a new language the 'legal language' . | | | Legal Transcription The Easy Way
The course includes general information on the profession of law, from lawyers to the ancillary personnel. It discusses the skills needed, career opportunities, the regulations, ethics and professional responsibilities, and when and how licensing is required. You are presented information in a way that makes this easy to understand. An ever-growing number of legal assistants and transcriptionists are required in the legal field. The opportunities exist for both in-house or homeworking, an exciting prospect indeed for those who wish to work from home for all of the advantages it affords. It's a well-paying career, requires specialized expertise which can be utilized across a broadening range of career choices. This course will help you meet the growing demands for this type of work and make a good income. You will learn about the law, research legal websites, review various state court cases and document formats, and the option is available from the author to proceed to practice on legal dictation with either cassettes or CDs. This growing field merits your immediate attention, a great career step!! | | | Litigation Support and Electronic Discovery (E-Discovery) for Legal Professionals
Litigation Support and Electronic Discovery (E-Discovery) is an ideal learning tool for attorneys, paralegals, legal secretaries, litigation support personnel, or anyone who would increase their knowledge of litigation support and E-Discovery concepts from the beginner level to the intermediate level. Also, this course will teach the learner the essentials necessary to function at a quality level as a professional in the litigation support field. In addition, this course will give the learner the increased knowledge necessary to effectively compete for the increasing employment opportunities in the litigation support profession. This class provides practical knowledge in litigation support and E-Discovery. In addition, in-class activities include working with concepts of litigation support and E-Discovery, including, litigation support and E-Discovery Best Practices. In short, this course will provide you with the knowledge necessary to function as a quality litigation support/E-Discovery professional. | | Legal Issues (2 Classes) | | | Criminology Basics
How does our Criminal Justice system really work? This course will answer that question and provide an impartial and balanced look at current policies and legal issues facing the police, courts and our corrections system. If you're interested in pursuing a career in the criminal law field, business law or behavioral sciences, this class provides insights on crime control, criminal mindset, controversies involving the police, due process, prison life, rehabilitation and many other areas. An ideal course for anyone who wants to know how the criminal justice system really operates. | | | Evidence Law 101
If you are currently pursuing or are interested in working in areas of law, this course will provide you with the background information you will need to get started. The increasing demand for paralegals, legal secretaries, and law clerks to help attorneys gather and evaluate evidence offers many job opportunities. This course will equip you with basic skills to more effectively deal with the gathering, preparation and presentation of evidence in both civil and criminal cases. In today's modern American society, it seems that there is an ever-increasing amount of litigation in the United States court system. The act of filing a lawsuit for an increasing number of grievances, whether real or imagined, has become quite easy. And, as a consequence of less restrictive tort regulations, it becomes more and more likely that most Americans will spend at least some time in court at some point in their life. While most experiences with court will be routine and mundane civil actions (i.e., without any criminal implications), evidence is still required to substantiate the claims of the parties involved. For criminal cases, the need for a solid understanding of what is admissible evidence becomes increasingly important. It can be seen that, in either of these situations, it is important to have a basic understanding of evidence law and how it works. In cases of life and death, an understanding of evidence is critically important. It can literally mean the difference between a guilty party being punished and being set free. It can also exonerate those falsely accused, thereby preserving the reputation of those truly innocent. This introductory course is designed to familiarize the student with the basic concepts of United States law, the admission of evidence, different types of testimonies, burdens of proof, and more. |
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