PLST255 — Torts and Personal Injury

An overview of tort and personal injury law with an emphasis on Washington statutes and procedure. This course will include concepts of negligence, intentional torts, and strict liability claims. Students will practice writing documents and providing analysis which are typically conducted by paralegals in a law office or agency in the field of civil and personal injury practice.

Prerequisites: PLST152, PLST153, PLST156, PLST232