LAW06023 2022 Law for Business

Describe the system of administration of justice in Ireland;

Distinguish between Irish and European laws and assess their impact on Irish business activities;

Apply the fundamental principles of contract law and tort law to facilitate informed decisions in the commercial environment;

Recognise key factors which will influence decision making within a complex legal environment;

Demonstrate the ability to cooperate and work effectively with peers.

Lectures will occur online using synchronous and asynchronous learning. Student engagement is encouraged, with opportunities to explore practical examples.

This module will be assessed by both continuous assessment and final examination.

Repeat assessment requirements will be identified by the relevant lecturer in conjunction with the examinations board.

1.     Introduction to the Irish and European legal systems:

• Sources of law, the Irish Constitution, Separation of Powers;
• Personnel of the law and the Irish court system;
• The importance of European Union law in relation to our legal system.

2.     The fundamental principles of contract law:

• The essential elements of a legally binding contract;
• Differentiate between the various terms of a contract;
• Exemption clauses and contracts in restraint of trade;
• Termination of contracts and remedies for breach of contract;
• Electronic contracts.

3.     The fundamental principles of tort law:

• Describe the basic principles of the law of negligence;
• Product liability and employer's liability.

4.     Commercial Law:

• Outline the main provisions of consumer protection law;
• Demonstrate an understanding of agency, franchising and hire purchase agreements;
• Describe the fundamental principles of insurance, and the insurance contract;
• Credit security, banking and finance.

5.        Employment Law:

• The essential elements of an employment contract;
• The obligations and duties of employers and employees;
• Termination of a contract of employment - Unfair Dismissals legislation;
• Equality legislation.