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Law 19 - Spring 2017 - Rose

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Activities   

law home

     

Bankruptcy Forms

bk-facts

instructions

EVICTION

PROJECT

 

Team Presentations

 

 

                                                                                         

Syllabus 

  

 

Law 19 - Property & Creditor Rights  – 3:00 Units
Section #7824 

   
This is a hybrid class and meets weekly
Weds./Fridays 10:30 - 11:10 am - San Fernando High School 

     

Instructor:       Manny Rose,  Attorney at Law  

Office hours:       Before or after class 

Email:                  legaleagle53@hotmail.com

Canvas                https://ilearn.laccd.edu 

Calendar             http://lamission.org

 

Textbook:             Business Law  13th ed. 

                             Kenneth W. Clarkson, Roger LeRoy Miller, Gaylord A. Jentz, Frank B. Cross

ISBN:                     ISBN:1285185242 / 9781285185248 

 

 

Course Description:    Law 19 is a study of the law of personal property and real property including community property, joint tenancy, leases, deeds, contracts, escrows, deeds of trust, a study of the system of recording and search of public documents, a study of bankruptcy laws and forms. 


Course Organization: 
Law 19 is organized into assignments, quizzes, forum discussions, and two final projects, one a Chapter 7 Debtor Bankruptcy, and Eviction (Unlawful Detainer) forms for both Petitioner (Landlord) and Respondent (Tenant) .  

For Calendar of Activities and Assignments see http://lamission.org 

Assignments = 25% of your grade

Tests = 25% of your grade

Bankruptcy project  = 20% of your grade

Eviction project = 15% of your grade

Team Presentations  = 15% of your grade 

                         

  

Chapter Tests
Test #A Chp. 31 #1  Bankruptcy  
Test #B Chp. 31 #2 Bankruptcy    
Test #C Chp. 30 #1  Secured Transactions  
Test #D Chp. 30 #2  Secured Transactions  
Test #E Chp. 29 #1  Creditors' Rights & Remedies  
Test #F Chp. 29 #2  Creditors' Rights & Remedies  
Test #G Chp. 49 #1 Real  Property & Landlord-Tenant Relationships   
Test #H Chp. 49 #2  Real  Property & Landlord-Tenant Relationships  
Test #I Chp. 48  #1 Personal Property & Bailments   
Test #J Chp. 48 #2 Personal Property & Bailments   
Test #K Chp. 44 Consumer Law  
Test #L Chp. 28  Checks & Banking in the Digital Age 
Test #M Chp. 34   Employment, Immigration & Labor Law 
Test #N Chp. 46 Antitrust Quiz

Week 1 - Due 2/12/17


Week 2 - Due 2/19/17

  • Read Chapter 31 on Bankruptcy
  • #1  Bankruptcy Codes - summarize (3)
  • #2  Chp. 31 Case Problem - Automatic Stay
  • Test #A - Chp. 31 Bankruptcy (#1)  
  • weekly discussion forum

Week 3 - Due  2/26/17

  • no chapter to read
  • #3 Summarize Steps in a Bankruptcy 
  • #4 Summarize the bankruptcy forms
  • Test #B Chp. 31 Bankruptcy Quiz (#2)  
  • weekly discussion forum

Week 4 - Due 3/5/17

  • Read Chapter 30 on Secured Transactions
  • #5 California Exemptions - listen to podcast
  • Test  #C - Chp. 30 - Secured Transactions (#1)  
  • weekly discussion forum

Week 5 - Due  3/12/17

  • no chapter to read
  • #6 Chp. 30 Case Problem - Priority of Disputes
  • Test #D Chp. 30 Secured Transactions Quiz (#2)  
  • weekly discussion forum

Week 6 - Due  3/19/17

  • Read Chapter 29 on Creditors' Remedies
  • #7 Chp. 29 Case Problem - Subrogation Rights
  • Test #E  Chp. 29 - Creditors' Rights & Remedies (#1)  
  • weekly discussion forum

Week 7 - Due  3/26/17

  • Read Chapter 49  on Real Property & Landlord-Tenant Relationships
  • #8 Chp. 49 Case Problem - Mechanic Liens Procedure
  • Test #F Chp. 29 - Creditors' Rights & Remedes (#2)  
  • weekly discussion forum

Week 8 - Due  4/2/17

  • no chapter to read
  • #9 Eviction Procedures 
  • Test #G Chp. 49  Real Property & Landlord-Tenant Relationships Quiz (#1)  
  • weekly discussion forum 
  • Spring Break 4/3 - 4/9 

Week 9 - Due 4/16/17 

  • no chapter to read
  • #10 Method of 3 day service
  • Test #H  Chp. 49  Real Property & Landlord-Tenant Relationships Quiz (#2) 
  • weekly discussion forum 

Week 10__Due  4/23/17 

  • Read Chapter 48 on Personal Property & Bailments
  • #11 3 day notice to pay rent or quit
  • Test #I Chp. 48 Personal Property & Bailments  Quiz (#1)  
  • weekly discussion forum 

Week 11 - Due 4/30/17 

  • no chapter to read
  • #12 Rules on Repair and Deduct
  • #13 Green case and "habitability"
  • Test #J Chp. 48 Personal Property & Bailments  Quiz (#2)
  • weekly discussion forum

Week 12 - Due 5/7/17 

  • Read Chp. 44 Consumer Law 
  • #14  Chp. 48 Case Problem - Bailments
  • #15  Equal Credit Opportunity
  • Test #K Chp. 44 Consumer Law Quiz  
  • weekly discussion forum

Week 13 - Due  5/14/17

  • Read Chp. 28 Banking in the Digital Age
  • #16 -  Submit Eviction (Unlawful Detainer) Project
  • #17 Chp. 44 Case Problem 
  • Test #L  - Chp. 28 - Banking in the Digital Age
  • weekly discussion forum

Week 14 - Due 5/21/17

  • Read Chp. 34 Employment, Immigration and Labor Law 
  • #18 - Submit Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Project 
  • #19  Worker Comp case law  
  • Test #M  -  Chp. 34 Employment, Immigration and Labor Law 
  • weekly discussion forum

Week 15 - Due 5/28/17

  • Read Chapter 46 Antitrust law  
  • #20 - Chp. 34  case problem 
  • Test #N - Chapter 46 - Antitrust Law
  • weekly discussion forum 
  • What did you learn?


Student Learning Outcomes:
  Upon successful completion of this course, a student will be able to:

1. Brief law cases in property law including bankruptcy, secured transactions, creditors' remedies, real and personal property, and landlord-tenant matters.  

2. Critically analyze and argue issues in property law including the issues listed above in #1.  

3. Prepare legal documents, forms or papers for a Chapter 7 (no asset) bankruptcy, Unlawful Detain (Eviction) papers including summons, Complaint, 3 day notice to pay rent or quit, month to month lease, Answer to Unlawful Detainer along with affirmative defenses. 

Students will read property law cases and write a case brief demonstrating their understanding and application of the essential facts and rules of law and legal principles of the case. see case brief rubric at http://missionparalegal.pbworks.com/briefing
  
Skill Level:
 College level reading and writing; ability to access the internet.  Necessary skills include proficiency using a word processing program, including spell checker, using a web browser, sending and receiving email, saving documents as RTFs (rich text format), uploading and attaching documents.   

Estimated Time per Week:  10 hours (see Carnegie Rule)


Class format: 
The class is an enirely online class.  We use the Canvas course management system.    Carefully read our policies.

The class follows a weekly format. If you click on the links on the left side of your canvas classroom, you will see your assignments, quizzes, and discussions.  There are many opportunities for you to participate and earn points to attain a good grade.  

Online classes require your attention and effort.  If you fail to log into the class during the first two weeks you will be excluded from the class.  There are activities and assignments each week; you will need to log into the class several times a week. 

To be a successful online/hybrid student, you need to do schedule a regular time for studying, read and complete on line activities, and more.  

 

Technical Requirements:  The minimum computer requirements are:  Computer, either a Macintosh or IBM compatible; modem, minimum 28.8, broadband or high speed internet access is preferred and is required to view the videos.  Software:  Web browser software, preferably Firefox 3.5 or Internet Explorer 8, an e-mail address and a word processing program. 

 
Get Firefox: http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/all.html 

Get Google Chrome - http://chrome.google.com

Get a free email account at: www.mail.google.com

Students who do not have regular computer access may use computers in the campus Learning Resource Center.  Be sure to save all your papers and assignments on a flash drive.


Course Login: 
   https://ilearn.laccd.edu

 

First Assignment:  Introduce yourself to the class under the forum discussions for the first week.  This is where you will get to know your classmates. Post your introduction by Sunday evening of the 2nd week. You may be dropped from class if you do not post your introductions by the end of the 2nd week of class. 


Contacting Your Instructor:
  I check my email several times a day and respond to emails within 24 hours.  Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions; email me at: legaleagle53@hotmail.com   in the subject line put: Law 19 #7824.  I am also available in-person in my campus office on Weds. afternoons from 3-6 pm, or by phone or email. 

 

EXPECTATIONS FOR WRITTEN WORK

VOCABULARY - You are expected to read and understand the material presented in the assigned text and articles you locate. 

FORMAT - Papers submitted should be written in accordance with the APABluebook, or other recognized formatting style
GRAMMAR - Use active voice in your writing. Also use the spelling and grammar check feature of your Word Processor before submitting your papers. 
 

 

 Homework Assignments:  Assignments require you to read and brief law cases. Read the information on "briefing law cases".  

CASE BRIEF GRADING RUBRIC

**above adopted from case grading rubric - AAFPE.org website

Students who plagiarize will receive zero credit on the assignment.


Bankruptcy The class is divided into a final project in the preparation of a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Petition and accompanying schedules, and documents. This is 20% of your grade

Eviction papers 
  This class is divided into a final project in the preparation of Eviction (Unlawful Detainer) papers for both petitioner (landlord0 and the respondent (tenant). This is 15% of your grade

 

Quizzes:  The class is divided into weekly quizzes (20 multiple choice questions each). This is 25% of your grade.

Forum Discussions: The class is divided into weekly discussion forums. This is 15% of your grade.


Assignments 
The class is divided into weekly assignments. This is 25% of your grade. 

 

Grading Policy:  Letter grades will be determined based upon the following:

 

Points will be posted on the class website after each activity closes. 

 

Admissions and Records: Students can register for classes, request transcripts, file

petitions for graduation, and drop classes at this office. For more information call 818-833-3322 or visit:http://www.lamission.edu/admissions/

 

Assessment Center: Offers student assessments in English, English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) and Mathematics. Please contact the Assessment Center at (818) 364-7613 for more information or visit http://www.lamission.edu/assessment/

 

Bookstore: For hours of operation, book availability, buybacks, and other information call 818-364-7767 or 7768 or visithttp://eagleslanding.lamission.edu/default.asp

 

Counseling Department: For appointments and information call 818-364-7655 or visit

http://www.lamission.edu/counseling/

 

Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSP&S): For appointments, eligibility and

information call 818-364-7732 or visit http://www.lamission.edu/dsps/

 

Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOP&S): For appointments, eligibility and information call 818-364-7645 or visit http://www.lamission.edu/eops/

 

Financial Aid: For information and applications call 818-364-7648 or visit

http://www.lamission.edu/financialaid/

 

Library: For information on hours, resources, workshops, and other services contact 818-364-7106 or visithttp://www.lamission.edu/library/

 

STEM Office: For information on free tutoring, resources and academic counseling for

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Technology) students visit: http://www.lamission.edu/stem

 

Tutoring Services in Learning Center: Laboratories for Learning, Writing, Math &

Science. Walk-in and appointment services offered. Call 818-364-7754 or visit

www.lamission.edu/learningcenter/

 

Three Attempt Limit

A new state policy in effect as of 2012 limits students to three attempts per course.

Receiving a grade or a "W" for a course counts as an attempt, regardless of when the course was taken. Withdrawal by the deadline to avoid a "W" will not count as an attempt.  For Spring 2013 the deadline to avoid a “W” is Monday, February 18th. 

 

Reasonable Accommodation:   For students requiring accommodation the DSPS office provides special assistance in areas like: registering for courses, specialized tutoring, note-taking, mobility assistance, special instruction, testing assistance, special equipment, special materials, instructor liaisons, community referrals, and job placement.  The phone number for the Office of Students with Disabled Student Programs and Services is: (818) 364-7732. There website is http://lamission.edu/dsps 
 

CheatingUnauthorized material used during an examination (including electronic devices), changing answers after work has been graded, taking an exam for another student, forging or altering attendance sheets or other documents in the course, looking at another student’s paper/answers/essay/computer or exam with or without their approval is considered cheating. Any student caught cheating will receive a zero for the assignment/exam and referred to the Department chair and/or Student Services for further disciplinary action.

 

Plagiarism. Plagiarism is defined as the act of using ideas, words, or work of another person or persons as if they were one’s own, without giving proper credit to the original sources. This includes definitions found online on Wikipedia, materials from blogs, twitter, or other similar electronic resources. The following examples are intended to be representative, but not all inclusive:

 

            Failing to give credit by proper citations for others ideas and concepts, data and information, statements and phrases, and/or interpretations and conclusions.
 

            Failing to use quotation marks when quoting directly from another, whether it be a paragraph, a sentence, or a part thereof
 

            Paraphrasing the expressions or thought by others without appropriate quotation marks or attribution
 

            Representing another’s artistic/scholarly works such as essays, computer programs, photographs, paintings, drawings, sculptures or similar works as one’s own.

 

 

For the first offense, you will receive a zero for the assignment in question. Any further offenses may result in expulsion from the class, as determined by the disciplinary action from the Office of Student Services.

 

Website opens      2/6/17 

 

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS

If you require special accommodations for a disability, religious holiday, or any other reason please inform your instructor(s) within the first week of the course and we will accommodate you if at all possible. For accommodations due to disability, you must consult with the Disabled Students Programs and Services Office after which we will abide by their recommendations.

 

“MANAGEMENT OF STRESS AND MENTAL HEALTH: 

As a student, not only do you have the pressure of succeeding in school, you may also be contending with work, financial issues, relationships, managing time effectively, getting enough sleep, etc.  The staff and faculty of Los Angeles Mission College are here to provide support that will help you to be successful in your academic pursuits.  You can learn more about the broad range of confidential student services offered on campus, including counseling and mental health services, by either visiting the Student Health Center (SHC), which is currently located in the Bungalow just west of the Collaborative Studies Building*,  checking out the SHC webpage at:  https://www.lamission.edu/healthcenter/ or calling: 818 362-6182.
 

I also encourage you to enter the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number (1-800-273-8255) into your cell phone in case you or someone you know is in distress and needs someone with whom to talk.

 

*Please note that the SHC is slated to move into its new location, between the President’s Office and Administrative Services, in the spring 2016 semester.”

 

 

COLLEGE RESOURCES FOR LAMC STUDENTS

see http://lamission.edu/de/student-services

 

 

  updated: 1/27/17

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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