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Business Law for Managers

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Learn about your legal responsibilities as a manager. Discover what you need to know about basic US business and intellectual property law.

Syllabus

Introduction

Business law: Your new favorite subject
Legal disclaimer

1. Business Law Basics

Areas of business law
Intellectual property
Employment law 101
Torts and the court system

2. Your Role as a Manager

Your responsibilities on behalf of the company
How to recognize and mitigate risks
Potential personal liability: How to prevent it
When to bring in a legal professional

3. The Ins and Outs of Liability

Wrongful discharge
Harassment
Discrimination
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

4. Business Ethics

The business law and ethics overlap
What to do when facing an ethical dilemma
How to protect the company and yourself from liability

5. The Corporate Veil

What is the corporate veil?
The corporate veil and corporate wrongdoing
The corporate veil and your role as manager

Conclusion

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Taught by

Jo-Ná Williams

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