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About the Course

This course will give you a glimpse into six different areas of American law: Tort Law, Contract Law, Property, Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, and Civil Procedure. You will gain insight into the complexities and dilemmas that arise from the application of law in different settings, and what is distinctive about American approaches....

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Sep 16, 2018

I enjoyed this course and it helped me to understand the basic parts of American Law. My only suggestion is to provide even more cases as examples to demonstrate the doctrines and statutes. Thank you.

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Apr 9, 2020

A great first step on understanding the basic principles of American Law, providing an insight into impact on the systems we encounter on a daily basis and how these systems have developed over time.

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By Fran

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Aug 7, 2016

This course is brilliantly presented, featuring great overviews and insights. Fits the 'introductory' bill perfectly.

By Dmytro D

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Feb 27, 2021

This is truly an introduction. The course provided enough information about basic terms and concepts of American Law.

By Paul G

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Jun 12, 2020

I thought this course gave me a good grasp and understanding of how different types of law affect our everyday lives.

By Kojo D

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Jan 13, 2018

The course content was excellent. In addition, the Professors are well-versed in their areas of expertise. Thank you.

By Shao S

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Jan 19, 2016

Great course to have a grasp of some key American legal concepts as manifested in a handful of important legal areas.

By william w

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Apr 13, 2021

give me a general understanding of American Law and its legal system. Encourage me to learn more about American law.

By Christina O

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Jun 19, 2020

An efficient and enjoyable way to learn new material. I took it for fun and learned a lot through engaging lectures.

By Bharat A

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May 24, 2020

Excellent Course to get the feel of US Law, which will help you understand certain actions taken by people at large.

By Susan F

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Apr 9, 2020

Excellent course and very good tests. I didn't feel like the class was a marketing piece for the University at all.

By David M

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Nov 26, 2023

Informative and Interesting Overview. Excellent presentation; one of the best courses I have completed on Coursera.

By Germán E G

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Aug 13, 2020

I´m a Lawyer in my country and the course provided me with a wide view of the differential concepts of American Law

By Ava A

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Aug 8, 2020

Incredibly informative and includes plenty of real-world examples of how these principles of American Law are used.

By Roxalana J

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Apr 6, 2020

It was a very efficient course, gave a great background for various subjects of law and was quite easy to complete.

By Thomas K

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Sep 5, 2019

A refreshing and stimulating introductory glimpse into the legal system of the world's oldest continuous democracy!

By Maksim D

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Nov 17, 2015

Very easy to follow and organized. Also a plus to have different instructors teaching their individual specialties.

By Serena F

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Dec 7, 2020

Gives the student a good basic understanding on these important subjects. The instructions were clear and concise.

By Julia H

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Aug 4, 2020

All professors were wonderful but Anita Allen was especially wonderful. I learned so much. This course is amazing!

By Phillip B

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Jun 23, 2020

I enjoyed taking this very informative and enlightening course of study and would recommend this course to others.

By Boris d J N T

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Nov 15, 2024

Excelente Curso Introductorio sobre el Derecho Estadounidense. Muy Buena Explicacion por parte de los Profesores.

By Yakup S

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Mar 13, 2018

This course is really informative with videos and reading materials. Thanks for everyone who prepare this course.

By John G

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Dec 30, 2020

Engaging tutors, quality teaching material. As someone from England II found the Constitutional Law fascinating

By Rick O

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May 10, 2020

Enjoyed the thorough overview of American Law. Now motivated to learn more about various US legal institutions.

By Victoria T G

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Apr 30, 2020

Well tought and organized, loved the easy articulation of all explanations. Cannot wait to take another course!

By haitham r

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Nov 13, 2018

AN ESSENTIAL COMPONENT TO STUDY, REVIEW AND COMPARE THE LEGISLATIVE SYSTEM OF AN ADVANCED POST-INDUSTRY COUNTRY.

By Giancarlo C

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Jun 26, 2017

Gives you a clear but insightful notion of what American Law is, and how it is different to other legal systems.