BUAD 4053 - Business Law II

An examination of the law of sales, commercial paper, agency-employment relationships, business organizations and government regulation of same.  Article 2 of the UCC is used in the sales area with special attention paid to contract formation, title and risk of loss, performance and product liability.  In examining commercial paper, Article 3 of the UCC is referenced with emphasis on function and form, holders in due course and liability and discharge.  Attention is also given to employer/employee relationships, and distinguishing between sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited liability companies and corporations.  Finally, government regulation of business is examined, especially in the areas of anti-trust and restraint of trade.