Legal and Regulatory Environment of Business

LEGL 2700 (28291), Fall 2022

12:40-1:30 p.m. MWF (Amos B002)
Professor Tricia Jonas Hackleman

Office: A414 Moore-Rooker Hall Business Learning Community

Email: tjhlaw@uga.edu Please email me directly, and not through eLC.

Include “LEGL 2700 12:40” in the subject.

Phone: 706-542-9677

Office Hours: 3:00-5:00 p.m., Mondays (A414 Moore-Rooker)

I am also happy to meet by appointment.

Textbook: The Legal and Regulatory Environment of Business (19th Ed.)

By Pagnattaro et al., ISBN 978-1-260-73428-7

eLC: http://elc.uga.edu

Course Description and Objectives

The legal and regulatory environment of business, emphasizing why legal duties are placed on the
business community and how managers should appropriately respond to them. Covers legal
institutions, constitutional law, common law, and public law.

This course explores the intersection of law and business at a broad level with the goal of building a
general understanding of the ways in which legal systems and contemporary legal issues affect business
decisions.

The broad objectives of this course:

1. Gain basic knowledge about the law and the legal system;
2. Apply legal principles to the business environment;
3. Exercise critical thinking skills; and
4. Develop decision-making and analytical skills.

Class Delivery, Instructional Method, Class Format and Expectations

Please note that the delivery method may change as need warrants.
Each class session will be taught in person (inside of our assigned classroom) and will include a
combination of lecture and class discussion. Students will be expected to come to class prepared, having
read assigned materials prior to class. Class lectures will not cover all the information that appears in
the assigned reading.

The class discussion component of each class session will allow students to develop the skills necessary
to consider the laws that may apply to various scenarios that arise over the course of their careers.
These discussions are intended to enable students to learn from each other’s perspectives and insights.
Some discussions may involve looking at an issue from different viewpoints, and, therefore, it is
essential that all discussions be held in a respectful manner. As a professor, I may, at times, challenge
your statements and views. Please remember that this is not personal criticism but an opportunity for
us all to engage in critical thinking. The Terry College is committed to promoting diversity, equity,
inclusion, and belonging among its students, faculty, and staff. This class welcomes the open exchange
of ideas and values freedom of thought and expression. This class provides a professional environment
that recognizes the inherent worth of every person. It aims to foster dignity, understanding, and mutual
respect among all individuals in the class.

As a student in this course, you are expected to:

• Check the course eLC page on a daily basis to stay up to date with course work and announcements.
• Be courteous and professional in written communications with your peers and instructor.
• Read the assigned chapters or case readings each week.
• Read the syllabus and assignment instructions carefully before asking questions.
• Email the instructor with any private/personal course issues
• Use utmost standards of academic honesty

As the instructor of this course, I will:

• Respond to course related emails within 24-48 hours of receipt Monday-Friday.
• Keep you informed through classroom announcements and eLC about changes or updates to the
course.
• Enforce the University’s academic honesty policy.

Grading
Your grade will be determined as follows:
ELC Quizzes 15%
First Exam 20%
Second Exam 20%
Third Exam 20%
Cumulative Final Exam 25%
You must provide a photo ID prior to beginning each exam.
You must take exams in the section in which you are enrolled.

Grading Scale:
Final letter grades will be assigned using the following cutoff points with no rounding up:
A 93-100
A- 90-92.99
B+ 87-89.99
B 83-86.99
B- 80-82.99
C+ 77-79.99
C 73-76.99
C- 70-72.99
D 60-69.99
F 59.99 or below

ELC Quizzes:
Quizzes will be given online via eLC. Quizzes will be open book/open notes. Quiz questions will
come from the following sources: in-class lecture/discussion, assigned documentaries, and the assigned
readings. Ten quizzes will be given during the semester, and each quiz will consist of ten questions.
Each question will be worth one point. The points earned from each of the ten quizzes will be added
together at the end of the semester to culminate in the final Quiz Grade worth 15% of your course grade.
The questions will be a mixture of true-false and multiple choice. The quizzes will not be cumulative,
but will cover material presented after the previous quiz. The quizzes will open at 7 a.m. EST on the day

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of the quiz and will close at 6 p.m. EST on the same day. Quizzes MUST BE submitted no later than 6
p.m. EST on the day of the quiz or will receive a zero. Once you open the quiz on eLC, you will have 30
minutes to complete the quiz and submit it. You will not be able to pause and log back into the quiz;
therefore, you will need to select an uninterrupted 30 minute time block to complete and submit each
quiz in the allocated time period. You must submit the quiz by the due date/time.
There will be no make-up quizzes.
Quizzes will not be opened early or re-opened once closed.
If you miss a quiz, you may not make up the quiz (please note that technology issues such as internet
or computer problems will not be recognized as an excuse for failing to complete a quiz). The quiz is
meant to provide an opportunity to review the course material and to prepare you for exams. Having
someone else complete the in-class quiz for you is a violation of the Student Honor Code. Regular class
attendance is essential. Even if absent, you are responsible for all material covered in class (quiz and
exam material frequently will cover material from class) and all announcements.

Exams:
Exams will be given in person (inside of our assigned classroom). All exams will be closed
book/closed notes.
Exam questions will come from the following sources: in-class lecture/discussion, assigned
documentaries, and the assigned readings.
There will be no make-up exams.
There will be no early exams.
You must provide a photo ID prior to beginning each exam.
You must take exams in the section in which you are enrolled.

First, Second, & Third Exams: The First, Second, & Third Exams will consist of 50 questions and will
be 40 minutes in duration; each question will be worth two points. The questions will be a mixture of
true-false and multiple choice. The First Exam will cover material from the first day of class until the
First Exam. The Second Exam will cover material presented after the First Exam to the Second Exam.
The Third Exam will cover material presented after the Second Exam to the Third Exam.

If you are unable to attend class on the day of the First, Second, or Third Exam, you must provide
objective documentation to me supporting the reason for your inability to take the exam at the
scheduled time and receive an excused absence from me PRIOR to the Exam or you will receive a zero
on the Exam missed. Jury duty and military commitments will be excused. If your absence is excused,
then the percentage weight of the Final Exam will be increased by the percentage weight of the missed
Exam. For example, if you miss the First Exam due to an EXCUSED absence, but take the Second and
Third Exam, then the Final Exam will count for 45% of your grade.

Final Exam: The Final Exam will cover all material from the class. The Final Exam will consist of 100
questions; each question will be worth 1 point. The questions will be a mixture of true-false and
multiple choice. The Final Exam will be 80 minutes in duration.
There will be no excused absences for the Final Exam. I will reschedule a final exam only pursuant to
the University’s final exam conflict policy. The definition of and procedure for rescheduling final exam
conflicts are outlined on the Office of Curriculum Systems website. If you have a conflict, please bring
me a completed Petition for Final Examination Change no later than two weeks prior to the last
day of class.

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Class Bonus Point: I reserve the right to increase a student’s final class grade by 1 point for completing
all of the following tasks:
1. Complete the Index Card assignment prior to the beginning of class Friday, August 26, 2022.
The Index Card must comply with all parameters given in class and must be submitted before class
begins on Friday, August 26, 2022. Index Cards may be submitted prior to August 26, 2022.
2. Miss 6 or less classes. Regular class attendance is essential. Roll will be taken every class. You
are required to sign in on the day and time of your class. I will not permit you to be counted present if
you did not sign the roll on the day and time of your class. I will not permit you to be counted present
if you did not sign the roll before class begins on the day and time of your class. Having someone
else sign the roll for you is a violation of the Student Honor Code. Even if absent, you are responsible
for all material covered (quiz and exam material frequently will cover material from class) and all
announcements.
3. Complete and submit the course evaluation at the end of the semester by the deadline set by me.
This is the only extra credit opportunity in this course.
Questions/Concerns: If you have a question or concern regarding your performance on an exam, or in
the course generally, you must come by my office during office hours or by appointment. I am happy
to set private appointments to discuss your performance on an exam. I will not discuss
grades via email or telephone. If you wish to review your performance on an exam, you must do so
before the next exam in the course is given. For instance, if you wish to review your performance on the
First Exam, you must do so prior to the Second Exam. Further, if you wish to review your performance
on the Second Exam, you must do so prior to the Third Exam. If you wish to review your performance
on the Third Exam, you must do so prior to the last day of class. You must provide a photo ID to review
your exams or quizzes.
Copyright Notice
All of the slides and materials posted on eLC and used in the class are copyrighted either by the
University of Georgia, the textbook publisher, or by Professor Hackleman. The lectures are also
copyrighted. As a student in this class, you have permission to access the material posted on eLC and
to take lecture notes for personal use in studying. The materials in this course are only for the use of
students enrolled in this course for purposes associated with this course. Materials may not be
further distributed or disseminated without written permission from the instructor. Violation of this
policy may result in copyright infringement and subsequent disciplinary and/or legal action.
UGA’s Honor Code & Academic Honesty
As a University of Georgia student, you have agreed to abide by the University’s academic honesty
policy, “A Culture of Honesty,” and the Student Honor Code. UGA Student Honor Code: "I will be
academically honest in all of my academic work and will not tolerate academic dishonesty of others." A
Culture of Honesty, the University's policy and procedures for handling cases of suspected dishonesty,
can be found at www.uga.edu/ovpi. Lack of knowledge of the academic honesty policy is not a
reasonable explanation for a violation. Questions related to course assignments and the academic
honesty policy should be directed to the instructor.
You must leave all copies of each exam and your scantron sheet in the classroom before leaving.
Students shall not retain copies, photos, or any other form of any quiz or exam administered in this
course.
Students shall not use any electronic devices, including but not limited to computers, cell phones,
cameras, “smart” devices, iPods, iWatches, MP3 players, etc., during an exam.
If you are caught (1) using any such device, (2) stealing, copying, photographing, or transcribing an
exam, or (3) cheating in any other way, you will be immediately reported to all appropriate University
authorities.

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Mental Health and Wellness Resources
If you or someone you know needs assistance, you are encouraged to contact Student Care and
Outreach in the Division of Student Affairs at 706-542-7774 or visit https://sco.uga.edu. They will
help you navigate any difficult circumstances you may be facing by connecting you with the
appropriate resources or services.

UGA has several resources for a student seeking mental health services
(https://www.uhs.uga.edu/bewelluga/bewelluga) or crisis support
(https://www.uhs.uga.edu/info/emergencies).

If you need help managing stress anxiety, relationships, etc., please visit BeWellUGA
(https://www.uhs.uga.edu/bewelluga/bewelluga) for a list of FREE workshops, classes, mentoring,
and health coaching led by licensed clinicians and health educators in the University Health Center.

Additional resources can be accessed through the UGA App.

Class Schedule and Reading Assignments

The course syllabus is a general plan for the course; deviations announced to the class by
the instructor may be necessary. Any significant changes to the schedule will be announced in
class and posted on eLC. Reading assignments are to be completed prior to the class meeting on the
dates listed below. Lectures may not be recorded. Please note that this schedule is flexible, as topics
may carry over into the next scheduled class. Unless instructed otherwise, you are responsible for
reading and understanding all of the material in each chapter.

Aug. 17 Course Introduction & Syllabus Review

19 Chapter 1—Law as a Foundation for Business

22 Chapter 1

24 Chapter 3—The Court System

26 Chapter 3 (Turn in Index Card)

29 Chapter 3

31 Chapter 4—Litigation/QUIZ ONE (Chapters 1&3)

Sept. 2 Chapter 4

5 NO CLASS-LABOR DAY

7 Chapter 4

9 Chapter 6—The Constitution/QUIZ TWO (Chapter 4)

12 Chapter 6

14 Chapter 6

16 Chapter 6

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 19 FIRST EXAM (Chapters 1, 3, 4, & 6)

21 Chapter 7—The Property System

23 Chapter 7

26 Chapter 7

28 Chapter 8—Contract Formation/QUIZ THREE (Chapter 7)

30 Chapter 8

Oct. 3 Chapter 8

5 Chapter 9—Contractual Performance and Breach/QUIZ FOUR (Chapter 8)

7 Chapter 9

10 Chapter 10—Torts Affecting Business/QUIZ FIVE (Chapter 9)

12 Chapter 10

14 Hot Coffee (documentary on eLC)

17 Chapter 10

19 Chapter 13 (select sections)—Criminal Law & Business/QUIZ SIX (Ch. 10)

21 SECOND EXAM (Chapters 7, 8, 9, 10, & 13)

24 Chapter 11—Intellectual Property Chapter 11

26 Chapter 11

28 NO CLASS—FALL BREAK

31 Chapter 11

Nov. 2 Chapter 14—Business Organizations/QUIZ SEVEN (Chapter 11)

4 Chapter 14

7 Chapter 15—The Regulatory Process/QUIZ EIGHT (Chapter 14)

9 Chapter 15

11 Chapter 15

14 Chapter 17—Financial and Securities Regulations/QUIZ NINE (Chapter 15)

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 16 Chapter 17

18 THIRD EXAM (11, 14, 15, & 17)

21 Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room (documentary on eLC)

23-25 NO CLASS-THANKSGIVING BREAK

28 Chapter 20—Discrimination in Employment

30 Chapter 20

Dec. 2 Chapter 20

5 Chapter 21 (select sections)—Employment Law

6 Course Review/QUIZ TEN (Documentaries & Chapters 20 & 21)

FINAL EXAM: According to the Fall 2022 Final Exam Schedule, the final for this course
will be on Wednesday, December 14, 2022 (noon). The Final Exam will be 80 minutes in
duration.

If you plan to request accommodations for a disability, please register with the Disability Resource
Center (DRC). They can be reached by visiting Clark Howell Hall, by calling 706-542-8719 (voice) or
706-542-8778 (TTY), or by visiting http://drc.uga.edu. Please provide me with your DRC Notification
of Student Accommodations Letter listing any classroom and testing accommodations you may need
for the semester as soon as possible if you plan to utilize accommodations for a disability in this
class. This will provide time to arrange accommodations prior to assessments.

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