This course in law emphasizes the legal issues inherent in Irish business and to provide an understanding of the legal framework within which a business operates
Sources of Law
Outline of sources and development of Irish Law with particular emphasis on Legislation and European Union Law.
Contract
Formation, Terms and Exclusion Clauses, Validity: Mistake, Misrepresentations, Duress, Undue influence. Illegality. Restraint of Trade. Discharge: Performance, Agreement, Frustration and Breach. Remedies.
Sale of Goods Contracts
Implied terms. Transfer of possession and property.
Employment Contracts:
Contracts of service and for services. Unfair and wrongful dismissal. Redundancy. Remedies
Agency: Relation between the principle and the agent and a third party.
Company Law
Share capital. Loan capital. Directors, Company Secretary, Auditor. Shareholders.
Data Protection.
Tort
Negligence. Duty of care. Duty of possessor of skills. Liability.
Companies Act 2014/2019; Relevant European Communities Legislation.
Lectures, cases and class discussions.
| Module Content & Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Formal Examination | 50 |
| Other Assessment(s) | 50 |