Property Law
What is ownership?
The right to exclude others from your property.
What is employment at will?
The employment doctrine where either the employer or employee can terminate the relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without notice.
five reasons for having international law
(1) fast-developing technology, (2) globalization, (3) preventing another world war, (4) holding countries accountable, and (5) helping businesses succeed through international trade
The five elements required for a legally enforceable contract
offer, acceptance, mutual consideration, legal parties, and legal purpose
The three international law enforcement methods that can impact trade
collective action, reciprocity, and shaming
Compare Real and Personal Properties
The two main categories of property based on whether it is land/buildings or movable items.
The five exceptions to employment at will.
contract, good cause, whistleblowing, violation of public policy, and (implied) contract exceptions
key difference between national law and international law regarding enforcement
national law has a law enforcement arm (police), but international law does not and must rely on countries' cooperation
The three types of duress that can invalidate a contract
physical duress, economic duress, and emotional duress
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) of 1993?
federal law that requires employers to provide up to twelve weeks of unpaid leave for childbirth, adoption, or serious health conditions.
The three legal requirements for a valid gift.
intent, delivery, and acceptance
What is Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
The federal law that prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, and national origin.
The two types of international law (and their other name)
public international law and private international law
The key difference between a contract and a gift.
contract requires mutual consideration (both parties give and receive something of value), while a gift only one party receives value
three rights granted to workers by the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA).
the right to self-organize, the right to form or join unions, and the right to engage in collective bargaining
What is adverse possession?
The method of acquiring real property through actual, open, hostile, continuous, and exclusive possession for a statutory period.
The two forms of sexual harassment under Title VII.
quid pro quo and hostile work environment
The three types of trade agreements based on how many countries participate (Define Each)
unilateral, bilateral, and multilateral trade
void contract VS voidable contract
void contract is unenforceable from the beginning, while a voidable contract can be canceled by one party (e.g., a minor)
Compare the rights of What are trespasser, licensee, and invitee in a property.
lowest to highest duty of care owed by a landowner.
What is fee simple absolute?
The most complete and highest form of property ownership recognized by law.
four types of illegal activities under Title VII
disparate treatment, disparate impact, hostile work environment, and retaliation
Compare Foreign Commerce Clause and the Treaty Clause
Foreign Commerce Clause: Gives Congress the power to regulate trade with foreign nations.
Treaty Clause: Allows the President to make treaties with other nations, but only with the Senate's approval (two-thirds vote).
The four types of contract breaches (Give one example of each)
actual breach, anticipatory breach, material breach, and minor breach
What are the Principle of Comity, Act of State Doctrine, and Doctrine of Sovereign Immunity?
three doctrines that limit U.S. jurisdiction over foreign nations