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LAW 104 Civil Investigation (3)
3 hours lecture per week
Recommended Preparation: Credit in or qualification for ENG 100 or ESL 100.
Comments: Supplies may cost approximately $20
LAW 104 emphasizes the numerous ways paralegals can assist attorneys in the investigation of personal injury actions in Hawai'i. It is designed to familiarize the student with basic and specialized investigation techniques and the gathering of evidence that will be admissible in courts.
Upon successful completion of LAW 104, the student should be able to:
- Locate all commentary and laws pertaining to a case being investigated.
- Develop a list of resources regarding the gathering of information.
- Locate witnesses essential to the case.
- Take written and recorded statements from witnesses.
- Photograph and diagram accident cases.
- Read and analyze medical records for objective findings of injury.