ECON 381 - Litigation Economics: Case Studies in Economic Analysis

Semester Offered: Spring
1 unit(s)

Litigation Economics: Case Studies in Economic Analysis explores the economic analyses plaintiffs and defendants use to advance their interests in the courtroom. Through a series of carefully selected real-world lawsuits, this course introduces students to the economic issues raised in complex commercial litigation and how courts rely on expert witness testimony to address them. Cases span a range of industries and involve alleged violations of antitrust, consumer protection, and intellectual property statutes, among others. This course emphasizes critical thinking, as students read actual legal filings, analyze economic theories raised by litigants, and evaluate whether these theories are supported by evidence. It also enhances students’ ability to write about quantitative analyses through weekly assignments and a term paper. Students aspiring to careers in law, public policy, or related fields, are highly encouraged to take this course. Andrew Lemon.

Prerequisite(s): ECON 201 or permission of the instructor.

One 2-hour period.

Course Format: CLS