Instructor Led Attorneys Training

Advanced Financial Accounting Seminar Objectives: Understand strategic planning and decision-making framework Provide a strategic view of the business environment Understand and explain the nature and role of financial statements and their interpretation Understand accounting and finance terminology and use the necessary accounting and financial jargon to communicate effectively with the financial professionals  more...

Current Issues in Payroll Management Benefits strong Are you tangled in a web of confusing payroll and leave laws? /strong In today's competitive environment, the ability to effectively, economically and lawfully manage your company's payroll and employee leave programs is paramount. You must stay current on the latest rules and regulations under the FLSA and state law to keep labor costs down and comply with legal requirements.  more...

Sales and Use Tax Benefits strong Learn sales and use tax essentials now that will save money for your company or clients tomorrow. /strong You can avoid crippling fines and make tax audits manageable with an updated knowledge of Ohio sales and use tax rules and regulations. Attend this seminar and we will help you identify a myriad of sales and use tax issues relevant to your company or clients. Register today  more...

Fair Labor Standards Act Benefits strong Are you tangled in a web of confusing wage and hour laws? /strong Employee lawsuits and government agency enforcement actions for wage and hour violations are at an all-time high, especially in Georgia. Penalties on even small errors can be extremely costly for your business. Register today and get the information you need to stay current on the latest rules and regulations and  more...

Rules of Trust Administration Benefits strong Avoid missteps in trust administration - discover techniques to help you along the way. /strong Your professional advice and trust knowledge is essential to your clients - make sure you're giving them your best. Attend this innovative seminar and learn to juggle trust complexities while remaining focused on what really matters: your clients' needs. Discover ways to recognize the  more...

Public Contracts and Procurement Regulations Benefits strong Discover how to navigate the minefields of public contracting and competitive bidding with ease. /strong Do you want to know how to minimize the looming pitfalls inherent in public contracting? Now you can - attend this seminar and enhance your knowledge of the complex and always changing system of laws and regulations involved in public contracting and procurement. You will find  more...

Election Law Benefits strong How can you keep up with changing election laws? /strong Attend this innovative seminar and get up to speed on the latest election law issues. The changing landscape in voting and elections makes updated training a must. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding campaign finance and First Amendment issues. Find out exactly what the critical issues are and gain the practical  more...

Workers' Compensation Update Benefits strong Concerned about how workers' compensation law is changing - and how your practices may be impacted? /strong Failing to stay on top of current workers' compensation issues is full of hazards - including lost productivity and wages, medical and administrative costs, and fraudulent claims. Attend this seminar and update your knowledge of workers' compensation laws while delving into  more...

What You Need to Know About Public Records and Open Meetings Benefits strong Uncertain how public records and open meetings laws apply to you? /strong Find out what Georgia law has to say about balancing the public's right to information with the individual's right to privacy. If you're involved with a public entity, or if you represent the media, you need to know the ins and outs of federal and state public records and open meetings laws. Join us for  more...

AIA Contracts Benefits strong Know what you're getting into before you sign your next AIA contract. /strong Help is available for understanding complex AIA contract provisions - get it now, before you wind up with costly delays or time-consuming lawsuits. Join us for this seminar and get a solid understanding of commonly used AIA documents and how to use them to minimize your liability. Discover how to  more...

Police Liability Benefits strong How to avoid the pitfalls of police liability - what you don't know could hurt you. /strong Allegations of police misconduct frequently make headline news throughout the United States. Civil rights lawsuits against police are common and are likely to increase as our diverse society places more and more emphasis on individual rights. Attend this seminar and learn the skills you  more...

Insurance Bad Faith Claims Benefits strong How to avoid the pitfalls of insurance bad faith claims - what you don't know could hurt you. /strong Insurance law is constantly changing, and you need to stay informed on the recent developments. Attend this seminar and gain knowledge from experts in insurance law that will facilitate your understanding of bad faith litigation and the constantly changing trends. If you are an  more...

Zoning and Land Use Benefits strong Use inventive techniques to get through the zoning and land development process successfully. /strong Adhering to zoning laws and development regulations is a delicate and often complex process. At this seminar, you will go beyond the basics and learn what you need to know to succeed. You will learn techniques to get through all the red tape of the entitlement process - while  more...

Medical Records Law Benefits strong Gain new insights in the latest changes to medical records law. /strong Medical records law continues to evolve and the complexities of how your organization manages these sensitive records now will impact your legal liability later. The medical-legal implications of your medical records management practices are far reaching and potentially damaging to your organization. Proper  more...

Financial Statement Analysis: Interpret Financial Results for Better Management, Investment and Credit Decisions Benefits strong Spot the key performance indicators found - and sometimes hidden - in financial statements. /strong Financial statement analysis is one of the most complicated and time-consuming tasks you will face, but it is a key means of determining the financial health of a company. Financial statements often contain a gold mine of information if you know what to look for. Join us for this  more...

Legal Ethics Benefits strong Give us a morning and we will give you your ethics credit for a year. /strong Even the most experienced attorney can get caught up in an ethical dilemma. Attend this vital seminar and learn to safeguard yourself and your career from real ethical threats. You will get a detailed look at Missouri's rules of professional conduct that will keep you out of harm's way. Learn  more...

Employment Law Update Benefits strong Get the training you need to avoid compliance confusion and expensive litigation. /strong Prevent the financially crippling employee claims and lawsuits that plague employers in hard financial times. Register for this seminar and get the money-saving employment savvy your company has been looking for. Let local experts teach you how to create compliant practices and bulletproof  more...

Judgment Enforcement Benefits strong Learn how to turn your judgment into money. /strong The economy is struggling, and consumers and businesses are feeling the pinch. Don't get caught in the crunch - attend this seminar and learn valuable strategies for collecting money and avoiding liability. It's true that anyone can do collection work - but to do it properly, you need to know more than the raw mechanics. At  more...

New Era of Estate Planning Benefits strong Master the intricacies of estate planning today and help your clients plan for tomorrow. /strong Help your clients save money and tears down the road - learn all the latest and most effective techniques for dealing with the uncertainty of estate planning in today's politically charged atmosphere. The estate tax may change, but your clients' peace of mind doesn't need to. Give  more...

Teacher Evaluations Benefits strong Do you use the latest and most effective strategies for teacher evaluations and dismissals? /strong Attend this enlightening seminar and learn about the documentation requirements from both a legal and practical viewpoint. Find out how to effectively implement student performance into your evaluations. Our expert speakers will provide straight forward answers to your most  more...

Social Security Basics and Advanced Planning Strategies Benefits strong Help your clients get the most out of their Social Security benefits! /strong Social Security has been the American workers' greatest investment but with the predictions of collapse and potential for changes, Social Security planning has never been more complicated. Learn about eligibility requirements, the exact procedure for the determination of benefits and a discussion of  more...

Building Codes Benefits strong Don't just guess - know that your project is code-compliant. /strong Avoid having to rebuild your building - and prevent mistakes and fines before they happen. Come to this seminar and find out how building code compliance at the front end will save you from headaches, charges and costly project delays throughout the building process. Register today and hear experts simplify  more...

Strategies in Defending DWI and DUI Cases Benefits strong Avoid the same old plea and same old results - learn strategies from the area's top DWI lawyers. /strong DWI arrests continue to increase year after year. Fines are stiffer, jail sentences are lengthier and convictions are kept on file longer. The long-term effects of a DWI on a defendant's finances, job prospects and insurance coverage can be devastating. What's more, lawyers  more...

Understanding the Impact of Health Care Reform on Employers Benefits strong Health care reform will impact all employers. Don't wait - Get the information you need now! /strong Health care reform is one of the most significant pieces of legislation since the creation of the Medicare program in the 1960s. Register now and learn about the latest developments with this legislation including what is currently being enforced. This is an opportunity for  more...

Unclaimed Property Reporting Benefits strong Unclaimed property - what's it all about? Find out how to comply with state laws and prevent costly state audits. /strong How does your company account for uncashed payroll and accounts payable checks? How does your company handle aged customer credits? Do you have unclaimed dividends, gift certificates or unidentified remittances that have not been claimed by the owner? These  more...

Economic Development Financing Benefits strong Ensure nothing gets overlooked - get on the road to success in economic development financing. /strong Join us for this must-attend seminar and get surefire techniques for overcoming challenges surrounding economic development financing. Gain winning strategies for navigating the labyrinth of tax increment financing issues. Solve your toughest problems regarding new market tax  more...

Construction Lien Law Benefits strong Exercise your lien rights and be prepared for any legal battles on the horizon - don't be caught off guard! /strong Attend this seminar and learn strategies for tackling lien and bond issues in any project. Find out how to efficiently collect payment for your work or supplies - or protect your property from unwarranted liens. If you're an attorney, learn how to properly advise  more...

Fundamentals of Construction Contracts: Understanding the Issues Benefits strong How to avoid the pitfalls of construction contracting - what you don't know could hurt you. /strong Contracts are a legally charged part of every construction project - they can impact the rights and remedies of owners, lenders, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers positively and negatively. Building a strong knowledge of construction law will go a long way in helping you  more...

Administering the Family and Medical Leave Act Under the Current Regulations Benefits strong Get the latest advice on managing employees under FMLA regulations. /strong In today's economic climate, attendance and productivity are key to a company's survival. Take the first step toward protecting your bottom line and minimizing your liability - attend this seminar and get practical tips on how to update your policies to comply with FMLA regulations. Don't let your company  more...

Title Examination Benefits strong Don't learn the hard way - Learn from the experts. /strong One out of three land titles require some curative action. Register today and get an overview of the title search and title examination process in California. Attending this seminar will give you an insider's grasp of common problems encountered during the title examination and how to solve them. Benefits for You - Get  more...

Basic Commercial Leases Benefits strong Protect your organization - know the ins and outs of commercial leases. /strong Join us for this must-attend seminar and get surefire techniques for overcoming challenges surrounding commercial leases. This seminar will walk you through the components of a commercial lease, including basic elements to include. In one day you will learn valuable tips in drafting the leases in  more...

Foreclosure and Related Issues Benefits strong Foreclosure without fear - build confidence in foreclosure and repossession. /strong Get the no-nonsense tips you need for fast and effective foreclosures and repossessions during this economically uncertain time period. At this up-to-date seminar, you'll find out how to stay afloat in light of increased foreclosures in Hawaii and throughout the nation. Register today to learn  more...

Landlord and Tenant Law Benefits strong Learn valuable techniques on interpreting and implementing key landlord-tenant law basics. /strong From the rental agreement to security deposits and eviction actions, you need to stay on top of all aspects of landlord-tenant law. Register today for this informative seminar and get clarification on how to perform key property management duties without hassle. You will find out  more...

Water Rights Sales and Transfers Benefits strong Don't drown in complex water law - get the tools to buy and sell the right way. /strong Get solutions to the tough water law challenges developers face in Utah, from finding the water to handling the purchase agreement to transferring it to the site. Usable water is becoming more valuable by the day - make this seminar your next stop in getting the water you need to prevent a  more...

Litigation Skills for Legal Professionals Benefits strong Do you have the most effective litigation skills? /strong In civil litigation, paralegals and legal assistants perform critical functions related to the maintenance and organization of the case, especially relating to discovery issues. The importance of a properly educated and trained paralegal or legal assistant increases as the complexity and magnitude of a case increases.  more...

Law of Easements: Legal Issues and Practical Considerations Benefits strong You've found yourself face-to-face with an easement - now what? /strong You can get what you need from your real estate despite the intimidating complexity of easements. Whether you're looking to comply with one, fight one or draft one, our local experts will give you the know-how you need to succeed - without getting caught in exhausting and expensive legal battles. Come to  more...

Unemployment Insurance 101: Assessing and Responding to Claims for U.I. Benefits Benefits strong Unemployment insurance disputes can be complex and involve many different factors. /strong When you are faced with a claim how well you rise to the challenge can significantly impact your payroll costs. Attend this seminar and learn how to achieve prompt and cost-efficient resolutions to your employee benefit claims. You will get expert advice on how to evaluate different  more...

Recent Trends Involving the Law of Arrest, Search and Seizure Benefits strong Are you tangled in a web of confusing arrest, search and seizure laws? /strong Criminal procedure is a dynamic area of the law. Every day, courts refine rules concerning the law of arrest, custodial statements, search and seizure. Anyone involved in the criminal justice system must maintain an up-to-date awareness of changes in law enforcement. Attend this dynamic seminar and  more...

Social Media Law ...ith the recent explosion in the use of social networking, attorneys and litigants are quickly learning the risks and rewards of participating in social networking. It is important for attorneys to understand the trends in this new platform when advising their clients of the potential pitfalls of social networking use. This seminar will help you navigate important legal issues including privacy  more...

Medicaid and Elder Law: Representing Clients in a New Legal Landscape Benefits strong Learn proven strategies for navigating the Medicaid maze. /strong Discover how to protect your clients' assets and provide the high-quality services they're looking for. To properly advise our increasing elder population, it's essential that you know the fundamentals of Medicaid and elder planning. Attend this vital seminar and explore the complexities of Medicaid eligibility,  more...

CEQA: California Environmental Quality Act Benefits strong Do you have the most practical solutions for addressing today's challenging CEQA issues? /strong CEQA affects every aspect of land use in California. Those who do not understand CEQA proceed at their peril. Attend this seminar and you will get a framework for success in managing the environmental review process; preparing and reviewing CEQA documents; and addressing complex,  more...

Covenants Not to Compete Benefits strong Discover how to navigate the minefields of covenants not to compete. /strong Join us for this must-attend seminar and get up to speed on Pennsylvania law pertaining to noncompetition, nonsolicitation and nondisclosure agreements. You will also find out what you need to know about trade secrets and alternative theories that are typically pleaded in disputes between employers and  more...

Uniform Commercial Code Article 9 Update Benefits strong Concerned about how UCC Article 9 has changed - and how your practices may be impacted? /strong Attend this enlightening seminar and learn how to decipher revised Article 9 rules that seem to be causing the greatest problems in the commercial world. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about collateral descriptions. You will  more...

Nuts and Bolts of Divorce: Including a View From the Bench Benefits strong Whether you are a general practitioner who does an occasional divorce or an attorney whose practice is primarily family law, you need the most current and useful information you can get your hands on. /strong This seminar will provide you with the information you need to represent a divorcing client. You will learn how to proceed in matters regarding division of property, custody  more...

Evictions: Residential and Commercial Benefits strong Learn how to navigate through complex eviction procedures - and prevent costly mistakes. /strong Register for this information-packed seminar and get a win-win approach to handling evictions in Florida. Hear about the latest trends in both residential and commercial tenancy issues. Get all your toughest questions answered regarding grounds for eviction. Find out how you can  more...

Employee vs. Independent Contractor Benefits strong Learn how to differentiate between employees and independent contractors - and prevent costly mistakes. /strong Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to independent contractors. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about distinguishing between employee and independent contractor. You  more...

Charitable Nonprofits Benefits strong Charitable tax-exempt organizations are under increasing scrutiny - are you following the rules? /strong Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the issues confronted by charitable tax-exempt organizations. The charitable sector has gotten more complex, and with it the scrutiny and rules affecting it. Our seasoned professionals will provide background and practical  more...

Drugs and Alcohol in the Workplace Benefits strong Discover how to navigate the minefields that drugs and alcohol can bring to the workplace. /strong Join us for this must-attend seminar and get surefire techniques for overcoming challenges surrounding drugs and alcohol in the workplace. Gain winning strategies for navigating discrimination issues. Solve your toughest problems regarding drug testing without worry. Avoid problems  more...

What to Do When Construction Projects Go Bad Benefits strong Stop construction project nightmares in their tracks - get on the right track from the start. /strong Attend this seminar and make sure your next project is free of claims and disputes - and learn how to effectively handle these problems when things go wrong. Regardless of how well-planned your construction project is, unexpected circumstances can impede your success and  more...

Affirmative Action Compliance Benefits strong Affirmative action regulations are constantly evolving - have your practices evolved with them? /strong Attend this cutting-edge seminar and get helpful strategies on the OFCCP compliance audit. You will gain a clear understanding of who is covered by federal affirmative regulations. Meet the challenges ahead and find out what you need to know about current trends in enforcement  more...

Commercial and Real Estate Loan Documents: More Than Just Papers Benefits strong A sour economy can mean increased scrutiny in lending - are your loan documents up to the challenge? /strong Gain the confidence that can only come from secure, well-drafted loan documentation. Attend this convenient one-day seminar and get the tools you need to make sure you can still recover your money when payments stop coming. Learn to make the ironclad loan documents that  more...

Medical Marijuana and the Workplace Benefits strong Discover how to navigate the minefields that medical marijuana laws can bring to the workplace. /strong Join us for this must-attend seminar and get surefire techniques for overcoming workplace challenges surrounding legalization of medical marijuana. Gain winning strategies for navigating discrimination issues. Solve your toughest problems regarding drug testing without worry.  more...

Property Tax Benefits strong Learn how to navigate through complex property tax procedures - and prevent costly mistakes. /strong Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest property tax issues in Ohio. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about property tax assessments. You will get an inside look at how to respond to confusing issues  more...

EEOC Compliance Benefits strong Save on costly discrimination lawsuits - keep your company's policies up-to-date. /strong Stay informed of current issues and recent court decisions to minimize your risk for discrimination charges - or even a lawsuit. Attend this seminar and get a comprehensive look at what you need to know to protect your organization from costly legal troubles. Discover the key reporting  more...

Legal Aspects of Condominium and Homeowners' Associations Benefits strong What you don't know can hurt you - stay updated on condominium and homeowners' association law. /strong The downturn in the real estate market has been especially tough on condominium and other homeowners' associations. Are you prepared to confidently address the questions and concerns associated with structuring and operating these entities? Attend this seminar and develop an  more...

Estates and Trusts Benefits strong Avoid errors and penalties in trust and estate accounting - minimize your client's tax and heartache. /strong Save your clients' hard-earned money - and avoid legal battles - by learning trust and estate essentials. Come to this seminar and let our experts show you how to transfer assets in a tax-efficient manner. Get the most up-to-date strategies to minimize your errors and  more...

Prevailing Wage Law Benefits strong Discover no-hassle ways to comply with prevailing wage law - and get the job done! /strong Prevailing wage is a mandatory component of many public works projects. Unfortunately, the law often raises more questions than it answers ... What is the prevailing wage? What paperwork do I need? How can I avoid liability and complaints? What if I need help? Let's start with this seminar.  more...

Construction Claims Benefits strong Don't let claims sneak up on you - learn the right way to avoid them and handle them when they do happen. /strong You can learn, in just one day, how to handle construction claims without losing valuable project time and money. Our experienced and well-respected professionals can even give you the tips you need to avoid claims altogether. All you have to do is enroll in this  more...

Americans With Disabilities Act Benefits strong Concerned about how the ADA has changed - and how your workplace may be impacted? /strong Now - more than ever - it's important for your organization to understand updated ADA requirements and develop strategies to document compliance and minimize your risk. Attend this seminar and get the guidance your company needs to avoid costly and time-consuming discrimination lawsuits.  more...

Taking and Defending Effective Depositions Benefits strong Get the latest deposition techniques from leading litigators - make sure your deposition goes smoothly. /strong With only a small percentage of cases actually going to trial, the real battleground for most litigation is the deposition - depositions can make or break your client's case. Knowing how to effectively take and defend depositions is key to a successful litigation  more...

Minimizing and Managing Risks and Disputes in Construction Benefits strong Are you asking for construction claims and litigation - without even realizing it? /strong From preconstruction issues to project closeout, managing the construction process is complex. To maintain control and minimize the risks inherent in the construction process, you must stay current on construction issues and trends. Whether you are new to the profession or very  more...

Complying With Federal Mortgage Lending Laws Benefits strong Concerned about how mortgage lending is changing - and how this affects your practices? /strong Register for this information-packed seminar and get a win-win approach to complying with mortgage lending laws in today's changing market. Hear about the latest changes to Pennsylvania mortgage originator laws. Get all your toughest questions answered regarding developments in  more...

Trucking Litigation and D.O.T. Regulations Benefits strong Jump-start your next case by getting up-to-date on trucking regulations and litigation tactics. /strong Drug and alcohol testing, CDL standards, driver qualification rules, hours of service, hazardous materials - navigating the labyrinth of trucking regulations and thorny issues is a challenge even for experienced professionals. Maneuvering through this maze in the dark is just  more...

Eminent Domain for Attorneys Benefits strong Look before you leap - master the ins and outs of eminent domain. /strong Even in the environment we are currently in, the demands for private property for public use are still here. Attend this seminar and stay on top of key legal topics in the field of eminent domain condemnation from the perspective of both the property owner and the condemning agency. Property owners  more...

Developing Behavioral Plans for Aggressive Children Benefits strong Helping aggressive children is challenging. Make it easier with a clear plan of action. /strong Educators are often required to create a behavior plan to help students overcome aggressive behavior. There is a lot to consider in this dizzying process - educational staff, parents, a slew of regulations and - most importantly - the student whose behavior has become a challenge.  more...

Affordable Housing Benefits strong Learn how to build compliant housing the community can afford - using a process you can afford. /strong Shelter is a basic human need - but not everybody can afford decent housing. It falls to developers to offer good homes for low-income families. Unfortunately, federal, state and local governments have complicated and meticulous guidelines that developers have to become  more...

Immigration Liability in the Workplace: Present and Future Benefits strong Learn to walk the tightrope of immigration law compliance - before you're faced with a government audit or worse, prosecution. /strong Georgia and neighboring states (AL, MS, NC and SC) are increasing immigration burdens on employers with harsh state penalties and local enforcement of federal immigration laws. More and more employers are paying hefty fines and facing criminal  more...

Teacher Appraisals and Dismissals Benefits strong Do you have the latest and most effective strategies for teacher appraisals and dismissals? /strong Attend this enlightening seminar and learn about the new Tennessee Teacher Tenure Law and its impact on teacher appraisals. Find out how this new law changes teacher evaluations and how tenure is granted. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most  more...

Exploring the International Financial Reporting Standards Benefits strong Protect your organization - get ready for IFRS. /strong Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on the U.S. adoption plan and time line of IFRS. Understand the key differences between IFRS and GAAP. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding the presentation of financial statements under IFRS. Avoid problems down the road by preparing yourself and your company  more...

Best Practices in ADA, FMLA and Workers' Compensation Benefits strong Get updated on ADA, FMLA and workers' compensation interplay issues - and find out what's on the horizon. /strong As an employer in New Jersey, you're faced with an ever-changing maze of laws increasing your obligations to employees who cannot, will not or should not work. Join us for this seminar and find out exactly what you need to know about recent ADA and FMLA updates - and  more...

Collection Law for the Health Care Industry Benefits strong Ensure nothing gets overlooked - get on the road to success in collection law for the health care industry. /strong Health care is extremely expensive in today's world. Not all receivables are recoverable through channels such as Medicare, insurance and private payments. With the high volume of personal injury litigation in today's society, it is incumbent upon health care  more...

False Claims Litigation Benefits strong Discover how to navigate the minefields of false claims litigation with ease. /strong Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on how to respond to qui tam investigations and claims. Understand the intricacies of the False Claims Act. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding whistle-blower litigation. Avoid problems down the road by protecting yourself and  more...

Understanding the Current CGL Policy Benefits strong Discover how to navigate the minefields of CGL policies with ease. /strong Attend this enlightening seminar and enhance your understanding of the current CGL policy. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about independent counsel issues. You will get an inside look at how to respond to confusing issues surrounding reservation of  more...

Mitigation of Damage to Structures Adjacent to Construction Sites in Urban Environments Benefits strong Do you have the most effective strategies for mitigating damages to structures adjacent to construction sites? /strong Register today and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to mitigating damages to adjacent structures in urban environments. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about building damages. You will get an  more...

Surviving the HR Audit Benefits strong Take the headaches out of HR audits - learn essential strategies for staying in compliance. /strong Having the correct policies and procedures in place can make the difference between thousands of dollars in legal fees and litigation free environment. The proactive task of determining what polices are needed and what policies and procedures are in place is a necessary measure in  more...

Understanding Land Records Benefits strong Understanding land records is critical to your success! /strong Attend this seminar and get the practical information to better understand the process of researching and evaluating land records. Our expert speakers will help you understand how to identify real property interests and sources of land information, explain how property interests are created and transferred, and  more...

Special Needs Trusts: Planning for the Disabled and Elderly Benefits strong Learn proven strategies for planning for the disabled and elderly. /strong Families with a loved one with special needs face many difficult decisions. The family often wants to take care of the disabled individual financially but is faced with the possibility that the disabled family member may lose his or her public benefits. In some cases, a disabled or elderly person may  more...

Discovery Skills for Legal Professionals ... enhance your litigation skills in order to better assist attorneys. You will get helpful hints and key tools of the trade to help you become more efficient and effective as a key member of the litigation team. And that's not all! This seminar will also change the way you approach preparing a trial notebook. Register today and get a game plan for ensuring success for you and your company.  more...

Time Off: State and Federal Laws on Employee Leave, Vacations and Holidays Benefits strong Get up-to-date on ADA amendments, new FMLA regulations and other cutting-edge leave issues. /strong Do your employees ever need to show up for work? Sometimes it may seem like the answer is no. Laws regarding leave and time off benefits are among the most perplexing aspects of dealing with employees in today's workplace due to the various complex and confusing laws involved.  more...

Document Retention and Destruction Benefits strong Are you sure you want to throw that document away? /strong New regulations - the constant threat of audits - the increased use of e-discovery - in today's changing legal environment, you're asking for trouble if you don't have an effective records and information management program in place. And even if you do, standards are changing - have your policies and procedures changed  more...

Commercial Lender Liability Benefits strong Lender liability claims are rising - learn how to defend and prevent them. /strong Attend this seminar and learn how to recognize and successfully avoid lender liability pitfalls. As a result of a record number of bankruptcies, foreclosures, and loan defaults, lenders have found themselves subject to close scrutiny with respect to both their loan documentation and their  more...

California Expedited Jury Trials Benefits strong Are you ready to successfully navigate the new expedited jury trial program? /strong Attend this enlightening seminar and get the latest information relating to the expedited jury trial program in California. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about this new streamlined trial option. You'll get a detailed look at how this new  more...

Practical and Legal Issues of Employee Wellness Programs Benefits strong Ensure nothing gets overlooked - get on the road to success in employee wellness programs. /strong With health benefit costs on the rise, many employers are using targeted, coordinated wellness programs as a last line of defense to their burgeoning health insurance budgets. When designing and implementing such programs, most employers don't think about the ADA, HIPAA, EEOC, DOL,  more...

OSHA's Recordkeeping Rules Benefits strong OSHA has been stepping up enforcement ... are you in compliance? /strong Attend this seminar and get up-to-date information on the latest OSHA regulations and other developments. In one day you will learn what to expect from an OSHA inspection and how records should be handled. You will also learn about the education and training requirements that are needed for employees. Listen  more...

Bankruptcy Benefits strong Get up to speed on bankruptcy practice - you can't afford not to. /strong In today's economy, many corporations and individuals are dealing with bankruptcy either directly or indirectly. Attend this seminar and get updated on what's happening in the world of bankruptcy. Hear about the latest trends in avoidance actions. Get all your toughest questions answered regarding how the  more...

Maritime Personal Injury Benefits strong Maritime personal injury laws are constantly evolving - have your practices evolved with them? /strong When your maritime personal injury case begins to resemble a ship taking on water, you need to know how to work the pumps. Admiralty is a unique area of law with many special rules and procedures. This seminar will assist the non-maritime practitioner and others involved in  more...

Collection Law: The Good, the Bad and the Profitable Benefits strong Discover how to navigate the minefields of collection law with ease. /strong Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on important collection practices. Understand the intricacies of a typical collection case. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding judgment collection procedures. Avoid problems down the road by protecting yourself and your company - find  more...

Rules of Evidence Benefits strong Keep yourself and your firm up-to-date through real world application of the Illinois Rules of Evidence. /strong This seminar will provide you with valuable information on the latest issues relating to evidentiary rules. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about expert testimony. You'll get an inside look at how to deal with  more...

Civil Procedure: A View From the Bench Benefits strong Anticipate problems and think on your feet - tackle civil procedure challenges easily. /strong Wouldn't it be great to know - the next time you're at the courthouse - what the judges are looking for? Or, just as important, what they are NOT looking for? Attend this seminar and get the information you'll need to succeed the next time you're in court. You'll hear from the decision  more...

Workplace Investigations Benefits strong Protect your organization - know the ins and outs of workplace investigations. /strong Whether the issue is a harassment complaint, a threat of workplace violence or another workplace dispute - prompt, fair and thorough investigations are essential to your ability to make sound employment decisions and minimize legal risks. This seminar will provide you with practical guidance  more...

Advanced Sales and Use Tax Benefits strong Learn sales and use tax essentials now that will save money for your company or clients tomorrow. /strong You can avoid crippling fines and make tax audits manageable with an updated knowledge of Arkansas sales and use tax rules and regulations. Attend this seminar and we'll help you identify the myriad of sales and use tax issues relevant to your company or clients. Register  more...

Overview of Entity Structures, Allocations and Schedule K-1 Preparations for Pass-Through Entity Structures Benefits strong Avoid costly mistakes in K-1 reporting! /strong The Internal Revenue Service's Schedule K-1 Matching Program has brought increased attention to the importance of properly preparing the Schedule K-1 and then properly interpreting and reporting the information on the taxpayer's tax return. This seminar will look at the tax rules applicable to partnerships, LLCs and S  more...

Navigating Social Media in the Workplace Benefits strong Stay ahead of the new challenges and opportunities social media presents by addressing them now! /strong Social networking via online tools such as MySpace , Facebook and Twitter has exploded in popularity over the last few years. Despite this growth employers have been slow to adopt and disseminate policies for appropriate usage of these websites exposing themselves to the risks  more...

Premises Liability and Negligent Security ...ure. Benefits for You - Navigate the ethical issues that attorneys face when handling premises liability, including negligent security cases - Understand critical insurance issues that concern negligent security cases - Recognize and apply common law and statutory duties under Florida law to the facts of your premise liability claims - Stay up-to-date on case law in this dynamic and  more...

Asperger Syndrome: Educational Strategies and Interventions Benefits strong Rise to the challenges of educating students with Asperger's syndrome or high functioning autism. /strong Join us for this unique seminar and get strategies to help develop the social, emotional and academic skills of those with Asperger's syndrome or high functioning autism. With the increased prevalence of autism spectrum disorders in schools, teachers need more tools to  more...

Loan Workout and Collateral Liquidation Benefits strong Protect your organization - know the ins and outs of loan modifications. /strong With commercial values declining by as much as 40 percent and $1.4 trillion in loans ballooning, it's a must to understand how to make loan modifications work. Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on the latest issues with addressing struggling loans. Avoid problems down the road  more...

What We Say to Jurors and What They Hear: How to Stop Stereotyping Jurors and Start Talking to Them Benefits strong Do you have the most effective strategies for communicating with jurors? /strong Attend this cutting-edge seminar and get helpful strategies on jury selection. You'll gain a clear understanding of what we know about juries today. Meet the challenges ahead and find out what you need to know about opening statements. These are just a few of the valuable tips we'll discuss at this  more...

Form 990 Benefits strong Navigate IRS Form 990 - hear the critical issues every nonprofit leader needs to know! /strong Walk through the revised Form 990 and get the expert knowledge you need to file correctly. Exempt organizations' tax forms have become more important as they're scrutinized by the IRS, Congress, the media, competitors, disgruntled employees and others. Attend this seminar and make sure  more...

LLCs, LLPs and Partnerships: Organization and Operation Benefits strong Steer clear of the common pitfalls that plague business entities. /strong Choosing the proper form of business entity is crucial to the success of a new business, and more and more small businesses are choosing entity options such as LLCs and LLPs. Unfortunately, many businesses are unprepared for the legal and tax consequences associated with these entities. Attend this seminar  more...

Employee vs. Independent Contractor: Making the Distinction Benefits strong Learn how to differentiate between employees and independent contractors - and prevent costly mistakes. /strong Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to independent contractors. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about the Illinois' Employee Classification Act. You'll get an inside  more...

Texas Sales and Use and Franchise Tax Benefits strong Prevent costly mistakes - learn how to navigate through Texas Sales and Use, and Franchise Tax issues. /strong If you are doing business in Texas, this seminar is a must. Get a clear understanding of Texas tax issues. Attend this seminar and learn about the franchise tax that's filled with exemptions, deductions and preferences spanning more than 100 pages of text. Find out how  more...

Employee Handbooks: Keeping Your Policies Up To Date Benefits strong How to avoid the pitfalls of employee handbooks - what you don't know could hurt you /strong Learn from experienced management-side labor and employment lawyers how to get the most out of your organization's employee handbook. We'll cover what state and federal laws say you must have in a handbook, what you ought to seriously consider for your handbook and what should not be  more...

Everything a Construction Player Should Know About Insurance Benefits strong Stop construction insurance nightmares in their tracks - get on the right track from the start. /strong Liability insurance is a critical component of risk management for every owner, general contractor or subcontractor today. Attend this seminar and learn the basics of liability insurance, including covered risks. You'll get up to speed on cutting-edge issues facing the parties  more...

The Basics of Banking Litigation, Default, Workout, Repossession, Foreclosure and Bankruptcy: A Secured Lender's Perspective on Benefits strong Protect your organization - know the ins and outs of bankruptcy from the creditor's perspective. /strong Register for this information-packed seminar and get an overview of common legal issues arising in defaulted loan situations involving secured business loans. Hear about the latest trends in lien avoidance. Get all your toughest questions answered regarding automatic stay  more...

Form 5500: What You Need to Know to File Benefits strong Do you work with Form 5500? With recent changes and an increased audit climate it is more important than ever to get it right. /strong You no longer need to be overwhelmed by the complexities surrounding Form 5500. Take away the worry by expanding your knowledge about dealing with Form 5500 and related schedules. You will walk away with the confidence that comes from knowing the  more...

Groundwater Wells, Rights and Uses Benefits strong End confusion in the groundwater maze. /strong Register for this information-packed seminar and get a win-win approach to the legal and technical issues of groundwater wells, rights and use. Hear about the latest trends in water well design and site selection. Get all your toughest questions answered regarding well sharing agreements. Find out how you can prosper in spite of  more...

Best Practices in Workers' Compensation: Pre-Existing Injuries, Repeat Claimants, Permanency Issues and Legal Terminations Benefits strong Concerned about how workers' compensation law is changing - and how your practices may be impacted? /strong If workers' comp costs are a thorn in your side - and why wouldn't they be? - fear not! Minimize future workers' comp costs and legal hassles with best practices from top experts in the field. Join us for this seminar and get up-to-the-minute strategies and legal updates.  more...

Texas Margin Tax BenefitsAttend this seminar and you'll learn how to navigate through Texas margin tax issues - and prevent costly mistakes. Learn what revenues and costs businesses need to track and monitor in order to maximize their Texas state tax benefits. Find out what considerations to keep in mind when planning for commonly-owned entities. Come learn about the tax that's filled with exemptions, deductions  more...

Resolving the Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Case Benefits strong Concerned about how workers' compensation law is changing - and how your practices may be impacted? /strong Failing to stay on top of current workers' compensation issues is full of hazards - including medical expenses, administrative costs, and fraudulent claims. Attend this seminar and update your knowledge of workers' compensation laws while delving into more advanced areas,  more...

Employee Discharge and Documentation Benefits strong When can flawed documentation be worse than none at all? /strong The stakes are high. Valuable management time can be compromised. Lawsuits are on the rise. Whether supervising one employee or dozens, handling discharge and documentation issues is often a manager's worst nightmare. What's more, courts and juries are providing a jolting wake-up call for those who fail to meet the  more...

Connecticut State and Local Tax Issues BenefitsYou can avoid crippling fines and make tax audits manageable with an updated knowledge of Connecticut state and local tax rules and regulations. Attend this seminar and we'll help you identify the myriad of state and local tax issues relevant to your company or clients. Register today and understand the state and local tax complexities that confound many business owners. You'll find out  more...

Current Issues in Renewable Energy Sources Benefits strong Get on the road to success in using renewable energy sources - and get ahead in your field. /strong Attend this cutting-edge seminar and stay informed of the latest issues related to renewable energy sources. You'll gain a clear understanding of emerging regulatory issues for renewable energy projects. Meet the challenges ahead and find out what you need to know about financing  more...

Basics of Colorado Water Law Benefits strong Colorado water law compliance is an uphill battle - do you know what you're up against? /strong Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to water law in Colorado. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about deep groundwater. You'll get an inside look at how to respond to confusing issues  more...

Legal Hot Topics and Current Issues in the Construction Industry Benefits strong What you don't know can hurt you - stay updated on construction law and make your next project hassle-free. /strong Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on current issues in the construction industry. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions regarding insurance, green construction and more! Avoid problems down  more...

Senate Bill 375: Planning and Strategies for Land Use and Transportation Benefits strong Learn about developments with SB 375 and how California is reshaping land use planning /strong Get the latest information on how planning agencies are implementing SB 375. Attend this seminar and get a comprehensive understanding of both the legal and practical techniques to navigate through new land use and environmental regulations. Register today and get the latest on SB 375  more...

Green Building and Sustainable Design in New Jersey Green building isn't as costly as you think - find out how to save money while minimizing your risk. Yes, you can build green and save money. Unfortunately, many professionals lack the know-how to make sure their budgets don't suffer. Even for those who do, green technology and legal issues are changing so fast that it may seem impossible to keep up. That's where we can help! Attend this seminar  more...

Michigan Business Taxes Prevent costly mistakes by learning the essentials of Michigan business taxes - including all the latest updates. Attend this cutting-edge seminar and get helpful insight and recent updates on Michigan's business taxes. You'll gain a clear understanding of the two components of the Michigan business taxes - the modified gross receipts tax and the business income tax. Meet the challenges ahead and  more...

Subdividing Real Property: Legal, Practical and Technical Issues Learn how to navigate through complex subdivision procedures - and prevent costly mistakes. Even in the current tight economy, you can be successful - and even prosper - in subdividing real property. Take advantage of this timely opportunity to boost your income by learning about the complex subdivision process under Georgia law. Discover how the subdivision process interacts with other land use  more...

Using OCIPs and CCIPs Increase your project efficiency and profitability - learn the intricacies of OCIPs and CCIPs. Increasingly, owners and contractors are turning to OCIPs and CCIPs to insure some or all parties to a construction project. Whether you're the sponsor of a program or an enrolled party in someone else's program, this seminar will help you navigate the complexities of contract language, bid credits,  more...

Appellate Practice: A View From the Bench Do you have the latest and most effective strategies for appellate practice? Register for this information-packed seminar and get a win-win approach to succeeding in appeals court. Hear about the latest issues in jurisdiction, finality and standards of review. Get all your toughest questions answered regarding writing a successful brief. Find out how you can prosper in spite of complex laws and  more...

Defending a Workers' Compensation Claim Find out how to minimize workers' compensation costs - stay afloat in these challenging economic times. If workers' compensation costs are a thorn in your side - and why wouldn't they be? - fear not! There is a way for you to immediately lower your costs and your frustration. And it's easy too! Join us for this seminar and get up-to-the-minute strategies and legal updates. Minimize future  more...

The Impact of the Great Lakes Water Compact in Ohio Discover how to navigate the Great Lakes Water Compact with ease. Attend this enlightening seminar and find out what you need to know about the impact of the Great Lakes Water Compact in Ohio. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about how this affects water law and practices in your area. You'll get an inside look at how the compact affects  more...

Section 504 vs. the IDEA Discover how to skillfully maneuver through IDEA and Section 504 issues. Attend this enlightening seminar and get an overview of the requirements of Section 504 and the IDEA, including the due process protections provided to students with disabilities. Find out how Section 504 was recently incorporated into the Americans with Disabilities Act. Learn about the specific services available through  more...

Eminent Domain Learn how to navigate through complex eminent domain procedures - and prevent costly mistakes. Attend this cutting-edge seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues related to eminent domain. You'll gain a clear understanding of appraising in eminent domain assignments. Meet the challenges ahead and find out what you need to know about condemnation lawsuits. These are just a few of the valuable  more...

Commercial Real Estate Lease Escalations Ensure nothing gets overlooked - get on the road to success in real estate lease escalations. Attend this cutting-edge seminar and get helpful strategies on lease escalations in New York. You'll gain a clear understanding of the commercial lease negotiation process. Meet the challenges ahead and find out what you need to know about real estate taxes. These are just a few of the valuable tips  more...

Collecting Construction Payments Yes, you can collect your payments without fear! What every construction professional needs to know. Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to collecting construction payments. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about extras and changes. You'll get an inside look at how to respond to confusing issues  more...

How to Prevent the Potential Hazards of Green Design Green buildings are taking the LEED®. Don't just get in line - get ahead Stay ahead of the curve - learn how to incorporate sustainable designs into your next project. The green building industry is gaining market share and still growing. Green is everywhere - but how do you make it work in your project? Sign up for this seminar and get the knowledge you need to separate green design hype from  more...

Standardized Field Sobriety Tests Do you have the latest and most effective strategies for dealing with SFSTs? Attend this cutting-edge seminar and get helpful strategies on handling ethical issues in sobriety tests. You'll gain a clear understanding of the historical development of standardized field sobriety tests. Meet the challenges ahead and find out what you need to know about cross-examinations of the arresting officer.  more...

Breaking Down the Short Trial Program Do you have the latest and most effective strategies for navigating through the short trial program? Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to the short trial program in Nevada. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about judicial ethics. You'll get an inside look at how to respond to confusing issues  more...

Discipline of Students With Special Needs Discover how you can prevent disciplinary complications while maximizing your students' potential. Register for this seminar to hear from experienced professionals how you can avoid complaints, work more efficiently with staff and parents, and - most importantly - successfully and legally modify inappropriate behavior. Spend less time caught up in disciplinary hassles and more time actually  more...

Water Considerations in Land Development Learn how to navigate through water considerations and prevent costly delays in development. Failing to account for wetlands when planning a project can result in long delays and increased expenses. What's more, a violation of wetlands law - even if inadvertent - will subject you to civil and criminal penalties, as well as the cost of restoring the impacted wetlands. The balance between private  more...

Training for Supervisors: How to Limit Liability for Employment Issues Are you asking for an employment lawsuit - without even realizing it? Supervisors increasingly are expected to have not only operational expertise, but also the ability to manage and respond to personnel issues such as employee requests for leave or accommodation, poor employee performance and absenteeism. Although supervisors typically have received training in their operational areas, they may  more...

Real Estate Development From Beginning to End The basics are the same in good times and in bad - learn them from the experts. Developing real estate is tough - its even tougher in a down economy. Learn what others are doing to maneuver through and succeed in these challenging times. Each link in the complex and multifaceted real estate development process affects the success of the project. Do you have every angle covered? This seminar  more...

Low-Impact Development and Storm Water Management Do you have the latest and most effective strategies for low-impact development? Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to low-impact development and storm water management. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about land use trends that impact water quality. You'll get an inside look at how to respond  more...

Historic Preservation: Easements, Tax Incentives and Other Considerations Learn how to navigate through complex historic preservation procedures - and prevent costly mistakes. Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to historic preservation in New York. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about tax incentives. You'll get an inside look at how to respond to confusing issues  more...

Four Most Common Injuries in Workers' Compensation Protect your organization - know the 5 most common workers' comp injuries and prevent them. Attend this enlightening seminar and hear a comprehensive medical/legal panel provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about specific injuries. Get straightforward information that will give you an edge in handling any kind of workers' compensation claim. Register today and you'll get an  more...

Construction Management/Design-Build What you don't know can hurt you - stay informed on construction management and design-build. Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on how construction projects are undertaken today. Understand the intricacies of two widely recognized methods - design-build and construction management. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding these delivery methods and the respective risk  more...

Real Estate Law From A to Z Protect your organization - know the ins and outs of real estate law. Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on the legal concepts related to real estate. Understand the intricacies of real estate transactions. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding assessments and property taxation. Avoid problems down the road by protecting yourself and your company - find out exactly  more...

Sustainable Development: Incorporating Green Designs Into Your Building Projects Stay ahead of the curve - learn how to incorporate sustainable designs into your next project. The green building industry is gaining market share and still growing. Green is everywhere - but how do you make it work in your project? Sign up for this seminar and get the knowledge you need to separate green design hype from reality. Start making smart decisions about implementing green design  more...

Keeping Current With Increasingly Common Diagnoses of ADHD, Autism, Asperger's, OCD and Tourette Syndrome Discover how to help those with developmental disabilities reach their full potential. Join us for this unique seminar and get strategies for staying up to date with the increased diagnoses of a number of developmental disorders. With their increased prevalence, professionals need more tools to meet individual special needs. Attend this seminar and get tips on relieving signs of significant  more...

HIPAA Audits It's been five years since HIPAA took effect - are you still compliant? Discover how to best respond to HIPAA investigations and audits, and how to reduce the likelihood of fines. Stop wondering if your organization is compliant - know that it is. Register for this seminar today! The lack of case law - along with uncertainties in the interpretation of HIPAA regulations - has left many people  more...

The Development Approval Process Don't get lost on the road to development approval. Can't figure out how to get through complicated application, development review and other approval stages? Don't panic - get the guidance you need at this informative seminar. You'll learn about land use application and entitlements within the Las Vegas Valley, specifically for the planning and development departments. Discover strategies for  more...

Human Resource Audits: Auditing Your Procedures, Documentation and Policies Take the headaches out of HR audits - learn essential strategies for staying in compliance. Join us for this seminar and learn how to ensure your human resource forms, policies and procedures are compliant with the law. You'll also learn how human resource audits can help keep your office and your company on the cutting edge of human resource administration. Attend and you'll discover a road map  more...

Plan Reading and Scheduling How to avoid the pitfalls of plan reading and scheduling - what you don't know could hurt you. Attend this seminar and learn about the importance of documentation in the successful prosecution of construction projects, with special emphasis on the construction plans and progress schedules. Find out how to read, understand and interrelate all the parts of construction drawings - plans, sections,  more...

Commercial Real Estate Finance in Challenging Times Make the deal happen even in a shaky economy - avoid the mistakes that kill commercial real estate transactions. These are not just hard times, but perhaps the hardest times we've seen in our careers - take this opportunity to sharpen your skills and confidently handle real estate financing. Attend this seminar and gain the tools you need to make an educated decision in any challenge. Today's  more...

Media Relations for Government Officials Do you have the latest and most effective strategies for interacting with the press? Register for this seminar and get strategies on how to effectively, ethically and legally interact with the news media. You'll get an inside look at how to respond to confusing issues surrounding public records and open meeting laws, as well as a host of other legal and practical issues. Attend this seminar and  more...

Gaming Law Learn how to navigate through complex gaming law - and prevent costly mistakes. Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to gaming law and procedures. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about Title 31 and Title 26. You'll get an inside look at how to respond to confusing issues surrounding new games and  more...

Auto Claims and Trials: Winning, Defending and Understanding Coverage Staying current on auto insurance law is crucial - and can make or brake your case. On August 31, 1869, Mary Ward of County Offaly, Ireland, fell under the wheel of her cousin's experimental steam vehicle and into history as the first documented person ever to be injured in a motor vehicle accident. Today in the United States, Mrs. Ward would be only one of an average of 42,000 automobile  more...

Change Orders Stop change order nightmares in their tracks - get on the right track from the start. As a professional involved in construction projects, you know how important it is for change orders to accurately reflect the intent of all parties. Hastily negotiated and vaguely drafted change orders fail to express the intent of parties and - more often than not - lead to unwanted and unnecessary disputes.  more...

Internet Researching for Paralegals Ensure nothing gets overlooked - get effective Internet research tips for paralegals. Find out how to be the one your attorney or firm relies on. In our fast-paced legal world, we're often asked to find information about someone or something - usually at a moment's notice. Attend this seminar and get the practical tips you need to be an effective Internet researcher. Get a firm grasp of how to  more...

How Design Documents Can Prevent or Cause Construction Claims Stop construction claim nightmares in their tracks - get on the right track from the start. Join us for this must-attend seminar and gain a clear understanding of the relationship of design documents to construction claims. Gain winning strategies for navigating the labyrinth of risk management issues. Solve your toughest problems regarding claims without worry. Avoid problems down the road by  more...

Preparing for the Next Wave of Real Estate Closings The buyers' market is coming - be prepared for it! If you're not equipped to address the vast array of factors that can affect real estate closings, the closing experience can be unpleasant at best - and devastating at worst. Join us for this comprehensive seminar and get a detailed picture of closing issues from start to finish. Experienced professionals will give you essential information on  more...

Approval and Funding of Infrastructure Discover how to navigate the minefields of infrastructure approval and funding. Colorado and the West face increasing needs for infrastructure, including highways, transit, electrical transmission, power, pipelines and water. At the same time, securing financing and governmental approvals for such infrastructure is often becoming more difficult. Attend this one-day seminar and get both essential  more...

Coastal Engineering and Land Use Issues Stay up to speed and in compliance - learn the facts about coastal regulations and land use issues. Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on the Coastal Zone Management Act. Understand the intricacies of regulations related to streams, wetlands and buffers. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding the one-stop coordination express permitting program. Avoid problems down  more...

Strategies to Reduce Medicare Billing Errors Strategies to Reduce Medicare Billing Errors - Shrinking reimbursement in today s medical practices makes staying on top of claim denials more critical than ever before. Medicare is typically one of the largest payers for most practices, and understanding the importance of managing and reducing or eliminating these denials is crucial to any medical practice. Denial management is one of the most  more...

Legal Issues in Construction Disputes-Three Key Questions Legal Issues in Construction Disputes - Over the last 20 years, the construction industry has changed significantly. Different delivery systems have developed making less relevant the traditional design-bid-build structure upon which most construction disputes have been decided. There has also been a substantial effort to use damage waivers and liability limits as a means of controlling runaway  more...

Understanding California's Public Construction Bidding Process The Construction Bidding Process - Learn how to navigate through complex public bidding procedures and prevent costly mistakes. Are you a construction contractor or subcontractor considering bidding on public contracts, but want to understand the process better? Are you employed by a public agency that wants to take advantage of construction contracting options while minimizing the likelihood  more...

Fundamentals of Acquisition Transactions Fundamentals of Acquisition Transactions - How to avoid the pitfalls of acquisition transactions what you don t know could hurt you. Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on current developments in agreements. Understand the intricacies of mergers and acquisitions. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding qualified plans. Avoid problems down the road by protecting  more...

Ethics for Accountants Ethics for Accountants - Protect your organization know the ins and outs of ethics for accountants. In today s post-Sarbanes-Oxley and litigious world, CPAs continue to have substantial exposure both to regulatory discipline and as defendants in litigation. This comprehensive seminar will bring you up to date on the ethical rules and practices governing accountants. Register today and get  more...

Understanding Land and Title Surveys Understanding Land and Title Surveys - End confusion on the survey maze. Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on different types of surveys and maps. Understand the intricacies of survey exception and survey reading. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding positional accuracy and mapping standards. Avoid problems down the road by protecting yourself and your company  more...

Technology in the Workplace HR in the Electronic Age - Protect your organization get strategies that will help you deal with technology at work. In the last several years, issues such as hacking, espionage, stalking and infringement, cyberharassment, weblogs, discovery requests for electronically stored data, identity theft and picture phones have begun to confound businesses. Protecting companies against egregious  more...

The Basics of Employment Claims, Workers' Compensation Claims and the Interplay Between the Two Employment and Workers' Compensation Claims - Protect your organization know how labor laws interact with workers compensation. Register for this information-packed seminar and get a win-win approach to defenses to workers compensation claims. Hear about the latest trends in workers compensation law. Get all your toughest questions answered regarding reasonable accommodation. Find out how  more...

All About Trusts All About Trusts - Discover how to navigate the minefields of trusts with ease. Attend this cutting-edge seminar and you ll gain a clear understanding of the different types of trusts. Meet the challenges ahead and find out what you need to know about estate planning issues, asset protection considerations, estate and gift tax considerations, and grantor trust rules. These are just a few of the  more...

Guardianships and Conservatorships Guardianships and Conservatorships - Protect your organization know the ins and outs of guardianships and conservatorships. Attend this cutting-edge seminar and get helpful strategies on guardianships and conservatorships. You ll gain a clear understanding of filing for guardianships and conservatorships. Meet the challenges ahead and find out what you need to know about selecting the  more...

Paralegal Ethics Ethics for Paralegals - Ethics one of the most important topics in the practice of law! The use of paralegals has become common in the legal profession; however, most states have no specific regulations with regard to paralegal training or certification, which results in many ethical areas of concern for lawyers as well as paralegals. Attend this valuable seminar and get up to speed on key  more...

The Financial Consultant s Role on Your Construction Projects and Capital Investments The Financial Consultant's Role on Your Project Design Team - If you have a multimillion-dollar capital project involving design, engineering and construction and you want to make sure the project is delivered within your budget, you will want to attend this teleconference. Many companies start large construction projects and do not know what the estimated payback will be in terms of increased  more...

Internet Tax Research Internet Tax Research - Find out how to be the one your organization relies on. In our fast-paced accounting world, we re often asked to find information about state and federal tax issues sometimes at a moment s notice. Attend this teleconference and get the practical tips you need to be an effective Internet researcher. Get a firm grasp of how to research legislative history and case law.  more...

Current Lending Problems and Trends: Are You Ready for the FDIC Exam? Current Lending Problems and Trends: Are You Ready for the FDIC Exam? - This teleconference will provide you with information needed to spot potential trouble with a future FDIC exam before its too late. You will receive practical information to guide you on how to be prepared for an exam long before the examiners arrive.  more...

Risk Transfer Provisions: The Hidden Traps in Construction Agreements 5 Risk Transfer Issues in Contracting - Tucked away in today s construction agreements is a number of risk shifting provisions. All too often, one or more parties in a construction project do not appreciate the significance of these provisions. These provisions can effectively transfer millions of dollars of risk, and the party accepting that risk must properly understand the implications of these  more...

Conflicts of Interest: Identification and Waivers Conflicts of Interest: Identification and Waivers - Conflicts of interest pose enormous risks to lawyers and their firms, including disqualification, disgorgement of fees, loss of clients and even professional discipline. Dealing with conflicts of interest is therefore one of the most important - and complex - components of a law firm s risk management program.  more...

Collaboration in the Classroom: Implementing Effective Co-Teaching Arrangements Implementing Effective Co-Teaching Arrangements - Students with special needs are increasingly being served in general education classes and more and more educators are being asked to co-teach to meet those diverse needs. However, though co-teaching continues to be used as a service delivery option in the inclusive classroom, many educators report that they are unfamiliar with the strategies  more...

Planning for Renovation Projects Planning for Renovation Projects - As construction costs skyrocket, renovation of existing buildings become an attractive alternate. Besides cost savings, recycling buildings is becoming a green choice to facility development. The available national standards for renovation of existing buildings is peaking and solidifying the standard approach to existing building renovations. This  more...

A Practical Approach to Developing a Wellness Program A Practical Approach to Developing a Wellness Program - Wellness is a proven strategy for keeping employees healthy and controlling health costs. You will learn practical tips on how to develop a successful wellness program for your employees from one of the most experienced wellness professionals in the country. You will find out how you can develop your program so that employees participate and  more...

Tax Updates and Incentives of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act Tax Updates and Incentives of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act - This teleconference will explore the additions, modifications and extensions made by the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 to the energy tax provisions of the Internal Revenue Code, and will analyze structures that may be employed to monetize or shift the tax credits and other attributes from the developer of  more...

Proactive Strategies to Reduce Your Workers' Compensation Premiums Proactive Strategies to Reduce Your Workers' Compensation Premiums - Workers Compensation, born of a Prussian social insurance scheme, has morphed into a complex medico-legal quagmire that serves neither the interests of the employee, nor the employer. However, by understanding that workers compensation is more than insurance, simple tools may be employed to reduce the likelihood of incurring  more...

What's New for LEED in 2009: The Overhaul of the U.S. Green Building Council LEED Program What's New for LEED in 2009 - This teleconference provides an update on the U.S. Green Building Council s newly refined green building performance rating and certification system. Nearly four years of technical research, reviews of many actual LEED certified projects and advisory activities by hundreds of technical experts have resulted in a major reworking of the well-known LEED green building  more...

Loan Participations: Agreement, Servicing, and Maintenance Loan Participations: Agreement Servicing and Maintenance - Recent adverse events in the United States financial markets such as the collapse of the subprime mortgage market and the attendant failures of several financial institutions small and large have increased the internal and external scrutiny of the financial assets in the portfolios of the remaining financial institutions. Particular  more...

The Manufacturing Deduction: What Is It and Who Qualifies? The Manufacturing Deduction: What Is It and Who Qualifies? - This teleconference provides a technical overview of the Section 199 deduction. Participants will review the various requirements of Section 199, as well as fact patterns/examples illustrating these requirements. Attendees will be able to understand the requirements for calculating the Section 199 deduction, including qualified  more...

Creating and Maintaining a Domestic Partner Benefits Policy: New Laws and Recent Trends Creating a Domestic Partner Benefits Policy - Many employers offer benefits to the domestic partners of their employees. However, employers frequently struggle with various legal and administrative questions such as what benefits to offer, what type proof of domestic partnership should be requested, how to tax the benefits and if they are required to or prohibited from offering certain benefits.  more...

Construction Litigation Stop construction litigation nightmares in their tracks get on the right track from the start. Successfully completing a construction project requires careful planning, execution and diligence at every stage. But even the most well-planned projects inevitably encounter problems and conflicts. The abilities of the owner, contractors, architect and engineers to foresee and respond to these  more...

The Basics of Finance Learn to Read and Understand Balance Sheets Income Statements and Cash Flow Statements Finance is the universal language of business are you fluent? Each company s success is measured by its bottom line a basic knowledge of finance terminology is essential in today s business world. In this information-packed seminar, you ll get an in-depth look at the three basic financial statements the balance sheet, the income statement and the cash flow statement. Find out how they tie  more...

HSAs HRAs FSAs How They Can Reduce Your Cost and Increase Your Benefits Concerned about rising health insurance costs and how your company may be impacted? Costs of health insurance continue to soar and you need to become ever more creative in establishing your employee benefit programs. Attend this innovative seminar and learn how to supplement your medical insurance plan with other benefit programs to keep costs in check and still offer full medical coverage.  more...

Motion Law From Basic to Advanced Procedures Discover how to navigate the minefields of motion law with ease. Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to major motions and legal research. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about preparing for an appeal. You ll get an inside look at how to respond to confusing issues surrounding ethics and  more...

Profitable Strategies for Distressed Real Estate Investment Properties Discover the most profitable strategies for distressed property investment. Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on issues related to foreclosed and pre-foreclosed property. Understand the intricacies of purchasing real estate using your 401(k). Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding government-owned and bank-owned property. Avoid problems down the road by protecting  more...

Family Law A View From the Bench ...iew of the judge s perspective on matters that family law attorneys handle every day. You ll hear insights from the decision makers themselves on the overall process, the judges expectations and the judges perception of common family court interactions. Whether you are new to the field or have years of experience, you ll walk away with the ability to confidently handle every challenge you face.  more...

Buying and Selling a Business and Business Valuations Ensure nothing gets overlooked get on the road to success in business sales, purchase and valuation. Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on structure issues. Understand the intricacies of purchase and sale agreements. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding closing documents. Avoid problems down the road by protecting yourself and your company find out exactly what  more...