Crisis Telephone Seminars

Basel III Regulatory Update ...crisis that began in 2008, international banking regulators have been working together to increase the stability and resiliency of the global financial system. The Basel III Accord is a cornerstone of that international initiative. The Basel III Accord, which represents the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision's proposals for capital and liquidity requirements for banking institutions, were  more...

Loan Modification Fundamentals ...ith these crises have been created. How we deal with this crisis will have a significant impact on the nation's economy. Borrowers and lenders alike are working to resolve these defaults and foreclosures, attempting to find a balance between allowing consumers to remain in their homes without bankrupting their lenders. This live audio conference will discuss the practical ways borrowers and  more...

Current Issues in Real Estate Appraisals ...crisis and recession appears to be over, but where are we in terms of current market conditions for various property types and how does this relate to the valuation process? What is an evaluation versus an appraisal and what impact might they have on the lending community and appraisal industry? What are key issues in appraisals and ways of looking at risk? This live audio conference will  more...

The WE in Wellness--5 Skills Every Case Manager Should Know for Effective Case Management BenefitsHelping clients attain their highest degree of wellness requires many skills and a repertoire of approaches, some which may be new to case managers and the teams with which they work. The specialty of Case Management has become more and more crucial for the coordination of an individual client's healthcare provided by multidisciplinary teams within and between organizations and systems. As  more...

Effective Collections: A Proactive Approach to Credit Management ...ly and quickly, and keep that money coming in? The credit crisis, high fuel costs, job losses, bankruptcies, foreclosures and the failing economy are all contributing to factories closing, job loss and business owners going out of business because they can't get paid. Learn how to take specific steps and use positive action to streamline and maximize your credit management policies. This live  more...

All You Need to Know About the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act but Didn't Know to Ask ...crisis continues help keep your business out of a lawsuit by better understanding and learning more about the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, who is affected, what debts are covered, who enforces it and how you can collect more money while following the law. Failing to properly train collectors is a top reason companies get sued. Don't let this happen to you, learn as much as you can about  more...

How Can End-of-Life Planning Resources Benefit Your Workplace? ... children and other relatives, or who experience a health crisis for themselves or a partner. End-of life issues affect benefits costs, workers' productivity and absentee rates. This audio conference helps the employer evaluate and enhance human resources programs and policies to assist workers who will face caregiving, serious illness, grief and loss, and end-of-life planning. Potential  more...

Legal Aspects in Representing Clients with Dementia ...nderstand why preplanning measures are important to avoid crisis situations upon medical incapacity. The topics covered include everything from simple advanced directives and estate planning, to complex planning for the purpose of VA and Medicaid benefits. You will understand the process of legal crisis intervention if preplanning measures are not put in place. Learning Objectives - You will  more...

Public/Private Partnerships: Major Infrastructure and Other Development Projects ...y for developers and contractors to weather this economic crisis. The expectations and hopes are high on all sides, and the risks, political and financial, are even higher. This teleconference will assist you in understanding how the P3 model works and provide you with tools for evaluating the viability of a proposed P3. Learning Objectives - You will be able to identify required and  more...

Implications of the Michigan Budget Shortfall ...crisis that will have a direct impact on Michigan's quality of life and future development. Most people do not understand how Michigan's economy works and how it relates to the State Budget process. This teleconference will help shed some light on what economic factors go into the development of the state budget and the impact the current recession and budget shortfall is having on the citizens  more...

Screening Commercial Tenants: Priorities and Pitfalls ...dustry experts' fears of a looming commercial real estate crisis. The report warns of a wave of defaults on commercial real estate loans in the next year resulting in potential losses between $200 to $300 billion. Although no single factor is blamed for these potential losses, the report acknowledges the substantial increase in vacancies is forcing rental values to decline at alarming rates.  more...

Doing Business with Distressed Vendors and Customers: Strategies to Employ in Workouts, Litigation and Bankruptcy ...crisis are being felt in every industry and at every point in the supply chain. More and more often, vendors are encountering distressed buyers and buyers are dealing with distressed suppliers. Attend this teleconference and you will learn to recognize the early warning signs of financial distress, and be armed with strategies that can be employed in consensual workouts with a distressed buyer  more...

Leasing Public Infrastructure ...hese transactions have slowed during the recent financial crisis, once federal direct funding through the American Recovery and Investment Act slows, it is thought that these transactions will again become more popular as a way to provide government services without increasing taxes. This teleconference helps government decision-makers and investors with respect to identifying and evaluating  more...

Accounting for Off-Balance Sheet Items Update ...dly, as off-balance sheet financing. The recent financial crisis elevated concerns about the adequacy of the accounting and reporting standards for these transactions and structures. In June of 2009, the FASB issued two major standards, SFAS 166 and 167, in an attempt to address these concerns. SFAS 166 strengthens the sale accounting requirements for transactions involving transfers of  more...

Directors' and Officers' Liability Insurance: Current Topics and Key Issues ...crisis, directors and officers are acutely aware of the potential for liability and the importance that directors' and officers' liability insurance afford sufficient coverage to provide for a defense and indemnity for any settlement or judgment. This teleconference will provide you with insight into common issues and trends that arise during a claim for D O liability insurance coverage. It  more...

Challenges and Rights of the Subordinate Debt ...crisis, providing forms of subordinate debt can be a lucrative business model. However, the higher pricing and upfront fees come with substantial risk. If a subordinate lender can adequately review those risk factors and can hedge against them, a portfolio of subordinate debt can be a successful one. This teleconference will explore the potential risks of making subordinate loans, bankruptcy  more...

Community Association Legal Issues - Charting the Course Through Rough Seas ...stances of a project caught in the middle of the economic crisis will be discussed, including the period of developer control, funding the Association by the developer and occupancy issues. Finally, the teleconference will consider the dilemma of resales of property, the required disclosures and the availability of financing through conventional sources. This teleconference is critical to  more...

Affordable Housing: Finance and Development, How to Maximize the Available Resources ...arket has been severely impacted by the subprime mortgage crisis and a downturn in the general economy. As a result, finding capital and equity to build affordable housing has become more and more difficult as investors sit this one out while the market stabilizes. This teleconference will highlight the issues, problems, causes, recent trends, what can be done and what is being done to address  more...

Using Green Strategies for Your Business to Increase Your Profits ...y sustainability is just as relevant during this economic crisis, if not more so (source: World Business Council on Sustainable Development). Obama's Stimulus Plan is focused on green jobs and infrastructure. Monster.com surveys show that green is a critical talent retention strategy. Discover what is driving this wave toward green and sustainable products and services. Find out how your  more...

Multifamily Project Finance and Development ...ng or well conceived new projects. The looming 'refinance crisis' for multifamily projects financed with CMBS and with soon-to-expire construction loans will only add to the challenges. This teleconference will explore a variety of debt and equity programs, including some new and nontraditional ones that are available to help in addressing the credit market issues. Presidents, vice presidents,  more...

From TV to Twitter: Working With the Media During a Crisis ...s media-intensive world, how leaders communicate during a crisis can be just as important - sometimes even more important - than how they manage the problem itself. Whether it's a natural disaster, accident, sensational crime or political controversy, the public and the media demand answers and information now, whether through traditional or new social media channels. Managing and surviving a  more...

Setting the Stage for Rehiring: Logistic and Liability Issues ...crisis, employers across the country have undertaken unprecedented workforce reductions. However, eventually the economic pendulum will swing the other way and employers will be faced with the task of re-staffing their depleted workforce. Smart employers plan and prepare for that day so they can quickly identify and rehire the key talent necessary to meet their business needs moving forward.  more...

Crisis Intervention Team Training for Law Enforcement for the 21st Century ...some component of mental illness component and many reach crisis level. Typical law enforcement training is focused on projecting authoritative persona, command and control, and follow my directions or else. These tactics often lead to use of force and injury for all involved parties. Some lead to litigation and failure to train is often invoked in allegations when alternative crisis  more...

Establishing Payment Arrangements: Beyond Net 30 nMore than 10,000 businesses have slow or nonpaying customers. How can you collect that money efficiently and quickly and keep that money coming in? The credit crisis, high fuel costs, job losses, bankruptcies, foreclosures and the failing economy are all contributing to factories closing, job loss and business owners going out of business because they can't get paid. Maximize your in-house  more...

Alternatives to Reductions in Force ...licity and labor relations challenges. While the economic crisis has caused numerous companies to consider restructurings in response to a turbulent business environment, there are compelling business and legal reasons to consider alternatives to layoffs. This teleconference will address the legal and business cases for considering alternatives to layoffs and will discuss several potential  more...

Mortgage Cocktail: Lessons From the Credit Crisis and What May Be Next ...e, you'll hear about fiscal and monetary solutions to the crisis and the possible regulatory changes as a result of the crisis. Our renowned speaker will provide practical insight and predictions on the equity, bond, housing and commercial real estate markets. n nRather than poring over charts and graphs, you'll hear the unique insight and macroeconomic observations of an experienced  more...