Decisions Telephone Seminars

Sales and Use Taxation of Internet Sales: The Evolving Case Law ...nal principles. By exploring the growing body of judicial decisions, this live audio conference will help you better understand your sales and use tax obligations and ensure compliance. It will explain the constitutional requirements that must be satisfied in order for a state to impose sales or use tax obligations. We will examine the critical substantial nexus requirement and clarify the  more...

New Building Construction - Why Tilt-Up Is The Right Choice! ...ner selects tilt-up construction, there are some critical decisions that must be considered in the earliest stages of the project. You will learn about necessary decisions such as contractor qualifications, and also about the latest innovations in tilt-up construction as they apply to energy efficiency, LEED , and security. Finally, you will see several case studies of completed tilt-up  more...

Environmental Issues and Agriculture ...equent legal challenges and regulatory responses to court decisions are eroding some of the exemptions and raise significant potential legal liabilities. This live audio seminar will provide you with the latest court and regulatory developments concerning topics such as the evolving definition and scope of wetlands, requirements for handling animal wastes and waste water, efforts to make  more...

Demolition and Asset Recovery Fundamentals ...ontractor. You will be able to make better, more informed decisions on any decommissioning, dismantling, and demolition projects you are planning. Learning Objectives - You will be able to explain decommissioning for reuse. - You will be able to describe wholesale demolition. - You will be able to discuss finding the right market. - You will be able to review asset recovery. This live audio  more...

What You Need to Know About Section 404 Permits BenefitsAny proposed project involving wetlands or other waters of the United States is likely to require some type of permit issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. As the federal agency responsible for regulating impacts to wetlands, the Corps' regulations and the permit process can represent a significant part of a project's development. The identification of wetlands or other waters on a  more...

Paralegal's Guide to Administrative Law Research ...under the implementation of their rules and issue written decisions which can affect the interpretation of those rules. The Internet is a source for some of this material, but is not a one stop access area to everything a researcher could need in tracking down a regulation or decision. This live audio conference establishes a context for how administrative rules are created, what publications  more...

Using Social Media in Banking BenefitsSocial media has become a hot topic for bank boards and senior managers as hundreds of millions of consumers have congregated to social networks, blogs, and other social media platforms. The widespread use of social media has resulted in structural changes in commerce, politics, and now, banking. Banks are being forced to adapt to changes created by social media. Specifically, banks must  more...

Incoterms 2010 Fundamentals BenefitsIncoterms are global shipping terms to define each party's responsibilities for the movement of goods. This live audio conference is a must-attend event for importers and exporters. We will review the purpose of Incoterms and what has changed since Incoterms 2000. We will cover each Incoterm in detail and its definitions, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of each term, so that  more...

Rain Water Harvesting ...to success for your facility. You will avoid making wrong decisions or having unrealistic expectations. You will also be given the tools to project their rainwater harvest and to evaluate the economics and cost-effectiveness of their venture. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to discuss the historical overview from ancient times to the present. - You will be able to identify engineering  more...

Federal Cases From Pleading to Judgment for Paralegals ...akes chess game, paralegals and attorneys must make daily decisions with an eye toward the litigation process as a whole, keeping in mind that the ultimate goal is a final judgment in their client's favor. This live audio conference will give paralegals, both new and experienced, a detailed overview of the litigation process from start to final judgment. Understanding how a trial is  more...

Students With Disabilities: How to Legally Discipline BenefitsDisabled students who are classified under IDEA or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act are frequently the subject of student disciplinary proceedings in public school districts. It is imperative that public school district officials understand the obligations imposed by the statutes and how to fulfill these obligations. This live audio conference will help the person responsible for  more...

Documentation and Proof of Construction Delay .... It will also describe the underlying legal concepts and decisions. Step-by-step, real-life examples will allow you to see how the concepts and techniques presented in the audio conference are actually applied. At the conclusion, you will be able to identify and quantify delays before they occur, preventing unnecessary disputes and claims. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to recognize  more...

Pricing and Cost Analysis in Purchasing ...decisions a business or organization has to make is how much to pay for its items or services. The buying professional should be able to easily detect prices that are too high. Thus pricing decisions must be given careful consideration when buying industrial products and services. The price of a product or service should be expected to cover cost of production, promotion and distribution, plus  more...

The Carryover Basis Election for 2010 Decedents ...ities are legion and the Form must be filed, implying all decisions made, by November 15, 2011. This live audio conference will provide an overview of the law and issues, review the two recent pronouncement, discuss issues they raise and attempt to provide attorneys, accountants, financial advisers and others dealing with 2010 estates, some practical guidance as to how to proceed. This live  more...

Director and Officer Liability: A Focus on Creditor Issues ...decisions are coming out absolving directors of companies from fiduciary liability. What cases hold directors liable? What cases hold officers liable? These are distinctively different questions. How do jury instructions address this liability? Topics to be discussed include breach of loyalty causes of action, as well as nondisclosure of material information and conflict of interest. This  more...

Changes to Cafeteria Plans: What You Need to Know to Prepare BenefitsThe IRS recently issued new rules which replaced portions of the old regulations. These new rules are exciting but require you to review and act on your old documents. The information provided in this live audio conference will assist you in decisions for the upcoming plan year and how to prepare for the changes. This live audio conference is designed for human resources and benefits  more...

The Trickle Down Effect of Health Care Reform: A Potpourri of Payroll, Benefits, Income Taxes, and Other Changes ...t. This is an opportunity for employers to reassess their decisions and consider the future impact of this legislation. Attend this live audio conference and stay current on your compliance obligations, planning considerations and take a closer look at the impact on your payroll system, benefit plans, and accommodations. This live audio conference is designed for payroll professionals, human  more...

Winning at the Gate: Practical Lessons for Stating or Attacking Claims in a Post-Twombly/Iqbal World ...decisions in Twombly and Iqbal changed the standard for pleading a claim in federal court cases, but lawyers and courts continue to struggle in applying the plausibility standard. This live audio conference explores practical approaches to 'winning at the gate,' whether you are pleading or attacking a claim, particularly in the complex commercial litigation arena. We will discuss strategies for  more...

Recent Developments in Material Participation for LLCs and LLPs ... the recent cases and an in-depth analysis of each of the decisions. The reasoning of the decisions will be critically examined, teaching you what the decisions mean to business owners in terms of their ability to claim losses from limited liability entities under current law. The audio conference will also examine the alternatives the IRS might pursue as it contemplates amending the  more...

Land Use Law Update ...ditionally, you will receive an update on recent land use decisions having far-reaching effects. We will offer practical and strategic insights for those who regularly are involved in the land entitlement process, as well as those who are reluctantly drawn into the process. Learning Objectives - You will be able to discuss RLUIPA issues. - You will be able to define regulatory takings. - You  more...

Construction Joint Ventures: Benefits and Pitfalls ...on-going governance of joint ventures, and emphasizes the decisions and safeguards that minimize the possibility of joint venture disasters. Learning Objectives - You will be able to define key economic terms of a joint venture. - You will be able to explain joint venture governance. - You will be able to discuss proprietary information and business secrets. - You will be able to review  more...

Labor Law: Could 2011 Be the Turning Point for Unions? ...he National Labor Relations Board, how will doctrines and decisions handed down from the Board change? Will the recent Supreme Court ruling on almost 100 NLRB cases have any major impact? If any of these questions seem unfamiliar and if unions are not part of regular management discussions at your workplace, now is the time to take action. This teleconference is designed to inform you on the  more...

Utilizing Data in Microsoft Access BenefitsOriginally released in 1992, Microsoft Access is part of the Microsoft Office Suite. Microsoft Access is the most popular Windows desktop database used by most organizations around the world, from small to large businesses, government agencies, nonprofits, etc. Microsoft Access fits a unique space between the skills of the information worker and professional developers. It's a database  more...

Landlord and Tenant Law: Commercial Tenant Bankruptcy Considerations ...ons to their landlords, leaving both grappling with tough decisions, including whether to renegotiate the existing lease, terminate the lease or exercise other remedies upon default. This teleconference will explore the rights, remedies and strategies of landlords and tenants when presented with such a challenging situation and address how landlords can endeavor to maximize their recoveries  more...

Lease vs. Buy: Choosing the Best Option ...r by purchases is one of the most difficult and important decisions faced by businesses every day. Making the wrong choice can not only result in economic loss but significant disruption of business, loss of time and opportunity. This teleconference will provide you with a comparison of the benefits and pitfalls of financing business equipment through equipment lease financings and by  more...

The FLSA Comp Time Controversy ... deny an unduly disruptive request. However, recent court decisions have restricted the ability of the employees to control when they use compensatory time off. Highlights of these court decisions and how the FLSA views the use of compensatory time in light of recent court decisions and the current debate of allowing comp time in the private sector will be discussed. Payroll professionals,  more...

Not in My Backyard (NIMBY): Overcoming Development Resistance ...ts to build what, where, was politicized. Today, land use decisions are political decisions. If a contentious development plan is to overcome opposition and win the approval of political decision makers, the proponents must first understand the local politics. This teleconference will explain why citizens oppose projects and how to overcome resistance to development. Learning Objectives - You  more...

Current Issues in CEQA ...jects within California. We will also discuss recent CEQA decisions which provide a nascent view into how courts are dealing with greenhouse gas issues under CEQA. Finally, we will present 2009 CEQA decisions impacting development of projects within the state. Learning Objectives - You will be able to specify recent and proposed CEQA decisions concerning greenhouse gases. - You will be able to  more...

Appealing Standards: Determining the Applicable Standard of Review BenefitsThis teleconference is designed to help you with your two most important jobs: prediction (telling clients what appellate courts are likely to do with a given case) and persuasion (getting the appellate courts to do it). The two most common mistakes in appellate advocacy are (1) taking the standards at face value, uncritically assuming that they mean what they say and that the court will  more...

How to Succeed at Selling to Difficult Customers ...l bully you to get price concessions. Others will put off decisions until you cave in. A few will even embellish the truth. Many won't think twice to take their business elsewhere if you can't acquiesce to their demands. Learn how to pro-actively manage your most difficult customer relationships and turn them into thriving and profitable opportunities. Level the playing field and sell from a  more...

Noncompetition Agreements for the HR Professional: Protecting the Company's Business Resources? BenefitsNow more than ever, employers are seeing former employees trying to jump start their career moves - voluntarily or involuntarily - by cashing in on the employer's investment in relationships and information. Quite simply, the most effective way to protect your company's resources against the actions of departing employees is the noncompete agreement. But effectively using noncompetes  more...

Minimizing Credit Card Processing Fees ...r customers' shopping experience. Poor payment processing decisions can lead to hidden costs and lost revenue. In this teleconference, we will review all aspects of the credit card processing cycle for Visa and MasterCard transactions. We will provide you with a core understanding of the processes involved as well as the best practices for reducing processing costs. We will also address the  more...

The Phone Bias: Learn to Use the Phone for Successful Prospecting and Client Contact ...p buyers buy. What we didn't realize was that buyers make decisions based on their own internal (and group) criteria, not necessarily on our solution or their needs. We can help them make better buying decisions and use the telephone as an important tool. This teleconference will show you how to find the right prospects, get onto the buying decision team and actually help buyers choose you by  more...

Collection Issues for Condominium and Homeowners' Association: Legal Tips, Concepts and Current Trends in Assessment Collection BenefitsThis teleconference will address relevant legal issues and practical considerations related to the collection of assessments for condominium and homeowner associations. Given current economic trends, the suppressed housing market and rising rates of foreclosures and bankruptcies, homeowners' associations are now inundated with delinquencies and legal issues in degrees not previously  more...

Buying and Selling Claims in Bankruptcy ...gies for maximizing the value of claims, and recent court decisions and orders that could have a substantial impact on the value or enforceability of the claims purchased. In addition, you will gain insights on trading for passive investment to gain a return on capital versus purchasing to own or control the company by leveraging debt claims into equity and the debtor's responses thereto. There  more...

Best Practices in Commission Pay Plans ...cases, litigation, by understanding the core elements and decisions in commission design, management and optimization. Hewitt's Sales Force Effectiveness Practice leader will introduce a framework to help make large, complex, cross-functional decisions about commissions smaller and simpler. This teleconference will also use real company examples to highlight best and worst practices. Human  more...

Implications of Scott v. Harris on Police Vehicle Pursuits and Beyond ... circumstances under which police officers must make such decisions. The Court has also historically emphasized that district courts must consider the application of qualified immunity to any police case, including claims of excessive force. Scott v. Harris brings these two legal issues together in a case in which a police officer made a conscious decision to ram a criminal suspect's car  more...

FEMA's Critical Flood Plain Regulation ... to challenge inaccurate mapping or floodplain management decisions that have a major financial and community impact. These impacts include restrictions on development, mandatory flood insurance, higher insurance premiums, and disqualification from disaster assistance. This teleconference will explain how the different parts of the NFIP work to reduce flood risk and summarize the process that  more...

Developing, Managing and Analyzing a Budget: Understand and Implement an Effective Budget for Better Management and Financial De BenefitsThis teleconference will show how proper planning and budgeting are the keys to success, and operating without a plan or budget is an invitation to fail. This concept holds for businesses - no matter how large or small - nonprofits and governments. Budgeting is a dynamic process, not a static one. By knowing the types of budgets and processes that have worked for others, one can create an  more...

Climate Change and Federal Greenhouse Gas Reporting Rules ... gas emissions. The rule is intended to inform EPA policy decisions, including possible new source performance standards for GHGs under the Clean Air Act. This teleconference helps those responsible for GHG monitoring and reporting understand how the new rule is structured, and the timing and scope of required compliance. This teleconference will provide an overview of the scope and intent of  more...

Determining When an Individual With a Disability Is "Qualified" Under the ADA ...ions from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and decisions from federal courts across the country, this teleconference will provide participants with information they can use to (1) make sure that job requirements (including employment tests and physical standards) accurately reflect the duties of a job; (2) write a job description or job announcement that appropriately identifies a  more...

Decentralized Wastewater Solutions ...c binds placed on developers and allows sensible land use decisions within the economic realities of the development community. As the residential development sector emerges from the economic slowdown, alternative approaches are important in the planning stages of new projects. Successfully meeting these challenges requires combining the talents of a variety of professionals, including  more...

Current Issues in Development Impact Fees ...ysis of those issues, including important recent judicial decisions in state and federal courts addressing development fees and exactions. Learning Objectives - You will be able to discuss the relationship between development fees, exactions of land, regulatory set-asides, and in-kind taxes. - You will be able to review the applicability of Nollan/Dolan. - You will be able to define  more...

Voir Dire: Effective Techniques for Getting and Using the Information You Need ...rent cases before the same judge. A trial lawyer's strike decisions are some of the most important strategic decisions made in any jury trial. Yet, often those decisions must be made with little time for reflection and based upon vague or incomplete information. This teleconference will provide you with effective techniques for eliciting, organizing and intelligently using the most complete and  more...

Construction Contract Accounting: A Three-Dimensional Look at the Numbers ...ing you the information you need to make smart management decisions. This teleconference will discuss three types of accounting - financial, tax and internal/management. Learn how to combine the different methods to get a three-dimensional view of your construction business and improve your financial condition. n nLearning Objectives n- You will be able to identify 3P and 3D. n- You will be  more...

FCRA and FACT Act Regulatory and Litigation Update 2009 ...revention programs. In addition, a spate of federal court decisions interpreting the increasingly complex provisions of the FCRA and FACT Act has been issued. n nThese new rules and court decisions present challenges and opportunities for lenders, insurers, securities firms and other financial institutions. This teleconference will provide an update of important FCRA and FACT Act developments,  more...

Understanding the Language of Mold Assessment Reports ...se dealing with mold management issues in making critical decisions prior to retaining mold consulting services and it is intended to help you avoid liability. For those presently involved in a legal matter who may be struggling with a set of mold assessment documents in hand, this workshop may help make or break a case. n nLearning Objectives n- You will be able to review mold assessment  more...

Tax Law Research Best Practices ...legislation, regulations, and administrative document and decisions. Each of these elements of tax law has a different precedential value to the practitioner. Moreover, tax law is an area that changes constantly. Congress and the states regularly amend tax laws, and the Internal Revenue Service adds or amends its regulations to changes in the code. Courts and administrative panels will decide  more...

Impact of the New ADA Amendments on Schools ...ilitation Act of 1973. In subsequent years, Supreme Court decisions (Sutton v. United Airlines [1999], Toyota v. Williams [2002] and others) severely narrowed the range of disabled individuals considered eligible for ADA protection. Responding to concerns of both labor and education, Congress passed a body of amendments to ADA in September 2008 which effectively overturned the Court's  more...

Differing Site Conditions nThe advent of and increasing use of 3-D building information modeling is taking much of the guess work out of a variety of different types of construction. For example, through BIM, the structural steel, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, fire sprinkler and communications subtrades can all determine whether the new and existing utilities, beams, piping and conduits are going to run into each other or  more...

Preparing for and Properly Reacting To Legal and Illegal Drug and Alcohol Use in the Workplace ...p you understand what laws may govern or affect workplace decisions relating to drugs and alcohol. You will also learn how to develop appropriate policies that can be tailored to particular workplaces, train managers on their role in the process, and properly document suspected employee drug and alcohol abuse and employee discipline. Finally the teleconference will also review important issues  more...

Optimize Your Workforce Scheduling nFor many companies, scheduling the workforce can become a nightmare. Because labor is a significant cost of production, management is often under pressure to keep their workforce lean and flexible. The aim of workforce scheduling is to balance constraints to ensure that the right people with the right skills are in the right place at the right time. Workforce planning provides a systematic  more...

Designing Effective Interest Rate Risk Management in Turbulent Times ... go when using the interest rate risk information to make decisions. n nDuring this teleconference, we will explore the common tools in use today by bankers for the management of interest rate risk and their use in the decision process. We will explore the value proposition between doing what we need to for regulatory compliance versus making decisions that requires more education, analysis  more...

Employee Retaliation: Supreme Court Update ... throughout an employer's organization. Most recent court decisions recognize retaliation claims in nearly all areas of employment law and find adverse actions in a variety of circumstances, beyond demotion and termination, for purposes of upholding such claims. Most significantly, the U.S. Supreme Court recently determined in CBOCS West, Inc. v. Humphries, 128 S.Ct. 1951 (2008) that employees  more...

Restructuring: Changing Your Choice of Business Entity nEach business goes through various stages of its life cycle as it grows. The plans of its owners change, and management succession and exit strategies become more immediate concerns. As a result, initial tax and state law decisions need to be revisited, and when warranted, consideration of changes to a company's tax and legal structure may be advisable or necessary. This teleconference will  more...

Fitness for Duty Psychological Evaluations ...decisions when requesting and evaluating risk and fitness for duty evaluations. You'll hear a discussion of common reasons to refer an employee for a FFDE, information initially needed by the evaluating doctor and how to write appropriate questions for the psychologist or psychiatrist to answer. You will also learn about evaluating doctors' credentials, experience and forensic experience, as  more...

Aging Building Management: Best Practices in Development Long-Term Capital Plans ... able to see the long-term impact of different investment decisions. In addition to condition information, by considering sustainability recommendations along with systems life cycle requirements, building owners and managers can optimize recapitalization and greening initiatives. n nRegister for this teleconference and you'll learn about a best practice process for developing a long-term  more...