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The Meirc Conference ...al Leaders in GCC and Middle East Organisations Insights from leading GCC corporate experts Informative and practical workshops New ideas for driving the leadership development journey Organizations globally are changing at an unprecedented pace. Business leaders are finding it more and more imperative to adapt to an increasingly challenging business environment. Uncertainty and fluid  more...

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What Every Business Person Needs to Know About Legal Issues in Contracts ...s it negotiated. Parties may later recall terms different from what seems to be reflected in the initial agreement. And all too often, the legal boilerplate terms turn out to matter in ways never considered by the parties. This audio conference will help you avoid many of the common problems that can lead to expensive litigation by addressing these and other fundamental issues in contract  more...

Effective and Strategic Use of Courtroom Objections BenefitsIdentifying objections that can be made at trial is not difficult; there are numerous how to books and resources listing permissible objections. The challenge for trial lawyers is deciding when and how to make objections - how to use the objection as part of the integrated trial theory. Just because the objection is there doesn't mean that it needs to be made. Conversely, how can you be  more...

New IRS Rules for Treatment of Revenues from Gift Card Sales and Merchandise Return Cards BenefitsAttend this live audio conference and gain a detailed understanding of how Rev. Proc. 2011-17 and 2011-18 modified the existing federal tax deferral rules applicable to gift card revenues. Learn how the tax deferral rules apply to a variety of common gift card structures and understand when a 2-year tax deferral may be available, but also when it may not be optimal. Finally, receive tips  more...

Commonly Encountered Sales and Use Tax Audit Issues and Strategies to Defuse Them ...hose issues taxpayers find most troublesome during audits from audit sampling and projection methodologies to transactions most often giving rise to liabilities. We will also review some of the basic procedural issues concerning audits including statutory deadlines and common sense approaches to proactive minimization of audit assessments. You will be able to develop a sales tax awareness and  more...

Collection Techniques for Landlords BenefitsFor many commercial landlords, consistent receipt of rent and other tenant charges is the key to their business. Most leases outline specific collection techniques and security mechanisms, such as security deposits and guaranties, intended to ensure that the landlord receives rent and other tenant charges consistently. However, the lingering effects of the recession are causing landlords  more...

Wage and Hour Update: Overtime Concerns With Mobile Devices ...n trends also show that compensation for time worked away from the office during nontraditional hours is coming under increased legal scrutiny. This has put employers at greater risk for litigation involving employee use of handheld electronic devices, home computers, cell phones and pagers for performing their work duties. This live audio conference is designed for payroll administrators,  more...

Basel III Regulatory Update BenefitsFollowing the financial 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  more...

Taking and Defending Effective Depositions BenefitsIn the legal world where the use of mediation and arbitration has increased dramatically in recent years, the deposition of opposing parties and key witnesses often takes the place of the trial. Cases are evaluated and often settled based on information obtained at depositions. You will learn the fundamental concepts involved in taking and defending depositions. Included in this live audio  more...

Writing Scripts That Sell ... He has been writing books for 35 years on topics ranging from handling sales objections to emails to starting awkward conversations. In this live audio conference, he will teach you how to write a script that sells the idea you have, no matter who you are speaking too. Starting with the opening, he will show you that the reactions you get are anticipated, are in kind and finally will turn  more...

Making Friends: Social Understanding for Students with Autism and Asperger's ...nds' Club. The program will describe the 'lessons learned from Friends' Club' and what strategies helped teach these children to make friends. The program will also include excerpts and examples of helpful tips from the book Quirky, Yes - Hopeless, No. Some topics that will be covered include relationship repair, allies, and skill building in a natural context. We will also review the skills  more...

Environmental Issues and Agriculture ...nticide Act. While historically agriculture has benefited from exemptions from some of these regulations, frequent 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  more...

International eDiscovery: Legal Rules and Practicalities of Cross-Border eDiscovery ...It may even be illegal for a U.S. company to collect data from some of its own overseas employees. You will learn the fundamentals of international legal principles that generate inherent conflicts with U.S. civil procedure statutes and rules and recent legal developments in the U.S. and overseas re: the intersection of e-discovery and data-privacy rules of law. You will benefit from this  more...

Demolition and Asset Recovery Fundamentals ...get basic information on how the demolition process works from the eyes of the demolition contractor. 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  more...

The Hazards of Overlooked Property Interests: The Relationship Between Intellectual Property and Estate Planning BenefitsIntellectual property is a hot area of the law, and businesses, along with individuals, are using intellectual property interests to start, grow and value their businesses. After the patent, trademark or copyright application is filed, most individuals and businesses think they are done with the process; however, some often overlooked interests - estate planning issues - can present  more...

Drafting Clear and Enforceable Contracts BenefitsLawyers and clients depend upon contracts, to establish and enforce rights, and to aid in obtaining their commercial and other goals. A well-drafted contract avoids misunderstanding, helps guide the parties in the course of their relationship, and can help avoid (or at least mitigate) litigation costs. This live audio conference addresses the essentials of good contract drafting, starting  more...

A Primer on Social Security Disability Law BenefitsThe Social Security law encompasses the Social Security regulations which span nearly a full volume of the Code of Federal Regulations, many volumes of law reporters, dozens of separately issued Social Security rulings and many volumes of internal regulations. This is why most lawyers do not want to develop an expertise in this area. This live audio conference is designed to give you a  more...

Daubert Motions: Challenging Expert Opinions BenefitsSince the U.S. Supreme Court decided Daubert v. Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals in 1993, the federal law governing expert testimony has undergone a radical transformation. The courts of most states have also now adopted Daubert to some extent. Every litigator needs to understand the impact of Daubert and its progeny. Used properly, Daubert can be a powerful tool for excluding expert evidence.  more...

Social Security Benefits: Is It Worth It to Delay? ...eally warranted? This live audio conference will take you from the beginning of Social Security to the present day and probable future. From the eligibility requirements and the exact procedure for the determination of benefits, to a discussion of taking or delaying benefits early. Explanation of how spousal benefits are determined and the penalties for either the worker and/or spouse taking  more...

Best Practices in Nursing Documentation: Writing Effective and Legal Proof Notes ...t least, you will be able to ask questions and will learn from unfortunate examples of others' documentation and the consequences of those failures. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to describe appropriate and incomplete documentation of patient care. - You will be able to identify consequences of incomplete documentation. - You will be able to recognize the purposes of patient care  more...

Accounting Endowments of Not-for-Profit Organizations After UPMIFA BenefitsIn response to the enactment of the Uniform Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Act in most of the United States, the Financial Accounting Standards Board, in 2008, promulgated FASB Staff Position No. FAS 117-1. FSP FAS 117-1 provides guidance for nonprofits as to the proper classification of endowment funds when UPMIFA has been enacted and expands the required disclosure about  more...

Wellness Programs: Rewards, Penalties, Legal Risks, and Legal Developments ...rance. Much of their interest is based on success stories from the private sector. Despite regulatory uncertainties, rising health insurance costs have led more employers than ever to turn to wellness programs to control rising costs. Some employers are providing incentives to employees who participate in wellness programs, follow disease management protocols or choose to live healthy  more...

Drafting The Flawless Easement ... speakers will cover all aspects of easement preparation, from the parties involved to the necessary formalities to ensure a valid and enforceable easement. They will also distinguish between conveyances that are often confused with easements, such as rights of ways, licenses and profits a prendre. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to review statute of frauds requirements. - You will be  more...

Litigation Support for Paralegals BenefitsNot every firm, corporation or agency has an in-house litigation support team. Often paralegals and legal assistants are held responsible for the work flow related to litigation support. Paralegal education has been changing over the years to include litigation support practices; although faculty applies direct professional lessons to the coursework and graduates are prepared to enter  more...

E-Discovery: Subpoenas and Non-Party Production Issues Benefits21st century discovery cuts a broad swath as to electronically stored information (ESI). As the volumes and locations of ESI continue to increase, the discovery universe is typically dominated by ESI. As more and more data storage gets outsourced, a litigating party and its counsel must be agile enough to address a growing number of electronic discovery (eDiscovery) issues and to know how  more...

Common Injuries in Workers' Compensation ...ers face every day in the workplace injury realm, ranging from slip and fall claims to back injuries from lifting, and other traumatic events will be discussed, as well as some of the strategies that employers use to prevent workplace injuries from occurring and provide cost effective ideas that can be implemented to track injuries and train employees. Mr. Valente will outline ways to control  more...

Common Injuries in Workers' Compensation ...ers face every day in the workplace injury realm, ranging from slip and fall claims to back injuries from lifting, and other traumatic events will be discussed, as well as some of the strategies that employers use to prevent workplace injuries from occurring and provide cost effective ideas that can be implemented to track injuries and train employees. Mr. Valente will outline ways to control  more...

Voyage to Discovery: Using Interview and Witness Behavioral Analysis ...r line of questioning? The best practices often benefit from multidisciplinary perspectives. The approaches offered in this live audio conference are useful to anyone wanting to enhance the effectiveness of their interview and behavioral analyses techniques. These procedures can be applied to interrogations, depositions, assessments, trail testimony and other forms of information gathering.  more...

Voyage to Discovery: Using Interview and Witness Behavioral Analysis ...r line of questioning? The best practices often benefit from multidisciplinary perspectives. The approaches offered in this live audio conference are useful to anyone wanting to enhance the effectiveness of their interview and behavioral analyses techniques. These procedures can be applied to interrogations, depositions, assessments, trail testimony and other forms of information gathering.  more...

Medicare Secondary Payer Act: Protecting Medicare's Interest In Insurance Settlements ...urance. By law, Medicare has a priority right of recovery from the primary payer as well as from parties in receipt of third-party payments, such as a beneficiary, provider, supplier, physician, attorney, state agency or private insurer [42 CFR 411.24(g)]. Accordingly, it is essential that all parties to personal injury insurance settlements ensure that Medicare's interests are protected and  more...

Best Practices for Preventing and Responding to Cheating in Your Classroom and School ...ents in a California high school obtaining test questions from textbook test banks restricted to teachers' use. Research by the Josephson Institute (http://charactercounts.org/programs/reportcard/2008/ index.html) indicates that 64% of high school students admitted to cheating on a test and 36% admitted to using the Internet to plagiarize others' work, while 93% were satisfied with their  more...

Resolving Corporate and Construction Disputes with Collaborative Law BenefitsIn today's economy, all business people are looking for ways to cut costs. One budget item that can be substantially reduced is the expense associated with litigation. Corporations can cut overhead and construction companies can avoid unnecessary project delays by getting disputes resolved quickly and economically outside of the courthouse. Litigation involves more than legal fees; there  more...

Anatomy of a Will Contest: How to Succeed at Trial BenefitsThis live audio conference is intended to provide you with information on the strategies involved in contesting wills. The program will cover: The common grounds to contest a will; best practices in investigating and gathering evidence; issues in estate administration while the will contest proceeding is pending; and trial tactics and evidence issues. Armed with these insights and  more...

Covenants Not to Compete and Trade Secrets BenefitsThis live audio conference provides an overview and general principles of the law and legal theories related to protecting competitive business interests and confidential business information - one of the fastest growing areas of intellectual property law outside of traditional patent, copyright and trademark concerns. You will learn about covenants not to compete, nonsolicitation  more...

Intellectual Disabilities and Employer ADA Obligation BenefitsWith the dramatic expansion of the American With Disabilities Act (ADA) by the ADA Amendment Act of 2008 (ADAAA) and the EEOC's ADAAA final regulations effective as of May 24, 2011, ADA claims are skyrocketing. A great many of the burgeoning claims concern matters formerly called mental disabilities and which are now called intellectual disabilities. Intellectual disabilities, which may  more...

Portal to Portal Act: Determining Hours Worked at the Start and End of the Work Day ...on equipment, waiting to punch in and out, walking to and from their work stations, talking to co-workers, turning on and off computers and other equipment, and waiting for computers to boot up or shut down. This live audio conference will help you understand the nature of these claims and the newest arguments advanced by plaintiffs' counsel. It will also explain how you can structure your work  more...

Portal to Portal Act: Determining Hours Worked at the Start and End of the Work Day ...on equipment, waiting to punch in and out, walking to and from their work stations, talking to co-workers, turning on and off computers and other equipment, and waiting for computers to boot up or shut down. This live audio conference will help you understand the nature of these claims and the newest arguments advanced by plaintiffs' counsel. It will also explain how you can structure your work  more...

Taxation and Accounting Conflicts of Interest ...us disciplines have been involved in litigation resulting from or exacerbated by a conflict of interest or the appearance of a conflict of interest. Failure to identify an actual or potential conflict of interest and to disclose or avoid it can lead to expensive legal fees, loss of a client or employment, a claim against malpractice insurance, bad publicity, or an unflattering and enduring case  more...

E-Verify Requirements and Best Practices ...eck the work status of new hires by comparing information from an employee's Form I-9 against Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security databases. Although initially implemented as a voluntary program, many states now require the use of E-Verify. Additionally, many federal contractors are also required to use the system. Join us as we discuss state and federal  more...

Protecting Attorney Work Product in Communications With Experts Under the Amended Federal Rules BenefitsIn December 2010, sweeping changes were made to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 26, including the rules regarding expert discovery, in an effort to avoid unnecessary discovery disputes and litigation practices that waste significant costs. Learn how the new rules are being applied in practice, and the significant impact they have on discovery into communications between lawyers and experts  more...

Strategies for Successful Mixed Use Development ...allenges and opportunities available for mixed use design from site selection to plan approvals and operations. We'll discuss selected topics from a 360-degree perspective of the designer, developer, tenant, resident, municipality and end user. This live audio conference is designed for presidents, vice presidents, developers, real estate professionals, property managers, business owners and  more...

Implications of Medical Marijuana in the Workplace ...o accommodate this request? How is this request different from a diabetic who requests a daily break to inject insulin? How do the state medical marijuana laws impact your obligations as a federal contractor under the Drug-Free Workplace Act? This live audio conference will help you work through the thorny issues in hiring, disciplining and other employment related matters within your  more...

Economic Development Financing Update ...the most immediate concern is reduced revenue and support from state government. The subject of this live audio conference will be on defining and describing effective economic development plans that fit the current circumstances. While this presentation will cover the drivers of economic growth, our focus will be on a number of generally applicable and practical ideas to assist local  more...

Effective Use Of Medical Records In Personal Injury Litigation BenefitsPersonal injury litigation requires the effective and efficient use of medical records. In order to present your case persuasively, you must have an understanding of how to collect medical records, how to use them during discovery and how to present them to a jury. This live audio conference discusses both plaintiff and defendant perspectives, and it will explain the role of medical  more...

Collaborative Delivery Method Fundamentals ...nference will conclude with a look at some of the lessons from the more well-established collaborative approaches and some of the early emerging practices from the newer integrated project delivery approaches. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to review project delivery methods. - You will be able to identify IPD and other collaborative project delivery approaches. - You will be able to  more...

Tips and Techniques for Writing Effective Legal Briefs ...oid grammar, spelling and punctuation errors that detract from your message; and provide hints on how to write an effective legal brief. Whether you are a new paralegal seeking fundamental skills or an experienced attorney seeking a strong refresher in written communication, you will leave this audio conference with confidence that you can write an effective legal brief. This program is  more...

XBRL in Transition:From Requiring XBRL to Leveraging XBRL to Improve Data Collection, Analysis, and Business Reporting ... will provide a comprehensive overview of XBRL technology from the SEC mandate, why XBRL, how XBRL works, potential problems, issues and how to overcome them to why the market will leverage XBRL as a global, open architecture reporting framework for improved business reporting and analysis. Learn what XBRL means, why public companies have adopted it and why those companies (and the US  more...

Ethical Considerations in Utilizing Social Media ...from law firm websites to online networking, has become both a preferred means of communication and an important marketing tool for lawyers and firms. But ethical traps abound for lawyers who use these tools to communicate with clients, potential clients, and even friends and family. State bar discipline, compromised cases and malpractice exposure, even job loss, has resulted from ill-advised  more...

Essential Discovery Skills for Paralegals ...singly focused on evaluating parties' e-discovery efforts from preservation through to production. Indeed, the discovery stage of a matter often determines the outcome of the case, driving the parties toward settlement or trial. In light of these developments, the role of paralegals and legal assistants, the 'case managers' during discovery, is especially important. This live audio conference  more...

Nonprofit Revenue Stream Alternatives: Thinking Outside the Box BenefitsContribution income is flat or slightly down, state and local government funding looks bleak - you have already cut back on expenses and pared staffing to the bone. Now what? This live audio conference will explore ways to re-engineer some of your current revenue streams. You will hear of many 'out of the box' ways to find new revenues for your nonprofit organization. Concrete case  more...

Roles of HOAs in Foreclosures and Short Sales ...associations' liens and collecting delinquent assessments from owners in foreclosure and short sale transactions. Refresh and garner an overview of concepts related to mortgage foreclosure, lien priorities and legal issues commonly related to creditor rights in loan defaults and assessment collection. Additional topics of discussion include liabilities, risks and protections for homeowners in  more...

GSA Leasing: Understanding The SFO Process, Negotiating The Lease and Dealing With The Government As The Tenant ...always in the market for new or replacement space ranging from state of the art office space to simple warehousing requirements. When the commercial real estate market is in the doldrums, the federal government is always still there. Understanding how to successfully deal with the government and obtain a long-term stream of rental income should be a critical aspect of any prudent lessor's and  more...

The New ADA Design Standards: When, Where and How? BenefitsOn September 15, 2010, the Department of Justice adopted new design standards under the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the 2004 ADA and ABA guidelines. This live audio conference will provide you with an overview of the new rules, highlights of the major changes, and the potential implications for your business and clients. Presenters include two of the past chairs of the U.S.  more...

Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP): Developing a SWPPP and the New EPA Storm Water Rules ...he EPA are placing new emphasis on storm water discharges from industrial facilities, construction sites and municipalities. They are conducting storm water pollution prevention plan inspections at industrial facilities and construction sites. Some of these inspections have resulted in storm water violations with fines. Nationwide, storm water is a leading source of water pollution and  more...

Tax Diligence, Representations, Covenants and Indemnifications in Business Acquisitions ... consider potential undisclosed tax liabilities resulting from pre-closing operations, and rarely want to hold up negotiations thinking about the 'what ifs.' However, when the 'what ifs' turn into 'what now,' it is important that potential tax risks be considered, and that the responsibility for the tax liabilities has been allocated to the appropriate parties. This live audio conference will  more...

Workers' Compensation: Return to Work Issues ...e fundamentals of managing the employee returning to work from a compensable injury. In addition to an understanding of the interplay between federal laws prohibiting discrimination against health conditions and state workers' compensation laws, you will learn strategies to make the most of functional capacity evaluations and rehabilitation programs. This live audio conference will help you  more...

Key Legal and Practical Considerations When Forming an ACO: Seizing the Opportunities and Overcoming Challenges to Achieve Qual ... issued by CMS, DOJ, and the FTC, and the lessons learned from previous attempts at hospital-physician alignment, you will gain an in-depth look at the critical considerations every health care organization and provider must address for forming and implementing an ACO to achieve effective quality and savings. This live audio conference is designed for administrators, chief medical officers,  more...

Are You Prepared for the Financial Institution Record Match Program? BenefitsThe State of California enacted legislation (California Revenue Tax Code 19266) that will impact virtually every bank, credit union, thrift and brokerage firm doing business in California. This new program will place a new burden on financial institutions in order to help the state collect delinquent taxes. Financial institutions should start consideration of the FIRM Agreement and how  more...

Accounts Receivable and Collection Management with QuickBooks by Lorman Education Services BenefitsCash flow is truly the livelihood of any business. It is important that you use the tools and tips available in QuickBooks to get your business's cash flowing quickly. This live audio conference will help you to learn how to optimize your cash flow by properly utilizing QuickBooks for the customer cycle, setting preferences, using reports and tools, and preparing customer and collection  more...

Developing a School Wellness Program ...ed to a dramatic rise in the number of children suffering from type 2 diabetes. Some experts believe that if obesity among kids continues to increase at this rate, our current generation could become the FIRST in American history to live shorter lives than their parents. There is no single cause and no single solution for childhood obesity. As a result, school health programs are moving the  more...

Common Conflicts in the Tripartite Relationship ...his client's insurance carrier, and what is he prohibited from doing? What other instances places an insured at risk of being adversarial to his/her own insurance carrier? In theory, the insured, carrier and attorney (forming a tripartite relationship) are in complete alignment in terms of defending a claim. However, in reality, each participant in the tripartite relationship has different  more...

Navigating Trade Sanctions Laws in International Business Transactions BenefitsInternational business continues to grow in complexity, especially considering that U.S. trade sanction regulations may materially impact contracts, supply agreements and the ability to effectively deliver products to a global market. Further, recent enforcement cases have not only signified higher penalties, but also that both U.S. and foreign companies are targeted. This live audio  more...

Rain Water Harvesting ...es: - You will be able to discuss the historical overview from ancient times to the present. - You will be able to identify engineering solutions. - You will be able to review objectives of rainwater harvesting. - You will be able to explain costs for harvested water. This live audio conference is designed for engineers, construction and project managers, city administrators, public works and  more...

Understanding and Complying With Disclosures Under Rule 26(A) BenefitsElectronic discovery has fundamentally altered both the corporate and legal worlds. The discovery and production of electronic records is now expected by litigants and courts alike. You will learn about the amended federal rules relating to electronic discovery and recent case law interpreting these rules. This live audio conference will also discuss benchmarking data that assesses how  more...

Child Sexual Abuse Interview Protocol: Evidence-Based Strategies ...earch and practice evidence, recommendations are provided from an analysis of 90 videotapes of child sexual abuse interviews from a child advocacy center via a 69-item standardized instrument generated from prior studies. Eight evidence areas support advanced techniques in a four-stage interview process for diverse disclosure and nondisclosure cases. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to  more...

Multistate Taxation: Income Franchise Tax BenefitsWhile many businesses focus their tax strategies on mitigating the federal income tax, many businesses are becoming aware of increased enforcement of state tax laws, especially on interstate businesses. Rather than concentrating on the intricacies of a single tax in a single jurisdiction, this live audio conference will explore trends in state taxation of interstate businesses, with  more...

Allocation and Reimbursement of Defense Costs: Insurer's Duty to Defend BenefitsThis live audio conference will provide an overview of insurance coverage for defense of third-party claims and suits, focusing on how defense cost coverage is allocated and defense costs reimbursed under difference types of insurance policies, as among insurers, and as between insurers and insureds. Areas addressed will include critical components of the 'duty to defend,' key principles  more...

Advanced Issues in GMP Contracting ...project delivery systems that reduce the overall duration from project conception to project completion without increasing their risks or their costs disproportionately, one of the most common approaches has included the use of guaranteed maximum price, or GMP, contracts. However, as the use of the various GMP contract formats has proliferated, so have disputes. This live audio conference  more...

Wetlands Challenges and Use of Mitigation Bank Credits ...ans of addressing the legal and ecological issues arising from filling or disturbing wetlands. Key to mitigation is the strategic use of wetlands mitigation bank credits to offset the removal of wetlands. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to describe wetlands regulation under the Federal Clean Water Act. - You will be able to identify wetland mitigation banks. - You will be able to  more...

Fair Labor Standards Act: Coverage and Compliance Issues ...live audio conference will explain the various exemptions from overtime, how to take advantage of them and how to avoid losing them. Attendees will learn how to determine whether an employee falls within one of the three white-collar exemptions, and how to calculate the number of hours worked for which employees must be paid. This live audio conference is designed for human resource and  more...

Federal Cases From Pleading to Judgment for Paralegals ...from the beginning of a dispute, through pleading and discovery, to the culmination of a final judgment, is a long and complex process. The most seasoned paralegals and attorneys must juggle deadlines, control the pace of their case, meet the expectations of clients and anticipate their opponents' next move. In this high-stakes chess game, paralegals and attorneys must make daily decisions with  more...

Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits: Using Tax Incentives to Develop and Invest in Historic Properties ... The program will explore how to monetize the tax credits from both the developer and the investor perspective, and will conclude with a brief discussion of other tax incentives that can be used in conjunction with HTCs as well as information on recent legislative/judicial developments regarding the use of HTCs. At the conclusion of this live audio conference, you will have an understanding  more...

Key Aspects of Mezzanine Financing ...derstand unique features which distinguish mezzanine debt from other forms of financing and the variety of contexts in which mezzanine loans are commonly employed. This live audio conference will survey the key terms in legal agreements attendant to mezzanine financings and help prepare the participant to successfully navigate the critical issues which arise in the negotiation process. This  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...

Job Order Contracting Fundamentals ... JOC. Necessary steps for establishing and bidding a JOC, from both the owner's and the contractor's perspective, will be addressed, as will personnel and management requirements once a JOC is in place. The JOC delivery order process will be described, with special emphasis on contractor and owner responsibilities. Owners should emerge from this live audio conference with a roadmap to procuring  more...

Control Costs and Increase Efficiency With P&C Claims Predictive Models ...preventative actions earlier in the lifecycle of a claim. From first notice of loss and resource assignment, to the identification of potentially fraudulent claim activities, models are clearly changing the claims handling world. This presentation will help the audience understand the analytics evolution, provide an introduction to how predictive models, particularly claims models, are  more...

Mastering the Science of Cross Examination BenefitsIt has been called 'The greatest legal engine ever invented for the discovery of truth.' Nothing grabs the attention of the judge and jury like cross examination. Done well, it can lead to victory. Done poorly, it can lead to ruin. Listen to this program as two experienced trial lawyers cover the most important points that you need to know to become a master of cross examination. Whether  more...

Tax and Estate Planning for Clients Relocating to Florida ...nique laws concerning a person's homestead residence both from a tax perspective and a property rights perspective. Lastly, Florida has adopted a fairly rigid view of the unlicensed practice of law, which will impact the out-of-state practitioner who continues to advise clients who have moved to Florida. This live audio conference is designed for attorneys, estate and financial planners,  more...

Problems and Risks Associated With Green Construction ...lure or under performance, and litigation that may result from unforeseen problems. The lack of proper preparation to address risk and liability in a building project may cause a developer to confront problems in the form of red-tape, job site interruptions and negative bottom-line impacts. In this live audio conference, we will explore some of the challenges that may be encountered when  more...

Legal Ethics and Loss Prevention Issues with Electronic Communications and Security BenefitsThe art of communication is a lawyer's greatest asset. Modern mobile and communication technology provides many means through which lawyers can communicate with clients, publicize legal services, work remotely, and share information. When selecting and using a technology for communicating with clients, storing client data, or performing work for clients, a lawyer should consider whether  more...

The WE in Wellness--5 Skills Every Case Manager Should Know for Effective Case Management ...rve as possible. The information and participation gained from the presentation will help case managers and other team professionals on the learn how to be both realistic and effective as they set goals for themselves and their clients. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to explain medical homes and community case management. - You will be able to describe realistic goal setting with  more...

Trucking Litigation ... straightforward. Unfortunately, nothing could be further from the truth when it comes to trucking tort cases. During this live audio conference, you will hear how to negotiate the waters and learn how the myriad of confusing federal and state regulations could torpedo your otherwise straightforward common law case. Hear from the former top United States D.O.T. trucking lawyer and learn how to  more...

IRS Guidelines for Good Governance for 501(c)(3) Organizations ...re key factors that may distinguish the tax-exempt sector from the taxable sector. The Internal Revenue Service, the press and others have linked the need for good governance to the quest for improved tax-exemption compliance. Much is made of the governance disclosure questions on the redesigned Form 990, annual return for tax-exempt organizations. This live audio conference will help you  more...

Animal Law: Past, Present and Future ...st common and popular topics. The field covers everything from companion animal issues in local communities (dog bites, dangerous dog issues, leash laws and breed specific legislation) to larger national and international issues involving the use of animals for food, clothing and biomedical research. Animal law education has also affirmatively and permanently entered the law school curriculum,  more...

Powers of Attorney: Estate Planning Opportunities and Pitfalls ...nd solutions in their use. The in depth knowledge gained from this presentation will aid you in advising clients and suggesting helpful revisions to improve existing powers of attorney. The speaker has drafted and implemented well over 20,000 powers of attorney for his clients over his 38 years of practice in the field of estate planning. This live audio conference is designed for attorneys,  more...

How to Revitalize an Impoverished Neighborhood: Thirty Years of Successful Green Urbanism ... conservative urban renewal programs and how we can learn from that. This is an opportunity to hear one of the most respected urban planners in the world. Dr. Gilderbloom is a core faculty member of the Planning Program, which recently ranked among the top 25 best programs in the country. In an international poll of thousands of urbanists, planners and architects, Prof. Gilderbloom was ranked  more...

Smartphone Policies For The Health Care Industry ...eated legal compliance issues for many employers, ranging from how to monitor and control usage during working hours, to how to protect company information being disseminated by such devices. Many of these issues are even more acute in the health care industry because of the 24/7 nature of the facilities, and the regulations regarding patient privacy. Failing to have and enforce an appropriate  more...

When Words Get In The Way: FDCPA Claims Based On Collection Letters BenefitsThe defects in collection letters form the primary basis of claims against debt collectors. This live audio conference will provide an overview of the typical claims that are brought against debt collectors pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and the best defenses against such claims, a discussion of recent cases involving claims emerging from the language and format used in  more...

Pupil Records: Best Practices Concerning Access, Release, Content and Storage of Educational Documents ...frequently receive requests for access to student records from state agencies, federal agencies, parents and members of the public. This live audio conference will provide school officials, parents, school staff and school lawyers with an overview of the laws relating to access, release, content and storage of student records. The live audio conference will define the rules as well as the  more...

Securitized Loan Fundamentals BenefitsReal estate loans that a loan originator intends to securitize are documented with the underwriting requirements of CMBS underwriters, rating agencies and buyers in mind. Consequently, their structure, documentation, closing and administrative requirements are less subject to negotiation than other types of real estate loan products. This live audio conference will help you understand  more...

Construction Management At-Risk Fundamentals ... risks associated with the time and money it takes to get from project concept to project completion. The adversarial nature of the traditional design-bid-build approach has led many to look for ways to create more collaborative approaches. Construction management at-risk is one such collaborative approach that is having more and more successes in the marketplace. Whether you are an owner, an  more...

Construction Payment Bond Fundamentals ...ons arise where someone in the line of project contracts, from the prime contractor down to a second- or lower-tier subcontractor, fails to pay its bills - or even goes out of business. Those who are unpaid must seek alternative means to ensure payment. And those who are higher on the project chain must take steps to assure the flow of funds all the way down the line. This live audio  more...

Why Is This Guy Still on My Health Plan? ... when he/she is on a leave of absence, or fails to return from a leave of absence, and how does this coordinate with the company provided health benefits? This program will discuss the legal issues surrounding a leave of absence. It will explore how an employee may fall through the cracks, and how to change things, if that is what the company wants to do. Finally, we will address some of the  more...

The Carryover Basis Election for 2010 Decedents ...39 'Allocation of Increase in Basis for Property Acquired From a Decedent,' is the primary tax return to elect the optional carryover basis provisions, but until the recent pronouncements there was no final form or guidance. These pronouncements are the key guidance for all professionals endeavoring to apply the 2001 law to 2010 estates. The complexities are legion and the Form must be filed,  more...

Determining Meaningful Use for Electronic Health Records ...from the federal government, physicians and hospitals must achieve 'meaningful use' of electronic health records through an attestation process. This process is new and complicated. This live audio conference will outline meaningful use guidelines and requirements to receive incentive payments, including timelines, criteria, an outline of the attestation process and recent developments in HHS'  more...

Key Legal Distinctions Between Business Entities BenefitsA critical issue in starting any new business is to decide the best type of entity for the business. The choices can be numerous and bewildering, and the consequences of a wrong choice can be problematic. For example, for multi-owner businesses, the choices may include (depending on the relevant state): (i) general partnerships; (ii) limited liability partnerships; (iii) limited  more...

Reading and Understanding Soil Reports ... of design and construction phases of a project. Findings from soils reports may also lead to acquiring permits. This program is critical for you to understand the soils report and effectively incorporate it into your construction project. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to review types of soils reports. - You will be able to discuss soil properties and characteristics. - You will be  more...

Current Issues in Billboard Leases ...ill be able to describe how a billboard agreement differs from a typical lease, license or easement. - You will be able to recognize property owners valuation of a billboard agreement. - You will be able to discuss government regulations. - You will be able to explain terms of the agreement between the sign company and the business being advertised. This live audio conference is designed for  more...

Effective Quality Control and Quality Assurance ...two individuals with long backgrounds in quality programs from both design and construction, this live audio conference will illustrate steps that each member of a project team, including owner, architects, engineers, managers, contractors, subs and suppliers can take to deliver quality buildings. The meaning of quality to the various team members and the cooperation of those members in an  more...

Self-Auditing Your Employee Benefits:A Guide to What May Need Fixing ...e you a checklist of the most important issues to look at from a legal and a practical perspective for each type of benefit plan and help you identify and prioritize them so that you can focus your time and resources on the most likely areas of concern. This live audio conference is designed for human resource managers, benefits administrators, payroll managers, plan administrators,  more...

Putting the Finishing Touches on Legal Writing: Editing, Polishing, and Proofreading Essentials ...oid grammar, spelling and punctuation errors that detract from your message; and provide meaningful suggestions when editing the work of others. Whether you are a new paralegal seeking fundamental skills or an experienced attorney seeking a strong refresher in written communication, you will leave this program with the confidence that only a thorough command of writing and editing fundamentals  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...

Commercial Ground Leases: A Conceptual Framework BenefitsProblem - We are all aware of the difficulties of today's real estate marketplace: a surfeit of properties on the market, depressed prices, fewer buyers and limited financing. One strategy property owners are pursuing to get properties back into use is ground leasing. It enables users to get onto a property without the capital outlay of a purchase, and it creates cash flow for the owner.  more...

Energy Efficiency Tax Incentives for Residential Builders and Commercial Building Owners ...federal tax incentives are available for projects ranging from relatively simple building upgrades to the implementation of new electrical systems. The types of tax incentives available to taxpayers include tax deductions, tax credits, and payments of cash grants in lieu of tax benefits. These incentives are often overlooked by buildings and owners of residential and commercial real estate even  more...

Legal Implications of Doing Business on the Internet ... breed of outlaws that prowl the Internet. Online threats from unscrupulous competitors, Internet activists, and disenchanted employees may be even more damaging to a business. Legal claims such as false advertising, unfair competition, copyright infringement, trademark infringement, false endorsement and right of publicity, and invasion of privacy, can come from every direction. This live  more...

Waiver of Subrogation Clauses and Provisions in Construction Contracts ...during the careful planning and drafting of these clauses from the outset. Learning Objectives - You will be able to define subrogation. - You will be able to describe key construction contract provisions. - You will be able to discuss the impact of other related contracts on waiver of subrogation clauses. - You will be able to review the impact of violation of safety codes or regulations.  more...

Municipal Finance Fundamentals ...e securities. However, municipal securities are different from their corporate cousins and prudent investors should know the fundamentals of public finance. This live audio conference will help you understand the municipal securities market. It describes their nature, their benefits and their limitations. This audio conference also provides you with an overview of the items for which you  more...

Winning at the Gate: Practical Lessons for Stating or Attacking Claims in a Post-Twombly/Iqbal World BenefitsThe Supreme Court's 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  more...

Planning for Renewable Incentives in 2011 and Beyond ...artment. Victoria McDowell will bring first-hand insights from 2010 when Treasury first confronted the 'beginning construction' requirement, and will discuss new Treasury thinking about this requirement. In addition, the program will focus on what developers may face after 2011 and the lapse of the grant. What is the future of tax incentives for renewables in light of the controversy in  more...

Giving and Receiving Employment References: Successfully Negotiating the Maze ... pitfalls and could expose an employer to legal liability from both ends (i.e., from the current/former employee and from the requesting entity). On the other hand, given these issues, it is sometimes difficult for a company to get any accurate and meaningful information on a potential candidate, to help it to decide among several seemingly-qualified applicants (and avoid negligent hiring  more...

Commercial Real Estate Financing: Current Trends & Opportunities ... who the key players are and what possible outcomes exist from negotiations. Borrowers will learn how others are not only solving their trouble loan problems but also creating opportunities from the same troubled asset. Trends in new financing including the emergency of CMBS lenders, life insurance companies, banks and other special lenders will be discussed. This live audio conference is  more...

How to Handle Travel Pay Legally ...w and when to compensate an employee for travel time away from a work site. Attend this program and you will find out how to determine which employees are entitled to travel time pay and at what rate. With air travel being as busy as it is today, it is very important that you understand how to compensate employees when they are delayed as a result of flight cancellations. This live audio  more...

Estate Planning Ethics BenefitsThis audio conference includes a basic overview of the ethical rules that effect the estate planner in every day practice. With an attorney's busy schedule, it is difficult to remain current on rules that direct and govern the fundamental duties an attorney encounters while serving the needs of the client. This program will touch upon the most frequent rules and issues that an attorney  more...

Enforcement of Judgments BenefitsThis audio conference presents the fundamentals of identifying and collecting assets to enforce a civil judgment. Topics will include general asset search methods, the elements of a debtor's examination, obtaining liens against assets, executing on judgment liens, using garnishment procedures to collect assets, domesticating foreign judgments, dealing with bankruptcy filings and many other  more...

Strategies to Overcome the Presumption of Guilt ...es for any criminal defense attorney is convincing jurors from the beginning of the case that the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty, and that the burden of proof is on the prosecution, not the defendant. Constant publicity in the media, and in political campaigns, about the necessity to 'crack-down on crime' makes this more of a challenge than ever. Prosecutors often make the  more...

Client Nonpayment: Ethical Considerations in Collections and Termination BenefitsYou have worked many hours on your client's matter and obtained a good result, only to find yourself in a dispute with your client over the payment of your fee. The client may complain about the quality of the service or may claim that they cannot pay your fees. Whatever the excuse, it is a problem that can be lessened. This audio conference is designed to provide you with practical and  more...

Avoiding Waiver of the Attorney-Client Privilege BenefitsThis audio conference will discuss the doctrine of attorney-client privilege: the scope of the privilege, exceptions to the privilege, procedural aspects of asserting the privilege, waiver of the privilege and the related but distinguishable doctrine of attorney work product. It should be useful for you, whether you are concerned about asserting and maintaining privileged communications or  more...

Sales and Use Tax Determination Headaches BenefitsSales and use tax professionals are faced with the legal and practical challenges of learning as many as 50 different state sales and use tax laws and regulations. No one could possibly learn all of the different state requirements and yet our jobs demand it! The purpose of this audio conference is to reveal the secrets to working in a multistate environment. You will learn about the four  more...

Pervious Pavement Alternatives ...rete and open-jointed block. A discussion of case studies from all over North America illustrating results in diverse soil, climate and traffic situations, and applications for investment and environmental purposes will be addressed. Learning Objectives - You will be able to discuss applications. - You will be able to describe open-jointed block. - You will be able to recognize and create  more...

Due Diligence Considerations for Participation Loans ...ll explore loan assignment and participation transactions from the perspective of the originating lender and the assignee or participant. You will learn about the nature, purposes and documentation of these transactions; basic due diligence considerations affecting each party; and loan administration and enforcement issues that arise during the term of a syndicated or participated commercial  more...

Avoiding the Basic Pitfalls of GMP Contracting ...rch for project delivery systems that reduce the duration from project conception to project completion one of the most common approaches has included the use of guaranteed maximum price, or GMP, contracts. However, as the use of these contract formats has proliferated so have disputes that strongly suggest that the parties using them do not fully understand: the differences between GMP  more...

Partnerships and Section 704(c) ...perty is contributed to such an entity or are distributed from such an entity. The regulations under Section 704(c) provide a very flexible but very complicated set of rules for required allocations that apply to contributions property to or distributions property from an entity that is treated as a partnership. This audio conference is designed to help the drafters of the basic operating  more...

Drafting Document Retention Policies BenefitsThere can be little question in today's world that a thoughtful, well-designed document retention policy is a must for every corporation. Yet many have failed to take this important step to protect their companies. Many more have failed to effectively implement their document retention policies after they have been adopted. The cost of these shortcomings is significant. A corporation may  more...

2011 Affirmative Action Compliance Update ...t each aspect of your plan and related forms. If a letter from the OFCCP is in your mailbox today, are you confident that your plan will pass muster? This audio conference will help you identify areas for improvement in your plan and compliance efforts, and to become familiar with the OFCCP's current audit practices and regulatory focus. This audio conference is designed for human resource  more...

Construction Lien and Bond Claims in Texas ...ublic projects. Owners will learn how to protect property from unperfected liens - and what steps to take if they do arise. Contractors, subcontractors and suppliers will learn how to efficiently collect payment for work performed or materials provided. Attorneys will learn how to deal with perfection issues in the litigation and foreclosure of mechanics liens Learning Objectives - You will be  more...

Legal Ethical Issues BenefitsEthical issues present themselves in all aspects of an attorney's professional life. Knowledge of these ethical standards will assist you in properly representing a client and at the same time protect you from the adverse consequences of a violation of the ethical standards. This audio conference will provide an overview of typical ethical issues affecting the various areas of the practice  more...

Microsoft Project Best Practices: What's New on the Desktop ...ject and resource managers. Please join Daniel T. Renier from Milestone Consulting Group, Inc. for a 'what's new' review of Microsoft Project 2010 on the desktop. Since this is the most significant upgrade to Microsoft Project in the past decade, this is one audio conference you will not want to miss. Learning Objectives - You will be able to discuss user-controlled scheduling. - You will be  more...

The Essentials of Wastewater Grit Removal ... a grit removal system to remove as much grit as possible from their operations. A properly designed and operated grit removal system prevents grit build up in unit processes, scouring and plugging in lines, and fouling of diffusers and membranes, all while preserving the intended service life of the downstream equipment. As we all experience tighter funding sources and fewer available  more...

Foreclosure and Workout of Commercial Mortgage Loans in New York ...k foreclosures are becoming more complex and hard fought. From the massive foreclosure of Stuyvesant Town, to the highly-publicized foreclosure of One Madison Park, to the complex foreclosure of the Manhattan property where a crane fell, in March of 2008, understanding how to proceed in this challenging area is a critical skill for any commercial professional in New York today. This audio  more...

Curing Title Exceptions BenefitsTitles are often subject to outstanding interests and claims, some genuine but others unsubstantial or baseless. What types of defects, liens and encumbrances impair the title to real estate? When, as the result of tangible matters revealed by a search and examination of the title, is the title unmarketable? Learn what to look for when reviewing the title commitment, and what endorsements  more...

Collateral Valuation in the New Economy ...s. In this audio conference, three industry professionals from Orrick, Herrington Sutcliffe LLP, one of the world's leading law firms in these areas, explore the multi-disciplined approach required to value these investments. This audio conference is designed for attorneys, presidents, vice presidents, branch managers, loan officers, loan department personnel, credit and collection managers,  more...

Medical Records: Responding to Subpoenas and Investigations ...e confidentiality of patients without even realizing it! From HIPAA requirements to state privacy laws, legal issues abound in the medical records arena. If you're not up to date on medical records law, your company could face serious legal and financial liability risks. Attend this audio conference and gain critical information on confidentiality, disclosure, documentation requirements and  more...

Illinois DUI Case Update BenefitsThe laws regarding DUI have changed more than any other crime in Illinois. Presumptions have become statutory violations. Judicial driving permits were created, then eradicated and replaced with alcohol detection machines. Reinstatement of licenses following revocation has left the realm of fiction, but only for those who can jump through all the hoops. You should attend this audio  more...

Upgrading to Microsoft Office 2010: What's New and Improved? ...hich can mean a longer learning curve for users upgrading from older versions. New Microsoft Office users may be overwhelmed by the number of features and options available and never take full advantage of the potential it offers for managing email, PowerPoint , Access , SharePoint workspace and Excel . Join us to learn the new and improved features on November 17th! This audio conference will  more...

Using Human Capital Analytics to Maximize the Value of Your Workforce BenefitsMeasuring and maximizing the contribution people make to the bottom line is a critical issue for organizations, and analytics are the key to those insights. The challenge is using analytics to understand where making a change would improve engagement and performance. This audio conference addresses how to integrate the business and HR perspectives when conducting human capital analytics,  more...

Ethical Settlement Negotiations ...ers. This program will also emphasize the recent guidance from the American Bar Association and various state and federal courts on matters ranging from basic duties of disclosure to the often murky rules affecting class actions and the settlement of complex litigation affecting numerous parties. This audio conference will better equip you to strike an appropriate and effective balance between  more...

HR Budgeting Fundamentals: Translate Your Goals into Revenue Terms ...to SOX legislation and CFO/controller's demanding budgets from the HR department, HR professionals have had to learn budgeting skills. Most HR people did not go to school to be financial gurus and learning to properly budget for people-related expenses is a foreign language. However, if you truly want a seat at the table you must learn to appropriately forecast and plan for the most important  more...

Structuring Renewable Energy Projects in Challenging Conditions ...driven using structures and project documentation derived from renewable projects. You will briefly review the key concepts of project finance, analyze how risk allocation determines the structure of most project finance transactions, and allocate risk via key contractual provisions in project documentation and perspectives of key sources of debt and equity financing, emphasizing markets for  more...

Commercial Site Development: A Case Study ...rence presents an overview of commercial site development from both a new and renovation approach. It will address issues of site assessment, budget, jurisdictional research and other aspects for development. You will receive a step-by-step guide and checklist for commercial site development for both new and existing projects. This audio conference will assist in establishing a comprehensive  more...

Pennsylvania Civil Procedure: View From the Bench BenefitsThis audio conference will feature an overview of civil process at the Pennsylvania District Court level. The program will be given by Magisterial District Judge Richard Cappelli. Judge Cappelli has been the Magisterial District Judge in Delaware County since 1992, serving the townships of Concord, Bethel, Chadds Ford and Thornbury. Topics will include the filing of a civil and  more...

New Rule 502: Attorney-Client Privilege and Work Product Limitations on Waiver BenefitsKnowing and preserving the attorney-client privilege and work product protection is a fundamental for most litigators. Rule 502 of the Federal Rules of Evidence has been adopted to clarify and resolve a common dispute regarding the effects of certain disclosures otherwise protected by the privilege or work product, including inadvertent disclosures and the agreement of the parties  more...

Grant Management for Grant Recipients ...ew the essential elements of federal grants and subgrants from a legal perspective. Learn about the fundamentals of grant administration followed by a discussion of urban myths - that is, commonly misunderstood provisions of federal grants - and sharks in the waters, high-risk areas that grantees and subgrantees should understand and avoid. At the end of the audio conference, you will have the  more...

Positive Strategies For Dealing With Problem Performers BenefitsAre you still experiencing problems with employees even though you've tried progressive discipline? Is your company still using punishment as a means to discipline employees? Are you wondering why your disciplinary strategies don't seem to work? If you have these questions, attend this audio conference and learn about more positive strategies and approaches in dealing with problem  more...

Current Issues in Legal Holds: Are You Prepared? BenefitsIf there ever was a honeymoon on preserving discoverable documents and data for litigation ... it's over now. The stakes are higher than ever, and so are courts' expectations for parties and their lawyers. Organizations simply must have in place a compliant legal hold process that effectively preserves discoverable documents and data. This audio conference will help you understand the  more...

Owner Construction Risk: How a Controlled Insurance Program Can Protect Your Assets ...ractors have been subject to increased litigation arising from risks created by construction operations. However, due to changes in the insurance market, contractors are increasingly challenged to secure insurance coverage to meet owner insurance requirements. As a result, many owners have turned to incepting an owner-controlled insurance program or relying on a contractor-controlled insurance  more...

Economic Nexus Standards in State Taxation ...s merely having customers in a state or generating income from a state enough to create tax obligations? This audio conference will explore the concept of economic nexus and update recent judicial and legislative developments. Understand emerging trends in this area and why merely having customers in Ohio and Michigan could subject you to new business tax liabilities. Learn how to handle nexus  more...

False Claims Act Update BenefitsThe False Claims Act is one of the most important weapons of the federal government in its efforts to combat fraud, waste and abuse in federal contracting and grants. This audio conference will identify and analyze many of the critically important issues in the interpretation and enforcement of the statute, and will review mandatory disclosure of credible evidence of False Claims Act  more...

Using Social Media in Collections BenefitsTechnology has changed how we all communicate and do business. Business owners and collectors have the added challenge of trying to contact debtors who may only have a cell phone and no landline, and use email, text messages or instant messages to communicate. How can you face this challenge while following the laws, following your ethics and without breaking any debt collection laws? In  more...

Executory Contracts Under Bankruptcy BenefitsThis audio conference will give you a better understanding of executory contracts and unexpired leases, and what they are. It will examine the strategic issues whether you represent the debtor, the nondebtor party to the lease or contract, or other interested parties. The speaker will discuss what to do during the period between the bankruptcy filing and assumption or rejection, as well as  more...

Legal Aspects in Representing Clients with Dementia ...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 be able to identify the different types of capacity. - You will be able to discuss  more...

Recent Developments in Material Participation for LLCs and LLPs ...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 regulations to address the judicial defeats. Gain a better understanding of the circumstances that will satisfy the material participation test and avoid the limitations on  more...

Electronic Data, Discovery and Document Storage BenefitsDo you find yourself dreading your next e-discovery matter? Would you like to develop a road map that will guide you through the maze of collecting, processing, reviewing and producing electronic data? This audio conference will help you to develop a well-crafted discovery plan, intelligently set a budget, identify the sources of electronic documents, use best practices for data  more...

Skip Tracing vs. Cyber Tracing ...ing and new age cybertracking. You'll get insider secrets from a renowned skip tracing expert. Become an expert in different kinds of skips - and explore the tools the pros use in skip tracing and locating assets. Register today for this cutting-edge audio conference and find who you need to find. This audio conference is designed for collections managers, credit managers, attorneys,  more...

2010 Florida Condominium and Homeowner Association Law Legal Update BenefitsThe 2010 Florida legislative session was very active in the number of bills introduced concerning community associations. As a result, a myriad of significant changes were made to chapters 718, 719, 720, 721 and 617 of the Florida Statutes. Attend this teleconference and you will not only learn about the changes but will understand some of the intended and unintended consequences resulting  more...

Purchasing Contract Remedies ...ecurity exposures. While these deliverables are different from one another, there are certain principles common to the acquisition of each. Carefully applied, these do much to prevent contract difficulties from becoming out and out disputes. They can help keep your business moving - and your internal clients happy - while reducing the need to ever call in the lawyers. This audio conference will  more...

Brownfield Redevelopment and LEED in 2010: What Happens When You Mix Green and Brown? ...velopments. - You will be able to recognize and associate from past projects how green redevelopment practices and development opportunities on brownfields can help developers and their host municipalities offset the cost premiums. - You will be able to discuss perceived stigmas associated with contaminated land development. This audio conference is designed for engineers, developers,  more...

Essentials of Florida Garnishment Laws ...r own? Throw it away? The garnishment writ is a directive from the court to withhold salary or wages from someone working for you (and not just an employee). This audio conference will explain the nuts and bolts of Florida's garnishment laws, from how a garnishment works to what happens if you don't properly comply. This audio conference is designed for human resource and payroll  more...

EPA Requirements for Underground Storage Tanks: Recent Changes and Cleaning Up Contamination ...m to gain assistance, either financially or procedurally, from government agencies such as the EPA. The audio conference also explains the cleanup process from the initial site assessment and characterization of the site to the ultimate goal the receipt of the no-further-remediation letter issued by the EPA. It is critical for anyone who owns or is considering owning property that has been  more...

Today's Multigenerational Workforce: Transitioning from Baby Boomers to the Next Generations ...nd value systems of the different generations of workers. From tattoos, to iPhones , to flex hours, to work ethics, to worker capabilities, things are different. As leadership transitions from the baby boomers to Generations X and Y, there are issues that will unavoidably arise as a result of cultural differences between the generations. To be successful, you must understand those things that  more...

Web Research Beyond Standard Search Engines BenefitsIn today's wired world, many attorneys report being overwhelmed by information, especially in electronic format. This fragmentation of attention flies in the face of the requirements that practicing attorneys are required to stay current on trends and changes in the law. Additionally, the cost of electronic information can be a burden on an attorney's legal resources. Free legal Internet  more...

Preparing for the International Financial Reporting Standard ...f IFRS in the United States. About the same time, leaders from the G20 countries at a financial summit in the United States issued a statement which, among other things, confirmed the leaders' support for developing a single set of high-quality global accounting standards. Both of these events represent progress toward the adoption of IFRS in the United States. PricewaterhouseCoopers  more...

Risk Management in Telephone Triage: Lessons Learned From Telephone Triage Litigation BenefitsThe telephone, once used merely as an appointment scheduling device, has become an integral part of provider-patient interactions. Research indicates that approximately 20 to 28 percent of all primary health care is handled over the telephone. However, without proper training and accountability, telephone triage can result in improper diagnosis and management as well as legal liability.  more...

Digital Manufacturing: Improve Productivity, Lower Costs and Compress Delivery Times ... integrate their overall approach to product development, from concept to product design to manufacturing engineering and beyond. As a result, many companies are seeking new ways to improve their competitive position through the proper adoption of digital manufacturing and other product development enabling technologies. This teleconference will help you understand the fundamentals of digital  more...

Recent Developments in Employer Liability for 401(k) Investments ...nies and their management potentially in the cross hairs. From Enron, Worldcom and Sarbanes-Oxley, to the more recent massive class actions filed against Fortune 500 companies regarding 401(k) plan service fees, decision makers face increasingly tough choices and more difficult compliance challenges when it comes to providing 401(k) plan benefits. Arguably, the most rapidly evolving yet least  more...

Implications of the First Investigations Under the FTC Guides for Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising BenefitsThe benefits of word of mouth and viral marketing via blogs, Twitter , Facebook and other social media platforms are undeniable. These emerging technologies are rapidly taking hold in corporate America and are radically changing the marketing landscape. In an effort to stay current with the way consumers obtain product information, the Federal Trade Commission has, for the first time since  more...

Jeopardizing Exempt Status ... a salary basis, permissible and impermissible deductions from salary, supplementing salary with additional payments, reducing salaries or hours, required use of paid time off, performing nonexempt work and more. This teleconference will help identify and resolve thorny problems which jeopardize exempt status. This teleconference is designed for human resource managers, payroll professionals,  more...

Agreements of Sale and Due Diligence in Commercial Real Estate Transactions BenefitsThe experienced attorney can help purchasers and sellers avoid needless aggravation and expense. Both parties to a land transaction have incentive to avoid protracted legal disputes. By negotiating and drafting effective agreements of sale and assisting clients with the performance of essential due diligence, attorneys can allocate the risks associated with land transactions and save their  more...

Family Responsibility Discrimination Law: Family Friendly Employer or Litigation Target? ...tment and ability of employees with care obligations away from the workplace have led to costly claims. It will also address the proactive steps you can take to insulate yourself from FRD claims, and how to provide a workplace that can attract and retain capable employees who also happen to have family responsibilities. The teleconference explains how you can create and implement a policy to  more...

Ohio Prompt Payment Act Update ... construction of a project as a result of delayed payment from their contracting partners, often resulting in widespread impact to their lending relationships and business operations. This teleconference will help you understand and pursue your rights under Ohio's Prompt Payment Act, to avoid becoming the bank. The teleconference will explain the penalties and remedies available to you under  more...

Principal Diagnosis Selection: Ensure Compliance with Official Coding Guidelines BenefitsIn today's current health care business economic climate, there exists a renewed focus upon third-party payer initiatives to second guess and undermine medical record coder's selection of principal diagnosis selection under the guise of medical necessity and accurate and compliant coding. Under the RAC Demonstration Project, a pattern of supposed coding errors and medical necessity errors  more...

Labor Law: Could 2011 Be the Turning Point for Unions? ...tions 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 status of EFCA, an  more...

Are Email Negotiation Blunders Costing You Money? How to Negotiate and Influence With Email ... knowing what you want and getting it, anytime, anyplace, from anybody. You will learn proven techniques developed from countless hours of negotiation research and studies into human nature. Most of us use the same worn-out techniques over and over again, achieving limited or even undesired results. It's like having a whole toolbox full of tools and always reaching for the hammer. These  more...

Immigration Issues for Construction Professionals ...d to Social Security mismatch letters and other inquiries from government agencies that are occurring more frequently. We will also address E-Verify and different rules, E-Verify and government contracts. Learning Objectives - You will be able to review and correct I-9 mistakes. - You will be able to discuss social security mismatch letters. - You will be able to explain new policies and  more...

Texas Nonsubscriber Claims 101: Perspectives From Employees and Employers BenefitsTexas is the only state in the union that permits employers to opt-out of worker's compensation insurance. Employers who opt-out are known as nonsubscribers. Some nonsubscriber employers purchase insurance products that pay for medical care, lost wages and indemnify the employer if a claim is filed. Other employers self-insure and handle claims in-house or send them to third-party claim  more...

When Wages are Not FICA Wages ...nsidered wages by the IRS, thereby exempting those monies from FICA tax? If not, this teleconference will be beneficial to you in helping reduce employer liability for FICA taxes on money that is not wages. You already know that any cash or noncash remuneration received for employment, unless specifically exempt, is considered wages subject to the FICA tax. This teleconference will examine the  more...

Ethical Collections: The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and Beyond ... of the main rules of collecting is preventing the debtor from sidetracking the process. Never give the debtor ammunition to shoot back at the collector! We will show you how to avoid ethical and regulatory traps that can keep you from being an effective collector! We will guide you through the FDCPA, FCRA, ethical rules, trust account procedures, other regulatory issues, and more, to make you  more...

Utilizing Data in Microsoft Access ...top 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 platform that allows information workers to extend the power of Excel into database applications. Nonprofessional developers can create their  more...

Real Estate and Land Valuation in Depressed Markets ...tives are difficult to meet when the valuations are drawn from fractured markets with a paucity of data using unimaginative valuation techniques. Learning Objectives - You will be able to review real estate market cycles and capital markets. - You will be able to discuss sources and uses of market data and information. - You will be able to explain applications of market analysis and highest  more...

Understanding the Role of the Trust Protector ...years. How can we anticipate what changes lie ahead of us from both a tax and nontax perspective? Is the movement toward multigenerational trusts pushing the planning horizon many years past the point most estate planners were trained to envision? This teleconference will identify those unintended consequences and discuss how designing a trust with a trust protector, or an equivalent role and  more...

Current Issues in Cell Tower Leases ...e leases, including lease rates and who gets the revenues from additional antennas or carriers being co-located at a site. An emphasis on the industry-specific elements and terms of modern cell site leases, and renewals and modifications of expiring leases, which are important for the property owner, its attorney and leasing agent involved in these efforts. You will be better able to identify  more...

Restructuring the Commercial Loan ...ll help provide you with an understanding of these issues from inception through the end of the commercial loan restructuring process. Listen to our panel of experienced counsel provide seasoned advice so that you will be able to understand various issues and approaches to loan workouts; learn the significance of key loan provisions to both borrower and lender, and market trends; and obtain  more...

Groundwater Control and Dewatering Methods ...ethods. - You will be able to explain dilemmas that arise from improper dewatering and some resulting consequences that can occur. - You will be able to recognize soil characteristics/subsurface conditions. - You will be able to explain the size and depth of your excavation and why it is important. This teleconference is designed for engineers, public works directors, hydrology professionals,  more...

The Complete Commercial Loan Closing Checklist ...n transaction. Explanation of the documentation necessary from an attorney's perspective to close a commercial loan transaction, as well as what the documentation consists of and why it is necessary will be discussed. Individuals involved in all aspects of commercial real estate will benefit from a better understanding of what is involved in closing a commercial loan transaction and a more  more...

Reverse Auctions: Current Issues and Opportunities ...ive bidding. We will then examine several success stories from both the private and public sector to see how introducing this new arena for competition into corporate purchasing can produce both profound cost savings and important process improvements. Finally, we will look at how you can quickly develop a strategy to implement reverse auctioning in your procurement operations, and analyze how  more...

Reporting and Disclosure Requirements Under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 ...sociated with ARRA funds. We will discuss lessons learned from the first two reporting periods, how prime recipients can approach and address sub-recipient and contract monitoring, and annual audits and ARRA's impact on audit approach and execution This teleconference is critical for those who receive or distribute ARRA funds and are thereby responsible for their use and associated program  more...

Cyber Crimes: Phishing, Pharming and Beyond BenefitsThe threat of cyber-crime mounts daily, reaching far and wide as the digitization and interconnectedness of both the nation's economy and society increase. This digital expanse envelops business, allowing multinational corporations (and individuals) to collect and retain inestimable quantities of personal information about employees, customers and counter-parties, in addition to storing  more...

How to Save Millions in Claims Through Ergonomics and Injury Prevention ...ch has the only active OSHA regulation to protect workers from repetitive motion injuries. With this in mind, employers are encouraged to voluntarily support an active ergonomics process within their workplace to prevent and manage injuries more effectively. Contrary to popular belief, injury prevention and safety is not common sense. In order to be common sense, the issues must be commonly  more...

Sale Leaseback Transactions Today: Monetizing Real Estate Assets BenefitsA troubled economy and a chilly borrowing environment require a re-thinking of how capital and debt are used in your business. Monetizing real estate assets by sale-leaseback transactions may free up needed capital to invest in your business, particularly if the real estate is undervalued. This teleconference will help you understand when and where sale-leaseback transactions on real  more...

Current Issues in Florida Residential Evictions BenefitsA residential eviction action is very technical and bereft with many traps and obstacles for the unwary. These traps and obstacles translate to lost time and money for the landlord if not properly handled. The statutory notices can provide the tenant with an early dismissal of the eviction case if not done in strict compliance with the statutory requirements. With very little case law as  more...

Sustainable Design and LEED Specification Requirements ...about these tools and identify truly sustainable products from those that are merely marketed as green products. Learning Objectives - You will be able to discuss CSI Division 1. - You will be able to explain environmental considerations. - You will be able to identify and evaluate green materials. - You will be able to define materials and LEED categories. LEED is a registered trademark of  more...

Internet Research for Paralegals ...for better and more efficient searching. You will benefit from the practical, detailed knowledge of how legal information on the internet is organized and located. FINDLAW is a registered trademark of West Publishing Corporation and this event is not sponsored by or affiliated with West Publishing Corporation. GOOGLE is a registered trademark of Google Inc. and this event is not sponsored by  more...

Ohio Commercial Activity Tax Update: Now Fully Phased in, What We Have Learned and What We Can Expect Going Forward ...itsIt has been five years since Ohio elected to move away from its more traditional, net income and net worth based corporate franchise tax to the commercial activity tax, or CAT. In addition to the CAT, in recent years a number of states have made significant changes to their income and franchise tax regimes, which has created a complex and arduous landscape for companies' state income tax  more...

Is Your Health Care Plan Grandfathered Under the Health Care Reform? ...ectively, the 'Act'). The Act provides limited exceptions from the new federal mandates for certain grandfathered plans and new interim final regulations provide detailed guidance on how a plan may retain its grandfathered status. This national teleconference will describe what changes may cause a group health plan to lose its grandfathered status. More importantly, it will address whether and  more...

Understanding the HIRE Act and Form 941 ...ing new employees. We will explain in detail the HIRE Act from how to determine what employees and/or employers qualify, to how to claim the tax benefits with the IRS. Special situations will also be reviewed such as restaurant payrolls, rehires and company's already claiming the WOTC credit. This teleconference is designed for payroll professionals, accountants, controllers, CFOs, business  more...

Assessing and Avoiding Lender Liability Claims: Don't Let Borrowers or Guarantors Turn the Tables ...sh those claims that present real legal and economic risk from those that are simply negotiating ploys. This teleconference will analyze the most common lender liability claims and explore emerging theories of liability, including deepening insolvency and the recent resurgence in the use of civil RICO. Equally important, the teleconference will offer concrete, practical steps for avoiding  more...

Reading Financial Statements: A Creditor's Perspective ...w to read and understand financial statements, especially from a creditor's perspective. It is also for investors and business owners who not only desire to expand their business, but who want a better handle on what the number on their financial statements mean and how they can become useful tools. This teleconference will impart useful and practical ideas, take the mystery out of finance and  more...

Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act: Application to Condominiums and Single-Family Homes ...arned condominium unit sales and single-family home sales from slipping away. Many condominium developers and home builders who are subject to the federal Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act do not understand how to comply, or perhaps worse, they think they're in compliance when they're not. These developers do not understand either how to draft unit purchase agreements to comply with the  more...

Understanding, Preventing and Addressing Well Performance Issues ...er based supply system is the wells used to extract water from underground aquifers. Maintaining the long-term performance of wells requires an understanding of the factors that effect well performance. Problems with well performance are usually preventable and often start with well construction and development, and are then exacerbated by water quality conditions, well operation and  more...

Current Issues in Real Estate Title and Title Insurance BenefitsThis teleconference is a nuts-and-bolts program designed to give you real life practical information to facilitate the closing of commercial and residential real estate transactions. You'll gain insight into the workings of the title industry to better prepare you to anticipate problems and assist in developing solutions to ultimately close the transaction. This teleconference will  more...

Building Information Modeling: Planning, Design and Legal Considerations ...stion, again addressing your needs. You will come away from this teleconference with some solid concepts, some resources for more exploration, an update on the state of the art and best of all, some examples and ideas about how to make your next BIM project successful. Learning Objectives - You will be able to explain better decision making, data, design, coordination and collaboration. -  more...

ASTM Standard on Vapor Intrusion ...who prosecute and defend environmental litigation arising from vapor intrusion situations. Learning Objectives - You will be able to review toxic substances implicated in vapor intrusion. - You will be able to explain remedial methods. - You will be able to describe federal and state approaches. - You will be able to discuss trial formats and scientific evidence concerns. Engineers, project  more...

Metadata Scrubbing and Mining: Legal, Ethical and Practical Implications ... of others. Attend this teleconference and you'll learn from an expert how to do your best to eliminate the malpractice and ethical exposures arising from metadata in word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and PDF files. You'll find out how to render your electronic documents metadata-free, when appropriate. You will also discover how to deal with opposing counsel's and adverse parties'  more...

K9 Case Law Update ...n update of case law that addresses the issues that arise from the use of canines in law enforcement. This teleconference will provide a review of federal case law that discusses the Fourth Amendment standards that govern the use of canines in drug detection and investigation, as well as suspect apprehension. We will also address issues that arise under the Fair Labor Standards Act for properly  more...

Common Principles for Successful Design-Build Projects ...ll learn how design-build project delivery systems differ from the traditional design-bid-build system, how to evaluate whether design-build may be advantageous for your particular situation and project, how to structure a design-build approach to maximize the probability of a successful project in either the private or the public sector and how to select an appropriate contract format.  more...

EEO-1 Form: Reporting for 2010 ... OFCCP's systemic discrimination enforcement initiatives. From understanding the EEOC's and OFCCP's new focus on these issues to learning effective strategies to limit your organization's risk in these areas, you will be provided with the tools necessary to effectively manage your employment practices. Please join K. Joy Chin and Eric J. Felsberg from Jackson Lewis LLP for an engaging and  more...

Lease vs. Buy: Choosing the Best Option ... and by purchasing. The speakers will approach the issues from several perspectives, including legal, accounting and tax concerns, as well as practical issues. As our speakers have more than 60 years of combined experience in equipment finance, they will be able to present material based not only on their academic qualifications, but on their experience with all types of equipment - from  more...

A/R Management: Converting Receivables Into Cash ...efitsCash flow is the lifeblood of any business. Payments from customers are the major source of cash for most businesses. It would be much easier if all sales were paid in advance or at the time of product/service delivery (like in a retail store). Unfortunately, competitive markets demand that credit be extended to customers and this is where AR management becomes so important. This  more...

Using and Challenging Statistical Evidence: An Essential Training for Litigators ...frequently plays a critical role in the litigation arena, from evaluating cases for your clients, to resolving disputes and possibly taking a matter to trial. Lawyers often shy away from using statisticians, quite frankly because understanding this world can seem overwhelming and confusing. In this 90-minute teleconference, you will have an opportunity to hear (in a nonmathematical approach)  more...

Basics of Trust Administration ...erable deviations that written trust instruments can make from state law. The materials will provide citations to the Uniform Trust Code and to the laws of two non-UTC states (New York and Indiana) to illustrate each general principle or issue. This teleconference will be a useful introduction to trust administration principles or a refresher course in those principles for professionals who  more...

EPA's Rules on Compensatory Mitigation for Impact on Wetlands, Streams and Other Waters ...he new rules adopt a mitigation hierarchy that moves away from the prior preference for on-site, in-kind mitigation in favor of mitigation banks and watershed-based mitigation programs. The rules also clarify the financial measures the corps will require to ensure that the mitigation is actually carried out. Finally, the rules change a wide range of requirements in the Section 404 program,  more...

Bankruptcy Basics for Paralegals BenefitsThe bankruptcy world is full of traps for all professionals. Not only must you be familiar with the Bankruptcy Code, which is often amended, and case law, but also the often overlooked federal rules of bankruptcy procedure, local rules and judge-specific rules. Scott Brown - a national humor columnist by day and a bankruptcy lawyer by night - puts a unique spin on issues germane to the  more...

Climate and Energy Policy: Interpreting State, Regional and Federal Discrepancies BenefitsYou will gain an in-depth understanding of the federal, regional and state requirements - and incentives - with respect to greenhouse gas emissions. Many states are already regulating these emissions and EPA is adopting regulations to require reporting by a wide spectrum of industry and businesses. Understanding the existing rules is critical for analyzing the effects of pending federal  more...

Collection Strategies for Locating Hidden and Transferred Assets ...editors. Too often debts and collateral are not recovered from cunning debtors. Most of us are familiar with the shell game in which someone puts a ball under one of several shells and then mixes up the shells leaving another person to guess which shell the ball is under. Debtors like to play 'hide the ball' under shell companies. Creditors who entertain that game are missing the ball! This  more...

Planning Fundamentals for Illiquid Assets BenefitsPlanning for illiquid assets presents unique and difficult problems for clients, estates and the assets/business involved. Practitioners advising clients with substantial liquid assets need to identify the unique problems and provide guidance and solutions to deal with them. This teleconference will review a broad range of issues and planning opportunities affecting illiquid assets,  more...

Medical Necessity - The Collaborative Partnership Approach ...ng to promote a synergistic approach to medical necessity from the hospital and physician perspective will undoubtedly lead to increased financial exposure significantly impacting hospital financial health and operations, as well as the physician's ability to maintain a financially viable business of the practice of medicine. Medical records directors, coding and billing professionals,  more...

Current Issues in Commercial Collections BenefitsThis teleconference is geared toward the practitioner involved in collecting commercial debts. Since the specific remedies available, and best practices, will vary from state to state, this is designed to provide a general overview of the various techniques and ideas to improve collection success. Attorneys, presidents, vice presidents, branch managers, loan officers, loan department  more...

Forbearance Agreement Fundamentals ...der agrees to either a temporary or permanent forbearance from exercising remedies as a result of the default in exchange for certain agreements by the borrower. This teleconference will also explain different objectives that may be achieved by both borrowers and lenders through effective use of a forbearance agreement, preliminary considerations including review of existing documentation and  more...

Forums for Resolving Construction Disputes ...ence will provide the pros and cons of the various forums from the perspective of the legal/expert team representing a party in dispute. This unique perspective will include a discussion of the level of preparation that is appropriate for the chosen forum. At the conclusion of the teleconference, you will understand the key attributes of negotiation, dispute review boards, mediation,  more...

Political Law Update: The Latest Developments in Election Law, Lobbyist Regulation and Political Activity Compliance ...play laws prohibiting or limiting political contributions from government contractors are expanding; federal prosecutors are increasingly using the honest services statute to prosecute public officials; and this term the Supreme Court heard three cases challenging the statute are a few examples. This teleconference will assess the lay of the land in this hot and evolving legal field, explain  more...

Protecting Assets for Long-Term Care Medi-Cal Benefits BenefitsFamilies with relatively substantial assets can often access California's Medi-Cal program to pay for long-term care. Attentive planning is required, however, to avoid the minefields of government rules and potentially disastrous consequences. Each family's needs beyond Medi-Cal and other government benefits must also be considered. Further complexity has been added to the planning process  more...

Utilizing RFID Technology in Inventory Management ...what or where inventory is, which leads to inefficiencies from the manufacturing floor to the retail store. This teleconference will explain how radio frequency identification technologies are being used today to manage parts inventories in manufacturing, to reduce the need to warehouse goods by loading them immediately on trucks and to improve in-store inventory accuracy and replenishment. The  more...

LEED Tax Incentives and Credits for Green Buildings ...s to pass comprehensive legislation to protect our nation from the serious economic and strategic risks associated with our reliance on foreign oil and the destabilizing effects of a changing climate. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act included more than $60 billion in clean energy investments intended to jump-start our economy and build the clean energy jobs of tomorrow. The Department  more...

Using Investment Policy Statements as an Investment Tool: It's an Art, Not a Science ...tside legal counsel to address perceived problems arising from nonconforming activities; inside legal counsel to discuss techniques for ensuring that the instrument clearly and fully reflects the investor's expectations and the firm's responsibilities; and a senior member of the staff of an asset manager who can give a real life view of an IPS 'from the trenches.' The teleconference will focus  more...

Techniques to Prepare for Difficult Employee Discussions BenefitsSexually offensive behavior, poor communication and leadership skills, excessive absenteeism, and attitude problems - whether you're encountering commonplace or exceptionally serious employee relations issues, you'll need a down-to-earth strategy to protect yourself and your organization. Verbally addressing problems head-on can be a daunting task because of their confrontational nature,  more...

Data Mapping and Electronic Information Management (EIM) - Risk Management for Daily Efficiency and Litigation-Preparedness ...s. As an attendee at this teleconference, you will learn from an expert how to develop multipurpose menus or charts of key storage locations and contents and use data-mapping to achieve day-to-day efficiencies in operations and retrievals. Be better prepared for e-discovery for incident-responses, government inquiries and litigation as well as manage and minimize risks of smoking gun content,  more...

Payroll Tax Pitfalls: Preventing IRS Penalties and Personal Liability for Late Payments BenefitsAmong many other legal obligations, employers face the ongoing requirement to timely withhold and remit payroll taxes to the federal government. People responsible for fulfilling a company's payroll tax obligations often do not realize the substantial penalties that can be imposed by the IRS against the company when payroll taxes are not timely deposited or paid at all. Additionally, in  more...

Strategies and Techniques for International Debt Recovery ...s how you can maximize the likelihood of collecting debts from your foreign customers. From the credit application process and sales contract through credit insurance and international litigation and arbitration, he will cover what you need to know to help you mount an effective credit and collection strategy for your international accounts. As in debt collection in general, there is no way to  more...

Current Issues Facing Real Estate Lenders: Managing Through the Tidal Wave of Distressed Properties ...e under severe distress. Real estate assets are suffering from deflation in value and illiquidity. Tenant distress, soon followed by landlord challenges, will create further deep disruptions. It is critical for financial institutions to fully realize the extent of the distress in the real estate market, what is driving it and how long these conditions will last. In addition, most financial  more...

Commercial Foreclosure Due Diligence Checklist: What to Do Before, During and After Foreclosure ...nd as more and more people are looking for ways to profit from the commercial real estate downturn, potential buyers may be interested in the loan or the property. This teleconference will help all parties - the lender, the borrower and the potential buyer - understand the issues that exist at each stage of the process. The advantages and disadvantages of each approach, as well as the potential  more...

Language to Avoid During Sales Conversations - Are Your Words Costing You a Sale? BenefitsHow many more sales could you or your salespeople make if they stopped making stupid mistakes and started giving totally awesome sales presentations? Suppose there was a way to get your prospects to remember and repeat what you say to others in their organization. Remember, every sales presentation is a captured or a missed opportunity. When you lose business you should have captured, you  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...

End of Employment Payroll Issues ...mployee terminates. Topics that will be discussed will go from when an employee needs to receive their final pay to how an employee death's final pay best practices and taxation. This teleconference will cover special situations when an employee terminates such as benefit deductions, state minimum hours requirements and overpayments to terminated employees. Human resource and payroll managers,  more...

Current Issues in Qualified Immunity for Law Enforcement Officials ...often too difficult or expensive to litigate effectively. From strip searches to excessive force claims, qualified immunity is a powerful defensive tool. This teleconference will help you identify current trends in qualified immunity doctrine in some of the most litigated areas of the Fourth Amendment and reduce the exposure of governmental officials to large damage awards. Law enforcement  more...

Substance Abuse and the State Bar Disciplinary Process BenefitsThis teleconference will give an insider's view of the state bar and how it handles matters that have substance abuse as an element of a case. The program will also discuss the scientific basis for addiction and how it can impact your law practice. This program is primarily designed for attorneys. Other legal professionals may also benefit from attending.  more...

De-Escalation Tactics When Responding to Individuals with Mental Illnesses ...violence. Agitated individuals can often be directed away from violence by specific communication skills. Verbal de-escalation techniques are geared to 'set up' those being contained so that physical control techniques are enhanced, if they become necessary. When the public is witness to successful verbal de-escalation, they better understand and respect the challenges facing an officer, which  more...

Directors' and Officers' Liability Insurance: Current Topics and Key Issues BenefitsIn the era of the subprime mortgage 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  more...

Workout Strategies for Troubled Condominium Projects ...ling with distressed condominium projects by identifying, from each participant's perspective, ways to minimize risk and maximize recovery in a troubled marketplace. It will raise issues relevant to the stakeholders in considering or confronting foreclosure, bankruptcy or sale of the project as a result of financial difficulties. Learn the differing issues, leverage and interests that each  more...

Well Agreements: Legal Issues and Contract Solutions ...and operation, costs sharing, limitations on use of water from the well and access. This teleconference will address these and other points that should be included in well sharing agreements. In addition, the teleconference will also explain and provide practical contract solutions for other types of well agreements, such as regional well development agreements, agreements on mitigating damages  more...

How to Succeed at Selling to Difficult Customers BenefitsCustomers today are more demanding than ever. Some will 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  more...

Protect and Collect - The Effective Use of Engagement Letters BenefitsToday's economy finds companies in every industry, including professional service firms, looking at best practices to keep revenues steady and to decrease liability. The collection process has become more burdensome as cash flow tightens across the country. With more and more lawsuits arising against professional service providers and their firms, law firms, accounting firms and even  more...

Low Back Claims: From Injury to MMI BenefitsLow back pain is the leading cause of work-related disorders that present to a medical provider or occupational clinic. It is estimated that complaints regarding the low back account for up to one-third of all workers' compensation costs. Additionally, occupationally-induced low back disorders can lead to loss of an employee, lost time, diminished productivity, and the cost of hiring and  more...