Key Telephone Seminars

First Company in India to Deliver all ITIL V3 Intermediate Module Training QLogy 1800-200-200-3 ... be presented as documentary evidence to gain admission. Key Differentiators:- * Knowledge and Experience- QLogy consultants have vast and varied knowledge and experience of multiple frameworks and can appreciate the best practices of each of these Quality frameworks * IQMa - Integrated Quality Model helps customer organizations to leverage their existing quality frameworks by  more...

Conducting Successful HR Audits BenefitsIncreasingly, human capital is an organization's most important asset - it's certainly one of its largest expenses. It also exposes organizations to material risks. Yet many of the management techniques and assessment tools used to manage and assess other assets and processes of the organization have not been applied to HR. That is changing. As the implications and risks of misaligned,  more...

Fair Housing Act Design and Construction Requirements ... At the end of this program you will be able to describe key components of the Fair Housing Act design and construction requirements, discuss provisions unique to the FHA and review how this regulation impacts builders, architects and civil engineers. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to explain seven design and construction requirements. - You will be able to review units and common  more...

E-Discovery: Subpoenas and Non-Party Production Issues ...audio conference to learn more about how to navigate some key legal, technological and practical issues in the eDiscovery subpoena context. You will also learn strategies for pursuing and defending nonparty subpoenas in eDiscovery, best practices for proactive information management relating to potential eDiscovery requests and appropriate measures to address personally identifiable information  more...

Commercial Loan Documentation ...comprehensive understanding of drafting and reviewing the key provisions of a credit agreement. You will also gain insight into typical collateral documents and working knowledge of which agreements should be used for a variety of collateral types. Get valuable tips on navigating complex commercial loan documents and understand the key components of a credit agreement, as well as current  more...

Prevailing Wage Law: An Understanding of Davis-Bacon BenefitsAlleged violations of wage and hour laws have become a major source for the new wave of employment class actions, which often result in hundreds of thousands of dollars, and in many cases millions of dollars, of recoverable damages and attorneys' fees awarded to the successful litigants and their attorneys - in addition to the substantial amount of legal fees and administrative costs  more...

Unrelated Business Income Tax BenefitsThe recent activity in the charitable sector by federal and state regulatory agencies has mandated that professionals take a proactive approach into all aspects of this important and very diverse sector. The tax-exempt community is under a microscope. Problems that a few years ago might have gone unnoticed now get picked up and widely broadcast. Recent IRS compliance initiatives in  more...

Divorce Taxation: Practical Issues ...egin with the recent changes to the tax law and provide a key road map in navigating the numerous pitfalls that may appear in your case. Whether it is when your client may qualify for innocent spouse relief or how to identify the potential for alimony recapture we will teach you analytical thinking as it relates to equitable distribution and identify the potential taxation of certain property  more...

Current Issues in Real Estate Appraisals ...on the lending community and appraisal industry? What are key issues in appraisals and ways of looking at risk? This live audio conference will provide a current market overview with a focus on market trends and the recovery phases of different asset types. One of the hottest topics in appraisal today by lenders and appraisers relates to evaluations versus appraisals. We will define an  more...

The New ADA Design Standards: When, Where and How? ...ard. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to describe key requirements of the revised ADA Title II and Title III regulations. - You will be able to discuss provisions unique to the regulation. - You will be able to review how the new rules impact your business. - You will be able to identify how the new revised 2010 ADA Standards differ from the current ADAAG. This live audio conference is  more...

Key Legal and Practical Considerations When Forming an ACO: Seizing the Opportunities and Overcoming Challenges to Achieve Qual BenefitsThe long-awaiting Final Rule governing ACOs participating in the Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP) provides the industry with an improved outlook of the potential success that may be achieved, but also a daunting list of challenges to be met in order to seize the opportunities. This live audio conference will walk you through the legal, regulatory, policy, and practical challenges and  more...

Getting Closer to Perfect: Tips to Help Paralegals Write Effective Emails and Memos ...key legal writing concepts applicable to a variety of documents that paralegals draft on a regular basis, including emails, memoranda and discovery. Good legal writing is a skill that can be learned, and comes through practice and multiple drafts. Attend this program and receive a basic review of grammar and other writing strategies, dispel some myths about rules you thought were rules in  more...

Rain Water Harvesting ...g rainwater harvesting projects. You will understand the key variables needed to assess the viability of rainwater harvesting and the keys to success for your facility. You will avoid making wrong decisions or having unrealistic expectations. You will also be given the tools to project their rainwater harvest and to evaluate the economics and cost-effectiveness of their venture. Learning  more...

Prepaid Cards: An Alternative to Traditional Checking Accounts? ...line. It will provide organization with solid guidance on key issues to consider in evaluating and structuring such programs and provide an update on critical legal and regulatory issues that may impact further development of the product. This live audio conference is designed for presidents, vice presidents, branch managers, loan officers, compliance officers, loan department personnel,  more...

Commercial Lease Negotiations and Due Diligence ...ormative live audio conference, our speaker will take the key lease provisions and go back to the basics with respect to commercial leases. This live audio conference is ideal for beginners and experts alike, since each provision will start at the simplest level and go to the most sophisticated level. You will learn about the critical due diligence issues and developments that impact you,  more...

Allocation and Reimbursement of Defense Costs: Insurer's Duty to Defend ...will include critical components of the 'duty to defend,' key principles of defense coverage provided under 'duty to defend,' defense cost advancement, and defense cost reimbursement types of policies, the methodology used in allocating defense costs between and among different insurers, different types of coverages, and insureds, and circumstances in which insurers may 'claw back' defense  more...

Wetlands Challenges and Use of Mitigation Bank Credits ...gical 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 discuss purchasing credits - You will be  more...

Key Elements and Legal Lessons Surrounding Donor Intent BenefitsA charitable gift given for a specific purpose generally can be used only for that purpose. But, under certain circumstances, a charity may be permitted to release or modify restrictions imposed on a gift. Understanding when and how such restrictions may be modified - and when donors may have standing to enforce the terms of their gift - is crucial both to charitable organizations and to  more...

Federal Cases From Pleading to Judgment for Paralegals ...to the trial team right from the start of a case: Finding key facts to plead, key defenses to make, handling and acquiring admissible evidence, and substantively assisting throughout the pretrial and trial phases of litigation. Failure to understand how the litigation process works as a whole can lead to waste of both the client's and trial team's time and resources, possibly hampering a  more...

Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits: Using Tax Incentives to Develop and Invest in Historic Properties ...Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit (HTC) has grown into a key financing tool for economic development, historic preservation, and neighborhood revitalization. Combined in many areas with available state historic rehabilitation tax credits, HTCs have been used to rehabilitate historic city centers, theatres, warehouses and other historic buildings across the country. This live audio conference  more...

Key Aspects of Mezzanine Financing ...ce will provide you with an in-depth understanding of the key issues associated with the structuring and documenting of mezzanine financings. The program will help you understand 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  more...

Document Retention and Destruction: What Human Resource Professionals Must Know ...res to follow to document employees in the workplace is a key skill needed by most human resources professionals. This live audio conference will provide you with information on the key concepts and issues surrounding proper employee documentation and when to legally dispose of documentation. This live audio conference is designed for human resource professionals, payroll professionals,  more...

AIA Document D503(TM) - 2011: Guide for Sustainable Projects ... the Guide was developed and structured, and will discuss key issues to be considered by each party when embarking on a sustainable project. The presenters will describe how model language provided in the Guide might be used to create a framework for handling these issues and achieving successful completion of a sustainable project. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to discuss the state  more...

How to Sell to the U.S. Government ...es, bids, contracts and grants. Failing to understand the key differences between corporate and federal sales is the most common error business people make in this market. This mistake has cost businesses thousands, hundreds of thousands and even millions in lost contracts. This audio conference is critical for large and small companies that want to successfully enter the federal marketplace.  more...

Form-Based Zoning: An Alternative to Traditional Ordinances ...cil. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to identify key issues addressed by form-based codes. - You will be able to define elements of form-based codes. - You will be able to explain legal considerations and regulations. - You will be able to review the application and approval processes. This live audio conference is designed for attorneys, presidents, vice presidents, architects,  more...

Documentation and Proof of Construction Delay ...ucial skill. This live audio conference will focus on the key terms, important contract provisions and the most successful approaches to the determination of delay. It will include a discussion of the importance of the critical path, the importance of the contemporaneous documentation and the pitfalls associated with discredited analytical techniques. It will also describe the underlying legal  more...

IRS Guidelines for Good Governance for 501(c)(3) Organizations ... governance and accountability to the local community are 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  more...

COBRA: A Little of Everything is Changing ...e law is causing the most confusion. Communication is the key! You must coordinate your COBRA activities with this dependent eligibility change. Let's discuss the best way to handle this. And, some carriers have made this change to your contract eligibility early - how is that impacting compliance responsibilities? COBRA PLANS - What IS and What ISN'T? One of the most misunderstood parts of  more...

Current Issues in Joint Venture Taxation ...xempt organization. This live audio conference will cover key income tax issues covering the life of a joint venture including: What are the tax considerations when determining the type of joint venture entity to establish? What are the special tax issues when one of the parties to a joint venture is a tax exempt organization? What are the special tax considerations in real estate joint  more...

The Carryover Basis Election for 2010 Decedents ... 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, implying all decisions made, by November 15, 2011. This live audio conference will provide an overview of the law and issues, review the two recent pronouncement, discuss issues they raise and  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...

Using Travel Policy to Control Costs ...ty. Because a well-structured travel policy addresses the key components of successful travel management, we will describe best practices regarding travel agencies; reservation processes; and class of service for airlines, hotels, and car rentals; policy enforcement, and groups and meetings. At the conclusion of this live audio conference, you should see not only how a good policy works, but  more...

Financial Statement Preparation and Analysis for Nonprofits ...e primary users of nonprofit financial statements and the key differences between nonprofit and for-profit financial statements and reporting. This program will explore the fundamental accounting concepts underlying nonprofit financial statement presentation and reporting and will provide you with the tools you need to improve the overall quality and accuracy of financial reporting at your  more...

Understand and Interpret Financial Statements ...rstanding cash flow statements. Finally, he will touch on key ratio analysis and how ratios provide an additional tool to judge financial performance. This live audio conference is designed to provide you with an understanding of the four basic financial statements, offer concepts of analyzing financial statements, and introduce ratio analysis as an additional tool to measure financial  more...

Use of Terms and Conditions in Purchase Agreements BenefitsThis live audio conference will discuss various provisions commonly found in the terms and conditions of agreements for the purchase and sale of goods. How many times do you get boilerplate agreements without truly reading the small print? When is small print even acceptable? What do these terms and conditions mean? How do I go about negotiating the terms? Do they really matter? This audio  more...

Waiver of Subrogation Clauses and Provisions in Construction Contracts ...o educate participants in a better understanding of other key contract terms that may assist in avoiding disputes 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  more...

Commercial Real Estate Financing: Current Trends & Opportunities ...ing bank loans and CMBS (conduit) loans including 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  more...

Commercial Tenant Notifications: Priorities and Pitfalls ...ying tenants throughout the lease term. We will highlight key tenant notification requirements and provide drafting and service tips to avoid common notification pitfalls so commercial landlords can effectively and efficiently manage their commercial properties. This live audio conference is designed for attorneys, presidents, vice presidents, real estate professionals, owners, property  more...

Legal Issues Surrounding the Utilization and Maintenance of Computerized Medical Records ...al concerns. This live audio conference will identify the key legal issues and pitfalls associated with using and maintaining EHR systems, with an emphasis on potential litigation issues. This program is critical for hospitals considering an EHR implementation - whether for internal use or for use by community physicians - and for physicians and other users of EHR technology. You will learn  more...

SSARS 19: Compilation and Review Standards Update BenefitsStatements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services No. 19 is effective for all periods ending after December 15, 2010. This statement is the most comprehensive rewrite of the standards for compilations and reviews since the original SSARS No. 1 issued in 1978. All CPAs performing compilation and review services will have to comply with these new engagement standards for year-end  more...

Understanding UCC Article 9 Foreclosures ...he risks minimized. This audio conference will discuss key topics for you to consider in weighing foreclosure under UCC Article 9 sale, best practices to effectuate a UCC sale and how to avoid pitfalls inherent in these sales. This audio conference is designed for attorneys, presidents, vice presidents, branch managers, loan officers, loan department personnel, credit and collection  more...

Architect and Engineer Liability in California ...ional should be aware of. The audio conference will cover key contractual language and insurance issues, negligence standards and potential exposure to typical parties on a construction project, specific statutory regulations that affect general design practice in California and a discussion of procedural laws relating to the design of large home developments. This audio conference is  more...

AIA Contracts: The Owner-General Contractor Agreement ...orms. Learning Objectives - You will be able to discuss key provisions and revisions to the A101-2007 and A201-2007 AIA documents. - You will be able to define the AIA A101-2007 and A201-2007 documents. - You will be able to explain AIA forms and how they allocate risk. - You will be able to review general contracting tips. This audio conference is designed for attorneys, presidents, vice  more...

CPM in Construction Management: Preventing and Measuring Delays ...he contemporaneous schedule. - You will be able to review key best practices essential to early identification and quantification delay. - You will be able to identify the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches to measure delay. - You will be able to define a schedule to identify and measure delay. This audio conference is designed for project managers, construction managers,  more...

The Essentials of Wastewater Grit Removal BenefitsWastewater treatment plant personnel and consulting engineers have a common desire, select 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  more...

Collateral Valuation in the New Economy ...estments understand how to deconstruct them to reveal the key factors in determining value. Collateral valuation today is less a function of appraisal methodologies than it is a legal exercise for structured finance and creditors' rights attorneys. In this audio conference, three industry professionals from Orrick, Herrington Sutcliffe LLP, one of the world's leading law firms in these areas,  more...

Keys to Understanding and Writing Purchasing Contracts ...tracts and their impact on contract terms and conditions, key clauses for the contract with the supplier of goods and supplier of services, the structure and functioning of blanket agreements and blanket contracts, the utilization of e-procurement in development of contracts and the negotiation and preparation of international contracts. This audio conference is designed for attorneys,  more...

Using Human Capital Analytics to Maximize the Value of Your Workforce ...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, how to create business value from the analysis and the drivers of high  more...

Ethical Settlement Negotiations ...key ethical rules and parameters faced by lawyers during negotiations of litigated matters. 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  more...

HR Budgeting Fundamentals: Translate Your Goals into Revenue Terms BenefitsDue 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  more...

Structuring Renewable Energy Projects in Challenging Conditions ...ived 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 renewable energy projects. Further exercises will  more...

Google Analytics for Accountants: How To Measure Online Marketing and Website Performance ...ome basic configuration settings you should have, discuss key metrics for your site and how to track conversions in Google Analytics. We'll discuss marketing campaign tracking and how to measure different marketing activities (email, paid search, etc.), then dive into Google Site Search - reviewing how to use this feature to identify visitor intent and website navigation issues. This audio  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...

Behavioral Based Interviewing: The Next Evolution ...n the sum of its parts, your success is determined by one key decision: Who gets hired? Yet fewer than 30 percent of hiring managers nationwide have had any real training in applicant interviewing skills (a fact supported by a University of Chicago research study concluding that basing a hiring decision on an interview is only 8 percent more successful than if you had just flipped a coin).  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...

Key Subcontracting Issues, Including Flow-Down and Paid-If-Paid Provisions ...key issue in subcontracting today. This audio conference covers the complex relationships between prime contractors and subcontractors. This program is a must whether you are a buyer, seller or government official. After attending this audio conference, you will understand contract flow-down clauses, consent clauses, make or buy plans, privity, sponsorship and subcontracting plans. Learning  more...

Embracing Social Media to Build Concrete Relationships in a Bricks-and-Mortar World ...onships. In our business, developing relationships is the key to survival. Marketing does not start when you receive an RFP. We've seen time and again that unless you already have a strong relationship with the client prior to the release of the RFP, you will probably be wasting your time. This audio conference will show you specifically how to use social media to build more and better  more...

Today's Multigenerational Workforce: Transitioning from Baby Boomers to the Next Generations ...re, stable workforce must increasingly be thought of as a key part of your strategic planning. Understanding how to work across the generations then becomes key if you are to make these strategies work. This audio conference will teach you how the different generations look at things and how this affects their daily work, as well as improve your supervisory skills and improve your management  more...

Economic Substance Doctrine Codification Update Benefits2010 has produced the sweeping changes in health care via legislation titled the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Knowledge of its tax implications, tax credits, employer obligations and other financial aspects will be discussed in this informative audio conference. Awareness of the compliance rules will avoid financial risk and a variety of costly penalties for both individuals  more...

Surety Bonds and Contract Provisions ...ll be determined by the rules of contract interpretation. Key areas of potential dispute focus on the surety's potential exposure to extra contractual damages. The payment bond is for the benefit of those furnishing labor and materials to a construction project. Hence, laborers and/or materialmen are the oblige(s) of a payment bond. Learning Objectives - You will be able to review surety  more...

California Water Law Update: Rights, Transfers and Supply Assessments ...e has increased dramatically. Groundwater management is a key, if not the key, to the provision of potable water in the 21st Century. This teleconference will discuss California groundwater basics, its allocation and its future in providing water to many within California for the next century. This teleconference is designed for attorneys, presidents, vice presidents, engineers, hydrology  more...

Land Use Law Update ...ccess of any development or activity. A review of several key land use issues relating to federal land use laws, alternative energy and the ever-evolving law on governmental takings of property will be discussed. Additionally, you will receive an update on recent land use decisions having far-reaching effects. We will offer practical and strategic insights for those who regularly are involved  more...

Construction Joint Ventures: Benefits and Pitfalls ...asters. Learning Objectives - You will be able to define key economic terms of a joint venture. - You will be able to explain joint venture governance. - You will be able to discuss proprietary information and business secrets. - You will be able to review dispute resolution within the joint venture. This teleconference is designed for project managers, contractors, subcontractors, engineers,  more...

Paralegal's Role at Trial BenefitsThis teleconference will provide valuable information to help you develop, improve and enhance your trial preparation and trial skills. You will be able to better assist attorneys in a more efficient and productive manner. Helpful hints and key tools of the trade will be shared to help you improve your efficiency and effectiveness as a key member of the trial team. This teleconference is  more...

Principal Diagnosis Selection: Ensure Compliance with Official Coding Guidelines ...roach includes fundamental knowledge and understanding of key concepts governing principal diagnosis selection, such as medical necessity establishment in emergency room documentation, specific history and physical elements, and nursing documentation. Learn the pitfalls and limitations of principal diagnosis selection strictly based on the realms of MS-DRG assignment by understanding practical  more...

Implementing An Indoor Air Quality/Construction Hygiene Plan ... emerge in the early 2000s. Today, sustainability plays a key role in most new construction and large-scale renovations projects. To aid in designing and constructing environmentally-friendly and healthier buildings, construction hygiene plans are becoming more recognized as a vital component of overall construction management. This teleconference will help you understand the potential hygiene  more...

Current Issues in Cell Tower Leases ...sively on such leases. This teleconference will focus on key business issues in wireless site 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,  more...

Restructuring the Commercial Loan ...nd approaches to loan workouts; learn the significance of key loan provisions to both borrower and lender, and market trends; and obtain negotiating pointers to benefit your client. You will review strategies related to all stages of loan default and explore the effect of bankruptcy preference and fraudulent transfer law on workouts or modifications. You will also hear current concerns from  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...

Planning and Zoning Techniques for Open Space Preservation ...est and support among citizens and elected officials as a key to making our communities livable and sustainable. Actually implementing a successful open space strategy is complex. Open space planning and implementation must take into account the regional context, community vision and ultimate function of the open space areas. The costs and means of maintaining open space must be considered. The  more...

Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act: Application to Condominiums and Single-Family Homes ...A exemption standards, and provide overview and detail on key exemptions and registration. What's more, Mr. Chasnow will cover defense against claims of ILSA violation made by purchasers of condo units or homes to increase the developer's chances of successful deflection of allegations of ILSA violation. Failing to have properly drafted contracts for condo units or homes, or a HUD registration,  more...

Understanding, Preventing and Addressing Well Performance Issues ...abilitation efforts. This teleconference will discuss the key factors affecting well performance, including well design, initial screen development, biological and mechanical plugging, and well rehabilitation methods. Over the past several years, there has been significant research done worldwide related to optimizing well performance. This research has included looking at the mechanisms  more...

Metadata Scrubbing and Mining: Legal, Ethical and Practical Implications ...c documents. This teleconference will not only cover the key legal, ethical and technology issues; but it will also consist in large part of real-time demonstrations of metadata cleaning and analysis software, proper use of tracked changes, and some do's and don'ts of electronic redaction. This teleconference will be displayed for attendees via GoToWebinar's interactive component, as to which  more...

Lease vs. Buy: Choosing the Best Option ...and compare types of leases and other financings, address key accounting and tax issues, and focus on legal and practical concerns. In addition to highlighting principal issues, we'll propose practical solutions and compromises. Purchasing managers, material managers, presidents, vice presidents, business owners and managers, CFOs, controllers, accountants, contract administrators, senior  more...

Evaluating Your Third-Party Administrator: Are You Getting What You're Paying For? BenefitsUsing a third-party administrator is ubiquitous with health and welfare, and retirement plans. However, proper administration by TPAs should not be taken for granted. As with all facets of employee benefit plans, TPAs need to be monitored and evaluated to ensure proper plan administration and fulfillment of a plan sponsor's fiduciary responsibility. This teleconference explores the key  more...

Recognizing Child Abuse ...the role of the SANE nurse. - You will be able to discuss key aspects of mandatory reporting. Lorman Business Center, Inc. dba Lorman Education Services is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Wisconsin Nurses Association Continuing Education Approval Program Committee, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.  more...

Development Challenges for Small Commercial Sites ...and end-user occupancy issues. This teleconference offers key considerations to be utilized in the pro forma evaluation of a property for development suitability and if viable as a small commercial site, the many elements to incorporate in the overall strategy to progress the site through into construction and viable tenancy. Many municipal jurisdictions have an involved, costly and time  more...

Screening Commercial Tenants: Priorities and Pitfalls ...ant screening process. This teleconference will highlight key due diligence during the tenant screening process and provide tips to avoid common leasing pitfalls. Inasmuch as selecting a viable tenant and conducting the right due diligence before executing a commercial lease can result in decreasing default and vacancy rates, this teleconference provides critical information for any party  more...

Common Clauses and Pitfalls of Homeowners Insurance BenefitsHomeowners' insurance is routinely purchased but rarely examined by the homeowner at that time. Buyers simply assume that in exchange for their monthly premiums they are guaranteed the insurer's protection. But when calamity strikes, these homeowners may be surprised to learn that their policies contain provisions that work to reduce or even eliminate that protection. We will offer our  more...

Writing Scripts That Sell ...one. Nevertheless, in all situations there are definitely key items and statements that we want to make, and in the case of the sale, we want to close the deal. Steve Schiffman, one of the leading sales writers in the nation, will take you on a very special journey. He has been writing books for 35 years on topics ranging from handling sales objections to emails to starting awkward  more...

Forums for Resolving Construction Disputes ...ction disputes. This teleconference will focus on certain key aspects of these various forums as they relate specifically to construction disputes. It will include a discussion of the most important considerations for choosing a dispute resolution forum, including the legal requirements and practical considerations that apply to each. Specifically, this teleconference will provide the pros and  more...

LEED Tax Incentives and Credits for Green Buildings ...efitsLEED is a certification program for green buildings. Key elements of the program are water conservation, energy conservation and a reduction in waste going to landfill. Federal, state and local jurisdictions are looking for ways to incentivize improved performance in these key areas. The President is working with Congress to pass comprehensive legislation to protect our nation from the  more...

Data Mapping and Electronic Information Management (EIM) - Risk Management for Daily Efficiency and Litigation-Preparedness ... 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, data leakages and excessive costs. This teleconference will  more...

Accounting for Off-Balance Sheet Items Update ...ities. This teleconference will familiarize you with the key requirements of the new rules and provide you with a better understanding of their potential accounting and reporting implications. This teleconference will of be of interest to anyone who reads and works with financial statements, individuals who work with securitizations or in the financing business, and those who want to better  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...

Current Issues in Cloud Computing: Is There Sun Behind Those Clouds? ...ntroduction to cloud computing technology and discuss the key commercial and legal issues involved in doing business 'in the cloud', including contracting, security and regulatory issues, and more. This teleconference will also provide a solid introduction to different contract models for doing business with cloud computing companies and take a quick look at the government's role in adoption of  more...

Rewards Transformation: A Unique Approach to Total Rewards Strategy and Design in the Current Economy ...nts who can contribute the most business value in return. Key components of the rewards transformation approach are 1) critical workforce segments, 2) rewards dialogue - an ongoing interactive process by which employers gather employees' views, opinions and preferences about rewards and communicate back with employees and 3) measuring rewards ROI. This teleconference will present multiple case  more...

Improve Productivity While Staying Compliant: Implementing Quality Procedures ... costs of tracking, repairing, scrapping and redelivering key products. When the discussion whether lean, six sigma and/or supply chain techniques are singularly the most effective way of dealing with quality problems, you miss the opportunity of using a blended and robust approach. Providing cost effective quality product means you understand the importance of a strong process for minimizing  more...

Best Practices in Filing and Preparing Inventory ...makes the preparing and filing of the probate inventory a key element to successful administration. The marshalling, preserving, protecting and valuation of the estate assets is the backbone in the probate and tax arenas. This teleconference will cover all aspects of handling the estate's assets from the perspective of preparing and filing the inventory. It will cover a variety of topics from  more...

Preparing for the Unexpected Departure of Key Employees: An Introduction to Replacement Planning ...oning replacement plans in case of the disastrous loss of key people to death, disability, sudden resignation or the potential threatened loss in hostage-taking situations. Replacement planning is not the same thing as succession planning or talent management, though many organizational leaders confuse them. This teleconference helps you understand the key components of effective replacement  more...

Influenza: Seasonal to Pandemic BenefitsSeasonal influenza continues to be a regular challenge for health care and public health personnel. However, the events of April 2009 changed our perception of influenza when a novel Influenza A strain emerged and produced the first pandemic in almost 50 years. This teleconference will explore the changing influenza strains and the illnesses that result. You will come away enabled to  more...

FASB Statement 157 - Fair Value Update on Corporate Asset Valuation BenefitsDuring the past 24 months we've seen unprecedented volatility in the financial services industry, capital markets, and global economy. While implementing changes mandated by FAS 157 (ASC 820) has been challenging for many companies - the rule aims to make it easier to communicate value to shareholders. This teleconference will provide an overview of FAS 157 (ASC 820) guidelines, including  more...

Integrated Project Delivery Principles and Building Information Modeling ... or small. Dialogue among the project team members is the key but without a level understanding that dialogue can fail to bring the desired results. This teleconference will help anyone on the project team to gain a better understanding of the possibilities. We will also talk about some project examples and even take a peak into the future. Learning Objectives - You will be able to repeat  more...

Tools for Persuasive Legal Writing ...key legal writing concepts through an understandable and strategic lens. The ability to effectively and persuasively communicate remains the dominant skill needed for a successful legal practice. No one is born a perfect writer - as anyone who teaches writing will happily assure you. Rather, legal writing is always a learning process. For that reason, lawyers should regularly brush up or learn  more...

Contractor Selection ...e project. This teleconference will assist you review the key issues on contractor selection and raise important points for the negotiation of construction contracts. Learning Objectives - You will be able to breakdown project delivery methods. - You will be able to explain contract negotiation and information. - You will be able to propose bid solicitation and pre-construction services. - You  more...

Construction Project Management in Remote Locations: Site Considerations and Unique Challenges ...ons, a look at six major principles, the corresponding 23 key project elements and how they were combined into a comprehensive and finance-able package will be addressed. Learning Objectives - You will be able to analyze and select the appropriate project structure. - You will be able to compose logistics and transport planning. - You will be able to examine site gaining. - You will be able to  more...

Product Development Metrics for Manufacturers: Measuring Your Productivity ...e will provide you with a state of practice snapshot. The key metrics that are likely to pass the test of time will be identified. Current corporate R D metrics practices will be benchmarked, along with the most frequently used metrics for R D and product development. A framework that delivers a comprehensive metrics solution that most companies can figure out how to implement without outside  more...

Taxation Issues When Conducting Business With Native American Tribes ...in the area of taxation. This teleconference examines the key federal, state and tribal tax issues facing companies that work with Native American tribes and tribal enterprises, with practical insights into what taxes may apply under particular circumstances, and a discussion of tax incentives and planning considerations relating to economic development on tribal lands and ventures involving  more...

Tax Practice and Procedure Blunders That Can and Should Be Avoided BenefitsThis teleconference will describe common mistakes made by tax practice and procedures practitioners which can and should be avoided. Discussion on inadvertent privilege waiver, failure to control the flow of information at an audit, missing critical deadlines, failure to provide appropriate and adequate refund claims when necessary, and other key procedural mistakes will be addressed.  more...

FEMA's Critical Flood Plain Regulation ...eling or data. The teleconference will also highlight the key issues faced by NFIP, such as recertification of levees during map modernization and the litigation over use of the NFIP to protect endangered species, and their potential impact. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to discuss FEMA's flood plain management rules and processes. - You will be able to review key components of the  more...

Measuring Inefficiency on a Construction Project ...key to profitability. Conversely, inefficiency boosts costs, busts budgets and kills profits. Given the consequences, understanding and managing the efficiency of construction is important to everyone on the project - from the contractors, subcontractors and suppliers that experience inefficiency to the owners and design consultants whose actions can lead to inefficiencies. The first step  more...

Major Issues in WiMAX Tower Leases and Zoning ...ications matters. It will also touch on some of the other key business issues in wireless site leases, including lease rates and who gets the revenues from additional antennas or carriers being co-located at a site. Learning Objectives - You will be able to recognize and prevent potential radio frequency interference and to ensure compliance with the FCC RF emissions safety rules. - You will  more...

Legal Construction Issues in Connection With Office Condominiums BenefitsWhat you don't know could hurt you - stay updated on issues concerning office condominiums. Join us for this innovative teleconference and get up to speed on the construction of condominiums. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding the construction of a condominium association. Avoid problems down the road by protecting yourself and your company - find out exactly what the critical  more...

Conducting Effective Safety Audits ...key component of an effective safety program. Just as periodic physicals can help you check how healthy you are, periodic safety audits can help evaluate the health of your safety program. This teleconference will outline the four steps you should consider in order to conduct effective safety audits. Manufacturing engineers, presidents, vice presidents, plant managers, quality control  more...

Setting the Stage for Rehiring: Logistic and Liability Issues ... for that day so they can quickly identify and rehire the key talent necessary to meet their business needs moving forward. This teleconference will discuss some of the key planning steps you should take from before the rehire process begins through actual rehiring and on-boarding. Topics to be covered include setting the stage for a successful rehire process, identifying which employees to  more...

15- Minute Expert Adult Patient Assessments: Practical Strategies, Tips, and Updates for Health Care Professionals ...isorders encountered by health care professionals and the key clues and symptoms to watch for to determine the need for immediate follow-up. - You will be able to review practical strategies for addressing special needs for patients. - You will be able to discuss practical strategies for effective assessments of elderly patients and bariatric patients. Nurses and nurse assistants, physicians,  more...

Taking and Defending Effective Depositions ...y 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 teleconference are tips on how to prepare for a deposition as well as solutions to common problems  more...

Maintain and Gain Downtown Businesses in a Tough Economy: Key Retention and Recruitment Concepts BenefitsIt is possible to pursue new growth and attend to those who have already invested in your community. In fact, we believe that it should be a goal of every economic development or downtown to have a balanced 'maintaining and gaining' approach to economic growth. This teleconference will illuminate a number strategies and tactics to consider as you pursue this goal. Learning Objectives -  more...

Current Issues in H-1B Visas ...key issues applicable to company's that employ H-1B temporary workers. Detailed guidance on current H-1B trends, new labor conditional application procedures and H-1B visa issuance will be provided. Special attention will be given to changes in H-1B employment with common scenarios outlined. The teleconference will also present strategies for compliance with H-1B rules and regulations. Human  more...

Recognizing and Responding to Excited Delirium .... This teleconference will help first responders identify key behavioral cues of high-risk individuals for a sudden death, develop a response plan for the management of these individuals and situations, and identify the potential evidence that needs to be collected in addition to identifying the role a psychological autopsy plays in these situations. This teleconference is a must for those  more...

Developing Safety Incentive Programs to Reduce Workers' Compensation Claims ...tay viable as an entity in the competitive marketplace. A key source of preventable costs is losses associated with Workers' Compensation insurance claims, and their related expenses. Safety incentive programs are a commonly used technique to obtain a step-level improvement in outcomes. Join us for this examination of safety incentive programs, as we examine the underlying premises, the common  more...

Time and Territory Sales Management Techniques ... sales territory. You'll also learn how to gain access to key decision makers, qualify who is serious about doing business with you, and how to proactively manage your accounts and customers' expectations. The goal for this session is to give you valuable insight on how to sharpen your skills to be more pro-active with your time and how you manage your territory. The result: You'll walk away  more...

Changes of Status Checklist BenefitsIf you are an employer who sponsors a cafeteria plan or other health and welfare plans, it can be confusing to administer your plan when an employee has a change in status. This teleconference will assist you in determining when you can allow an employee to change their election under your cafeteria plan. It will also cover what happens when an individual has a change in status while on  more...

Healthcare Self-Disclosure Update ...key questions: - What options do health care providers have for voluntary disclosure? - What factors should health care providers consider when determining whether a potential violation should be reported? - How have these been changed by health care reform legislation and the Fraud Enforcement and Recovery Act? - How does the position of CMS alter the approach of a health care provider  more...

Is Your Insurance Coverage Adequate? ...key considerations and issues in evaluating the adequacy of insurance coverage maintained by corporate America. Areas addressed will include the broad range of first- and third-party insurance available in today's insurance markets; important factors in ensuring coverage for the proper parties (corporate and individual); key considerations in analyzing the proper scope of coverage as related to  more...

Online Construction Bidding Fundamentals BenefitsAlong with other technical innovations and tools available through the internet, On-line Construction Bidding software is replacing the old fax machine solicitation and receipt method of locating, soliciting, receiving and evaluating bid quotes. This teleconference reviews the basic functions of bid solicitation, the traditional fax based approach and what new internet based tools are now  more...

Using Purchasing Metrics to Drive Bottom and Top Line Contribution ...llocate resources to the best advantage of the company. A key to maximizing the bottom and top line contribution of the sourcing organization is establishing a comprehensive, robust set of metrics and using those metrics to improve performance. This teleconference will help attendees understand how an appropriate set of metrics can help them be more effective, the key elements of a robust set  more...

Doing Business in Mexico: What You Need to Know ...can companies doing business in Mexico. We will highlight key differences in conducting business in the U.S. and Mexico, both from a business and legal point of view. Typical issues will be analyzed from an American legal perspective, the Mexican legal viewpoint will be outlined and we will give potential solutions to avoid problems in the first place. This information will be valuable to  more...

Infection Control Programs ...rogram. Learning objectives You will be able to identify key elements of an effective infection prevention program You will be able to describe best practices for ventilator-associated pneumonia and catheter associated urinary tract infection You will be able to describe specific performance improvement activities relevant to infection prevention Hospital and medical clinic administrators,  more...

Collection Techniques for Landlords ...onsistent receipt of rent and other tenant charges is the key to their business. However, as a result of the recent economic downturn, fewer commercial tenants are making these payments on time and in full. Most leases specifically outline collection techniques and security mechanisms (such as security deposits and guaranties), but landlords are finding that these techniques and mechanisms are  more...

Value Engineering Change Proposals in Government Contracting ...ues throughout the Courts and Boards of Contract Appeals. Key suggestions for establishing successful VE programs within your company will be discussed. This teleconference is critical for contracting personnel so they can ensure that appropriately submitted VECPs will benefit the contractor, both in terms of increased efficiency, as well as financial gain. Learning Objectives: - You will be  more...

Tax Implications of Generation-Skipping Techniques - Planning to Minimize the Generation-Skipping Transfer (GST) Tax ...key elements of the GST tax rules, including the rules for automatic allocation of GST tax exemption. Benefits and differences between different types of basic GST tax planning techniques, including various lifetime planning and post-mortem planning along with the implications of leveraging GST tax planning with discounted assets will also be discussed. Insight into considerations for  more...

Construction Site Hazard Prevention nSerious injuries, fatalities and citations issued by OSHA tend to involve the same violations over and over again. Penalties can be quite severe and may also result in lost business. Although most companies have detailed safety programs, translation of requirements to field activities may not be consistent. The most difficult aspect of establishing an effective safety plan involves the  more...

How To Prevent Construction Projects From Going Bad ...the owner and the contractor, ways to manage risk through key contract provisions and project management tools, and how the surety's ability to perform may be affected by the actions of the parties during the construction process. n nLearning Objectives n- You will be able to arrange a plan for success. n- You will be able to predict when is "bad" too bad? n- You will be able to identify key  more...

IRS Form 1040 - Schedule D Update nUnited States taxpayers are experiencing many challenges in our current economic environment that will have major effects on their tax returns. The collapse of the housing market, home foreclosures and worthless securities has affected most taxpayers. Preparing the 1040 Schedule D is challenging for even the most efficient tax professional. By attending this teleconference, you will be reminded  more...

Successful Strategies for Controlling Workers' Compensation Costs nMaintaining workers' compensation insurance is a necessary cost of business, but how do you stop the costs from spinning out of control? An effective workers' compensation program will utilize the available remedies to achieve the goals of reducing injuries, reducing benefit payment and reducing unsuccessful litigation results. This 90-minute teleconference will review the myths and  more...

Key Components of an Effective Mentor Program nSchool districts, communities, youth serving agencies, corporations and the federal government are working to provide solutions to the most pressing problems facing school aged youth today. The challenges include improving attitudes about school, reducing absenteeism, keeping youth away from risky behavior (e.g., drugs, alcohol and gang activity) and improving their academic performance. n nIt  more...

Key Provisions of Two New EJCDC Contract Documents nThe EJCDC documents are widely used in the construction industry for design and construction of public and private infrastructure projects, including bridge, highway and other transportation projects, water and wastewater treatment facilities, utilities, processing facilities, pipelines, landfills, and other engineer-designed facilities. This teleconference will provide a focused discussion of  more...

Supply Chain Strategies in a Down Economy ...orm? Taking an aggressive look at supplier costs can be a key strategy for shoring up the bottom line. This teleconference will help you answer the following questions: Have you pulled all the levers possible to achieve savings in the short term? Are you getting the best price for the goods and services that enable your business? Do you have an understanding of your key suppliers' financial  more...

Roundabouts: Planning, Design Principles and Current Practices nAlthough roundabouts have proven safety and operational benefits, proper planning and engineering design is essential for roundabouts to function correctly. This brief, yet practical, teleconference is your opportunity to better understand modern roundabouts and their installation, learn specific design skills and current practices, and apply roundabout design principles to projects in your  more...

Maximizing Innovation and Design Process Credits for LEED. Certification ...vation, representing a major upgrade and harmonization of key technical criteria. This latest version (effectively "3.0") results from more than four years of technical research, reviews of many actual LEED® certified projects and advisory activities of hundreds of technical experts. n nThis teleconference is based on publicly available information concerning the LEED® rating and certification  more...

Begin With the Brain: Three Things Educators Need to Know! ...econference will provide valuable information about three key elements of brain-compatible teaching and learning. Recent research about how student's brains grow, develop and respond to the environment should influence our classroom practices. Understanding some brain basics can give you guidelines to help you design truly brain-compatible classrooms and school environments. When the brain  more...

What the New Ledbetter Pay Act Means for Employers nOn January 29, 2009, President Obama signed into law the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009, effectively changing the landscape of the statute of limitations for equal pay discrimination claims. The act greatly expands the amount of time that employees have to bring claims of discriminatory pay practices, which could have a substantial impact on employers. This teleconference will help the  more...

The Fundamentals of Leasing Provisions and Covenants nIn today's economy it's more important than ever for real estate attorneys and practitioners to be clever in understanding the legal and financial implications of lease terms and covenants. This teleconference will delve into the essential terms of the commercial lease and focus particularly on the clauses that often draw the most attention during negotiations: common area maintenance, key tenant  more...

Protecting Yourself From Client Violence nFew enter a helping profession, such as social work, anticipating that they may become targets of violence from the very individuals they want to help. However, evidence suggests that violence perpetrated by clients or their family members toward practitioners is increasing across settings. Such workers are facing increasing risks in their jobs because of the nature of their work; the  more...