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A Regulatory Update on Unclaimed Property Compliance BenefitsWho within your company is responsible for ensuring compliance with the various state unclaimed property laws? Is your company currently undergoing an unclaimed property audit? If you are struggling to find the answer to these important compliance questions, this live audio conference is for you! Believe it or not, there are still many companies who are unfamiliar with the various state  more...

FLSA New Fluctuating Workweek Regulatory Guidance ...ndation, and examine whether and to what extent the DOL's latest regulatory pronouncement is likely to receive deference in the courts. The program will also review practical compliance solutions. This live audio conference is critical for employers who want a thorough understanding of the benefits and risks of the fluctuating workweek in the current wage and hour enforcement climate. This  more...

Is a Benefits Portal Right for Your Company? ...latest trends in benefit portals and how a benefits portal can improve employee engagement, drive employee self service and streamline benefits administration. Demonstrated by best practice models and live examples, you will leave with a real-world understanding of benefit portals and 'next step' ideas to introduce or further advance this essential technology within your organization. This  more...

Hot Topics in Native American Financing 2011 ...latest legal news and developments on the following topics: 1) principal practice guidelines to ensure your financing documents are enforceable and compliant with federal law, including the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act; 2) the National Indian Gaming Commission 'declination letter' review process - how long does it take, what to include in your submission, and what does receiving a 'declination  more...

CPM in Construction Management: Preventing and Measuring Delays ...ues presented. You will be brought up-to-date on the very latest scheduling tools and concepts relevant to recognizing and quantifying delays on a construction project. Our speaker will introduce the concept of the longest path, present a simple way to understand float ownership and tackle the conundrum of concurrent delay. Upon the completion of the audio conference, you'll be able to use the  more...

Anatomy of a Natural Resources Damage Claim ... NRDA process. You will gain a clear understanding of the latest developments in this complicated area of the law. Federal and state trustees continue to press NRD claims and this vital program will cover the types of issues you may encounter. Learning Objectives - You will be able to review legal ecological and economic main points of concern for natural resources damage claims. - You will be  more...

Reactive Attachment Disorder ...nt. Learning Objectives - You will be able to review the latest information on attachment and bonding. - You will be able to discuss the current research on the interplay between brain development and bonding. - You will be able to identify high-risk children in the classroom. - You will be able to describe the art of building a solid foundation for a strong character. This audio conference  more...

Web Research Beyond Standard Search Engines ...u will learn several simple ways to keep current with the latest legal news, cases and trends. Learn how to pick and choose the kinds of technology that best fit your legal information needs. Learn what free legal resources are available to you online to stay current. Become acquainted with legal blogs and how to access them. Learn how podcasts be useful to a busy practicing lawyer. This  more...

Public/Private Partnerships: Major Infrastructure and Other Development Projects ...te partnership, or P3, has recently emerged as one of the latest buzz words in the development area. States and local governments are struggling with resource limitations and ever increasing demands of infrastructure. The involvement of the private sector offers an enticing solution for meeting massive infrastructure needs. At the same time, P3s provide an opportunity for developers and  more...

Ohio Sales and Use Tax: Recent Trends, Developments and Planning Opportunities (Maximizing Exemptions and Minimizing Taxable Ser ...latest developments and planning opportunities in the context of an overview of Ohio sales and use tax. Mr. Dimengo will go through various exemptions and how they can be maximized, and how various otherwise taxable services can be minimized. This teleconference is designed for accountants, controllers, accounts payable professionals, CFOs, tax managers and officers, presidents and vice  more...

10 Employee Handbook Mistakes You Can't Afford to Make ... employee handbook to ensure it is in compliance with the latest changes and includes best practices. To avoid errors in this process, you will learn the top mistakes employers make and the keys to making the employee manual a valuable tool. The new governing legal standards will be discussed, as well as tips to making sure that often unforeseen difficulties are not encountered. This  more...

Social Media Guidelines for Estate and Financial Planners ... to build an effective experience taking advantage of the latest web 2.0 features. This teleconference will teach you how to apply a top-down messaging model to craft positions along the 'long tail' and organize communications to reinforce your brand. Gain a better understanding of the role of integrated marketing campaigns to syndicate content into the market with tools like webcasts, videos,  more...

Current Issues in Subcontracts and Teaming Agreements ... This teleconference will help you take advantage of the latest developments, apply best practices to the clauses and terms incorporated into subcontracts and teaming agreements, and ensure that each party is properly attributed the compliance obligations and risks to which it is best suited. We will also explore recent developments in compliance obligations that may create more obligations on  more...

Cyber Crimes: Phishing, Pharming and Beyond ...ized by cyber-crimes. The teleconference will explain the latest threats and trends on corporate cyber-attacks, focusing on theft of intellectual property, advanced persistent threats, spear-phising and other attack vectors. The teleconference will also address how to handle the response to such attacks, including internal investigations, criminal referrals and civil litigation. This  more...

Introduction to California Subdivision Law ...icates of compliance. Make sure you are up to date on the latest rules governing exactions, vesting, CEQA compliance and map expiration. Hear how new rules governing water use and climate change can affect the subdivision process. Learning Objectives - You will be able to identify the requirements for finalizing Maps. - You will be able to discuss judicial review and appeals. - You will be  more...

Avoiding Exposure Under The Illinois Wage Payment And Collection Act ...ant. This teleconference will bring you up-to-date on the latest development under the IWPCA, including how creative plaintiffs' attorneys are using the IWPCA in conjunction with other wage and hour statutes, and will provide guidance for addressing many of the more complex issues under the act, such as vacation pay, bonus plans and forfeiture provisions, repayment agreements and determining  more...

Political Law Update: The Latest Developments in Election Law, Lobbyist Regulation and Political Activity Compliance BenefitsThe past two years have been a watershed period for the law of elections, politics and lobbying. At every level of government, across all 50 states, government regulation of elections, politics and lobbying is increasing in scope and changing rapidly. The Supreme Court's landmark decision in Citizens United v. FEC recognized the First Amendment right of business corporations to expressly  more...

Pervious Concrete - The Pavement That Drinks! ...e with little or no maintenance. You will learn about the latest mix designs, freeze and thaw resistance, environmental benefits, storm water management planning and placement techniques. This teleconference will provide examples of projects and you will learn how pervious concrete can earn LEED points on your green building project. The permeability of porous concrete provides a potential  more...

Criminal Liabilities Under HIPAA BenefitsMany hospitals, physician offices and other covered entities have been surprised to learn that HIPAA rules provide for criminal penalties - up to 10 years in prison for intentional violations! Now the stakes are higher and there are more stakeholders: recent stimulus legislation dramatically increased the stakes for HIPAA compliance by substantially increasing penalties for HIPAA  more...

Buying and Selling Claims in Bankruptcy ...latest bankruptcy procedures and forms for the trading of claims in bankruptcy, strategies for maximizing the value of claims, and recent court decisions and orders that could have a substantial impact on the value or enforceability of the claims purchased. In addition, you will gain insights on trading for passive investment to gain a return on capital versus purchasing to own or control the  more...

Implications of the Stimulus Package on HIPAA ...w regulations. The teleconference, newly updated with the latest information, will provide a comprehensive look at the changes in the law and prepare you for the process of incorporating the changes into how you do business in your facilities, including providing a timetable of when each section goes into effect. Attend this teleconference and learn how changes to HIPAA came to pass as well as  more...

Current Issues in Attributional and Agency Nexus ...ts to reduce nexus risks. The panel will also discuss the latest legislative and case law developments, including the controversial web-based nexus statute in New York and other states. Gain practical tips for planning through safe harbors and de minimis activities. This teleconference is a must for any business that has relationships with independent contractors, in-state businesses - either  more...

Eichleay Damages and Delay Claims ...latest issue in Eichleay debates is whether Eichleay damages are dead or just dying. Eichleay damages are only recoverable upon certain elements being met, but the elements continue to get stricter interpretation. Entitlement to Eichleay damages requires proof of three elements: 1) an owner imposed delay; 2) there is standby; and 3) while on standby the contractor cannot take on substitute  more...

Navigating through the Maze of Unclaimed Property Compliance - Unique Rules and Regulations for Financial Institutions ...best practices and compliance as well as a summary of the latest state regulatory requirements, various cases, enforcement efforts, voluntary disclosures and state legislative updates. Whether you have been responsible for filing these reports for years or are fairly new to this area, this teleconference is a must-attend for you and other chief risk and compliance officers within your company.  more...

FASB Statement 109: Impacts on Your Financial Statements BenefitsThe teleconference will update the Tax Department personnel with knowledge of the latest tax accounting rules and learn how the latest FAS pronouncements can affect the preparation and review of 2009 income tax provision. Accountants, controllers, CFOs, tax managers and officers, presidents, vice presidents, business owners and managers, financial planners, bankers, business analysts,  more...

Business Combinations and Goodwill: What Is the Latest With Fair Value? BenefitsThe Financial Accounting Standards Board recently issued a Statement on Fair Value Measurements (SFAS 157) which clarifies the concept of fair value in financial reporting. Along with the FASB's proposed revision of its Statement on Business Combinations (SFAS 141R), fair value measurements may change the way acquiring companies report the acquisition on its financial statements. These  more...

Supplemental Wage Payments: Common Withholding Guidelines ...ding rate. Additionally, we will provide insight into the latest IRS regulations on the withholding of supplemental wage payments and have a practical discussion on the withholding issues surrounding less common supplemental wage payment matters, such as commissions paid at fixed intervals with no regular wages, commissions paid at fixed intervals in addition to regular wages paid at different  more...

Labor Law Update: Preparing for Upcoming Regulations nAttend this teleconference and learn the new laws and strategies regarding a variety of employment-related laws that are in effect or are expected to be in effect for 2009. From the new COBRA rules, FMLA regulations, EFCA and union initiatives, issues involving wage and hour and independent contractors, the latest drug and alcohol testing, confidentiality and security of personnel data,  more...

Maximizing Innovation and Design Process Credits for LEED. Certification ...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 system, and is not  more...

Recent Developments With Loan Syndications ...latest issues relating to the loan syndication process. Our seasoned faculty will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about loan documentation. You'll get an inside look at how to respond to confusing post-Lehman bankruptcy issues and other new developments. n nRegister now and you'll learn how to overcome any obstacles you may encounter - even in today's credit crunch.  more...

Implementing Green Initiatives in Government nPublic agencies across the country are implementing green mandates and determining the best routes to meet their objectives in an efficient and effective manner. Green experts and experienced agencies are sharing their best practices and information so as to help other public agencies reap the benefits of their tested proven methodologies. Register for this teleconference and gain access to a  more...

Latest Trends in the Rise of Unclaimed Property Enforcement nRegister for this teleconference and stay abreast of the latest statutory and state enforcement trends. You'll get an update on recent cases involving unclaimed property (state and corporate) and best practices you can use to address current internal controls, policies and procedures.  more...

State Income Tax Apportionment-The Sales Factor and The Throwback Rule Benefits This teleconference will provide an in-depth analysis of the sales factor used in state and local income tax apportionment. You'll learn all about the sourcing of sales of tangible personal property and services, including the dock sales test and market-based sourcing. Find out what you need to know about the throwback rule and the throw-out rule. Get expert advice on handling issues  more...