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Sales and Use Tax Determination Headaches ...nals 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 teleconference is to reveal the secrets to working in a multistate environment. You will learn about the four different types of taxing states  more...

A Paralegal's Guide for Drafting Pleadings ...hem is very important to the litigation process. You will learn the basic tools for locating documents, developing computer competencies for maximum efficiency and the importance of keeping essential forms. The speaker will discuss brief and memorandum banks as well as provide an understanding of how to analyze a fact situation, identify the legal issues, research the issues and prepare the  more...

Claims Management Techniques in Workers' Compensation Cases ...has to be dealt with in a very different manner. You will learn how to successfully investigate an accident and use this information to communicate with these parties, as well as gain the necessary tools to effectively address the issues that arise after an on the job injury. Human resource managers, attorneys, benefits managers, safety directors, compliance officers, insurance professionals,  more...

Implementing a Health Risk Assessment for Your Health Plan: What Works, What Doesn't, What's Legal ... as part of your company health plan or wellness program. Learn about health risk assessment goals and expected outcomes, common design issues and encouraging participation, offering rewards and penalties, overcoming objections and the all-important employee buy-in. You will also learn how to avoid legal pitfalls and which health risk assessment designs raise sticky legal issues. Benefits  more...

Building Preservation: Preventive Measures to Combat Deterioration ...it into a broader 'green' strategy for your organization. Learn that repairing a building but not fixing the problem is a waste! Learn how to work with government agencies, not against them. Find out where to start, who can help you and how to identify the best qualified assistance. Learning Objectives - You will be able to discuss the investigation process. - You will be able to review  more...

Best Practices in Nursing Documentation: Writing Effective and Legal Proof Notes ...but not 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  more...

CPM in Construction Management: Preventing and Measuring Delays ...ify project delays before they are insurmountable. You'll learn how to use the schedules persuasively and reliably to measure and quantify project delays. The discussion will also provide the technical and legal foundation for the techniques 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  more...

IRC Section 41: Credit for Increasing Research Activities Update ... than 500 research tax credit studies during our careers. Learn from some of the top technicians in the industry on what can and can't be considered research and development under IRS guidelines. Several topics that will be discussed include understanding the broad range of companies in many industries that can qualify for the research credit, potential pitfalls and significant opportunities to  more...

Developing a Sound HR Metrics System ...nswers to these questions. Attend this teleconference and learn the importance of demonstrating HR's value to the organization, ways to avoid pitfalls in HR metric systems and how to align HR programs with business needs. This teleconference will distinguish between different types of data and measures, and show you ways to communicate HR metrics to the organization. Human resource managers,  more...

The New World of EEO: What Is Coming ...s to the circumstances which create claims and liability. Learn first-hand how to manage these claims, negotiate and settle them and be in a defensible position should a claim be made. Failing to implement these strategies will continue to result in an increase in claims and the potential for significant adverse rulings against employers. This teleconference is critical for employers who want  more...

Fundamentals of Writing RFPs ...RFPs that are clear, precise and produce desired results. Learn 10 writing tips that will guide you in creating an effective RFP. Learn how to format your RFP to lead vendors toward answering your organization's need in a format that makes it easy to objectively evaluate the proposed solutions. If you want good proposals from responding vendors, you need to write good RFPs. Learn how by  more...

Using Social Media in Collections ...conference, 'Using Social Media in Collections,' you will learn how you can use social media web sites and new technology to maintain a good customer base, keep good paying customers on track, and find and collect from past due customers. Learn how these popular web sites can improve your collections, what some of the most common mistakes are when using these web sites and how you can avoid  more...

Mechanics Liens in Massachusetts: Protecting Your Lien Rights in Uncertain Times ...led provisions. By attending this teleconference you will learn how contractors, subcontractors and suppliers can protect their payment rights by using mechanics liens, and to learn how owners can defend their rights against liens by understanding the many technicalities of the mechanics lien process. Learning Objectives - You will be able to list the four basic requirements for a perfected  more...

Economic Nexus Standards in State Taxation ...chigan could subject you to new business tax liabilities. Learn how to handle nexus inquiries and which states to look out for in terms of nexus planning. This teleconference is a must for any business that sells to or generates receipts from customers in states where they otherwise have no other connections. Accountants, CPAs, controllers, attorneys, CFOs, tax managers, finance directors,  more...

Curing Title Exceptions ... and examination of the title, is the title unmarketable? Learn what to look for when reviewing the title commitment, and what endorsements are currently available that provide coverage against a spectrum of title risks. Under what circumstances will title insurance be available to insure against mechanics liens, judgment liens, tax liens and other recurring statutory liens? This teleconference  more...

Utilizing Graphs and Charts in Microsoft Excel ... your charts with simple formatting techniques. You will learn the best and fastest ways to prepare data for charts, and create and modify them with a minimum of effort. You will also learn about the various chart types and which ones are most effective for the type of data being depicted. You will learn the best ways to adjust colors, gridlines, legend placement and scaling; and how to  more...

Workout Strategies for Troubled Condominium Projects ...ale of the project as a result of financial difficulties. Learn the differing issues, leverage and interests that each party brings to bear, and explore the options and outcomes available for the distressed condominium project in today's uncertain times. Attorneys, real estate developers, lenders, borrowers, mortgage companies, mezzanine lenders, financial institutions, loan servicers,  more...

Recent Updates to the EPA's Brownfields Program ...rrent status of the Federal Brownfields Program. You will learn about benefits you can obtain under the Federal Brownfields Program, the status of the program and some of the risks to brownfields development resulting from a recent Supreme Court case and environmental risks associated with vapor intrusion. Learning Objectives - You will be able to summarize regulatory updates. - You will be  more...

How to Succeed at Selling to Difficult Customers ...siness elsewhere if you can't acquiesce to their demands. Learn how to pro-actively manage your most difficult customer relationships and turn them into thriving and profitable opportunities. Level the playing field and sell from a position of strength. You'll gain valuable insight on how to create and sell value, understand what really motivates your customers, gain access to the right people,  more...

Workplace Accident Investigations for the HR Professional ...learn how to conduct a workplace accident investigation as well as how to conduct an effective investigation and protect the company's interests. Many written investigative reports are used against the company because they are too conclusory or did not have sufficient information, and should have included certain language for risk management purposes. Learn how a written report may be used  more...

Living With Uniform Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Act (UPMIFA) ...r historical dollar value (so-called 'underwater funds'). Learn how new spending rules requiring application of the seven factors of prudence change the legal landscape for all nonprofit institutions. Learn how to draft around UPMIFA, conform to the new legal requirements and deal with the new and very different auditing requirements for financial statement preparation. Learn how to modify or  more...

Skip Tracing: Three Types of Skips ...ore than the raw mechanics. At this teleconference you'll learn the practical techniques you can use to finally find who you're looking for. You'll get insider secrets from a renowned skip-tracing expert. Discover the no-nonsense tools you need to perform database searches, get valuable information and read a credit application. Become an expert in different kinds of skips - and explore the  more...

Statement of Work (SOW) Contract Fundamentals ...tion and added expense. In this teleconference, you will learn how to write a statement of work that is easy to understand and manage. This means you will learn how to create a statement of work that meets the planning, execution, accounting, auditing and legal needs of your organization, whether you be the buyer or seller. Purchasing managers, material managers, contract administrators,  more...

Strategies for Reducing Unemployment Claims Costs ...laims, thereby reducing your costs. In doing so, you will learn the importance of accurately and persuasively completing the unemployment compensation questionnaire, thorough documentation, the orderly presentation of their side of the story, the selection of effective witnesses and the art of cross-examining the ex-employee and his or her witnesses. This teleconference is critical for you to  more...

Medical Records: Responding to Subpoenas and Investigations ...requirements and HIPAA issues you face every day. You'll learn everything you need to know to deal with the changing legal landscape and avoid putting yourself at risk. Don't miss this opportunity to broaden your knowledge of how to handle medical records properly and protect your company, and how to respond if you are subpoenaed. Medical records directors, health information directors,  more...

S Corporations: How to Avoid Common and Often Overlooked Pitfalls (Simple to Complex) BenefitsAs many practitioners will attest to, there are many pitfalls when S corporations are involved. This teleconference will identify the most common pitfalls, such as not properly maintaining earning accounts, ineligible shareholders, the one class of stock principle, invalid or missing S Corporation elections and built-in gain. You'll not only learn how to identify these pitfalls, but you'll  more...

Implications of the Stimulus Package on HIPAA ...section goes into effect. Attend this teleconference and learn how changes to HIPAA came to pass as well as the details of the changes to HIPAA. You will be able to understand how the changes affect your organization and plan for implementing new requirements. Know how to attain compliance and find out about new penalties and enforcement of HIPAA. Health information managers, business and  more...

IRS Form 5471: Information Return for U.S. Persons With Respect to Certain Foreign Corporations ...at planning audit proof. In this teleconference, you will learn the law behind and the mechanics of how to prepare a Form 5471. New enforcement policies of the IRS with respect to failure to file Forms 5471 will also be addressed. Accountants, tax managers, accounts payable professionals, bookkeepers, CFOs, controllers, enrolled agents, business owners and managers, presidents, vice  more...

Family Limited Partnerships in Estate Planning ... use of these entities. This teleconference will help you learn to identify when the use of this entity for a particular client situation is warranted and what steps to take to maintain or correct an existing family entity to comply with recent changes in the law. This teleconference will also explain the various valuation issues for gift and estate tax purposes, and asset protection benefits  more...

Basics of Reverse Osmosis for Brackish Groundwater Treatment ... well as problems encountered and countermeasures. You'll learn about the use of newer, energy-efficient membranes and how they can improve water quality at lower cost. You will learn about potential pitfalls and get suggestions on how to avoid these problems. This teleconference will also discuss software and guidelines for how to select and employ software both in system design and  more...

Updated Best Practices for Legal Holds In Civil, Criminal & Business Contexts ...anticipation of legal proceedings. Specifically, you will learn how courts and government investigators are interpreting the basic requirement to preserve information in 'reasonable anticipation' of litigation or other formal proceedings. You also will learn how to work with your clients in planning for proceedings that require preservation of documents and electronically stored information.  more...

Reverse Mortgages: A Lender's Perspective ...layers are coming into the market. Don't get left behind. Learn what a reverse mortgage is, what's involved in offering such a product, which reverse mortgage products are currently offered in the market, state and federal requirements, and potential pitfalls. Join Reed Smith attorney Arthur Axelson for an informative discussion on the important issues involved in reverse mortgage lending.  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  more...

Trucking Litigation ...from the truth. Come hear how to negotiate the waters and learn how the myriad of confusing federal and state regulations could torpedo your case. Hear from the former top U.S. D.O.T. trucking lawyer on how to utilize federal and state information to help bolster your case. You will also hear from a veteran trial lawyer on how to prepare your case from start to finish. Hear how new cases and  more...

Internal Controls BenefitsWhether you're part of the Fortune 500 or a small private company, understanding how to develop and implement effective internal controls is critical to your business. In addition to helping you comply with the law, a good system of internal control can dramatically improve your bottom line. In this 90-minute teleconference, you'll learn about basic internal control concepts that will help  more...

15- Minute Expert Adult Patient Assessments: Practical Strategies, Tips, and Updates for Health Care Professionals ...practical strategies and you'll be amazed at what you can learn about a patient in 15 short minutes. 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  more...

Data Mapping and Electronic Information Management (EIM) - Risk Management for Daily Efficiency and Litigation-Preparedness ...intains. 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  more...

The Fundamentals of Estate Planning for Pets ...only will this teleconference give you the opportunity to learn some of the various techniques out there for the care for pets in a client's estate planning documents, but it will give you the opportunity to equip yourself with the knowledge necessary to ask those critical questions that the client may not have otherwise have thought of. Attorneys, estate planners, accountants, presidents,  more...

The Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act: Application to Condominiums and Single Family Homes ... and homesites are trying to back out of their purchases. Learn how to keep your hard-earned 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  more...

Employee Safety and Health Systems: Cutting Injuries Using the Team Approach ...njuries within the first year of implementation. You will learn the importance of managing safety and health with the same emphasis that we manage all other aspects of the business and how to achieve this effort. As an added benefit, you will learn how to maximize OSHA compliance. Human resource directors, safety directors, insurance claims representatives, benefits professionals, risk  more...

Determining the Best Service Delivery Options for Public Works and Utility Projects: In-House or Contract? ...learn principles and techniques for determining when a project or activity is best delivered by in-house staff, through a contract with a neighboring government or a private contractor, or a combined approach with some tasks performed in-house and others by a contractor. The teleconference will present a practical, nuts-and-bolts approach with examples to help you determine how public works  more...

Doing Business with Distressed Vendors and Customers: Strategies to Employ in Workouts, Litigation and Bankruptcy ...ressed suppliers. Attend this teleconference and you will learn to recognize the early warning signs of financial distress, and be armed with strategies that can be employed in consensual workouts with a distressed buyer or supplier under the Uniform Commercial Code and in anticipation of a buyer or supplier's bankruptcy. You will also learn about rights and remedies that may be employed in the  more...

Medicare Secondary Payer Act - Protecting Medicare's Interest in Insurance Settlements ...which the MSP applies in each. Most significantly, you'll learn about workers' compensation settlements, as CMS is most actively monitoring them and has established policies with respect to addressing past and future medical expenses in the settlement of claims. We'll address liability settlements as a hot topic since there is no established CMS guidance as there is in workers' compensation,  more...

Covenants Not to Compete and Trade Secrets ...ditional patent, copyright and trademark concerns. You'll learn about covenants not to compete, nonsolicitation agreements, confidentiality and nondisclosure agreements, trade secret protection and misappropriation, the Uniform Trade Secrets Act and state trade secret statutes, the doctrine of inevitable disclosure, reverse engineering, developing a trade secret protection program, assignments  more...

Nanotech Materials for Sustainable Buildings ...ilding materials and technologies. For instance, you will learn about stronger and lighter nano-steel, translucent nano-concrete, ultra-low-energy nano-lighting, flexible nano-solar panels, insulating nano-glass, waterproof nano-drywall, amazingly durable nano-coatings and paints, dirt-proof nano-enhanced fabrics and furnishings, and more. Illustrated with actual as-built case studies that  more...

Developing a Pay-for-Performance Plan ...d its relationship to the compensation strategy. You will learn about the various performance-based plans that can be developed within base salary and variable pay components, and the design elements that can be included. The importance of a sound performance evaluation process and its correlation to a successful pay-for-performance philosophy will be stressed, and what can be done to improve  more...

Commercial Foreclosure Due Diligence Checklist: What to Do Before, During and After Foreclosure BenefitsWhen a commercial mortgage loan becomes troubled, even before it goes into default, the parties must quickly confront a number of issues. For the lender, it is imperative that it conduct a due diligence review of its file, the loan and the collateral as soon as possible. Should the default not be cured or the parties not be able to restructure the loan, the lender faces the options of  more...

Preparing an Accurate Form 1041 ...m 1041 for probate estates and simple and complex trusts. Learn what is taxable to and deductible by a fiduciary entity. Discover the required allocation rules concerning depreciation and DNI. With the information provided in this teleconference, you'll have the tools you need to prepare an accurate Form 1041. Accountants, attorneys, presidents, vice presidents, controllers, business owners  more...

Online Collection Techniques: Do's and Don'ts ... 'Online Collection Techniques: Do's and Don'ts,' you can learn more about what types of online collection tools are available, how to use them and how not to use them. Learn how the Internet can improve your collections, common mistakes made using online techniques and resources to help you maximize your online collection procedures. Credit and collections managers, attorneys, presidents,  more...

Legal Issues Surrounding the Utilization and Maintenance of Computerized Medical Records ...or physicians and other users of EHR technology. You will learn risk management strategies for structuring successful EHR initiatives, when electronic data preservation measures must be put in place and practical advice regarding anticipated litigation issues. This program is a must in light of the move to universal electronic health care records and the national changes to the rules of  more...

Daubert Motions: Challenging Expert Opinions ...n you need to challenge opposing expert testimony. You'll learn the basic concepts of the law governing admissibility of expert testimony and get practical and concrete advice on how to bring and defend expert witness challenges under Daubert. This teleconference will explore the strategic question of when you should consider challenging expert testimony, as well as the tactical issue of how to  more...

From TV to Twitter: Working With the Media During a Crisis ... critical fundamentals of crisis communications. You will learn the five keys to successful crisis communications, including what you need to do before a crisis strikes, as well as how to conduct effective interviews and news conferences, perform like a pro on television, deliver the perfect sound bite and prevent being misquoted. Public relations directors, information officers, city  more...

Collective Bargaining and Construction Labor Contracts ...ad reached with the union. Many of these contractors soon learn they are bound to the collective bargaining agreements for longer periods of time than expected and that the agreements cover all projects involving work within the union's jurisdiction. As a result, the contractors exposed their businesses to increased labor costs as well as potential liability to the union benefit funds for  more...

How to Legally Handle Travel Pay BenefitsMany companies do not understand how to compensate an employee properly for time spent traveling to destinations other than a regular work site. Many companies send employees to conferences and other work sites using commercial travel and personal vehicles. This teleconference will enable you to understand how and when to compensate an employee for travel time away from a work site. You'll  more...

Handling Your Post-Judgment Files ...cement can be confusing. In this teleconference, you will learn how to assure that your judgment is effective and can be enforced in and out of the jurisdiction where the judgment was entered. You will learn how judgment liens can be secured and enforced for maximum leverage, including registration outside of the jurisdiction. This teleconference will help you identify issues in advance of  more...

Restructuring the Commercial Loan ...nderstand various issues and 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  more...

Completing and Submitting the EEO-1 Report By September 30 ...learn the EEO-1 reporting requirements as well as practical, easy to use approaches to completing and submitting the EEO-1 report by the filing deadline. This engaging teleconference will also explain the EEOC's and 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  more...

Financial Planning After Retirement: Coordinating the Retirement Plan with the Estate Plan ... tax deferral as well as 50 percent excise tax penalties. Learn how to provide the best asset protection and estate planning benefits for large retirement plans so that the valuable 'stretch out' does not become a 'blow out.' Most trusts are inadequately drafted to handle retirement plans, especially in light of the recent changes of the Pension Protection Act. New preparer penalties put an  more...

The Interrelationship Between Social Security Disability, Medicare and Workers' Compensation Settlements ... Medicare and workers' compensation settlements. You will learn the necessary steps to take to minimize the Social Security offset that can occur when a workers' compensation case is settled. The teleconference will also provide a comprehensive analysis of the application of the Medicare Secondary Payer Statute to workers' compensation settlements. Human resource managers, attorneys, benefits  more...

Federal Flood Plain Regulation ...at will initiate these impacts to communities nationwide. Learn about these changes and the impacts on flood plain development before they affect your area. Learning Objectives - You will be able to review mapping procedures. - You will be able to apply insurance cost and availability. - You will be able to give examples of wetlands permitting issues in flood plain areas. - You will be able to  more...

Workers' Compensation Metrics: Assessing and Reporting on the Success of Your Program ... reports to the C-Suite. In this teleconference, you will learn about the key metrics that can be used, where the data for these metrics may be found, sources of benchmarking information and how to most effectively present your success story to executive management. Human resource directors, safety directors, insurance claims representatives, benefits professionals, risk managers,  more...

Current Issues in Right-of-Way: Joint Ventures, Corridors and the Use of Eminent Domain ...t-of-way industry today. In this teleconference, you will learn about both of these issues and how they affect the right-of-way professional. You will also learn about the use of eminent domain to acquire right-of-way from two of the most knowledgeable attorneys in the industry. Learning Objectives - You will be able to discuss joint ventures between public and private entities. - You will be  more...

Medical Records 101: Responding to Requests for Patient Information ...electronic and computerized patient information. You will learn about the legal authority for release of patient information, electronic record pitfalls (including potential corporate liability issues in medical malpractice cases), HIPAA and submission of patient health information to third parties, and heightened privacy protections for special medical information, including mental health,  more...

Due Diligence Considerations for Participation Loans ...riginating lender and the assignee or participant. You'll 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 loan. Attorneys, bankers, mortgage brokers and owners, presidents and vice presidents,  more...

Sale-Leaseback Transactions Today: Monetizing Real Estate Assets ...ment of sale-leaseback transactions and operating leases. Learn about the most common sale leaseback structures that are available, how they work and whether they would be advantageous for your business. Also, for real estate investors (large and small), learn more about the availability of Section 1031 exchange property from companies with sale-leaseback and net-leased property programs.  more...

Cracking Nuts: Locating Hidden and Transferred Assets ...ng the ball! This teleconference is for those who want to learn how to pierce the corporate veil, pursue alter ego corporations, and levy on hidden assets and collect despite fraudulent transfers, elusive debtors, lying corporate officers and shifty owners. Mr. Bailey has successfully used aggressive pre-judgment and post judgment remedies to shut down pump and dump stock fraud, seize money,  more...

Form 709: Gift Tax Fundamentals ...x problems at death. During this teleconference, you will learn when a gift tax return should be filed, what type of gifts need to be reported, what type of information needs to be included to adequately disclose what is reported and the benefits of properly complying with the gift tax laws. By properly reporting gratuitous transfers during life, surprises at death can be avoided. Estate  more...

Building Green Without Losing Green: Managing Risk in Sustainable Design and Construction Contracts ...ion template agreements. In this teleconference, you will learn to identify areas of contractual risk in the green development context. You will also learn how to manage and mitigate emerging risks present in green design and construction contracts. Contractual risk mitigation will be analyzed from the perspective of both the owner/developer and the design/construction professional. This  more...

Lawful Hiring ...uce the risk of government investigations and litigation. Learn how to avoid pitfalls when running ads and asking interview questions, and what to include and review regarding applications, including how to handle criminal convictions. Learn about the use of background checks and the requirements of the FCRA, pre-employment drug testing and more ways to ensure you comply with the laws when  more...

Dress Code Liabilities ...learn how to deal with complicated and sensitive issues involving how employees dress, the number and type of jewelry worn by employees, and the number and type of tattoos visible on employees while at work. This teleconference will explore the pros and cons of different options in written policies and discuss different approaches in dealing with these types of situations. The teleconference  more...

Minimize Risk with Legal Case, Matter and Practice Management Systems BenefitsCase, matter, and practice management systems and processes will help your practice become more efficient and effective in all aspects of operating your practice and addressing the needs of clients. Whether you are a litigator or a transactional attorney, in private practice or in a legal department, this seminar will focus on the functions and advantages of case, matter, and practice  more...

Promoting Wellness and Recovery of People With Mental Illness Through Strengths-Based, Person-Centered Practice ...ssment and personal wellness/recovery plan. You will also learn of several innovative initiatives and creative ideas that you may begin to utilize in your practice. Learning Objectives - You will be able to define the purpose of working with people with mental illness. - You will be able to identify three critical concepts in strengths perspective. - You will be able to describe the six  more...

Cash Is King: Effective Cash Flow Management BenefitsA balance sheet is often described as a snapshot of your financial situation at a single point in time. (Think of it as the balance in your personal checking account.) An income statement summarizes revenue, expenses and net income for the entire year or other period of time. Both of these financial statements are important tools to measure the success of your business but do little to  more...

Current Issues in Attributional and Agency Nexus ...x obligations despite a lack of direct physical presence. Learn how a related company can create nexus and understand the do's and don'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  more...

Making Revisions to Closed Medical Records ...edures for revising closed medical records. You will also learn about issues pertaining to electronic records and revisions, including the HIPAA Security Rule and recent amendments in the 2009 stimulus package, regional health information organizations, and other health information communication and storage portals. Medical records directors, health information directors, coders, business  more...

Successful Strategies for Shortening the Sales Cycle BenefitsIf we could take more control and shorten the sales cycle, we would earn more money, sell more and make our companies more profitable. In this teleconference, you will learn how to analyze your sales process and actively engage the prospect with each and every contact.  more...

Purchasing Law: Breach, Repudiation and Excuse ... that may be available under the Uniform Commercial Code. Learn about the important notifications you need to make when the goods arrive but are defective, or when you learn the goods don't work after you accept delivery. Learn about when you have the right to terminate an agreement purchase replacement goods from another source and whether your supplier must compensate you for additional costs  more...

Metadata Scrubbing and Mining - Legal, Ethical and Practical Implications ...tible to breach of confidentiality and malpractice traps. Learn how you can protect your clients - and your law firm or law department. Avoid the metadata fates that befell the U.N. Secretary General, the British Prime Minister, the Federal Trade Commission, the Social Security Administration, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, the N.D. Cal. U.S. Attorney's Office  more...

Pervious Concrete - The Pavement That Drinks! ... years of service 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  more...

5 Principles for Successful Design-Build Projects ...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. Learning  more...

Using Green Strategies for Your Business to Increase Your Profits BenefitsEven though times are tough, companies with green products and services are weathering the storm better, and are better positioned for the future. CEO's of many of the largest corporations say sustainability is just as relevant during this economic crisis, if not more so (source: World Business Council on Sustainable Development). Obama's Stimulus Plan is focused on green jobs and  more...

New Regulations for the Credit Card Industry: Prepare Now and Avoid Penalties ...or card issuers that violate these new restrictions. To learn how you can prepare your organization for this new legislation, join our panel of experts for this teleconference. Mr. Richard L. Fischer and Ms. Obrea Poindexter will provide an analysis of what to expect and what you need to be doing now to prepare. Attorneys, presidents, vice presidents, branch managers, loan officers, loan  more...

Achieving Clarity and Value From Nonprofit Financial Reporting, Ratio Analysis and Benchmarking ...learn the strategies necessary and appropriate for improving financial reporting and ratio analysis. You will be able to develop an action plan for your organization to improve the clarity and substance of its financial reporting. Using ratio analysis, unit cost and benchmarking techniques, you will improve the clarity and understanding of your financial reports. You will learn the importance  more...

How Letters of Credit Work and Why Sometimes They Don't BenefitsThis teleconference will walk you through the steps in the life of a letter of credit, identifying pitfalls along the way. The teleconference will review and illustrate fundamental principles using real-life examples. Our presenter will explain how these principles apply to both commercial and standby letters of credit and how these two types differ. In particular, you'll learn why letters  more...

Surface Parking Lots Development and Design ...chitects, engineers, developers and contractors. You will learn how to acquire a potential property, how to design and maintain surface parking lots. This teleconference will not only devote time to surface features, such as pavements, drainage and striping, it will also discuss the importance of paying attention to soil preparation and pavement foundation. Learning Objectives - You will be  more...

Managing Employees' Pre-Existing Conditions: Strategies for Reducing Injury Losses ...learn the fundamentals of managing employees with pre-existing health conditions. In addition to an understanding of the interplay between federal laws prohibiting discrimination against health conditions and state workers' compensation laws, you will learn the nuances of distinguishing between pre-existing conditions and new work-related injuries. Learn resources and strategies for managing  more...

Paid Sick Leave Update: Policies and Procedures in an Evolving Workplace nMany employers voluntarily provide their employees with paid sick leave. Increasingly, however, states and localities are dictating that employers allow employees to use these voluntarily-provided paid sick leave benefits for reasons beyond those covered by the employer's program. In some cases, states and localities have begun to mandate that employers provide employees with a minimum paid sick  more...

Construction Contract Accounting: A Three-Dimensional Look at the Numbers ...s of accounting - financial, tax and internal/management. Learn how to combine the different methods to get a three-dimensional view of your construction business and improve your financial condition. n nLearning Objectives n- You will be able to identify 3P and 3D. n- You will be able to generate accurate accounting to third-parties. n- You will be able to identify contract costs. n- You will  more...

Understanding the Role and Powers of the Trust Protector nThink of how far society and trusts have evolved in just the last 100 years. How can we anticipate what changes lie ahead of us from both a tax and nontax perspective? Is the movement towards 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  more...

Tax Implications of Generation-Skipping Techniques - Planning to Minimize the Generation-Skipping Transfer (GST) Tax ...learn 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...

Utilizing Settlement and Severance Packages Properly nFor HR professionals and CFOs, this teleconference is a must. As companies face ongoing reductions in force, mass layoffs and performance-based terminations, this teleconference will tell you what you need to do in planning terminations both as reductions in force and other terminations. You will learn how to decide the appropriate severance and what should be contained in the severance agreement  more...

Writing an Employee Handbook nAre you overwhelmed with the task of revising your existing employee handbook or of preparing a new employee handbook? Are you unclear about what types of employment policies are required by federal law? Stop worrying and attend this teleconference. You will learn which policies are required by law and what employment laws apply to employee handbooks. Take the first step to creating your employee  more...

Finding, Qualifying & Closing Sales Leads nIt's getting harder and harder to find new prospects. Once you find them you may think you have a hot one, and suddenly the sale slips through your fingers. There is nothing more frustrating for professional sales people than to spin their wheels with unqualified leads. In this fast paced teleconference learn how to identify good leads, qualify those leads to find the top prospects and then use  more...

Developing an Effective Property Management Plan nThe world of real estate and finance has changed dramatically. Are you interested in making more money? Having more free time? Living life with less stress? If you are a professional HOA property or community manager, or if you are thinking of becoming a HOA property manager, you will want to know what's new in property management. Become acquainted with the newest technology and how you can  more...

Escrow Basics: The Keys to Successful Real Property Closings ... make it a successful, memorable and pleasant experience. Learn what escrow is, its role and the closing process. Both loan and sale escrow transaction are covered with emphasis on our current economy's most common escrows (REOs, bank owned and short sales) and how they compare to the traditional seller/buyer escrows. RESPA guidelines and pitfalls will be addressed. Wrapping this all together  more...

Drafting Trusts in Estate Planning ...nd out how to avoid probate, especially lifetime probate. Learn about the flexibility that our estate and gift tax laws provide, if only the taxpayer plans ahead. Acquire tools to prevent children's spouses and the surviving spouse's new spouse from obtaining legal rights to clients' family money. Help clients protect their beneficiaries' shares of family wealth from creditors. Learn how to use  more...

Presenteeism: Measurement and Intervention Issues for Employers and Health Plans nProductivity is fast becoming an even more vital issue to the business world. Presenteeism, or work loss due to underlying health conditions when individuals remain at work, is one important facet of productivity. One study found that approximately 6 percent of a global company's total compensation (salaries, wages and all benefit costs) were lost due to presenteeism. Work site wellness programs  more...

7 Questions to Ask When Establishing Cause for Disciplining and Terminating Employees nThis teleconference will focus on understanding and implementing a simple, yet comprehensive approach to investigating and documenting potential disciplinary and termination actions. You will learn seven questions to establish cause for discipline or termination, as well as why proper investigation and documentation minimizes potential for the filing of discrimination claims, decreases settlement  more...

2009 Updates to the International Residential Codes nSignificant changes to the 2009 International Residential Code lie ahead for many in the construction industry. Some of the changes will be controversial as jurisdictions will have to choose whether or not to adopt the new codes, such as residential fire code provisions, as system manufacturers and installers work to keep up with the mandates. Some professionals view the changes as unnecessary,  more...

Labor Law Update: Preparing for Upcoming Regulations ...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, background checks and reference  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...

The New HIPAA Special Enrollment Rules and Related Disclosure Issues ... requirements. By attending this teleconference, you will learn what the new special enrollment rules are, what plans they apply to, and what you need to do to comply with these rules and when. This teleconference will also discuss the attendant notice and administrative requirements associated with these rules. This information will help you avoid costly civil penalties and potential excise  more...

Construction Delays Caused by Permitting nConstruction delays caused by delays in obtaining permits can result in significant costs to all parties involved in a project. It is essential for you to know how to avoid permitting delays and how to address them when they arise. This teleconference will address how to use contract language to minimize and allocate the risks associated with permitting delays. In addition, it will address  more...

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

Preparing for and Properly Reacting To Legal and Illegal Drug and Alcohol Use in the Workplace ...ce decisions relating to drugs and alcohol. You will also learn how to develop appropriate policies that can be tailored to particular workplaces, train managers on their role in the process, and properly document suspected employee drug and alcohol abuse and employee discipline. Finally the teleconference will also review important issues relating to liability, including dealing with the  more...

Understand and Interpret Financial Statements ... read and interpret financial statements. First, you will learn what the major financial statements - the balance sheet, income statement and cash flow statement - tell you about an organization and how they tie together. You will examine the concepts behind the major sections in the financial statements, such as current versus long-term, cost versus expense, etc. This teleconference will also  more...

Form 706: Estate Tax Return Fundamentals nAmericans have been able to accumulate wealth. It is estimated more than $10 trillion dollars in wealth will be transferred over the next 15 years. If a person has been fortunate to amass significant wealth, the government imposes a tax when the person transfers their wealth at death. In 2009, if a person's gross estate plus adjusted taxable gifts equals or exceeds $3.5 million in value, a Form  more...

Mitigating the Impact of Construction Projects: Hurdles to Project Success ...impacts to a level where they are acceptable. You'll also learn about planning and logistics for prevention and proactive mitigation of impacts as well as accountability on the project after the contractor has broken ground. This teleconference is critical for owners, contractors, subcontractors and designers who wish to minimize project risks, reduce project costs and delays, and eliminate  more...

Paycheck Calculation Basics ... taxes or for those who need a refresher course. You will learn tips on how and why to determine if the worker is exempt or nonexempt. We will cover the calculation of and the maximum deductions for Social Security and Medicare taxes in 2009. n nThere are multiple methods of calculating federal withholding, which one should you use? How does an employee's W-4 affect their paycheck? Also, when  more...

Keys to Understanding Land Records ... and discuss title search procedures. In addition, you'll learn about the recording system, property descriptions, the chain of title, off-record interests, rights and claims, and what resources are available to the purchaser and lender concerning minimizing risks associated with the title. n nLearning Objectives n- You will be able to learn available sources of land records information. n- You  more...

Workplace Flexibility: Innovative Strategies for an Evolving Workforce nOver the last three decades, the needs of the American workforce have changed dramatically. In response, many businesses have turned to workplace flexibility in order to recruit and retain the best workers, boost productivity and increase their competitive advantage. At the same time, policymakers in Washington have been exploring various approaches for increasing access to workplace flexibility  more...

Roundabouts: Planning, Design Principles and Current Practices ...ter understand modern roundabouts and their installation, learn specific design skills and current practices, and apply roundabout design principles to projects in your region. This teleconference will emphasize both basic and advanced roundabout principles to assist you with proper roundabout implementation for better public acceptance, smoother roundabout operations, increased capacity and  more...

Purchasing Contract Disputes ...es that arise in any business relationship. You will also learn about the process of moving from negotiation of business disputes to maintaining and successfully asserting your legal remedies under a purchasing contract. The teleconference will deal with practical issues such as business continuity and contingency planning, as well as the legal requirements for establishing and successfully  more...

Commercial Lease Negotiations and Due Diligence nIn this informative teleconference, our speaker will take the key lease provisions and go back to the basics with respect to commercial leases. This program is ideal for beginners and experts alike, since each provision will start at the simplest level and go to the most sophisticated level. You'll learn about the critical due diligence issues and developments that impact you, whether you work on  more...

401(k) Plan Costs Including Recent Update on Supreme Court Rule LaRue v. DeWolff, Boberg & Associates Inc. ...s and expenses, and the new class action lawsuits. You'll learn about the issues facing 401(k) sponsors and everyone involved in a clear, easy-to-understand format to permit sponsors to better provide these benefits and preserve and protect the company. We will cover the basics of the federal law's rules in easy-to-grasp language and practice applying those rules by examining actual and  more...

Commercial Leases: A Discussion of Legal, Negotiating and Drafting Considerations For Build-Out, Operating Expense, Tax and Othe ...learn the types of expenses commercial tenants should expect to incur and how to appropriately attempt to limit such expenses. By limiting expenses, you'll go a long way toward protecting the tenants you represent against unforeseen leasing costs. Such expenses include the cost of improving the premises, operating cost pass-throughs, real estate taxes, extra and excluded services, utilities,  more...

Criminal Liabilities Under HIPAA-Who Knew You Could Go to Prison? ...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! Health plans, health care clearinghouses, health care providers and Medicare prescription drug card sponsors may be prosecuted criminally for HIPAA violations. n nWith ID theft on the rise, prosecutors are becoming more  more...

Current Trends in Green Lending ...Learn an exciting new business opportunity while aiding the environment. Green lending, also known as Energy Efficient Mortgages, have been around for more than decade but have been seldom used. With the growing concerns over the nation's addiction to imported oil and climate change there is a new push to create a greater market demand for this feature. This teleconference will help you poise  more...

Investing IRAs and Qualified Plan Rollovers in Real Estate, Franchises, Start-Ups and Other Private Investments - Techniques and nA growing number of IRA owners and recipients of qualified plan rollovers have sought to take control of their own investments by investing directly in real estate and small businesses that they may intend to manage or otherwise be personally involved in. This trend has accelerated in recent years as syndicators, entrepreneurs, private fund managers and franchisors have come to view IRAs and  more...

Recent Developments With Loan Syndications nAttend this teleconference and stay abreast of the 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  more...

Problems and Risks Associated With Green Construction ...akes on a greenish hue. From this teleconference you will learn risk considerations unique to green design and construction; failure modes that are more likely to be encountered; the steps to identify and help to avoid project failures that will impact the green qualification of the development; how the design process can help to avoid those failures; the necessity of communication among all  more...

On-Site Power Generation: Challenges, Opportunities and New Developments ...ed in a tiered approach over the next few years. You will learn how to navigate these complex requirements and in some cases how to avoid them through project planning. n nThe U.S. Department of Energy has been charged with orchestrating the wholesale modernization of our nation's electrical grid -while it is running full-tilt. You will learn about this important initiative from a national  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...

Using Medical Certifications to Minimize Employer Liability: FMLA, ADA and Workers' Comp nSince the Americans with Disabilities Act was passed in 1990, proactive and proper use of medical certifications has proven to be a valuable tool to protect employers from liability under the ADA, the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1994, and state workers' compensation statutes. But the legal landscape for managing employee health issues has had many changes in recent months. Amendments to the  more...

Detention Pond Design: Water Storage Solutions ...learn design tips for both dry and wet storm water management ponds. You will understand the relationship between variables in hydrologic and hydraulic runoff models and their impact on pond design. You will learn about the impact of USEPA Phase II storm water regulation. n nLearning objectives: n- The attendee will be able to differentiate wet vs. dry ponds. n- The attendee will be able to  more...

Estate Planning for Vacation Homes nSummer and holiday gatherings at the family vacation home have become important traditions for many families. Providing a place where family members can relax, reconnect and escape the busy pace of life is increasingly significant to many families. Parents want to perpetuate these cherished memories and experiences throughout the generations. To do so requires careful, thoughtful planning by both  more...

Preparing a Winning Closing Argument ...s of defeat by making a killer closing argument. You will learn why closings matter, what arguments are radioactive, and what arguments are so powerful they are grounds for a mistrial (and why you should make them anyway). This teleconference will conclude with three examples of great closings from acknowledged masters of the art, and you will learn precisely what made these arguments so  more...

Payroll Recordkeeping: What You Need to Know ...out more than $1 billion annually to resolve FLSA claims! Learn the role of the FLSA and its requirements as to the records to be kept by the employer regarding wages, hours and other items, as specified in the Department of Labor recordkeeping regulations. Discover what is required for both exempt and nonexempt employees, including how long the records must be maintained. Home-workers,  more...

Internet Research for Legal Professionals nThe Internet is a resource for a vast array of legal materials. However, not all legal resources available on the Internet represent authoritative or relevant information to the legal researcher. Legal websites organize information in different ways; documents appear in a variety of file formats; and search engines may or may not index legal materials in concert with the legal researcher's  more...

Intermittent Leave Under FMLA ...aken on an intermittent or reduced-schedule basis. You'll learn the basics of intermittent and reduced-schedule leave, including the circumstances under which such leave must be made available to employees and how you should track these leaves. The teleconference will also address notice and certification issues as they specifically relate to intermittent and reduced schedule FMLA leave.  more...

Challenges and Contractual Issues With Sub-Subcontractors ...ed for the bid process and for contract formation. You'll learn how to diagnose areas of subcontract language that most often lead to costly dispute resolution for the parties. The teleconference will also aid subcontractors in countering a general contractor's attempts to shift any and all risks associated with a subcontract to the subcontractor. This program is critical for subcontractors,  more...

Reclamation and Rehabilitation of Vacant Properties ...er preferences. To deliver what people want, it's time to learn more about urban community building techniques. These can be applied across the transect from villages, suburbs and cities. Building community will be closely tied to building real estate value. This teleconference will help you prepare for making money as the real estate market begins to recover. n nLearning Objectives n- You will  more...

Obtaining and Sustaining a Tax-Exempt Status nIn today's environment, the pressure on tax-exempt organizations to comply with the tax rules is greater than ever. In this teleconference, you'll learn the difference between nonprofit and tax-exempt organizations, how an organization qualifies for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, how to distinguish between private foundation and public charities, how to understand the benefits of public charity  more...

Employee Discipline for Conduct Outside of Work ...learn the legal rights and responsibilities of employers in disciplining employees for conduct outside of work. You'll hear about recent legislation and court cases involving some of the hottest topics in employment law, including employee discipline for blogging, web-based "employer trashing," workplace dating and extramarital affairs, and physical appearance such as weight, tattoos and body  more...

Electronic Record Retention: Mistakes HR Professionals Can Avoid ...Learn the facts and get advice on cutting your dependence on paper records. According to the Association of Information and Image Management, more than half of organizations that attempt to implement paperless records management systems fail. Don't be one of them. This teleconference will help HR managers and anyone attempting to implement paperless records management to go paperless  more...

Real Estate Income Tax Issues ...le to partnerships and LLCs holding real property. You'll learn about capital gains strategies, like-kind exchanges, tenancies in common, how to structure transactions when some partners want cash and others want tax deferral, and recent regulations, all within the context of current real estate investment and disposition transactions. Attend this 90-minute teleconference and stay apprised of  more...

Pitfalls with Lean Implementation nAre you (or about to be) in the 90% lean failure group? In implementing lean, the cards are stacked against your success. The sad truth is this: eight or nine organizations of 10 who embark on implementing an improvement initiative like lean, Six Sigma or Lean Six Sigma FAIL to get the benefits they should. This wastes time and money, and disenfranchises the workforce. In extreme cases, it can  more...

Fitness for Duty Psychological Evaluations ...the psychologist or psychiatrist to answer. You will also learn about evaluating doctors' credentials, experience and forensic experience, as well as the important differences between evaluations completed for forensic (as opposed to treatment) purposes. Our experienced professional will present a thorough examination protocol that will include an extended clinical interview, objective  more...

Medical Privacy Rights of Minors ... or guardian to oversee the medical care provided. You'll learn about the requirements of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 and related regulations, as well as common state statutory and regulatory schemes to deal with parental rights and responsibilities. The teleconference will also offer you some advice, tips and sample forms for medical providers to manage the  more...

Effective Job Cost Reports in Construction Project Management nIn today's fast-paced and complex construction environment, construction industry professionals require immediate access to timely and accurate information. One of the most important management tools available to project teams is the job cost report. Properly designed and used, the JCR can be a powerful document that provides an up-to-date snapshot of the project status that also highlights  more...

Answers to Top 10 Common Payroll Questions ...ns and costly settlements. Employers are often shocked to learn that their payroll practices, which may be entirely compliant under federal regulations, do not comply with differing state laws and regulations. Register for this teleconference and learn how to prevent 10 common payroll-related mistakes that employers face, such as proper pay statements, how to correctly calculate pay and  more...

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

IRA Rollovers and Transfers: Common Portability and Processing Concerns nThis teleconference is specially designed for those who advise their clients on IRAs. We'll focus on the options available both to IRA owners and their beneficiaries when it comes to transferring an IRA. You'll find out how an IRA owner can obtain relief for missing the 60-day rollover deadline and learn about the permissible ways a spouse and nonspouse beneficiary can set up an inherited  more...

Defining Electronic Data Terminology and Concepts nElectronic 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. Attend this session and learn how to determine what is "electronically stored information" and proven methods for litigation readiness in the e-discovery era.  more...

Aging Building Management: Best Practices in Development Long-Term Capital Plans ...tiatives. n nRegister for this teleconference and you'll learn about a best practice process for developing a long-term capital plan from requirements gathering and long-term planning to capital budget creation and spending management. n nLearning Objectives n- You will be able to analyze the facility data. n- You will be able to define capital projects and plans. n- You will be able to  more...

Estate and Gift Tax Audits ...ated to the subject of estate and gift tax return audits. Learn about the characteristics that trigger audits and why some estate and gift tax returns are more likely to be the focus of an internal revenue service examination. There will also be a discussion of how you can expect the IRS to approach and conduct the audit. The final section of the teleconference will be devoted to how you should  more...

Internet Techniques for Locating Lost Relatives ...es of clients or patients. Attend this teleconference and learn the methodology, strategies and techniques that can lead to successfully locating the lost relative. Each search is unique. One always begins by establishing the goal - who needs to be located; determining what is known - the identifiers; and creating a basic research plan. There are many online resources, public and private, that  more...

Construction Project Closeout: Is Your Customer Satisfied? ...- register for this thorough teleconference today. You'll learn the proactive strategies you need to make sure project closeout goes smoothly and you're not spending the final days dealing with claims and complaints. n nOur expert will give you tips on establishing a bulletproof closeout checklist, handling move coordination and dealing with owner training - all the skills you'll want to have  more...

Effective Contract Negotiations: The Fusion of Law, Relationships and Project Expectations ...gotiations and references to additional resources. You'll learn about the role of boilerplate terms and conditions and related purchasing law, as well as contract approaches to significant project risk issues: scope, schedule, price and the author's other "big three." What do you think those are? The teleconference will identify approaches to the thorny issues of indemnification and liability  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...