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ITIl V3 SOATraining In Bangalore Contact Service Desk1800-200-2003 ...2:- Grab the opportunity this year if you wish to do any other training programme with QLogy with the OFFER 2012. Below are the highlights of this offer Ongoing Discount Ongoing Discounts from Rs 1000 to Rs 8000 on various training offerings. Group Discount QLogy Believes in - a Bigger the Group Better the Discountsa Group discounts starting from Rs 500 / Candidate to Rs 7500 /  more...

First Company in India to Deliver all ITIL V3 Intermediate Module Training QLogy 1800-200-200-3 ...tools for Service Management, Project Management, CRM and other important processes for an organization. QLogy takes pleasure to announce next ITIL V3 a Operation Support and Analysisa - Intermediate Module Training Programme @ Delhi. Please find below the details of the programme:- Training Name ITIL V3 a OSAa Training Location Delhi Training Timing 8: 30 AM to 6: 30 PM  more...

Conducting Successful HR Audits ...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, mismanaged and unlawful employment practices become more obvious, organizations are increasingly turning to HR audits to help them align human resource management with business objectives, to measure  more...

Wellness Programs: Rewards, Penalties, Legal Risks, and Legal Developments ...anagement protocols or choose to live healthy lifestyles. Other employers are imposing penalties on employees who smoke or refuse to participate in wellness initiatives. This live audio conference reviews the legal developments and requirements of wellness programs, including the design and taxation of incentives, laws that prohibit discrimination based on health factors, and exceptions for  more...

Intentionally Defective Grantor Trusts BenefitsYou will receive an intense practical analysis of intentionally defective grantor trusts - an often overlooked estate planning tool. Emphasis will be placed on the practical how-to-do-it instruction as opposed to a recitation of case law in the area. The speaker will concentrate on when to use this technique, how to design these trusts, and their place in comparison to other estate  more...

Drafting The Flawless Easement ...d uses cannot be anticipated. However, most conflicts and other problems can be prevented by anticipating the necessary scope of the easement and giving attention to the detail necessary to prepare flawless easement documents. This live audio conference will help lawyers and industry personnel who deal with easements to better understand the principles applicable to drafting and preparation of  more...

Boilerplate Contract Terms: Yes, They Really Matter BenefitsThis live audio conference will address the parts of a contract that often go overlooked and underappreciated: the boilerplate terms, the provisions toward the end of the contract that are often left to the lawyers, that are not heavily negotiated, but that matter most when things go wrong. The program will also discuss damages and warranty provisions, choice of law and forum clauses,  more...

Payroll Recordkeeping: What You Need to Know ...rds 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, employees working under certain specified pay arrangements, employees to whom lodging or other facilities are furnished and  more...

Understanding the GAAP Codification Update ...nce issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission, all other literature will be nonauthoritative. Preparers and auditors of financial reports must be aware of and prepared for the transition to the new codification. This live audio conference will give you the knowledge and skills needed to thoroughly understand and confidently navigate and conduct research using the new FASB Accounting  more...

Fair Housing Act Design and Construction Requirements BenefitsThis live audio conference will provide an overview of the design and construction requirements of the Fair Housing Act. We will focus on specific building types that are required to comply, safe harbors and practical application of the design and construction requirements. The presenters have worked with residential builders across the country providing plan and construction reviews. In  more...

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

Common Injuries in Workers' Compensation ...m slip and fall claims to back injuries from lifting, and other traumatic events will be discussed, as well as some of the strategies that employers use to prevent workplace injuries from occurring and provide cost effective ideas that can be implemented to track injuries and train employees. Mr. Valente will outline ways to control common workplace injuries after they occur; drawing on his  more...

Common Injuries in Workers' Compensation ...m slip and fall claims to back injuries from lifting, and other traumatic events will be discussed, as well as some of the strategies that employers use to prevent workplace injuries from occurring and provide cost effective ideas that can be implemented to track injuries and train employees. Mr. Valente will outline ways to control common workplace injuries after they occur; drawing on his  more...

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

How to Use Facebook as an Effective Sales Tool BenefitsCold calling is becoming less and less effective. It has become harder than ever to reach potential customers using traditional means of communication. Phone calls are guarded by caller ID, voice mail and gatekeepers that are reluctant to allow sales related calls through to buyers and emails quickly find their way to a trash folder. With over 800 million active users Facebook is quickly  more...

How to Use Facebook as an Effective Sales Tool BenefitsCold calling is becoming less and less effective. It has become harder than ever to reach potential customers using traditional means of communication. Phone calls are guarded by caller ID, voice mail and gatekeepers that are reluctant to allow sales related calls through to buyers and emails quickly find their way to a trash folder. With over 800 million active users Facebook is quickly  more...

Voyage to Discovery: Using Interview and Witness Behavioral Analysis ...rrogations, depositions, assessments, trail testimony and other forms of information gathering. This audio conference also offers the benefit of recent research in nonverbal behavioral cues used in investigative interviewing. You will find your interviewing skills enhanced and will also find that you are able to conduct witness behavioral analyses more efficiently and effectively. This live  more...

Voyage to Discovery: Using Interview and Witness Behavioral Analysis ...rrogations, depositions, assessments, trail testimony and other forms of information gathering. This audio conference also offers the benefit of recent research in nonverbal behavioral cues used in investigative interviewing. You will find your interviewing skills enhanced and will also find that you are able to conduct witness behavioral analyses more efficiently and effectively. This live  more...

Medicare Secondary Payer Act: Protecting Medicare's Interest In Insurance Settlements BenefitsPursuant to 42 USC Section 1395y(b)(2), commonly known as the Medicare Secondary Payer Act, Medicare may not make payment for medical benefits where payment has been made or can reasonably be expected to be made under a workers' compensation law or plan of the United States or a state, or under an automobile or liability insurance policy or plan (including a self-insured plan), or under no  more...

Construction Documentation: Preparing Effective Job Records BenefitsAlthough the term 'papering the file' is often associated with increased documentation efforts in preparation for litigation after a job has gone bad, it shouldn't be. Effective communication and accurate recordation of those communications can keep the parties - and the project - on course and out of litigation. Should an irreconcilable dispute nevertheless arise, thorough project  more...

Using Social Media in Banking ...consumers have congregated to social networks, blogs, and other social media platforms. The widespread use of social media has resulted in structural changes in commerce, politics, and now, banking. Banks are being forced to adapt to changes created by social media. Specifically, banks must consider the implementation of social media in order to meet the needs of consumers. However, due to  more...

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

Tax Implications for Foreign Operations ...tions, and an understanding of the ongoing disclosure and other requirements they entail is essential to avoiding difficulties down the road. This live audio conference will provide participants an overview of the issues (and highlight some potential pitfalls) attendant to establishing foreign operations, repatriating their earnings and keeping compliant with U.S. disclosure requirements. This  more...

Tax Implications for Foreign Operations ...tions, and an understanding of the ongoing disclosure and other requirements they entail is essential to avoiding difficulties down the road. This live audio conference will provide participants an overview of the issues (and highlight some potential pitfalls) attendant to establishing foreign operations, repatriating their earnings and keeping compliant with U.S. disclosure requirements. This  more...

Best Practices in Networking and Referral Generation BenefitsReal estate is a relationship business. Without developing techniques to foster long-term business relationships, you cannot succeed in the new age of global competition. Studies conclude that effective networking both face-to-face or via the Internet is not easy even for the seasoned professional. This live audio conference will help you learn the strategies to guide you through the  more...

Best Practices in Networking and Referral Generation BenefitsReal estate is a relationship business. Without developing techniques to foster long-term business relationships, you cannot succeed in the new age of global competition. Studies conclude that effective networking both face-to-face or via the Internet is not easy even for the seasoned professional. This live audio conference will help you learn the strategies to guide you through the  more...

Domestic Asset Protection Trusts: Fundamentals and New Approaches ...and the reasons why one state law may be preferred over another. There will also be a discussion of the most recent applications involving trusts for protection and other uses. Examples include the use of a DAPT as a completed gift trust under the current income, gift, estate and generation-skipping transfer tax rules, ILITs with broader flexibility and benefits, and beneficiary favored trusts.  more...

Domestic Asset Protection Trusts: Fundamentals and New Approaches ...and the reasons why one state law may be preferred over another. There will also be a discussion of the most recent applications involving trusts for protection and other uses. Examples include the use of a DAPT as a completed gift trust under the current income, gift, estate and generation-skipping transfer tax rules, ILITs with broader flexibility and benefits, and beneficiary favored trusts.  more...

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

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

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

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

Insurance Coverage Disputes and Construction Defects BenefitsThis live audio conference has been prepared by two nationally recognized experts in construction law and insurance coverage. You will gain knowledge and insight based on practical experience of handling both the construction and insurance components of construction defect claims of all sizes, and implicating all types of insurance coverage, both first and third-party. Receive updates on  more...

Insurance Coverage Disputes and Construction Defects BenefitsThis live audio conference has been prepared by two nationally recognized experts in construction law and insurance coverage. You will gain knowledge and insight based on practical experience of handling both the construction and insurance components of construction defect claims of all sizes, and implicating all types of insurance coverage, both first and third-party. Receive updates on  more...

Taxation and Accounting Conflicts of Interest ...fessional conduct of accountants. An accountant's firm or other employer may have rules regarding conflict of interest. Different rules may govern different services offered by accountants (such as audit, tax, and nonattest services) whether in public accounting, in government, or in a business or a not-for-profit organization. This live audio conference provides critical knowledge necessary  more...

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

Protecting Attorney Work Product in Communications With Experts Under the Amended Federal Rules ...n lawyers and experts and drafts of expert reports, among other areas. This live audio conference also will discuss whether the new rules, as intended, will allow parties and lawyers to dispense with the process of employing consulting experts to shield confidential information from discovery. Hear the new do's and don'ts in safeguarding attorney work product when dealing with testifying and  more...

Ethics for Paralegals BenefitsThe responsibilities and professional obligations of paralegals are impacted by various ethical considerations and rules. Since paralegals face the same ethical issues that attorneys encounter, paralegals should have an understanding of the appropriate, professional and ethical requirements of attorneys. The more paralegals know about the ethical responsibilities of attorneys, the more  more...

Implications of Medical Marijuana in the Workplace ...ork through the thorny issues in hiring, disciplining and other employment related matters within your organization. This program will also help you draft new policies or revise existing policies incorporating the requirements of their state medical marijuana law. Failing to have proper policies or to understand the interplay between state medical marijuana laws and other state and federal  more...

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

Collaborative Delivery Method Fundamentals ... delivery methods. - You will be able to identify IPD and other collaborative project delivery approaches. - You will be able to discuss collaborating without a multi-party contract. - You will be able to explain which practices are emerging as 'best'. This live audio conference is designed for construction and project managers, engineers, presidents, vice presidents, building owners and  more...

Tips and Techniques for Writing Effective Legal Briefs Benefits Effective writing is one of the most important tools in the legal trade. No matter the strength of your case or your knowledge of the facts and the law, your ability to communicate concisely and powerfully is crucial to your success. With a particular focus on writing legal briefs, this live audio conference will show you how to focus your writing to a specific audience; streamline and  more...

Service Level Fundamentals: Maximizing Business Value BenefitsService levels provide targeted, effective incentives to cause service providers to achieve their customers' desired business outcomes. However, too often customers discover that those service levels are being achieved with reports showing 'green' while the service itself feels 'red.' In these situations, customers often find that those service levels: measure the wrong aspects of the  more...

Powers of Attorney: Medical Records Release Concerns ...ould be disclosed. Additional discussions will be held on other issues surrounding access to patient health information such as health care proxies and subpoenas. You need to understand the nuances of patient information requests and the authority you can rely on when turning over patient health information. This live audio conference is designed for medical records directors, health  more...

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

FLSA New Fluctuating Workweek Regulatory Guidance ...erandi, the DOL recently concluded rulemaking that, among other things, discussed 'fluctuating workweek' methodology for calculating overtime under the FLSA. Of particular concern to employers, the DOL in its regulatory preamble stated that the payment of bonuses, shift differentials, and certain other forms of premium pay are inconsistent with and can invalidate an employer's use of  more...

Building Effective Sales Relationships BenefitsWhat makes for a good sales relationship? Is it just making 'the sale'? Is there more? As a sales person there are usually four steps in the relationship and each of these stages gives the seller deeper insight into the mind of the buyer. It is vital that in today's highly competitive world of sales, that the representative be prepared with as much ammunition as possible. This is not to  more...

Section 199 Deduction for Qualified Construction Activities Income BenefitsAs IRC 199 was billed as a manufacturing incentive, most people associate the IRC 199 domestic production deduction with manufacturing activities. However, the deduction, by its own terms, expressly applies to the construction and real estate development industries. As the phase-in of the deduction became complete in tax years beginning in 2010, construction contractors may be eligible for  more...

Writing Real Estate Descriptions That Sell BenefitsThe real estate industry has changed significantly in the last 20 years, especially with the use of internet marketing. Effectively communicating what you are selling is crucial to your success, yet the typical real estate agent is still running their business as they did 20 years ago, with brief, and not descriptive ad copy. Many real estate professionals are simply at a loss for words  more...

Successful PTO Programs ...as an alternative to traditional vacation, sick leave and other policies. Done right, PTO can be a powerful recruiting and retention tool. Done wrong, PTO can negatively impact morale and productivity and be a trap for the unwary employer. This live audio conference helps those persons responsible for designing and implementing employee leave programs assess whether to adopt a PTO program in  more...

Best Practices in Nursing Documentation: Writing Effective and Legal Proof Notes ...other health care providers hand-wrote cryptic notes on essay paper-like chart pages that rarely were ever looked at again. Long gone, also, are the days that physicians would only look at labs, reports and other physician's notes, expecting the nurse to call to the physician's attention anything important about the patient so they didn't have to read nurses' notes. Electronic records are a  more...

Response to Intervention: Addressing Emerging Issues ...urately identify those learners with disabilities. On the other hand, to achieve these benefits school staffs must have a high fidelity of implementation. Since RTI is not just a technical solution of new tests, curricula or instructional practices, careful consideration is needed to achieve positive results. This live audio conference will provide an overview of the important concepts and  more...

Show Me the Money: Determining Return on Investment for People, Projects and Programs ...ocesses moving forward. But to report ROI in isolation of other measures of performance is insufficient. The ROI methodology is the most applied and documented approach to addressing this needed accountability. By developing six types of measures, the ROI methodology not only helps you determine the financial return on investment in your programs, but also provides data that will allow you to  more...

Getting Closer to Perfect: Tips to Help Paralegals Write Effective Emails and Memos BenefitsThis live audio conference will look at some 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  more...

Enhanced Foreign Asset Reporting Rules for 2011: An Update on FBAR and FATCA Requirements ...hether they have a financial interest in, or signature or other authority over, foreign bank accounts, and impose substantial civil and criminal penalties for failing to do so. On the heels of the U.S. government's global crackdown on the use of secret foreign bank accounts, the Internal Revenue Service has recently imposed additional reporting requirements that will obligate U.S. taxpayers to  more...

Basic Principles of Construction Insurance ...tion or after project completion. Builder's risk, CGL and other common project policies will be discussed. Prior attendees have described this as among the best presentations they've participated in, extremely informative and useful, and have described the presenter as knowledgeable and possessing in-depth understanding of the subject matter and an ability to convey it clearly in a 90-minute  more...

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

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

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

Child Sexual Abuse Interview Protocol: Evidence-Based Strategies ... helps professionals involved in forensic interviewing or other aspects of child sexual abuse allegations to understand how a protocol has been used to best facilitate the interview process. Through research and practice evidence, recommendations are provided from an analysis of 90 videotapes of child sexual abuse interviews from a child advocacy center via a 69-item standardized instrument  more...

Prepaid Cards: An Alternative to Traditional Checking Accounts? ...nefitsThis live audio conference will provide banking and other financial services companies with essential information to evaluate prepaid card/access products that will best complement their current business models and risk tolerance. The program will explore the advantages and disadvantages of this rapidly evolving financial product line. It will provide organization with solid guidance on  more...

Extensive Green Roof Design ...ng markets there are common misconceptions, and like many other green building techniques there is a lot of hype surrounding the design and function of green roofs. This live audio conference will focus on understanding how the components and design of green roof systems contribute to form and function of the roof. We will examine realistic expectations for green roof performance and how to  more...

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

Wetlands Challenges and Use of Mitigation Bank Credits ...panies, real estate developers, oil and gas companies and other parties constructing buildings, roads, pipelines, oil and gas exploration and production activities, among many others. Failure to understand and manage these issues had resulted in fines, litigation, and extensive delays in construction. Planning ahead, identifying wetlands, and developing a mitigation strategy before moving dirt  more...

Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits: Using Tax Incentives to Develop and Invest in Historic Properties ...abilitate historic city centers, theatres, warehouses and other historic buildings across the country. This live audio conference will start with the basic tax and regulatory framework for HTCs. We will also explore the basic deal structures being used today, as well as discuss potential stumbling blocks, including recapture risks and tax exempt structuring issues. The program will explore  more...

Tax Benefits and Considerations for Contributions of Inventory and Other Assets by Business Entities ...tant charitable organizations with gifts of inventory and other assets. This live audio conference will review the unique considerations and rules governing the tax benefits for gifts of inventory and other assets. Applicable IRS publications and forms will be shared and explained. This live audio conference is designed for accountants, CPAs, CEOs, presidents, vice presidents, CFOs,  more...

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

Job Order Contracting Fundamentals BenefitsJob order contracting is an alternative delivery method for facility renovation and remodel. It has been around since the 1990's but is gaining in popularity as owners seek integrated project delivery solutions. But the unit price structure of JOC can be confusing for owners and contractors alike, and establishing a long-term contract like this requires some preparatory work beyond what is  more...

Best Practices to Modify Electronic Health Records While Maintaining Record Integrity ...nts in the case of lawsuits and electronic discovery, and other violations of practice and records management regulations. This program is critical for medical offices to ensure the Electronic Health Record is used properly and will accurately reflect the facts of the encounters recorded and the history of the documentation. This live audio conference is designed for medical records directors,  more...

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

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

AIA Document D503(TM) - 2011: Guide for Sustainable Projects ...s, in order to assist owners, architects, contractors and other project participants in understanding the various issues associated with sustainable projects and to provide a framework for moving those projects forward. This live audio conference will help design and construction industry participants, and their advisors, to maximize effective use of this valuable resource. The live audio  more...

How to Sell to the U.S. Government BenefitsMany business people want to sell their services and products to the federal government but find the process confusing and filled with dead ends and frustration. Competitors are winning contracts but it can seem impossible to get through to decision makers, or valuable time and resources are wasted responding to bids that fail. This live audio conference demystifies the federal contracting  more...

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

Trucking Litigation ...onfusing federal and state regulations could torpedo your otherwise straightforward common law case. Hear from the former top United States D.O.T. trucking lawyer and learn how to utilize federal and state information to help bolster your case. You will also hear from a veteran trial lawyer and learn how to prepare your case from start to finish. This live audio conference will provide  more...

Documentation and Proof of Construction Delay BenefitsTime truly is money, especially in construction. Consequently, being able to determine and document delay is a crucial 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  more...

Medical Records Update for Paralegals: Releases, Retention and Confidentiality Requirements ...others who retain medical or health records are often subjected to complex and conflicting requirements to maintain the confidentiality and restrict the disclosure of the information. Complex and overlapping rules and regulations impose rigid requirements that must be met before information is released and require medical record repositories to retain the records for often-conflicting time  more...

Planning Your Holiday Party: Keys to a Celebration Without Litigation ... whether to serve alcohol at its function, harassment and other behaviors to look out for, and strategies for addressing issues related to religious differences. Ideas for crafting your policies before the party starts will also be covered. Don't let your company's holiday party leave you with the gift of unwanted liability and litigation. This live audio conference is designed for human  more...

Animal Law: Past, Present and Future BenefitsThis live audio conference will provide a very brief overview of the rapidly expanding field of animal law being practiced nationwide, and involves litigation, legislation and corporate/transactional work. Animal law has a very broad range and this audio conference will serve only as an introduction to some of the most common and popular topics. The field covers everything from companion  more...

Contractor Guidance on Avoiding OSHA and Other Legal Problems ...easingly complex citation theories; (2) managing OSHA and other government visits under the DOL 'Plan/Prevent/Protect' approach; and (3) discuss practical worksite strategies to improve the safety management process in a fashion that increases productivity and profits. This live audio conference is designed for attorneys, construction and project managers, owners, presidents, vice presidents,  more...

Making Shared Services Work ...initiatives, many governments are looking to partner with other governments or the private sector in an effort to reduce costs while maintaining service quality. These approaches include contracting, privatization, functional consolidations, collaboration, asset sales, and the like. Shared Services, where governments join together in some manner to delivery services to their citizens, is a  more...

Effective UCC Search Strategies to Minimize Risk ...other creditors need to know where they stand if a debtor becomes bankrupt. Primarily, this is a function of whether they have a lien or security interest and if so, whether anyone else has a prior lien or security interest. Liens generally must be made public in some way - usually by a filing in a public office - in order to enjoy priority, so prospective lenders and creditors will want to  more...

Getting Burned by Boilerplate: The Pitfalls of Using Outdated Standard Real Estate Contract Provisions ...l modifications, landlord exculpations, force majeure and other standard contract terms, based on real-life problems. The session provides you with not only a new appreciation for the potential importance of boilerplate provisions, but also practical guidance on ways to improve contracts. This live audio conference is designed for attorneys, presidents, vice presidents, property managers,  more...

Securitized Loan Fundamentals ...trative requirements are less subject to negotiation than other types of real estate loan products. This live audio conference will help you understand these structure, documentation, intercreditor and administration issues, and how they differ from more conventional real estate loans. This live audio conference is designed for attorneys, presidents, vice presidents, branch managers, loan  more...

Tax Consequences of Gifts, Prizes, Fringe Benefits, Business Expenses, and Other Payments To Employees ...ce will explain the tax consequences of gifts, prizes and other awards to employees, as well as the tax issues associated with making payments to employees, employer-provided travel, educational and moving expenses, tool allowances and leave-sharing programs. The focus will not be so much on the technical tax rules, but the pitfalls of such activities and practical suggestions for maximizing  more...

Construction Management At-Risk Fundamentals ...hod? How will you have to change the way you approach the other stakeholders? What are the most challenging differences in using this method? Is your staff ready for the challenges presented by CM at-risk contracting? These are just some of the questions that you will find answers to by attending this program. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to define the need for integrated documents.  more...

Cold Calling Tips and Scripts BenefitsIn today's very difficult world of selling, there is only one thing to do to make more sales. SEE more people. Steve Schiffman has been teaching sales people the techniques of setting face-to-face appointments for the past 35 years. Perhaps there has been no more difficult time in selling now, when no one is buying. The economy has changed the rules, and sales people who never before had  more...

Holding Effective Sales Meetings BenefitsMost sales managers are at a loss as to how to hold a great sales meeting. Many think that it is a session of complaints and not really that productive. This live audio conference will give you the knowledge and skills to help you run the MOST EFFECTIVE sales meeting ever. It takes away the secret tricks-there aren't any, and applies logic to the process. This live audio conference is  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...

IRS Form 941 Reporting Update ... of dollars of employment taxes each year - more than any other source of revenue. Form 941 and related forms lie at the heart of the IRS's employment tax collection system. Much of the administrative burden under that system falls on employers. An employer's failure to understand and comply with its obligations can result in IRS assessments, audits and penalties. This live audio conference  more...

Financial Statement Preparation and Analysis for Nonprofits BenefitsThis live audio conference will provide you with an overview of nonprofit financial statements and both external and internal nonprofit financial reporting concepts. We will focus on the 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  more...

Construction Project Accounting BenefitsThe euphoria of being awarded a contract often overshadows the real work behind the scenes required to make the project successful. Join us for a 'tour of the bases' as we use a baseball analogy for construction project accounting. Learn to identify up-front issues and procedures needed to have a successful bid, assure yourself you are prepared once you get 'up to bat' by pinpointing the  more...

Understand and Interpret Financial Statements ... management, creditors, prospective investors and various other users a means to judge the financial performance of an organization. The speaker will discuss the various components of a set of financial statements. He will also discuss balance sheet and income statement analysis and understanding cash flow statements. Finally, he will touch on key ratio analysis and how ratios provide an  more...

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

Solar Photovoltaics: How Do You Get This Stuff On Your Roof Anyway? ...and some of the do's and don'ts. Rebates, tax credits and other incentives will also be covered. Lessons learned and fire code changes will be discussed. This will be a high level discussion. Some knowledge about photovoltaics is necessary. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to recognize fire code changes and issues. - You will be able to identify on grid and off grid advantages. - You  more...

How to Use LinkedIn as the Best Sales Tool Ever Invented BenefitsLinkedIn is the world's best business networking platform with more than 70,000,000 users. Many salespeople are looking for ways to increase their prospecting and sales effectiveness by using social networking tools. In a more competitive and fast-paced sales environment, it's becoming harder to connect with quality prospects and sales opportunities. LinkedIn is a tremendous business  more...

Waiver of Subrogation Clauses and Provisions in Construction Contracts ...eeks to 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  more...

The Trickle Down Effect of Health Care Reform: A Potpourri of Payroll, Benefits, Income Taxes, and Other Changes BenefitsThe phased in requirements of health care reform require that you continually monitor the landscape to spend your benefit dollars effectively, while remaining compliant. This is an opportunity for employers to reassess their decisions and consider the future impact of this legislation. Attend this live audio conference and stay current on your compliance obligations, planning  more...

GASB 45 Strategies ...conference is critical for any governmental employer with other post-employment benefits (OPEB) liabilities. The program will provide vital information and planning techniques that will enable employers to avoid the potentially disastrous consequences of failing to identify, control and fund its OPEB liabilities. Most states, municipalities and governmental agencies are aware that they are  more...

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

Shop Drawings and Other Construction Submittals: Legal and Architectural Perspectives ...s change order requests and requests for information, two other types of construction submittals which frequently lead to disputes and are fraught with risk. The presenters are a leading construction attorney and an architect who specializes in the design of complex public and institutional buildings. This live audio conference is a must for anyone involved in construction projects. Learning  more...

Planning for Renewable Incentives in 2011 and Beyond ... arrangements; prepayment structures; and 'twinning' with other incentives. Learning Objectives You will be able to identify the requirements of the incentives for renewables. You will be able to recognize the requirements for 'beginning construction' for the 1603 grant. You will be able to discuss what the future is likely to hold for tax incentives for renewables. You will be able to  more...

Giving and Receiving Employment References: Successfully Negotiating the Maze ...t/former employee and from the requesting entity). On the other hand, given these issues, it is sometimes difficult for a company to get any accurate and meaningful information on a potential candidate, to help it to decide among several seemingly-qualified applicants (and avoid negligent hiring claims). After providing the legal framework to underscore the importance of these issues, this live  more...

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

How to Handle Travel Pay Legally ...mployee 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 live audio conference will enable you to understand how and when to compensate an employee for travel time away from a work site. Attend this program and you will find out how to determine  more...

Legal Issues Surrounding the Utilization and Maintenance of Computerized Medical Records ... for use by community physicians - and for 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 audio conference is a must in light of the move to universal electronic health care  more...

Common Pitfalls of Certificates of Insurance ...rage for landlords and tenants, secured transactions, and other property, casualty and liability exposures companies and individuals face. They are not policies of insurance. Disclaimers recently added to standard certificates of insurance are causing confusion and open the door to assuming unexpected risk. This audio conference will walk through why certificates of insurance are used, what are  more...

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

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

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

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

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

Due Diligence Considerations for Participation Loans ...hey originate or acquire interests in loans originated by other lenders. This audio conference will explore loan assignment and participation transactions from the perspective of the originating lender and the assignee or participant. You will learn about the nature, purposes and documentation of these transactions; basic due diligence considerations affecting each party; and loan  more...

Avoiding the Basic Pitfalls of GMP Contracting ...der a GMP contract, and how it differs from changes under other contracts. Learning Objectives - You will be able to review what components make up the GMP and how each is administered as work proceeds. - You will be able to describe the four phases of work that are typical when working under a GMP format. - You will be able to explain how the work done during each phase can affect the  more...

Architect and Engineer Liability in California BenefitsThis audio conference will provide a general understanding of the legal risk facing a design professional in California. The program will discuss important contractual obligations, concerns relating to negligence claims, and statutory obligations every design professional should be aware of. The audio conference will cover key contractual language and insurance issues, negligence standards  more...

Dynamic E-Discovery Tips for Paralegals ...ontinues to change case workflow, yet many paralegals and other legal professionals remain unprepared to thoroughly manage it. This audio conference introduces you to e-discovery basics and helps you understand the complexities and pitfalls of e-discovery projects large and small. The program uses real-life examples to compare and contrast various approaches to electronic data preservation,  more...

California E-Discovery Rules: Still in Their Infancy BenefitsOn June 29, 2009, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger signed into law AB 5, California's first set of statutes designed to address the realities of electronic discovery. AB 5 added two new statutes to the California Code of Civil Procedure and amended 19 pre-existing CCP sections. On August 14, 2009, the Judicial Council followed suit by amending California Rule of Court 3.724 to require  more...

AIA Contracts: The Owner-General Contractor Agreement ...et of contract forms for the construction industry. While other industry groups independently have prepared their own competing set of forms and, more recently, some have banded together to create more of a consensus-based set of forms, the AIA forms remain the most widely used and accepted in the industry. Some owners and developers use the AIA forms without any changes and many others have  more...

Partnerships and Section 704(c) ...tax professionals and investors in partnerships, LLCs and other entities treated as partnerships struggle with the concepts and the operating rules that apply to Section 704(c). These rules potentially apply whenever property is contributed to such an entity or are distributed from such an entity. The regulations under Section 704(c) provide a very flexible but very complicated set of rules for  more...

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

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

Microsoft Project Best Practices: What's New on the Desktop BenefitsOver the past two decades, Microsoft Project has evolved into the industry leading desktop project management tool. With each new release, Microsoft Project provides new and enhanced features designed to assist with managing construction projects and in a manner that allows more time for managing projects and less time working Microsoft Project. Over the past few years, the Microsoft  more...

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

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

Structuring Renewable Energy Projects in Challenging Conditions ... explore how to analyze the effects of tax incentives and other public policy support for renewable energy, including how to develop leveraged flip and lease structures. Learning Objectives - You will be able to identify risk assessment and mitigation in renewable energy projects. - You will be able to explain renewable project financial analysis and modeling. - You will be able to recognize  more...

How Can End-of-Life Planning Resources Benefit Your Workplace? ...es who serve as caregivers to aging parents, children and other relatives, or who experience a health crisis for themselves or a partner. End-of life issues affect benefits costs, workers' productivity and absentee rates. This audio conference helps the employer evaluate and enhance human resources programs and policies to assist workers who will face caregiving, serious illness, grief and  more...

Commercial Site Development: A Case Study ...s of site assessment, budget, jurisdictional research and other aspects for development. You will receive a step-by-step guide and checklist for commercial site development for both new and existing projects. This audio conference will assist in establishing a comprehensive approach to anticipate the steps necessary from a timing and budget approach. Learning Objectives - You will be able to  more...

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

New Rule 502: Attorney-Client Privilege and Work Product Limitations on Waiver ...mmon dispute regarding the effects of certain disclosures otherwise protected by the privilege or work product, including inadvertent disclosures and the agreement of the parties regarding disclosure. This teleconference will discuss the elements of the privilege and protection, and then apply the provisions of Rule 502 to intentional and inadvertent disclosures of protected information. There  more...

Options Under Section 504 ...receiving any federal monetary assistance (and, arguably, other forms of aid) are obligated to comply with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. This comprehensive statute imposes a number of obligations on such recipients of federal aid regarding disabled students and employees. An educational facility's failure to comply with Section 504 and its regulations can result in time  more...

Positive Strategies For Dealing With Problem Performers ...e the power of commitment through the use of coaching and other tools to build superior performers, examine companies that use positive strategies as a means of managing the workforce and those problem performers, and look at the concept of discipline without punishment. This audio conference will look at how to incorporate accountability and responsibility within the various levels of an  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...

Legal Issues Surrounding Domestic Partnerships in Washington BenefitsThis audio conference will provide you with an overview of domestic partnership law in Washington and how different jurisdictions are recognizing same-sex relationships. Attend this program and you will learn how to register domestic partnerships, the benefits that registration confers, the responsibilities that come with these benefits and the complexities of dissolving these  more...

Economic Nexus Standards in State Taxation BenefitsA state's ability to impose taxes on a multistate business is limited by nexus standards rooted in the U.S. Constitution. In 1992, the U.S. Supreme Court reaffirmed its longstanding rule and held in Quill Corp. v. North Dakota that nexus requires some form of physical presence in the taxing state. In today's economy, however, states are continuing to push nexus limits farther than ever  more...

The Secrets of Successful Customer Onboarding BenefitsMany companies do not provide an orientation to new customers. This results in customer confusion, lack of customer activation, and eventually leads to customer attrition and negative word of mouth, which can damage a company's value proposition. This audio conference will help you understand the secrets of successful onboarding, and how to work with marketing and customer operations to  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...

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

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

Family Limited Partnerships in Estate Planning ...e entities can result in significant lost tax savings and other nontax benefits. This audio conference is critical to ensure your continued use of family limited partnerships and family limited liability companies meets the new tax and legal requirements. This audio conference is designed for attorneys, estate planners, accountants, presidents, vice presidents, CFOs, controllers, business  more...

Trust Situs and State Taxation: Practical Planning Implications ...ep also has many significant implications with regards to other aspects of trust planning that you need to understand. State law varies considerably and can affect not only income taxation, but almost every aspect of trust planning, drafting, compliance and administration. This practical audio conference will help you identify issues and address them. This audio conference is designed for  more...

Phased Retirement in The New Economy ...ll help you understand the impact of phased retirement on other benefits issues, including nonqualified deferred compensation and worker status/classification. If you have older workers in your employee population or are considering a phased retirement arrangement, you won't want to miss this audio conference. This audio conference is designed for human resource managers, benefits  more...

New York Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage Issues BenefitsNew York has been protecting innocent victims of uninsured drivers with uninsured motorist coverage since 1959 and underinsured drivers with underinsured motorist coverage since 1977; however, with the recent proliferation of litigation arising out of UM/SUM coverage disputes, it seems that the plaintiff's bar has finally realized the potential of this alternate or additional source of  more...

Risk Management in the Retention and Destruction of Medical Records ...valuating the storage and destruction of medical records, other factors such as reimbursement and billing, accreditation and professional standards must be considered. This audio conference will help you understand what is considered a medical record, the laws and regulations applicable to the retention and destruction of medical records, and how to better manage the risk involved with the  more...

Web Research Beyond Standard Search Engines ...e for beginning legal research projects and for accessing other information relevant to the legal process. You will learn how legal information is organized on the Internet and how to retrieve the best results. You 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  more...

Economic Substance Doctrine Codification Update ...s 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 and employers. The Health Care Act includes several nonhealth related provisions that affect businesses. Included are the Codification of the  more...

Metal Building Design for Changed Occupancy or Loading BenefitsIn today's economy, many building owners are electing to update their current location or existing structure instead of purchasing new facilities. Metal buildings are very common due to their efficiencies and lower up-front construction costs as they are designed to meet exact project requirements. Changes in the project requirements that increase loading or moving building components can  more...

Preparing for the International Financial Reporting Standard ...mmit in the United States issued a statement which, among other things, confirmed the leaders' support for developing a single set of high-quality global accounting standards. Both of these events represent progress toward the adoption of IFRS in the United States. PricewaterhouseCoopers continues to believe that the move to IFRS in the United States is inevitable and is in the best interests  more...

Paralegal's Guide to Confidentiality, Conflicts and Communications BenefitsA fundamental aspect of the attorney-client relationship is the attorney's obligation regarding confidentiality, conflicts and communication. The professional rules regarding confidentiality, conflicts and communication should be known and understood by all practicing attorneys. Clients have certain expectations and the attorneys must respect and abide by those expectations. Furthermore,  more...

Digital Manufacturing: Improve Productivity, Lower Costs and Compress Delivery Times ... through the proper adoption of digital manufacturing and other product development enabling technologies. This teleconference will help you understand the fundamentals of digital manufacturing, an initiative to provide solutions that support effective collaborative manufacturing process planning between engineering disciplines, such as design and manufacturing. We will discuss the value of  more...

Implications of the First Investigations Under the FTC Guides for Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising ...uth and viral marketing via blogs, Twitter , Facebook and other social media platforms are undeniable. These emerging technologies are rapidly taking hold in corporate America and are radically changing the marketing landscape. In an effort to stay current with the way consumers obtain product information, the Federal Trade Commission has, for the first time since 1980, issued revised Guides  more...

Public/Private Partnerships: Major Infrastructure and Other Development Projects BenefitsThe term public/private 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  more...

Grant and Other Funding Opportunities Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 BenefitsThe health reform legislation signed into law in March provides a significant number of direct and indirect federal grant funding opportunities for medical providers, hospitals, home health agencies, nursing facilities, colleges and universities, and employers. Under several of the grant programs, state and local government, and nonprofit entities are flow-through entities through which  more...

Land Development Right Transfer Issues and Complexities ...han taxation to pay for permanent protection of these and other threatened resources. Working though the zoning code, TDR helps implement the preservation as well as the development goals of a community's land use plans. When TDR works, property owners are compensated for voluntarily conserving their land and developers are able to achieve more profitable levels of development despite  more...

New Features and Functions in Updating to Excel 2007 ...iently with new functions, and make the most of dozens of other new features in Excel 2007. In short, you will learn not only what's new in Excel 2007, but also the best ways to make the transition into the new version be as efficient and productive as possible. This teleconference is designed for business owners and managers, accounting managers, controllers, bookkeepers, CPAs,  more...

Risk-Based Pricing Regulation Update: Are You Ready for the Upcoming Compliance Deadline? ... a consumer when the lender sets or adjusts the price and other terms of credit provided to the consumer based on the consumer's credit report. In this teleconference, you will learn the various strategies for compliance, including the special exceptions for auto lending, mortgage lenders, instant retail credit and credit card issuers. This teleconference is designed for attorneys, presidents,  more...

Emerging Trends in Metal Roofing BenefitsThis teleconference will provide information on the current state of the metal roofing industry as well as the trends for the future. Metal roofing is the fastest growing residential roof product, and its share of the commercial roofing market continues to grow. It is becoming a product of choice for architects, designers and facility managers looking for a durable and energy efficient  more...

State of the Estate Tax: Where We Stand Today and What Practitioners Can Do ... this mean to investments? What steps can accountants and other advisers take? Sample language and provisions will be provided. Understanding the theory and history of how the repeal of the estate tax occurred is helpful, but this teleconference will focus on practical implementation and planning. Extensive materials will be provided. This teleconference is designed for attorneys, estate  more...

Are Email Negotiation Blunders Costing You Money? How to Negotiate and Influence With Email ...epend on your ability to persuade, motivate and influence others? Think about it - when was the last time you didn't get what you wanted and should have gotten it? What happened? Did it frustrate you? We negotiate and influence everyday, not only face to face but with our emails. Almost every email we send has a piece of negotiation attached to it. Are you getting what you want? Are you  more...

Health Care Reform Update ...professionals, attorneys, third-party administrators, and other consultants and professionals who work with group health plans and related benefits on a daily basis. This teleconference will cover the practical implications of this legislation and the potential impact of change to the health insurance industry. This teleconference is designed for human resource managers, benefits  more...

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

Texas Nonsubscriber Claims 101: Perspectives From Employees and Employers ...ost wages and indemnify the employer if a claim is filed. Other employers self-insure and handle claims in-house or send them to third-party claim administrators. Different than workers' compensation claims, employees, who work for nonsubscriber employers may pursue personal injury claims in court or at arbitration. The law governing Texas nonsubscriber claims is completely different than the  more...

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

Utilizing Data in Microsoft Access ...ase format or link to databases on SQL Server, Oracle and other ODBC sources. Over the years, a large number of Microsoft Access databases have been created with varying levels of quality and success. There's been a lot of confusion surrounding Microsoft Access to the extent that people question whether it should even be used in a large organization. What we've found is that it is very  more...

Recruiting on a Limited Budget: Proven Low and No Cost Tools and Approaches BenefitsThere is a long and established history of recruiting professionals being asked to accomplish more with less around the world. A June 2010 poll recently revealed that while 73 percent of organizations expected the volume of recruiting activity in their organization to increase significantly in the current year, only 18 percent received an increase in budget on par with the forecasted  more...

Social Media Guidelines for Estate and Financial Planners BenefitsAttend this teleconference and learn how to diagnose and score current digital/web presence. You will be able to identify steps 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  more...

Groundwater Control and Dewatering Methods ...r it enters the excavation. The decision to do one or the other or both is the most important decision to make for his project and requires diligent investigation of the jobsite soil conditions. Learning Objectives - You will be able to discuss widely used dewatering methods. - You will be able to explain dilemmas that arise from improper dewatering and some resulting consequences that can  more...

Obtaining Surety Bonds for Construction Projects BenefitsThe current heightened risk environment caused by increasing contractor failures have raised concerns in the surety markets, however underwriting standards have not materially changed. What has changed is that sureties are more closely scrutinizing contractors' balance sheets and underwriting information to meet these standards and this trend will remain until the construction industry  more...

Implications of the Michigan Budget Shortfall BenefitsMichigan is in the middle of a fiscal crisis that will have a direct impact on Michigan's quality of life and future development. Most people do not understand how Michigan's economy works and how it relates to the State Budget process. This teleconference will help shed some light on what economic factors go into the development of the state budget and the impact the current recession and  more...

Integrating Mobile Technologies in Our Classrooms ...he classroom with students using the devices to text each other, surf the Internet, check on their Facebook page and Tweet . Many educators are discovering that permitting the use of wireless devices in the classroom can actually be beneficial for both the students and the educators. Those schools which permit the use of wireless devices in the classroom are reporting more interaction with the  more...

International Employment Assignments: Understanding the Compliance Risks ...nt in failing to follow U.S. workplace regulations on the other. This teleconference will cover the nuts and bolts of immigration issues for expatriate or 'seconded' employees, and at the same time provide an encyclopedic overview of U.S. and foreign employment laws and regulations. Armed with this information, costly (even ruinous) mistakes can be avoided and your clients and companies can  more...

Fundamentals of SBA Lending: Documenting, Closing and Funding the SBA Loan ...other lending institutions with the opportunity to finance commercial loans to small businesses and at the same time secure a loan guarantee from the federal government. While the program can be quite profitable, it's not without its risks. Compliance with SBA regulations is mandatory to ensure success and profitability. With numerous changes occurring to the program over the last year, it is  more...

Landlord and Tenant Law: Commercial Tenant Bankruptcy Considerations ...tiate the existing lease, terminate the lease or exercise other remedies upon default. This teleconference will explore the rights, remedies and strategies of landlords and tenants when presented with such a challenging situation and address how landlords can endeavor to maximize their recoveries while tenants may limit their exposure. Specifically, you'll get a step-by-step approach of the  more...

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

IRS Form 8928: Health Plan Reporting and Excise Tax Update ... excise taxes for failure to comply with COBRA, HIPAA and other federal group health plan mandates. Recently issued IRS final regulations now require employers to self-report violations of these rules and pay related excise taxes, where appropriate under the Code and applicable regulations. This teleconference will help you understand the new reporting obligations, which make compliance with  more...

Administration of Pain Agents BenefitsYou will learn about using balanced analgesia with pharmacologic options for treating pain. This provides optimal analgesia and level of function for their patients. Discussion will include the importance of choosing the appropriate pain agent for the type of pain at the right dose. Learning Objectives - You will be able to discuss different types of pain medications. - You will be able  more...

Drafting Clear and Enforceable Contracts BenefitsCommercial contracts have become increasingly complex in our litigious society. Why can't contracts just be written in plain language with the common words (and sentence structures) we use in everyday conversation? The truth is - they can! This teleconference is an introductory course on drafting clear and enforceable contracts in a business environment - using language that everyone can  more...

Illinois Accessibility Codes ...e met. A brief summary of differences between the IAC and other codes will be discussed, identifying the areas where the IAC is more restrictive. Learning Objectives - You will be able to discuss why a state accessibility code was developed. - You will be able to review when the code became effective. - You will be able to identify IAC Code requirements. - You will be able to explain  more...

Long-Term Care Insurance in Estate Plans ...out the need for long-term care? The answer to these and other questions will be discussed in detail. You will learn options to potentially reduce the cost of care and how to cover any remaining expense in a cost effective way. You will also learn conversation strategies to get the point across and help clients to understand and take action. Attorneys, presidents, vice presidents,  more...

Planning and Zoning Techniques for Open Space Preservation ...lan through regulations, incentives, funding programs and other strategies. Learning Objectives - You will be able to explain how to develop the plan. - You will be able to define regulatory approach vs. incentives and purchase of rights. - You will be able to identify multiple values and uses of open space. - You will be able to review open space and buffering requirements. Presidents,  more...

Ohio Commercial Activity Tax Update: Now Fully Phased in, What We Have Learned and What We Can Expect Going Forward ...on and analysis of what distinguishes it from some of the other significant state tax developments occurring in recent years, such as the implementation of the MBT and Texas Margin Tax. The teleconference also will provide some insight on how the current economic climate and pending administrative and case law developments might impact the CAT going forward. Anyone desiring a comprehensive  more...

Is Your Health Care Plan Grandfathered Under the Health Care Reform? ...other sponsors of group health plans routinely make annual changes to their plans that are designed to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and improve employee health and productivity. As plan sponsors consider design changes for 2011, they must also take into account new federal mandates under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, as modified by the Health Care and Education  more...

1099 Reporting of Payments to Attorneys and Other Third-Parties BenefitsJoin this informative teleconference to gain insight as to the Internal Revenue Service's reporting requirements for payments made to an attorney in connection with legal services (whether or not the services performed are for the benefit of the payor). The IRS reminds us that all third-party payers, such as small businesses or individuals, are required to annually report payments made to  more...

Using Social Media to Grow Your Accounting Firm ..., you will learn how companies large and small, including other accounting firms, are using Facebook , LinkedIn , Twitter and other platforms to actually generate new business. Whether you are new to social media or a seasoned netizen, you will get practical tips you can use to enhance your firm's online presence. FACEBOOK is a registered trademark of Facebook, Inc. and this event is not  more...

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

What Every Business Person Needs to Know About Legal Issues in Contracts ... can lead to expensive litigation by addressing these and other fundamental issues in contract negotiation and execution. This teleconference also will address some of the hidden issues in contract negotiation and execution that, once you recognize them, you can use to your advantage in reaching beneficial business contracts. Business owners and managers, presidents, vice presidents,  more...

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

Developing Storm Water Utilities and Impact Fee Programs ... primarily by the general fund must compete annually with other programs and funding is often unreliable and insufficient. Due to the recent recession, tax revenues are down and are expected to be lower in the future. Successful county and municipal storm water program managers are now recognizing that providing storm water management is a basic utility service similar to water supply and  more...

Lease vs. Buy: Choosing the Best Option ...eleconference will define 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  more...

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

Design Professionals' Exposure for Design Errors and Omissions ...mplex issues concerning measure of damages, insurance and other potential sources of risk must be understood and examined on every project. This teleconference will identify the areas of greatest risk and address how insurance and contractual protections can be used to minimize the exposure of the design professional. Learning Objectives - You will be able to discuss the 2007 provisions of the  more...

EPA's Rules on Compensatory Mitigation for Impact on Wetlands, Streams and Other Waters ...the Clean Water Act, which regulates fill in wetlands and other waters of the United States. The new rules adopt a mitigation hierarchy that moves away from the prior preference for on-site, in-kind mitigation in favor of mitigation banks and watershed-based mitigation programs. The rules also clarify the financial measures the corps will require to ensure that the mitigation is actually  more...

Introduction to California Subdivision Law ...n process. Learn how the subdivision process works with other land use and permitting processes. Discover the differences between tentative maps, parcel maps, final maps and certificates 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  more...

Avoiding Exposure Under The Illinois Wage Payment And Collection Act ...ntiffs' 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 who is a covered employee. Even seasoned human resources executives will learn new approaches to succeed in this difficult  more...

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

Boot Camp for QuickBooks by Lorman Education Services ... out yourself, make sure you're doing things right. Among other topics, understand the difference between QuickBooks editions, learn topics not covered in user manuals, how to work with bank reconciliations, inventory, sales tax and customizing QuickBooks . QuickBooks is a registered trademark of Intuit, Inc. and this event is not sponsored by or affiliated with Intuit. Accountants,  more...

Medical Necessity - The Collaborative Partnership Approach BenefitsHospitals constantly struggle with reducing financial exposure due to noncompliance with medical necessity in the ordering and performing of diagnostic tests on both the inpatient and outpatient business environment. Current hospital business processes and medical staff mind-sets do not lend themselves and promote financial efficiencies in the performance and reimbursement of diagnostic  more...

Writing Scripts That Sell ...ions, we are using scripts to get our point across to the other person. Sometimes we are in front of the other person and sometimes we are on the telephone. 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  more...

Forums for Resolving Construction Disputes BenefitsWhen the parties to a construction contract are unable to resolve a change order request, the decision to pursue the matter beyond the administrative remedies defined in the contract can turn out to be a worthwhile investment or throwing good money after bad. Often the difference is related to the forum that has been chosen to resolve the dispute. As a result, contractors and owners, and  more...

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

Protecting Assets for Long-Term Care Medi-Cal Benefits ...ous consequences. Each family's needs beyond Medi-Cal and other government benefits must also be considered. Further complexity has been added to the planning process since the enactment of California's SB 483, the state's most significant step yet toward the implementation of the Deficit Reduction Act of 2005, which made sweeping changes to eligibility requirements for the Medicaid program  more...

Conflicts With Additional Insured Coverage ...orders often require contract counterparties to add one another as additional insureds to general liability, property and other insurance policies. Relying upon another parties' insurance coverage can offer important benefits to the additional insured, whose own insurance coverage may not be implicated in the event of a claim. At the same time, relying upon additional insurance coverage can  more...

Current Issues in CEQA ...others chose to fight over the reality of climate change, those of us who work on new development or projects in California only have time to fight to keep up with the enormous changes in California law and jurisprudence concerning climate change. This teleconference will provide an update on the proposed changes to the California Environmental Quality Act guidelines for mitigation of  more...

An Introduction to L3Cs: Low-Profit Limited Liability Companies ...e the business entity of choice for social enterprise and other hybrid business models throughout the United States, including those that use program related investments. On the other hand, the L3C has its critics, and some view the advent of the L3C as a distraction, or, even worse, a dangerous creation that offers no advantage over traditional LLCs as a vehicle for program related  more...

Data Mapping and Electronic Information Management (EIM) - Risk Management for Daily Efficiency and Litigation-Preparedness BenefitsIn the digitized world of the twenty-first century, it is more important than ever for every organization to know as much as possible about the information it creates, stores, receives and maintains. 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  more...

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

Commercial Foreclosure Due Diligence Checklist: What to Do Before, During and After Foreclosure ...perty, taking a deed in lieu of foreclosure or exercising other remedies that may be available to it. But these steps pose additional concerns that the lender must address, including potential lender liability claims. In addition, the borrower may file for bankruptcy at any time. And as more and more people are looking for ways to profit from the commercial real estate downturn, potential  more...

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

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

Air Rights in Development: Current Trends and Legal Concerns ...legal structure; documentation of necessary easements and other property rights and covenants through common law or condominium declarations; application of subdivision, zoning, and building codes; transfers of development rights; title insurance including insured access; and valuation of air parcels for property tax and other purposes. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to review  more...

Directors' and Officers' Liability Insurance: Current Topics and Key Issues BenefitsIn the era of the subprime mortgage crisis, directors and officers are acutely aware of the potential for liability and the importance that directors' and officers' liability insurance afford sufficient coverage to provide for a defense and indemnity for any settlement or judgment. This teleconference will provide you with insight into common issues and trends that arise during a claim for  more...

Workout Strategies for Troubled Condominium Projects ...elopments must address multiple overlays of statutory and other legal requirements and limitations, as well as the often conflicting rights and concerns of the many stakeholders involved in these projects. This teleconference will be of benefit to professionals dealing with distressed condominium projects by identifying, from each participant's perspective, ways to minimize risk and maximize  more...

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

Avoiding the Risk of Subcontractor Default ... delays that can adversely affect the general contractor, other subcontractors, and owners and developers. This teleconference will provide best practice procedures for prequalifying subcontractors and managing subcontractor default risk. It will also provide guidance for steps to take in the event a default occurs. Instituting a formal prequalification process and being prepared to take action  more...

Noncompetition Agreements for the HR Professional: Protecting the Company's Business Resources? ...ectively using noncompetes requires knowledge of your and other states' laws, and good decisions both in the design and enforcement of the noncompetes. This teleconference will give you the tools to start effectively using noncompetes or, if you already are, to improve your company's program. Human resource managers, benefits and payroll professionals, personnel managers, business owners and  more...

Rewards Transformation: A Unique Approach to Total Rewards Strategy and Design in the Current Economy BenefitsIn the current economic environment, organizations are concerned with reducing costs while retaining top talent. Total rewards costs can often exceed 40 percent of company's revenue and in many cases it is difficult to demonstrate ROI. This teleconference presents a unique approach to total rewards strategy, design and cost management called rewards transformation. Rewards transformation  more...

Tax Treatment of Charitable Fundraising BenefitsFundraising for charitable organizations has become a complex business. Charities no longer hold out a tin cup and ask for donations. They engage in sophisticated activities to generate revenue for their mission and the activities have tax consequences. This teleconference will review the federal tax consequences of fundraising activities and provide specific guidance on how to avoid tax  more...

The Phone Bias: Learn to Use the Phone for Successful Prospecting and Client Contact BenefitsDo you prefer face-to-face meetings? Do you know why? What is stopping you from closing all of the sales you deserve to close - and is that dependent upon you showing up in person? In 1937, Dale Carnegie told us 'How to Win Friends and Influence People' by making face visits. But in those days we had to. Now we have choices. And now we have a few tools to help buyers buy. What we didn't  more...

The Art and Science of Ethically Firing a Client BenefitsSo you think distancing yourself from an uncooperative client is as simple as saying, in the words of Donald Trump, 'You're fired.'? Not so. Both ethical and fiduciary considerations come into play when a lawyer seeks to withdraw from ongoing representation of a client. This teleconference will provide a detailed discussion of those ethical rules, as well as the impact of withdrawal on  more...

Reports for Maintaining Compliance and Controlling Costs BenefitsToo much money is lost due to 'minor' payroll errors. Reviewing and working with certain payroll reports on weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual basis can prevent these errors from costing you money that adds up fast. One incorrect form sent to the IRS or a state agency could result in thousands of dollars in penalties. Failure to deduct insurance or other deductions from employees can  more...

Bankruptcy Retention and Disclosures: Knowing When and What to Say BenefitsBankruptcy is a specialized practice quite different than typical litigation. In general litigation, secrecy and limited disclosures are the norm. However, the filing of a bankruptcy and one's involvement in it, either as a debtor, professional or even creditor, requires specific and often extensive disclosures to protect the interests of the estate and the integrity of the bankruptcy  more...

Pervious Concrete - The Pavement That Drinks! ... parking areas eliminate the need for retention ponds and other runoff collection methods, providing for more efficient land use. This benefits not only the building owner economically, but the entire community environmentally and aesthetically. Rather than directing and storing storm water off-site, the pavement's open-cell structure models natural ground cover, allowing rainwater to filter  more...

Employee Safety and Health Systems: Cutting Injuries Using the Team Approach BenefitsTraditional safety committees involve a small number of employees and are often managed by the individual responsible for the facility safety and health system. The problem is that the success of the committee, and thus the system success, is predicated by the authority given to the committee and its leadership which in most cases is low to nonexistent. The bottom line is that employee  more...

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

Implications of the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act BenefitsInternet gambling is legal in many parts of the world and remains one of the most profitable e-commerce activities, despite a crackdown by authorities in the United States at both federal and state levels. U.S. law in this area is both risky and complex. Intermediaries such as payment services, banks, publishers, and Internet portals all face risks under U.S. law for providing services  more...

Criminal Liabilities Under HIPAA ...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 violations, establishing mandatory breach  more...

CERCLA Liability Update ... will end up being jointly and severally liable, with all other entities shipping materials to the facility, for any costs of cleaning up contamination at the facility. Likewise, conventional wisdom and EPA policy have informed up that manufacturers or producers who deal with certain types of contractors or subcontractors (pesticide blenders, transformer repair shops) should expect to be  more...

Emerging Trends in Infrastructure Finance - The Stimulus and Beyond ...are just becoming accepted, significant opportunities for other nontraditional sources of support remain abundant. This teleconference will fully explore these opportunities, how they are being sold politically and how the deals are being structured. We will examine a few project examples for practical experience as well as explore where the infrastructure funding effort is heading over the  more...

GSA Price Reduction Clauses (PRC) in Contracts ...d and protects it from any lower pricing being offered to other categories of customers without extending the same courtesy to the federal government. It is essential that contractors understand the requirements of the PRC and have adequate procedures in place to ensure compliance. This teleconference will focus on issues relating to the GSA price reduction clause. Specific topics to be  more...

Green Leases: Sustainable Alternatives to Traditional Agreements ...ing number of tenants, along with state pension funds and other institutional partners of commercial landlords, and state and local legislators are combining forces to press commercial landlords into moving forward with green buildings and the greening of existing buildings. The LEED movement for green building leases started with encouraging energy efficiency and then addressing environmental  more...

International Purchasing: Current Trends and Supply Chain Security ...k of liability for third-party violations of U.S. law and other misconduct. The speaker will discuss how to facilitate dealings with U.S. Customs and Border Protection and speed customs clearance of incoming shipments. The teleconference will provide you with an increased awareness and facilitation of compliance with U.S. export regulations. Purchasing managers, attorneys, buyers, import and  more...

Construction Recordkeeping and Documentation Requirements for Government Contracts ...rocedures however, can be complicated, especially because other practical considerations of contracting with the government may expand a contractor's record retention obligations beyond what is minimally required under the contract. This teleconference will outline federal contractors' general recordkeeping obligations and will discuss penalties that can result from noncompliance. In addition,  more...

Impact of Confidentiality Rules in Bankruptcy Proceedings BenefitsDistressed companies struggle to protect their proprietary and strategic information against the assumption that a bankrupt's financial affairs are public. Since 2005, creditor committees have similarly confronted their statutory obligation to share information with creditors with their practical duties in working through a Chapter 11. This teleconference will provide both a relevant  more...

Matrimonial Considerations in Estate and Trust Planning ...nd trust planning. It will focus on the use of trusts and other estate planning techniques before marriage and during, after and before remarriage, to protect assets from matrimonial claims. Practical planning concepts; drafting considerations; income, gift and estate tax implications; and ancillary considerations will be reviewed. The objective of this teleconference is to provide you with a  more...

Opt-Out Incentives and Other Cost Cutting Measures for Health Plans BenefitsThe recent debate regarding health care reform has highlighted for the public what employers have known for years - health care is expensive. Employers have for years looked for creative ways to alleviate double digit annual increases in the cost of health coverage provided to its employees. Employers have toggled deductibles and co-payments, and they have implemented wellness programs and  more...

White-Collar Defense Strategies and Developments ...ar criminal defense is very different from the defense of other criminal cases. It must be approached uniquely from the time an attorney first learns of a client's target status in an investigation through trial. Failure to understand these differences and nuances can be fatal. This teleconference will examine some of these most important distinctions, and discuss the proper approach and  more...

Float Ownership Issues in Construction Project Management BenefitsFloat is a measure of schedule flexibility. It can be used to avoid creating disputes about delays or misused to exacerbate them. We will discuss the relationships between schedules, float and delays, and examine techniques which may be used to manipulate them and to minimize manipulation. This teleconference will also review the effect of contract provisions and the development of case  more...

Tools for Persuasive Legal Writing BenefitsThis teleconference will look at some 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,  more...

Current Issues in Digital Billboards and Sign Regulations ...y today can lead to even worse outcomes in the future for other municipalities. Please join us in learning how to defeat the sign code shakedown. Learning Objectives You will be able to summarize regulations of digital signs by the Federal Highway Administration and the impact on local and state governments. You will be able to give examples of studies impacting digital signs. You will be able  more...

Getting Advice from the IRS: Letter Rulings, Pre-Filing Agreements, TAMS and GLAMs BenefitsMany times clients must have certainty as to the federal tax consequences of a proposed transaction - and while tax opinions are helpful, they do not provide the certainty of qualified advice from the IRS. This teleconference is designed to discuss how, when and why to seek qualified written advice from the IRS, normally in the form of a private letter ruling request, a review of the  more...

Contractor Selection ...embers available. While design professionals, lenders and other professionals are important for a successful project, in these 'watch the bottom line' times, the contractor you place in charge of the work is the most important person on the project. This teleconference will assist you review the key issues on contractor selection and raise important points for the negotiation of construction  more...

Internet and Email: Monitoring Employee Conduct ...unts are commonly accessed and recorded. Employees on the other hand have a similar capacity; cell phones are capable of recording sound, pictures and videos. Employers can now easily track what employees are doing at any given time via computer usage and GPS. Employees can have their say through email, blogging, instant messaging and social networking sites. In this teleconference, we will  more...

Making Revisions to Closed Medical Records BenefitsMedical records contain some of the most sensitive and personal information that exists about individuals in modern society, and some closed records may need revision because of new information received or because of the requests of individuals to correct or modify existing information. When is it appropriate to make revisions, how and under what circumstances, and at whose request? This  more...

Product Development Metrics for Manufacturers: Measuring Your Productivity ...e not changed significantly over the past 30 years, while other business functions have undergone transformations. Globalization, business alliances and the need for improved organic innovation to gain strategic advantage are driving significant changes in measurement practices for innovative functions. Improvements in the science of management of these activities are on the fast track. Some  more...

Buying and Selling Partnerships, LLCs and Other Similar Entities BenefitsCorporations and alternative entities have distinctly different frameworks for defining the tax, economic and management rights and obligations of their equity owners. But oftentimes business people and their advisors structure and negotiate purchases and sales of equity interests in alternative entities using concepts from the corporate model. Failing to account for the differences  more...

Taxation Issues When Conducting Business With Native American Tribes ...ucture, renewable energy, tribal detention facilities and other such projects. As the stimulus measures give rise to specific development projects in American Indian country and as Native American tribes continue to diversify their own economic activities, both on and off American Indian lands, a growing number of companies are looking to do business with Native American tribes, tribally-owned  more...

Reductions in Force Litigation Update BenefitsWith the continued recession, employers have been faced with significant challenges to reduce costs. Since personnel accounts for a major proportion of overhead, one possible area of consideration is that of a reduction in the workforce. While reaching and implementing such a decision will, in optimum circumstances, involve significant input from counsel experienced in both employment and  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...

Independent Contractor Reporting ...ontractor status is determined for tax, EEO state law and other purposes, including in PEO and other multiparty situations; the advantages and disadvantages of independent contractor status for both the company and the worker; and how to handle disputes over independent contractor status when they arise. Getting independent contractor status wrong can be very expensive, whether it involves one  more...

Current Issues in Attributional and Agency Nexus ...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 affiliated or unaffiliated - or other third-parties outside its home state. Accountants, CPAs, controllers,  more...

Major Issues in WiMAX Tower Leases and Zoning ...enna network. WiMAX companies may raise discrimination or other claims, such as claiming protection under federal cell tower zoning or telecommunications statutes, if their zoning results differ from those for cell phone companies. This teleconference will focus on the unique aspects of WiMAX tower leases and zoning, and help level the playing field by providing private and municipal property  more...