Process Telephone Seminars

Effective Auditing of Physicians' Documentation BenefitsThe federal government's increasing interest in fraud, waste and abuse heightens the awareness of physician practices, both large and small, of the increasing scrutiny of physician documentation to support billings. In the past, audits are performed and physicians were lectured but all too often little improvement was noted. How can practices efficiently and effectively audit physician  more...

Current Issues in Wetland Delineation ...Similarly many project opponents who grasp the regulatory process are adept at identifying inconsistencies in the implementation of the delineation process. This live audio conference helps the regulated community understand the importance of an accurate and defensible delineation and how it affects the lifecycle of a project. The audio conference begins with a discussion of wetland ecology  more...

What You Need to Know About Section 404 Permits ...mpacts 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 jurisdiction under the Clean Water Act and ultimately the need for any permits can influence project design, schedule and cost. In today's atmosphere of changing regulatory  more...

Paralegal's Guide to Administrative Law Research BenefitsAdministrative law research can be complex given the procedures for creating and publishing rules that have the effect of law. This is true for researching federal and state rules. Agencies also adjudicate disputes that arise under the implementation of their rules and issue written decisions which can affect the interpretation of those rules. The Internet is a source for some of this  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...

Best Practices in Networking and Referral Generation ... you learn the strategies to guide you through the entire process. Learn to design your networking plan and find the right people, organizations, and programs to benefit your goals. Learn techniques to create an effective elevator speech and build long-term business relationships. Discover how to use the Internet including social media, blogs, website development, emails, cell phones, videos,  more...

Best Practices in Networking and Referral Generation ... you learn the strategies to guide you through the entire process. Learn to design your networking plan and find the right people, organizations, and programs to benefit your goals. Learn techniques to create an effective elevator speech and build long-term business relationships. Discover how to use the Internet including social media, blogs, website development, emails, cell phones, videos,  more...

Intellectual Disabilities and Employer ADA Obligation ...o successfully navigate the maze posed by the interactive process and determine if a reasonable accommodation exists or whether the employer is confronted by an undue hardship or direct threat. The program will also provide the opportunity for questions and answers from the participants. This live audio conference is designed for human resource managers, benefits professionals, attorneys,  more...

HIPAA Security Compliance Challenges after the HITECH Act ...d taking regular actions as part of a security management process. Under new regulations due to the HITECH Act more entities than ever need to be in compliance, and HHS compliance audit activity and enforcement penalties are both increased, especially in instances of willful neglect of compliance. If your security fails, you now may be liable under breach notification requirements, which have  more...

Creating and Using a Salary Increase Matrix BenefitsThis live audio conference will discuss the concept, implementation and best practices associated with a merit matrix. Implementing a merit matrix is one of the easiest and most direct ways to link pay with performance and manage turnover. Sharing of pitfalls that many companies encounter when implementing a matrix and how to avoid them will be addressed. The live audio conference will  more...

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

Prevailing Wage Law: An Understanding of Davis-Bacon ...irements of the Davis-Bacon Act, when it applies, and the process necessary to ensure compliance and avoid enforcement actions and potential penalties. Failure to comply with the Davis-Bacon Act can have dire consequences, including debarment and the loss of a major source of business, in addition to the exposure to substantial damages and attorneys' fees. This live audio conference will enable  more...

Essential Discovery Skills for Paralegals ...process is more critical than it ever has been before. Not only are data volumes skyrocketing, but judges are increasingly focused on evaluating parties' e-discovery efforts from preservation through to production. Indeed, the discovery stage of a matter often determines the outcome of the case, driving the parties toward settlement or trial. In light of these developments, the role of  more...

Offboarding: Strategies for a Successful Goodbye ... model we will use is how HR can engineer the offboarding process to reduce legal exposure and financial costs, and to improve the pool of future talent, increase employee commitment and enhance the company's brand in its sector. This live audio conference is designed for human resource managers, personnel managers, employee relations managers, presidents, vice presidents, business owners and  more...

NEPA: Understanding the Basics ...ng for federal agencies and others interested in the NEPA process. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to explain NEPA's legal and political framework. - You will be able to identify when there has been a failure to properly document and the misuse of exclusions. - You will be able to review environmental impact statements. - You will be able to explain the best ways to avoid the common  more...

GSA Leasing: Understanding The SFO Process, Negotiating The Lease and Dealing With The Government As The Tenant BenefitsThe federal government is the country's biggest 'tenant' by far, if not in the world. In both strong and not-so-strong economic times, the federal government is always in the market for new or replacement space ranging from state of the art office space to simple warehousing requirements. When the commercial real estate market is in the doldrums, the federal government is always still  more...

Current Issues in Real Estate Appraisals ... property types and how does this relate to the valuation process? What is an evaluation versus an appraisal and what impact might they have on the lending community and appraisal industry? What are key issues in appraisals and ways of looking at risk? This live audio conference will provide a current market overview with a focus on market trends and the recovery phases of different asset  more...

User Requirements and Specification Fundamentals BenefitsPoorly written requirements often result in the customer not getting what the customer wanted or needed. In worst case scenarios, the final product doesn't solve the problem or produce anything of value for the customer. The result is money and time wasted. This live audio conference helps those responsible for purchasing products or getting the right thing built generate requirements  more...

Exit Strategies for Section 42 Affordable Housing Tax Credit Properties ...ear 15 transactions, understanding the qualified contract process, tax consequences of tax credit property dispositions and practical considerations for owners preparing for Year 15. This live audio conference is designed for property managers, landlords, attorneys, presidents, vice presidents, building owners and managers, developers, housing officials, real estate professionals, government  more...

Americans With Disabilities Act - The Reasonable Accommodation Process BenefitsThis live audio conference will review practical issues you have to handle when it comes to the Americans With Disabilities Act. This audio conference will review what employment policies should be contained in your employee handbook, when you can make a medical inquiry, what is a disability-related inquiry, how you should handle a reasonable accommodation request under the Americans With  more...

Learning on the Job: Creating Legally-Sound Internship Programs ...ation. We will discuss the entire cycle of the internship process, such as recruiting interns, whether to compensate interns, and what duties and tasks interns may perform while spending time with your organization. This program will also address whether your organization's internship program satisfies the legal requirements established by the United States Department of Labor (or any  more...

Satisfying OFCCP's Internet Applicant Rules ...ssistance. Moreover, the OFCCP has initiated a systematic process for monitoring adherence to the Internet Applicant Rule. This live audio conference will review the continuously developing OFCCP guidance and provide you with a greater understanding of what is included in the definition of Internet and related technologies, who is an applicant, what records must be kept, the role of recruiters,  more...

Battle of the Forms and Managing the Contracting Process ... conference will teach you how to control the contracting process to avoid unacceptable terms by avoiding or winning the battle of the forms, how to get the warranties one wants, how to secure appropriate rights and remedies and limit those of the seller, and what to do if and when unsatisfactory goods are delivered. This live audio conference is designed for attorneys, purchasing managers,  more...

Child Sexual Abuse Interview Protocol: Evidence-Based Strategies ...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 generated from prior studies. Eight evidence areas support advanced techniques in a four-stage interview process for diverse  more...

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

Key Aspects of Mezzanine Financing BenefitsMezzanine loans will play an increasingly important role in meeting the financing needs of companies in the coming years. With the tightening of leverage multiples for senior debt, a growing number of companies and equity sponsors are turning to mezzanine debt as a solution to their capitalization requirements. This live audio conference will provide you with an in-depth understanding of  more...

Understanding LEED for Sustainable Building ...process? Concerned about whether you need a new approach for your next LEED project? Confused about the requirements for maintaining your existing AP status? This live audio conference provides the answers! By attending you will understand how the project certification and professional accreditation requirements have changed with the release of LEED v3/LEED 2009, as well as upcoming trends in  more...

Job Order Contracting Fundamentals ...quirements once a JOC is in place. The JOC delivery order process will be described, with special emphasis on contractor and owner responsibilities. Owners should emerge from this live audio conference with a roadmap to procuring and managing a JOC. Contractors should emerge with an understanding of how to develop a coefficient, what skillsets are needed to scope, estimate and perform work  more...

Best Practices to Modify Electronic Health Records While Maintaining Record Integrity ...ng such procedures is explained. Failing to have a proper process for handling changes to EHRs can leave your practice open to violations of HIPAA, adverse summary judgments 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  more...

Problems and Risks Associated With Green Construction ...n of a project under green rating systems, how the design process can help avoid material and operational failures, the necessity of communication among all project participants to enhance achievement of green criteria and standards, design elements that enhance energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact, discussion of direct and hidden costs of failure, and provisions in traditional  more...

AIA Document D503(TM) - 2011: Guide for Sustainable Projects ...stinctions between potential objectives, and have a clear process for development and implementation of the project design. In May of 2011, the American Institute of Architects released AIA Document D503 -2011, Guide for Sustainable Projects, in order to assist owners, architects, contractors and other project participants in understanding the various issues associated with sustainable projects  more...

How to Sell to the U.S. Government ...vices 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 process and identifies a step-by-step process  more...

Form-Based Zoning: An Alternative to Traditional Ordinances ...mmunities. Lessons learned and steps toward beginning the process will provide you with a clear path toward a successful form-based code. Legal and practical considerations associated with adopting form-based zoning regulations will be reviewed. Form-based provisions may not fit neatly into a municipality's existing zoning and subdivision framework. Practitioners must consider a variety of  more...

Advanced Applicant Tracking Strategies For Government Contractors: Effective Tools To Avoid Claims of Discrimination ...ven companies who properly track applicant data treat the process as a purely recordkeeping exercise. Failure to maintain proper and robust information regarding applicant disposition is the most common error employers can make which results in Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) findings of discrimination and awards of many thousands of dollars. This live audio conference  more...

Hot Topics in Native American Financing 2011 ...onal Indian Gaming Commission 'declination letter' review process - how long does it take, what to include in your submission, and what does receiving a 'declination letter' really mean? 3) Tribal financing defaults and restructurings - what are the principal challenges in tribal defaults and restructurings - and how have creditors and tribes addressed such challenges; and 4) recent legislative  more...

Understanding the Basics of Bankruptcy and Bankruptcy Terminology BenefitsThe current economic environment makes bankruptcy a particularly timely and relevant topic. Whether you are forced to deal with bankruptcy issues as a debtor, secured or unsecured creditor, lessor or lessee, or investor looking for distressed-asset opportunities, this live audio conference will give you a road map to understand the bankruptcy process. This live audio conference is  more...

Contractor Guidance on Avoiding OSHA and Other Legal Problems BenefitsConstruction employment is at a record low and yet construction employers make up over 60% of the employers cited by OSHA and account for an even higher percentage of the unlucky employers placed on the OSHA Severe Violators Enforcement Program List. Even those contractors with national recognized safety management programs find themselves exposed to costly 'repeat' citations and unusual  more...

Effective UCC Search Strategies to Minimize Risk BenefitsLenders and 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  more...

Finance Skills for Procurement Professionals ... concepts for procurement, the request for proposal (RFP) process, reading financial statements, understanding ratios and the impact of financial risk. As an added benefit, you will receive the Finance Toolkit for Procurement Professionals. This is a great reference document that provides 'Finance 101' information. This audio conference is recommended to buyers, procurement managers and supply  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...

Determining Meaningful Use for Electronic Health Records ... use' of electronic health records through an attestation process. This process is new and complicated. This live audio conference will outline meaningful use guidelines and requirements to receive incentive payments, including timelines, criteria, an outline of the attestation process and recent developments in HHS' implementation of Stages II and III. This live audio conference is designed  more...

Responding to an EEO Charge BenefitsThe most effective way to avoid an EEOC charge is to make sure you have appropriate anti-discrimination policies and procedures in place and that all employees understand those policies. Prevention and awareness are areas employers should focus on when dealing with employee discrimination issues. If the worst case scenario happens, this live audio conference will tell you how to protect  more...

Ready Access CBT Training: Methods for Training Your Clients in the Use of CBT While Strengthening and Broadening Your Own CBT S ... them under stress, therapy becomes an ongoing repetitive process that falls short of its full potential. This live audio conference of Ready Access CBT Training will provide a useful method for educating your clients while helping them through the principles of CBT. You will acquire a deeper and broader understanding as well as a greater appreciation of these principles and new methods to  more...

But It's Only Our Opinion:The Legal Opinion In Commercial Transactions BenefitsA client is about to borrow $10,000,000 for acquisition of a new project and a copy of the bank's loan commitment and its 'standard form' of borrower's counsel legal opinion letter have just been received. Even for those who have dealt with such third-party legal opinions in the past, it's important to make sure everyone understands the applicable standards and the diligence expectations  more...

Bikeway Design Principles, Planning, and Best Practices ...mentation of new bikeways. You will learn the purpose and process of bikeway planning, the basic design principles of conventional and alternative bikeways, and how communities around the US have increased bicycle ridership. Additionally, this live audio conference will explain how different types of bikeways affect ridership and what local jurisdictions can do to make their bikeway projects  more...

Effective Quality Control and Quality Assurance ...ers and the cooperation of those members in an integrated process will be explored. Examples of specific programs and quality management systems will be explained. Learn the realistic application of quality management tools and the limits of those tools. Quality processes certainly come at a cost, but methods to minimize the cost, or even to provide a payback on the investment in quality will  more...

Writing Job Descriptions BenefitsA frequent challenge for many employers in launching compensation initiatives, or completing organizational re-design, is a general difficulty in collecting and delivering accurate and timely job documentation. The focus of this live audio conference is to reinforce the importance of proper job documentation and provide strategies on how to build and maintain a library of accurate job  more...

Bankruptcy Section 363: Purchasing Distressed Assets ...nd acquisitions. You will come away with a command of the process and significant benefits and opportunities presented in a Bankruptcy Section 363 Sale. You will also learn how to master the process and nuances of the bankruptcy code so as to best position yourself to achieve your goals. This live audio conference is designed for attorneys, credit and collection managers, presidents, vice  more...

Workers' Compensation Issues for the Construction Industry ... well as the role of the EMR in safety and in the bidding process. We will also discuss specific tips to promote and distinguish your construction company to your insurance carrier to earn cost savings, as well as to put your company in the best light in the bidding process to owners and general contractors. In a challenging economy in which multiple entities are competing with one another,  more...

GASB 45 Strategies ...nce with GASB 43 and 45 and how to establish policies and processes to control and fund OPEB liabilities. The program also covers a systematic process for identifying and analyzing those aspects of existing programs that will yield the most tangible reductions in OPEB liabilities and other techniques to control and fund existing liabilities. Governmental entities who fail to identify, control  more...

Shop Drawings and Other Construction Submittals: Legal and Architectural Perspectives ... potential for confusion, than the shop drawing submittal process. When the process breaks down, the result can be deficient work, economic loss and even disastrous collapse. This live audio conference will help you understand your responsibility and risks in the shop drawings submittal process, and how to handle problems when they arise. In addition, this program will discuss change order  more...

Giving and Receiving Employment References: Successfully Negotiating the Maze ...ng requests for references and the protocols to set up to process any such requests. It will also review tips on how to elicit useful information when conducting one's own reference checks - even with individuals who are aware of the pitfalls. This live audio conference is designed for human resource managers, personnel managers, employee relations managers, presidents, vice presidents,  more...

Commercial Tenant Notifications: Priorities and Pitfalls ...ted with tenant notifications and to create a streamlined process for efficiently notifying tenants throughout the lease term. We will highlight key tenant notification requirements and provide drafting and service tips to avoid common notification pitfalls so commercial landlords can effectively and efficiently manage their commercial properties. This live audio conference is designed for  more...

Understanding UCC Article 9 Foreclosures ...nd relatively inexpensive resolution. The UCC foreclosure process contains some pitfalls you need to avoid and obstacles that should be addressed. However, with careful planning, these issues can be addressed and the risks minimized. This audio conference will discuss key topics for you to consider in weighing foreclosure under UCC Article 9 sale, best practices to effectuate a UCC sale and  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...

Construction Lien and Bond Claims in Texas ...g construction payment disputes in Texas can be a complex process. Learn strategies for tackling lien and bond issues for private and public projects. Owners will learn how to protect property from unperfected liens - and what steps to take if they do arise. Contractors, subcontractors and suppliers will learn how to efficiently collect payment for work performed or materials provided.  more...

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

Construction Substitutions: Current Issues and Complexities ...udio conference will help you understand the steps in the process and what the important considerations are in reviewing a substitution request. We will also provide insight on current issues surrounding substitution requests. Learning Objectives - You will be able to discuss initiating and processing a substitution request. - You will be able to define what to say and not to say about  more...

Pennsylvania Civil Procedure: View From the Bench ...tsThis 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...

Current Issues in Legal Holds: Are You Prepared? ...izations 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 changing compliance environment for preserving discoverable documents and data. You will be able to build a legal hold process that meets legal requirements, contains costs and manages risks, as well as align your legal  more...

Keys to Understanding Land Records ...u with the practical information to better understand the process of researching and evaluating land records in connection with the transfer of ownership and real estate financing. This teleconference will identify real property interests and sources of land information, explain how property interests are created and transferred, and discuss title search procedures. In addition, you'll learn  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...

SBA Loan Guarantees: Current Purchase Issues and Complexities ...ling to lenders an understanding of the guaranty purchase process and the pitfalls which lenders fall victim to, resulting in discounts and denials of these same loan guarantees, is more important now than ever. As the oversight standards of the SBA tighten, you need the knowledge to ensure their loan guarantees will be honored by the SBA. This audio conference is designed for presidents,  more...

Anatomy of a Natural Resources Damage Claim ...tegral part of the environmental clean up and restoration process. Federal, state and tribal natural resource trustees have stepped-up their activities with respect to the natural resources damage assessments process and in their efforts to recover for alleged damages. Trustees are forging forward with assessment activities, involving themselves in certain aspects of the clean up process and  more...

Legal Aspects in Representing Clients with Dementia ...pose of VA and Medicaid benefits. You will understand the process of legal crisis intervention if preplanning measures are not put in place. Learning Objectives - You will be able to identify the different types of capacity. - You will be able to discuss the basics of guardianship. - You will be able to explain the differences between long-term care payer sources. This audio conference is  more...

Family Limited Partnerships in Estate Planning ...nd the reasons for forming these entities in the planning process. They also are not clear on what is the current status of statutory and case law concerning the continued use of these entities. This audio conference will help you learn to identify when the use of this entity for a particular client situation is warranted and what steps to take to maintain or correct an existing family entity  more...

LEED Documentation and Recordkeeping Requirements ...e able to review and understanding the LEED documentation process. - You will be able to discuss the importance of documentation and recordkeeping in the LEED certification process. - You will be able to identify types of documentation required. - You will be able to explain sources of documentation. This audio conference is designed for engineers, project managers, presidents, vice  more...

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

Essentials of Florida Garnishment Laws ...process server hands you garnishment papers about someone working for you, what do you do? Hire an attorney? Respond on your own? Throw it away? The garnishment writ is a directive from the court to withhold salary or wages from someone working for you (and not just an employee). This audio conference will explain the nuts and bolts of Florida's garnishment laws, from how a garnishment works to  more...

EPA Requirements for Underground Storage Tanks: Recent Changes and Cleaning Up Contamination ...s the EPA. The audio conference also explains the cleanup process from the initial site assessment and characterization of the site to the ultimate goal the receipt of the no-further-remediation letter issued by the EPA. It is critical for anyone who owns or is considering owning property that has been contaminated by underground storage tanks to attend this program. Learning Objectives - You  more...

Web Research Beyond Standard Search Engines ...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 information needs. Learn what free legal  more...

Title Issues for Lending Professionals ...le can cause headaches for everyone involved in the title process. This audio conference offers insights into what the title insurance policy really covers. We will answer some commonly asked questions, such as: What should you be concerned about on Schedule A? What types of exceptions on Schedule B-II should you worry about? What is the difference between an owner's policy and a loan policy?  more...

Digital Manufacturing: Improve Productivity, Lower Costs and Compress Delivery Times ...utions that support effective collaborative manufacturing process planning between engineering disciplines, such as design and manufacturing. We will discuss the value of digital manufacturing, and how you can define and implement a beneficial digital manufacturing strategy. This teleconference is designed for manufacturing engineers, presidents, vice presidents, plant managers, quality  more...

Land Use Law Update ... those who regularly are involved in the land entitlement process, as well as those who are reluctantly drawn into the process. Learning Objectives - You will be able to discuss RLUIPA issues. - You will be able to define regulatory takings. - You will be able to explain interface with traditional land use and environmental laws. - You will be able to review recent court decisions affecting  more...

Managing Construction Costs ...during construction and post-construction during a claims process. Learning Objectives - You will be able to analyze main reasons costs escalate and how you can control them. - You will be able to categorize best ways to allocate risk. - You will be able to compose project documentation and contract use. - You will be able to discuss allocating increased costs after a project. This  more...

Commercial Loan Stress Testing Fundamentals ...oming an integral component of the credit risk management process. All banks should perform some type of stress testing to quantify the impact of changing economic conditions on asset quality, earnings and capital. This teleconference will benefit those who are beginning to incorporate the concepts of stress testing into their loan portfolio administration practices. You will learn how to apply  more...

Labor Law: Could 2011 Be the Turning Point for Unions? ...zed union organizing campaign. How might the card check process be different? What techniques may unions be allowed to utilize? Can you be forced to post information for a union if you have government contracts? What about contingent workers and independent contractors? With a Democratic majority now on the National Labor Relations Board, how will doctrines and decisions handed down from the  more...

Telephone Collections: Do's and Don'ts - Surviving the Jungle ...compliant and ethical manner. Techniques for managing the process and creating the proper collection culture within all business settings will be reviewed. A cursory overview of the most pertinent regulations will afford you the opportunity to check your approaches and policies for risk management purposes. This teleconference will additionally allow you to pose questions about your most  more...

Best Practices in Electronic Invoices and Electronic Payments ...processes in your AP department and achieve the coveted paperless status, but pulling off this caper is not a feat reserved for only paper mavericks. Instead, we can show you there is a way to achieve a paper-free environment and realize your ROI. In this teleconference, e-invoicing architect Henry Ijams will discuss your options for a paperless invoicing process and guide you through a  more...

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

10 Employee Handbook Mistakes You Can't Afford to Make ...nges and includes best practices. To avoid errors in this process, you will learn the top mistakes employers make and the keys to making the employee manual a valuable tool. The new governing legal standards will be discussed, as well as tips to making sure that often unforeseen difficulties are not encountered. This teleconference is designed for human resource managers, benefits and payroll  more...

Current Issues in Cell Tower Leases BenefitsThe wireless industry has built more than 250,000 cell sites in the United States in the past 20 years. But many more cell sites are needed as iPhones, iPads and the like strain existing network capacity with data, email, computer and video applications, as well as to fill gaps in coverage. New cell sites and significant modifications to existing cell sites will also be needed due to the  more...

Restructuring the Commercial Loan ...tion through the end of the commercial loan restructuring process. Listen to our panel of experienced counsel provide seasoned advice so that you will be able to understand various issues and approaches to loan workouts; learn the significance of key loan provisions to both borrower and lender, and market trends; and obtain negotiating pointers to benefit your client. You will review strategies  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 ...an'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 budget shortfall is having on the citizens of Michigan. The teleconference will also examine some possible solutions and the impact that those solutions may have on our  more...

Contractor's Dilemma of Dealing With Bad Plans and Specs BenefitsPlans and specifications are, without question, critical to the success of any construction project. When the plans and specifications are clear and without significant errors or omissions, the project is much more likely to be on time and within budget. But what happens when plans are riddled with errors, conflicts or omissions? This teleconference will provide you with valuable tips for  more...

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

California Wetlands: New Issues and Regulations Affecting Land Use Planning ...al agencies, and their accompanying regulations. Permit processing is complex and time consuming, and many policies are inconsistent. Failure to understand these layered regulations can lead to costly mistakes. This teleconference will provide a basic understanding of the policies at the federal, state and local levels, and will present opportunities to better deal with wetland issues and  more...

Reverse Auctions: Current Issues and Opportunities ...sing can produce both profound cost savings and important process improvements. Finally, we will look at how you can quickly develop a strategy to implement reverse auctioning in your procurement operations, and analyze how and where to subject your organization's purchasing to competitive bidding. This teleconference will provide you with new ideas and new strategies for generating significant  more...

Landlord and Tenant Law: Commercial Tenant Bankruptcy Considerations BenefitsIn today's uncertain economic climate, commercial tenants may find themselves with diminishing cash flows and limited resources to satisfy their obligations to their landlords, leaving both grappling with tough decisions, including whether to renegotiate the existing lease, terminate the lease or exercise other remedies upon default. This teleconference will explore the rights, remedies  more...

How to Save Millions in Claims Through Ergonomics and Injury Prevention ...re encouraged to voluntarily support an active ergonomics process within their workplace to prevent and manage injuries more effectively. Contrary to popular belief, injury prevention and safety is not common sense. In order to be common sense, the issues must be commonly taught and commonly practiced. Unfortunately, ergonomics and injury prevention are not commonly taught or practiced; as a  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 ...ings within the state, those involved in the construction process must be aware of the specific requirements of this code. This teleconference will discuss the history and objectives of the state accessibility code as well as identify the code requirements in detail. Diagrams and examples will be used to clearly highlight how compliance should be met. A brief summary of differences between the  more...

Condition Assessments and Structural Evaluation of Existing Buildings ...be discussed to demonstrate the assessment and evaluation process which you can use as samples for your projects. Learning Objectives - You will be able to discuss why assessments are done. - You will be able to identify structural considerations. - You will be able to describe the use of nondestructive evaluation methods in structural assessment. - You will be able to recognize risk  more...

Introduction to California Subdivision Law ...ng land into marketable lots is a complex, time-consuming process in California. This teleconference takes you through the process step-by-step, introducing you to the basic legal principles and variety of players in this essential aspect of development law. Experienced practitioners provide practical tips on avoiding common pitfalls in the subdivision process. Learn how the subdivision  more...

Mortgage Foreclosures in Illinois ...BenefitsAn Illinois mortgage foreclosure is a complicated process that requires strict adherence to its statutory requirements. Failure to follow the correct procedure can add time and expense for lenders. For borrowers, understanding the nuts and bolts is critical to protecting their rights. Given the increased activity in the purchase of distressed assets, potential investors and buyers also  more...

Not in My Backyard (NIMBY): Overcoming Development Resistance ...ice, public officials started listening to them - and the process of deciding who gets to build what, where, was politicized. Today, land use decisions are political decisions. If a contentious development plan is to overcome opposition and win the approval of political decision makers, the proponents must first understand the local politics. This teleconference will explain why citizens oppose  more...

Development Challenges for Small Commercial Sites ...ns have an involved, costly and time consuming permitting process for site development projects requiring multiple approvals at local, county and state or even federal levels. This teleconference is intended to provide a base of knowledge and awareness of these potential issues. Learning Objectives - You will be able to explain adjacent land uses. - You will be able to identify specific uses  more...

Selecting Vendors: An Introduction to RFPs ...st beginning to consider or use RFPs in their procurement process. It will provide you with a basic understanding of how requests for information and requests for proposals can be used to increase corporate procurement efficiencies and deeper vendor relationships. It will provide insights on best practices in Fortune 500 companies, tips on how each party should plan for creating proposals and  more...

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

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

Protecting Assets for Long-Term Care Medi-Cal Benefits ...idered. 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 nationwide. Even after Medi-Cal eligibility is obtained, families must still concern themselves with the  more...

Efficiency Estimations and Payback Periods for New Equipment ...allation and operating cost, must be part of the decision process. This teleconference will explain basic principles of electric motor life cycle costs to understand how and when a new energy efficient motor can significantly save on total expenses. Special emphasis will be on understanding what affects the efficiency has on operating expenses, how to calculate the potential savings of  more...

Top Sales and Use, Credits and Incentives Tips to Improve Your Bottom Line BenefitsIn the current economic climate, additional free cash flow is a priority for all companies to sustain corporate activities and fund working capital, capital improvements, acquisitions, research and development, etc. This teleconference will focus on unprecedented tax credits and economic incentives currently offered by state and local jurisdictions to stimulate business investment and the  more...

Strategies and Techniques for International Debt Recovery ... from your foreign customers. From the credit application process and sales contract through credit insurance and international litigation and arbitration, he will cover what you need to know to help you mount an effective credit and collection strategy for your international accounts. As in debt collection in general, there is no way to guarantee complete success, but taking advantage of  more...

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

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...

How to Successfully Identify, Propose, Win and Manage Government Contracts ...ulations and guidelines governing the federal acquisition process. Further, this teleconference provides valuable information about the numerous free tools and resources available to companies wishing to do business with the federal government. This teleconference distils this mountain of information and misinformation in the public domain into a mole hill of tangible and useful facts that, if  more...

Innovative Energy Saving Strategies for Manufacturers ... mentalities and a tunnel view consider the manufacturing process the only investment which will result in increased revenue. This teleconference will address the potentials to update this older technology. We will discuss new strategies to help manufacturer's see new ways are not always bad and investigate how reducing energy costs can provide manufacturing with very high ROI. This  more...

Avoiding the Risk of Subcontractor Default ...t a default occurs. Instituting a formal prequalification process and being prepared to take action in the event of a default will assist you in mitigating risk to ensure successful completion of projects for all parties involved. This teleconference will arm you with the tools to proactively manage the potential for subcontractor default. Learning Objectives - You will be able to review  more...

Protect and Collect - The Effective Use of Engagement Letters ...revenues steady and to decrease liability. The collection process has become more burdensome as cash flow tightens across the country. With more and more lawsuits arising against professional service providers and their firms, law firms, accounting firms and even bookkeeping/tax services are not immune from legal liability. To avoid these growing problems, one of the best places to start is  more...

Rewards Transformation: A Unique Approach to Total Rewards Strategy and Design in the Current Economy ...ce segments, 2) rewards dialogue - an ongoing interactive process by which employers gather employees' views, opinions and preferences about rewards and communicate back with employees and 3) measuring rewards ROI. This teleconference will present multiple case studies and examples, including some sample cost reduction solutions. The material is especially useful to business leaders, HR,  more...

Improve Productivity While Staying Compliant: Implementing Quality Procedures ...y product means you understand the importance of a strong process for minimizing nonvalue added activity, refining process capability and reliability, and designing quality at the source. This is a case study of how an organization was able to use this blended approach to solve quality problems in a regulated environment. Manufacturing engineers, presidents, vice presidents, plant managers,  more...

Probate and Estate Tax Return Preparation for Paralegals ...e preparer, this teleconference will introduce you to the process, and will teach what needs to be done and how to do it. This teleconference includes a practical checklist for gathering the necessary information and demonstrates the application of the work by describing where the information is used on Form 706. This nuts and bolts presentation will be useful if you are new to this area and  more...

Purchasing Law: Effective Contract Negotiation & Management In Times Of Financial Uncertainty ...anding of contract negotiation, including the contracting process itself. The teleconference also addresses methods to reduce risk through the use of contractual protections. Finally, having entered a contract, the teleconference discusses means of managing the contractual relationship, avoiding common relationship breakdowns and working with suppliers hit hardest by current economic pressures.  more...

The Construction Bidding Process ...process is complex. This teleconference will review the complicated federal construction bidding process, including sealed bidding procedures and negotiated procurements. The teleconference will also review practical substantive issues which commonly arise in preparing a bid or proposal for federal construction work, such as proprietary specifications, design versus performance specifications  more...

Best Practices in Invoice Processing ... tangible benefits of streamlining your front-end invoice process, improving your invoice processing time and eliminating invoice backlog and duplicate payments through a well designed workflow. You will walk away with a greater understanding of the future of AP in the shifting sands of automation. In this teleconference with eInvoicing architect Henry Ijams, you will learn your options for a  more...

Bankruptcy Retention and Disclosures: Knowing When and What to Say ...terests of the estate and the integrity of the bankruptcy process. Failing to properly understand the disclosure requirements may have significant consequences that may bar compensation or recovery on your claims, or may even result in sanctions or criminal charges. This teleconference will discuss the need for disclosure, the contents of any disclosures and the consequences of that disclosure  more...

Community Association Legal Issues - Charting the Course Through Rough Seas ...e management of the Association. Implementing a budgeting process and establishing collection policies which are followed are critical to effective management of the Association. This teleconference will help managers and members of the board of directors identify and solve the increasing number of financial and legal issues facing Associations today. Beginning with an examination and  more...

The Vital Role Paralegals Play in Appellate Practice ...als provide invaluable aid to attorneys in the litigation process. They are the backbone of the trial team, coordinating thousands of details that must be accomplished before, during and after trial. In appellate practice, paralegals are a valuable asset if properly utilized. This teleconference outlines some of the major duties and responsibilities of litigation paralegals and the role they  more...

Recovery Audit Contractor Roll Out - What Can We Expect? BenefitsThe permanent Recovery Audit Contractor Program has rolled out in most regions and the RACs have posted new issues approved by CMS for review. This teleconference will review who, what and how providers can prepare for the reviews, the lessons learned and the appeal process, including CMS' recently issued recoupment time limits and interest assessment rules. Medical records directors,  more...

Top 5 Joint Employer Questions Answered ...an flow with being a joint employer, and how to begin the process of determining the best working relationships for your business. Failing to have a handle on the employment statuses of those working for and with your business can have dramatic consequences ranging from wage and hour issues to discrimination liability in the thousands of dollars. This teleconference is critical for employers to  more...

Talent Management: Best Practices to Retain Top Employees BenefitsDesigned for leaders, managers and front line leaders, this teleconference will build a solid understanding of what it takes to engage and retain talent, and demonstrate the pivotal role managers play in this process. See how some of the best organizations deliver engagement and retention results year after year. You will leave knowing what you need to do to equip managers to take action  more...

Subleasing Issues In A Down and Recovering Market BenefitsBrokers and property owners agree: The subprime mortgage meltdown has finally reached the office market, bringing with it a flood of subleases as the economy continues its downward trend, and even as it recovers. It is time to dust off the practices and procedures lessons first learned in 1991 and 1992 when the savings and loan industry collapsed, and then again in 2000 and 2001 when the  more...

Good Guy Guaranties: Landlord Tenant Law Update ...t or damages due to bankruptcy limitations and litigation processes. Good Guy Limited Guaranty obligations provide considerable relief and additional tools for a landlord and owner when the commercial lease goes sour. Good Guy Guaranties speed the space recovery process, help avoid losses of rentals and aid in space remarketing. Additionally, the opportunities for additional recoveries for  more...

Integrated Project Delivery Principles and Building Information Modeling BenefitsMany in the facilities community, including designers, builders and owners, need a hand understanding IPD and BIM. What does it all mean? Who benefits and how? Some that have heard about IPD and BIM may be wondering how to either ask for it in their projects or implement these principles in their firms. There are some basic concepts in IPD and BIM that can be used in every project large or  more...

Foreclosing on Real and Personal Property Collateral: What You Need to Know ...d personal property collateral. This can be a complicated process that requires a good deal of planning in order to reach a successful outcome. This teleconference will help the people responsible for loan workout and enforcement evaluate their positions and formulate and execute foreclosure plans for loans secured by both real and personal property. It will also touch on issues relating to  more...

Tools for Persuasive Legal Writing ...ly assure you. Rather, legal writing is always a learning process. For that reason, lawyers should regularly brush up or learn new strategies. The field of legal writing has expanded beyond memorizing an intimidating list of rules and is now incorporating interdisciplinary theories of persuasion and rhetoric to help lawyers understand the why's behind the maxims of writing. Rather than simply  more...

Implications of the Stimulus Package on HIPAA ...ve look at the changes in the law and prepare you for the process of incorporating the changes into how you do business in your facilities, including providing a timetable of when each section goes into effect. Attend this teleconference and learn how changes to HIPAA came to pass as well as the details of the changes to HIPAA. You will be able to understand how the changes affect your  more...

Traffic Management for Construction Work Zones: Unique Challenges and Solutions ...ment traffic control plans often do not understand how to process the approval and satisfy the agencies requirements, as well as federal and state occupational regulations. Understanding the MUTCD and agency requirements, as well as their newly implemented regulations can impact schedule and costs. This teleconference will help you understand how first to establish a traffic management plan and  more...

Corrosion Control for Water System Piping & Storage Tanks ...process that attacks buried metallic water distribution and transmission piping often resulting in unexplained water loss, service disruptions, and increased maintenance and operating costs. A recent study indicated the annual cost of corrosion of water systems in the United States alone exceeds $22 billion and is expected to grow. The goal of this teleconference is to identify the corrosion  more...

Understanding Business Valuations From Purpose to Product BenefitsThe business valuation field is widely fragmented with a variety of specialized services, appraiser credentials, business valuation standards and business valuation deliverables. For this reason, the business valuation methods employed, products delivered and prices charged can vary widely depending on the purpose of the business valuation and the appraiser or firm engaged. Therefore, it  more...

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

Automated Meter Reading and Advanced Metering Infrastructure: A Guide for Municipal Water and Energy Utilities ...ions, operational constraints and politics all impact the process. This teleconference will provide a road map for you to build a business case for AMR/AMI for your utilities and identify appropriate technologies. Practical guidelines for procuring, deploying and integrating systems, including negotiating solid contracts, creating robust project controls, and managing and effectively using all  more...

FEMA's Critical Flood Plain Regulation ...s of the NFIP work to reduce flood risk and summarize the process that FEMA uses to finalize flood maps and floodplain management restrictions. It will help community officials, property owners, and engineers understand how to participate in this process and assure that FEMA does not reach adverse decisions due to inaccurate risk modeling or data. The teleconference will also highlight the key  more...

Fundamentals of Form W-2 Processing BenefitsThe main priority for the payroll department is getting the pay checks to associates acutely and timely to employees. But a critical function for the payroll department is to pull all the payroll information together and produce a Form W-2 for all employees. This produces a great challenge to payroll departments to ensure that all elements of the W-2 are complete and accurate along with  more...

Developing, Managing and Analyzing a Budget: Understand and Implement an Effective Budget for Better Management and Financial De ...all - nonprofits and governments. Budgeting is a dynamic process, not a static one. By knowing the types of budgets and processes that have worked for others, one can create an environment and procedure that is a tool for attainment of organizational goals. A suitable budget will, indeed, help define and shape those goals, as well as evaluate the likelihood of achievement. Accountants, tax  more...

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

Lawful Hiring ...d, in some cases, conflicting laws that affect the hiring process Discrimination claims often arise out of the hiring process. The new U.S. Supreme Court decision in Ricci v. DeStefano, 557 U.S. ___ (2009) shows how an employer (the New Haven Fire Department in that case) can violate discrimination laws when taking steps to attempt to achieve nondiscriminatory selection and testing procedures.  more...

Properly Handling Employee Complaints of Discrimination ...plaints and misconduct, and an understanding of the legal process relating to claims are critical to enabling a company to limit potential charges and lawsuits asserting discrimination. This teleconference will afford practical guidance in analyzing and responding to charges effectively and lawfully. This teleconference is essential for HR professionals who are implementing discharges and  more...

Common Annexation Issues in Development ...process for the adjustment of government boundaries. Annexation can have a significant impact on the owners of the real property to be annexed, on the annexing government agency and on those who own property in the immediate area. This teleconference will discuss the pros and cons of annexation and how it is used to control development. You will gain useful information regarding the general  more...

Construction Payment Remedies: Using the Right Tools ...ters of much interest to all involved in the construction process. The recession has only made resolution of these disputes more challenging. This teleconference will cover types of payment remedies, how they work, and the strengths and weaknesses of each. The speakers will discuss how to mix and match remedies to fit particular needs and circumstances, as well as defenses to and limits on  more...

Principles Of Erosion And Sediment Control ...nference will provide you an overview of the soil erosion processes and control. Specific attention will be paid to basic processes and on how to use an understanding of those basics to analyze control structures, practices and procedures, especially for new applications and failed installations. Emphasis will be placed on water erosion, but will also cover other topics from the basic  more...

Transitioning Special Needs Students: It Doesn't Start at 21! ...s as an adult. It addresses each aspect of the transition process and each of the seven areas of transition planning will be addressed. The presenter is in the unique position of working with transition planning since it was initiated. Her hands-on experience allows her the opportunity to put into practice many of the guidelines she has learned. Having attended numerous trainings on the topic  more...

Understanding the Basics of Lean Accounting ...vel manufacturing firms migrate to advanced manufacturing processes, they have become uncertain about the ability of traditional cost accounting tools to provide meaningful and accurate measurements. This teleconference outlines a hands-on view of the process needed to evaluate, establish and maintain lean accounting in a mid-level manufacturing environment. While lean accounting will help  more...

Setting the Stage for Rehiring: Logistic and Liability Issues ...key planning steps you should take from before the rehire process begins through actual rehiring and on-boarding. Topics to be covered include setting the stage for a successful rehire process, identifying which employees to rehire, dealing with employees who are not rehired, and logistical issues from communications to benefits issues and reintegrating employees back into the organization. We  more...

Legal Overview of Financial Records: Obtaining and Understanding the Information BenefitsMany offices today make use of paralegals or legal assistants not only in preparing documents but in reviewing them. Many attorneys rely on elementary representations of income such as the income stated on an income tax return for determining the available funds for child support and maintenance. In many cases, this may be sufficient, such as that of a W-2 wage earner. However, in those  more...

Enterprise Resource Planning - Getting the Payback From Your ERP System ... hierarchy in world class businesses and how the planning process utilizes the ERP system. You will better understand the need for robust metrics and an accountability infrastructure, and will become more aware of the power the ERP discipline has in getting the most return for the effort invested. It will become apparent that there is a lot of opportunity to utilize your ERP system as most  more...

The Claims Process on Federal Government Contracts - Maximizing the Return on Your Investment ...these costs. This teleconference also explains the claims process under federal procurements as well as the options available, including forum selection alternatives, when the claim process does not achieve the desired result. Failing to understand how, when and where to file claims is a common cause for losing money on federal contracts. This workshop is critical for companies to ensure  more...

Alternative Dispute Resolution for Paralegals BenefitsLawyers and paraprofessionals may misunderstand the nature of alternative dispute resolution, including its advantage and disadvantages. The myths that arbitration is 'just like a trial' or 'just like mediation' also can produce confusion. This teleconference helps provide an essential understanding of ADR, focusing on paraprofessionals and others who may never have encountered the unique  more...

Assignments for the Benefit of Creditors: What You Need to Know About ABC's ... covered, as will the advantages and disadvantages to the process as compared to bankruptcy. You will gain a better understanding of the nature of general assignments and how to recognize when the use of an assignment may be advantageous versus the debtor turning to a liquidation under chapter 7 of the bankruptcy code. Attorneys, presidents, vice presidents, branch managers, loan officers,  more...

Revitalizing Vacant Commercial Properties ... how. This teleconference is meant to guide you through a process on how to capitalize on the current market and take advantage of what may be a once in a lifetime opportunity. The teleconference will walk through a simple process that allows you to evaluate a potential deal and the steps you may need to take to make it worth the effort. The ever-changing market will demand a plan and attention  more...

Health Care Facility Design and Development ...mbers of the project team from the outset of the planning process and how the appropriate inclusion of data-based modeling and planning at the front-end can help mitigate project risk. Also included in this teleconference are project case studies that demonstrate the effectiveness of integrated project delivery, and the tools and approaches that can be used for collaborative project success.  more...

Building Preservation: Preventive Measures to Combat Deterioration ...bjectives - You will be able to discuss the investigation process. - You will be able to review restrictions and agency requirements. - You will be able to describe repair, maintenance and reuse. - You will be able to explain problems with structure, leaks and deterioration. Presidents, vice presidents, building owners and managers, architects, engineers, project managers, property and  more...

Implementing a Health Risk Assessment for Your Health Plan: What Works, What Doesn't, What's Legal ...loyees?' This teleconference will allow you to begin the process of implementing a health risk assessment as part of your company health plan or wellness program. Learn about health risk assessment goals and expected outcomes, common design issues and encouraging participation, offering rewards and penalties, overcoming objections and the all-important employee buy-in. You will also learn how  more...

Payroll Hiring Issues: Forms and Tax Credits ...cessary information from new hires that is related to the processing of payroll and payroll taxes. This teleconference will assist you in evaluating your current new hire process as it relates to the completion and filing of specific payroll related forms that may be necessary when an employee is hired. The teleconference will provide examples of IRS and certain state required procedures, and  more...

Purchasing Contract Administration ...lue and avoid tragedy through the contract administration process. It will provide best practices from Fortune 500 companies, tips on how to approach difficult purchasing transactions and insights into the practical problems of taking a deal from start to finish. This teleconference tells it how it is, as well as how it should be, for new procurement professionals and contract administrators.  more...

Simplifying PPE Program Implementation ...on of a PPE program can be a difficult and time-consuming process. Multiple OSHA standards have sections that have PPE requirements, causing confusion regarding which standards apply to a particular situation. New provisions regarding the payment for PPE have been published by OSHA and you need to have this knowledge to be compliant. This teleconference will provide the necessary and updated  more...

Your Organization's Obligations Under the FTC's Red Flags Rule: A Comprehensive Overview ...identity theft prevention programs, the rule sets out the process that organizations must follow to create their own risk-based programs. This teleconference will help you determine whether you are subject to the rule and understand what steps you must take to implement the rule's requirements. The discussion of the rule's scope will take into account various federal agency guidance, recent  more...

Commercial Lending Opinion Letters: Rights, Obligations and Expectations ...wyer deal with the opinion requirement to ensure that the process is handled efficiently and (relatively) inexpensively? This teleconference will help you understand the proper role of the legal opinion and develop techniques to minimize or, hopefully, eliminate unnecessary and wasteful contention over the issues that can arise if the process is not handled intelligently. Attorneys,  more...

Understanding the Development Approval Process ...Process' is a coherent and concise program that will lead you through the essential steps that need to be taken in preparing for and completing the approval process for the development of land with county and municipal authorities, permitting authorities, surrounding property owners and other interest groups. The teleconference will explain the pre application analysis and preparation which is  more...

Best Practices in Budget Development and Analysis ...mes many budget officers and municipal managers begin the process by a rather simple approach: 'Revenues are down 10%, we need to cut the budget by 10%'. Then they wait for the battles to begin, internally with department heads, externally with council members and other public stakeholders. This teleconference will provide budget preparers with a comprehensive framework for preparing the budget  more...

401 (k) Plan Audits-What to Expect of the Process ...n insight into the various entities involved in the audit process and what they contribute to the successful and timely completion of an audit. Understand what an auditor is testing and why. With a coordinated effort of all involved parties, the audit can be completed in an efficient and timely manner. Failure to complete an audit can be costly to a plan sponsor due to a late filing of Form  more...

A Primer on Land Surveys ...l parties involved need to be knowledgeable of the survey process so a proper survey can be assured instead of assumed. With this knowledge, a thoroughly researched, accurate and clear representation of the property can be achieved. Minor discrepancies can be resolved without the devastating effects that oftentimes result. Understanding and working with the surveyor can highlight potential  more...

Concrete Structural Repair Methods ...o work with. As such, anyone involved in the construction process should have a working knowledge of concrete material issues. This teleconference is a comprehensive overview of concrete as a building material and includes material science, in-service performance and behavior, construction and design considerations, common problems and solutions, and contractual issues. Presented by experts in  more...

Managing Construction Projects ...process of construction management can be daunting, especially during the initiation phase of a capital project. Getting your arms around a complex project and then delivering on the benefits is a challenging, yet rewarding, endeavor. This teleconference will introduce the process-based procedures utilized to manage construction projects. We will explain the five project management process  more...

Mixed-Mode Building Design Basics ...systems and will take the audience through a step-by-step process to determine the feasibility of natural ventilation in a given climate. Case studies and examples of projects will be used throughout to demonstrate the energy savings, opportunities and risks associated with mixed-mode conditioning systems. Learning Objectives - You will be able to review the opportunities and risks of  more...

Total Compensation Statements as a Tool to Communicate Total Value BenefitsOften employees look at their base salary as the total value provided by your organization. During these challenging economic times when salary increases are low or nonexistent, creating customized compensation statements for your organization can be a valuable communication tool. Generally, total compensation ranges from 30 to 50 percent above base compensation for an organization and  more...

Conservation Easement Tax Incentives BenefitsIn the current challenging economic conditions, capital remains difficult for individuals and businesses to obtain to meet their working capital and business expansion needs. However, many businesses are unaware that they may already be holding valuable tax assets that can be utilized to generate positive cash-positive and provide significant tax benefits. This teleconference will help  more...

Prequalification in Government Construction Contracts ...e, entities under federal grant programs and bidders' due process rights will also be discussed. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to discuss the relationship between prequalification and responsibility. - You will be able to review the Model Procurement Code. - You will be able to define prequalification and competitive range determinations. - You will be able to describe  more...

Managing Job Accommodations Under the ADA: Using Medical Experts ... You as the employer should control the job accommodation process - but how do you do that? What are your legal obligations? More importantly, what are your rights? When and what type of medical documentation can be requested of the employee? When can you request an IME? When can you use a medical expert? Join us to find the answers to these questions. Human resource managers, benefit and  more...

Current Issues in Development Impact Fees ...an increasingly dominant role in the development approval process. Public agencies, from cities to regional air quality regulators to local sanitation districts, increasingly depend upon fee-type revenues not only to address needs for public facilities directly attributable to new development but also to sustain infrastructure commitments and to mitigate indirect impacts of development on parts  more...

Basics of Reverse Osmosis for Brackish Groundwater Treatment nMany professionals in membrane desalination design, operation and maintenance are faced with the difficult task of keeping current on the rapidly changing technology. Reverse osmosis membrane products change as the suppliers introduce new models. How and when to best apply these products and what features and benefits they offer must be analyzed before optimum performance can be realized.  more...

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Procedures: What You Need to Know ...ptcy pie. This teleconference will discuss the Chapter 13 process and how it differs from Chapter 7 bankruptcies. It details the structure of the typical Chapter 13 case and presents pointers on maximizing the recovery of you and your client. This teleconference is geared to those who have some knowledge of the bankruptcy process but who wish to expand that knowledge in order to increase their  more...

Don't Bet the Company: Understanding and Avoiding Class Actions in Labor and Employment Law! ... and add hundreds of additional claims through the simple process of becoming a class action. Not only do you have to pay a huge settlement to a large number of class members, but attorney's fees are added on top of that. A classic example of this concerns overtime payments. Employees may show up early or stay a few minutes late, but the employer is responsible for paying overtime for this  more...

Paperless Payroll: Essentials to a Seamless Transition ... every organization is looking to reduce costs. Paperless processes have the potential to be a healthy boost to the bottom line without eliminating employees. The notion of paperless payroll has come a long way since the introduction of direct deposit in the 1970's, but despite the advances, most companies are still distributing paper checks, pay advices and W2s. In this teleconference, we'll  more...

Practical and Legal Aspects of Real Estate Auctions nIn today's uncertain real estate economy, many real estate developers, investors and fiduciaries are holding surplus inventory with poor turnover performance and a grim outlook on return on investment. The carrying costs to maintain the property during a lengthy conventional brokerage sale weaken the asset's physical properties and investment potential. Real estate auctions have been a viable  more...

Introduction to New ICD-10 Coding: Preparing for Implementation nThe International Classification of Disease and Operations, Ninth Edition has out-lived its usefulness for capturing morbidity and mortality amongst the world population. Most developed nations transitioned to ICD-10 several years ago, but because of the tie of ICD-9-CM to payments in the United States there have been a series of delays in the US implementation. As the US moves a lightening speed  more...

Voir Dire: Effective Techniques for Getting and Using the Information You Need ...er, the rules and procedures governing the jury selection process are often informal, subject to the broad discretion of the trial court, and can vary widely between jurisdictions, judges and even different cases before the same judge. A trial lawyer's strike decisions are some of the most important strategic decisions made in any jury trial. Yet, often those decisions must be made with little  more...

How To Prevent Construction Projects From Going Bad ...process may have become more risky than ever. This teleconference focuses on actions you can take to keep your project pointed toward success. It addresses the steps that can and should be taken to help anticipate, identify and manage the problems inherent in the construction process. n nThis teleconference is intended to benefit attendees who want to have a better understanding of the  more...

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

Making It Through the Land Entitlement Process nWith a multilayered regulatory framework and a myriad of reviewing agencies and stakeholders, the land entitlement process is often bewildering. The rules, processes and players vary widely by jurisdiction but there are common keys to success. Get an insider's perspective on differentiating the various regulatory processes, understanding and addressing stakeholder concerns, getting staff on your  more...

Creating Investment Policies For Your Nonprofit: Risk Tolerance, Reserve Funds and Portfolio Management Capacity ...ures. n nYou will be guided through the investment policy process from both a managerial and accountant perspective. This teleconference will provide you with the skills to develop policies to support and expand your current portfolio of funds. You will walk away from this event with the following knowledge: the impact of short-term and long-term goals on investments policies; endowment fund  more...

More Affordable and Sustainable Communities: The Role of Good Design for Workforce Housing ...have proven to help expedite the design and public review process, saving time and money for developers, and resulting in developments that better meet the needs of the residents. n nLearning Objectives n- You will be able to design for density. n- You will be able to combine sociocultural factors. n- You will be able to discuss community participation. n- You will be able to review the  more...

Community Benefit Agreements ...eements can increase public participation in the planning process, promote smart growth and environmental justice goals, and bring neighborhoods, local governments, and private interests together to make development projects more sustainable, transparent and accountable. Negotiating a CBA can be a win-win solution for community groups and developers. The community receives assurances about job  more...

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

Construction Delays Caused by Permitting ...t practices, such as carefully considering the permitting process during the development of the design and construction schedule. You will also learn how to handle claims that arise from permitting delays. n nLearning Objectives n- You will be able to plan for permitting and permitting delays in your contract documents. n- You will be able to interpret force majeure provisions. n- You will be  more...

Real Estate Market Studies: Critical Decision Tool or Superfluous Information? ...ter understanding of what is involved in the market study process and how to ensure the most insightful results. The outcome of a market study can make or break a project - be prepared to secure the best decision-making results possible. n nLearning Objectives n- You will be able to identify the best providers of market studies. n- You will be able to formulate a scope of work to suit the needs  more...

Preparing for and Properly Reacting To Legal and Illegal Drug and Alcohol Use in the Workplace nDrug and alcohol abuse continues to have a huge impact on employee productivity and safety. At the same time, recognizing drug and alcohol abuse is outside the expertise of most managers and human resource personnel, while dealing with the problem improperly can lead to significant liability under federal and law, including the Americans With Disabilities Act and employee privacy laws. This  more...

Supply Chain Strategies in a Down Economy nOrganizations of all sizes and across all industries are struggling to meet earning targets in this down economy. Hardly a day goes by when you don't read about layoffs or other drastic measures that companies are taking to cope during the current economic downturn. What can companies do to help weather the storm? Taking an aggressive look at supplier costs can be a key strategy for shoring up  more...

Effective Exit Interviews nMost employers are always looking for ways to improve employee relations, attract new employees and retain the ones they have. But how do you know what to do to improve if you don't know what employees are looking for or why they are leaving? n nImplemented properly, a good exit interview program can provide an employer with a host of valuable information that can be used to improve its employee  more...

Purchasing Contract Disputes ...gain an understanding of standard contract provisions and processes used by Fortune 500 companies to constructively address the typical disputes that arise in any business relationship. You will also learn about the process of moving from negotiation of business disputes to maintaining and successfully asserting your legal remedies under a purchasing contract. The teleconference will deal with  more...

Designing Effective Interest Rate Risk Management in Turbulent Times ...ement of interest rate risk and their use in the decision process. We will explore the value proposition between doing what we need to for regulatory compliance versus making decisions that requires more education, analysis and, in some cases, assistance. We will look at the common measurement practices using real examples and assess the decisions that would be made with each tool, showing that  more...

Uniform Division of Income for Tax Purposes (UDIPTA): Business vs. Nonbusiness Income Tax ...sed significance to multistate businesses that are in the process of selling assets, liquidating or ceasing operations. This introductory teleconference details the mechanics of UDITPA and how that set of uniform laws requires allocation of nonbusiness income to a particular state and apportionment of business income among the states in which the business conducts activities. It also details,  more...

Maximizing Innovation and Design Process Credits for LEED. Certification ...ations, which may qualify under the Innovation and Design Process section. The IDP section and qualifications policy has been reworked under the 2009 revisions to the LEED® program. n nThe information in this teleconference is important to anyone involved with major green building projects and is useful for building professionals who will engage in more lengthy training to become LEED®  more...

Begin With the Brain: Three Things Educators Need to Know! ...t. To assure long-term retention, the brain must actively process new learning using a variety of instructional strategies. You'll gain specific practical strategies to help reduce student stress, create systems and procedures for effective classroom management, encourage discovery play and orchestrate opportunities for active processing. Discover how to create a brain and body compatible  more...

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

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

Challenges and Contractual Issues With Sub-Subcontractors ... unique challenges and concerns - from dealing with a bid process that can lock in a bidding subcontractor without any written agreement, to subcontractor form contracts that are written largely, if not entirely, in favor of the general contractor. In addition to concerns in bidding and contract formation, a subcontractor must constantly evaluate and preserve its relationship with the prime  more...

Overcome Your Competition: Stand Out in a Crowded Marketplace ...he highest levels in the organization, your qualification process is suspect at best. Too many times sales professionals employ a bottom-up sales approach versus the top-down approach that has proven to be more effective. Even the best sales skills, or sales approach, even the quid pro quo approach, is not effective if applied to the wrong people. As economic conditions become more challenging,  more...

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

Multiplaintiff Settlement Negotiations ...sing the more restrictive FLSA collective action "opt-in" process. Where courts have shown reluctance to certify Rule 23 classes under discrimination laws, plaintiffs' counsel simply bring multiplaintiff cases naming long lists of employees as co-plaintiffs. Dukes v. Wal-Mart may herald a revival and expansion of discrimination class actions. Employers are confronted with the burden, expense  more...

Noise Control Design for Condominium and Multifamily Dwellings ... but they also want assurance during the design and sales process that footfall noise from above and airborne noise from adjacent units will be adequately controlled. This teleconference will help designers and contractors address noise issues by identifying what the design, sales and construction pitfalls can be, and addressing those issues during the different phases of the project. n  more...

Issues Surrounding Student Discipline ...ts. Of course, a failure to observe proper procedures and processes could also result in a reviewing body, reversing the discipline imposed in a particular case, thereby causing a substantial disruption of the educational process. Developing and adhering to a systemic process for student discipline is the most effective way to avoid such problematic results. This teleconference will assist you  more...

Aging Building Management: Best Practices in Development Long-Term Capital Plans ...rious stakeholders in the capital planning and management process must be able to see the long-term impact of different investment decisions. In addition to condition information, by considering sustainability recommendations along with systems life cycle requirements, building owners and managers can optimize recapitalization and greening initiatives. n nRegister for this teleconference and  more...

AIA and ConsensusDOCS Contract Documents: Comparison and Contrast ...when the parties involved in the construction contracting process encounter standard form contract documents. Two of the principal sources of such standard form construction contract documents have both recently issued the 2007 editions of their respective families of contract forms. The long established family of documents published by the American Institute of Architects has been  more...

From Contact to Contract: The Ladder Approach to Managing a Sale ...ortunities, even with prospects who do become clients the process is difficult, fraught with worry and uncertainty, and wastes a great deal of the salesperson's time and energy. Managing a sale need not be chaotic. The ladder method is a logical progression process that will allow you to maintain complete control of the sales process, save time and energy by keeping your prospect engaged and  more...