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Predictive Analytics World Predictive Analytics World is the business-focused event for predictive analytics professionals, managers and commercial practitioners, covering today's commercial deployment of predictive analytics, across industries and across software vendors. The conference delivers case studies, expertise and resources to achieve two objectives: 1) Bigger wins: Strengthen the business impact delivered by  more...

Project 2003 Scheduling and Gantt Charts There will be times when our full two-day Microsoft Project course is more than you need. Perhaps all you really need to know is how to schedule tasks using MS Project, and perhaps to create and print Gantt charts? This concise one-day course is an alternative to our longer two-day course, for busy project managers who do not need to know everything that Project can do. For a full list of  more...

Project 2007 Scheduling and Gantt Charts There will be times when our full two-day Microsoft Project 2007 course is more than you need. Perhaps all you really need to know is how to schedule tasks using MS Project, and maybe how to create and print Gantt charts? This concise one-day course is an alternative to our longer two-day course, for busy project managers who do not need to know everything that Project 2007 can do. For a full  more...

Prevailing Wage Law Benefits strong Discover no-hassle ways to comply with prevailing wage law- and get the job done! /strong The application of the Prevailing Wage Act is expanding even as you read this! If you're a public body official or contractor who has worked in the public arena, you need to stay updated on this evolving area of the law. And if you're new to public work, you need to learn about the current  more...

Employment Law From A to Z Benefits strong Get the training you need to avoid compliance confusion and expensive litigation. /strong Prevent the financially crippling employee claims and lawsuits that plague employers in hard financial times. Register for this seminar and get the money-saving employment savvy your company has been looking for. Let local experts teach you how to create compliant practices and bulletproof  more...

Document Retention and Destruction Benefits strong Are you sure you want to throw that document away? /strong New regulations - the constant threat of audits - the increased use of e-discovery - in today's changing legal environment, you're asking for trouble if you don't have an effective document retention and destruction policy in place. And even if you do, standards are changing - have your policies changed with them? Attend  more...

Foreclosure and Repossession Benefits strong Protect your organization - know the ins and outs of foreclosure and repossession. /strong Due to the recent trends in the real estate industry, foreclosures are on the rise. Don't miss this opportunity to learn fast and effective ways to proceed in the event that a foreclosure or repossession becomes necessary. Sign up and discover how bankruptcy law relates to foreclosures and  more...

Bankruptcy Benefits strong Get up to speed on bankruptcy practice - you can't afford not to. /strong In today's economy, many corporations and individuals are dealing with bankruptcy either directly or indirectly. Attend this seminar to expand your bankruptcy expertise and get updated on current bankruptcy law developments. Hear about the latest trends in lien avoidance and preference actions. Get answers  more...

Employment-Related Records Benefits strong Protect your organization - know the ins and outs of employment-related records issues. /strong In one day you can learn a hassle-free way to keep your records audit-ready. Attend this seminar and get the legal and practical information you need to ensure compliance with recordkeeping laws. Developing and maintaining employment and business records are extremely important  more...

Current Issues in Storm Water Regulation Benefits strong Save money by avoiding costly mistakes in storm water management. /strong From recent litigation to changing permitting standards, failing to stay on top of current issues related to storm water regulation is risky. In this seminar, you'll get answers to all your questions, such as: What are the most effective storm water sampling techniques? What new case and policy decisions  more...

Medical Records Law Benefits strong Save time and money by improving your organization's efficiency in handling medical records. /strong Get surefire techniques for avoiding complaints, penalties and even lawsuits - learn to tackle even the toughest medical records dilemmas in just one day! In today's changing legal landscape, staying current is crucial to avoid costly fines and time-consuming legal battles.  more...

Administering the Family and Medical Leave Act Under the New Regulations Benefits strong Get relief for leave headaches. Write the proper prescription for complex leave issues. /strong Don't fall into the same traps others have. Take the first step toward minimizing your liability - attend this seminar and get practical tips on how to effectively navigate through complex FMLA issues. Failing to comply with the complicated requirements of this law can result in  more...

Managing Employee Documentation and Discharge Benefits strong Don't be caught unaware. Learn about the traps that await the unwary. /strong Eliminate expensive and time-consuming legal battles by making sure you have the latest developments and defense strategies at your fingertips. Documentation can be a hassle - but you may need it later to show you had legitimate reasons for disciplining or terminating an employee. What's more, courts  more...

Construction Lien Law Benefits strong Exercise your lien rights and be prepared for any legal battles on the horizon - Don't be caught off guard! /strong Attend this seminar and learn strategies for tackling lien and bond issues in any project. Find out how to efficiently collect payment for your work or supplies - or protect your property from unwarranted liens. Or, if you're an attorney, learn how to properly  more...

Current Issues in Renewable Energy Sources Benefits strong Get on the road to success in using renewable energy sources - and get ahead in your field. /strong Attend this cutting-edge seminar and stay informed of the latest issues related to renewable energy sources. You'll gain a clear understanding of emerging regulatory issues for renewable energy projects. Meet the challenges ahead and find out what you need to know about financing  more...

Public Contracts and Procurement Regulations Benefits strong Discover how to navigate the minefields of public contracting and competitive bidding with ease. /strong Do you want to know how to minimize the looming pitfalls inherent in public contracting? Now you can - attend this seminar and enhance your knowledge of the complex and always changing system of laws and regulations involved in public contracting and procurement. You'll find  more...

Charitable Nonprofits Benefits strong Charitable organizations are under increasing scrutiny - are you following the rules? /strong Successfully operating a tax-exempt California charitable corporation is complicated, particularly in light of post-Enron corporate governance rules and increasing focus and scrutiny by the Internal Revenue Service. Attend this seminar and get an overview of a broad range of corporate  more...

Sales and Use Tax Benefits strong Learn sales and use tax essentials now that will save money for your company or clients tomorrow. /strong You can avoid crippling fines and make tax audits manageable with an updated knowledge of Colorado sales and use tax rules and regulations. Attend this seminar and we'll help you identify the myriad of sales and use tax issues relevant to your company or clients. Register  more...

IRS Form 1099 Reporting: What You Need to Know Benefits strong The 1099 forms are confusing - Can you afford to only grasp the basics? /strong Independent contractors save your business money, but increasing IRS scrutiny can put you at risk. Fail to meet all the 1099 filing requirements and you may land in a hotbed of penalties. With a maze of 1099 forms, and confusing and ever-changing IRS reporting guidelines, mastering the 1099 can be a  more...

Insurance Bad Faith Claims Benefits strong Learn how to navigate through complex insurance bad faith claims - and prevent costly mistakes. /strong Attend this seminar and you'll hear from a panel of experienced plaintiff and defense attorneys who have been involved in developing insurance bad faith law in Washington. You'll get insight on the legal principles governing these claims, as well as how these cases are  more...

Texas Margin Tax BenefitsAttend this seminar and you'll learn how to navigate through Texas margin tax issues - and prevent costly mistakes. Learn what revenues and costs businesses need to track and monitor in order to maximize their Texas state tax benefits. Find out what considerations to keep in mind when planning for commonly-owned entities. Come learn about the tax that's filled with exemptions, deductions  more...

The Fundamentals of Construction Contracts: Understanding the Issues Benefits strong Today's economic struggles demand a thorough knowledge of contracts - know your risks before you sign. /strong Keep your risks to a minimum and your profits to a maximum. Construction contracts can help you do this and much more! Sign up for this seminar and get a working understanding of contracts to minimize your risk of devastating financial loss in today's uncertain economic  more...

Managing Construction Projects Benefits strong Are you asking for construction claims and litigation - without even realizing it? /strong Make sure your projects are completed on time and within budget - minus costly claims and lawsuits. Staying current on construction issues and trends has never been this important and it's never been this easy. Attend this seminar and get the critical information and updates you need to  more...

Water Rights Sales and Transfers Benefits strong Don't drown in complex water law - get the tools to buy and sell the right way. /strong Get solutions to the tough water law challenges developers face in Nevada, from finding the water to handling the purchase agreement to transferring it to the site. Usable water is becoming more valuable by the day - make this seminar your first stop in getting the water you need to prevent a  more...

AIA Contracts Benefits strong Know what you're getting into before you sign your next AIA contract. /strong Help is available for understanding complex AIA contract provisions - get it now, before you wind up with costly delays or time-consuming lawsuits. Join us for this seminar and get a solid understanding of commonly used AIA documents and how to use them to minimize your liability. Discover how to  more...

Eminent Domain for Attorneys Benefits strong Look before you leap - master the ins and outs of eminent domain. /strong Even in the environment we are currently in, the demands for private property for public use are still here. Attend this seminar and stay on top of key legal topics in the field of eminent domain condemnation from the perspective of both the property owner and the condemning agency. Property owners  more...

Form 990 Benefits strong Navigate the new IRS Form 990 - hear the critical issues every nonprofit leader needs to know! /strong Walk through the Form 990 and get the expert knowledge you need to file correctly. Exempt organizations' tax forms have become more important as they're scrutinized by the IRS, Congress, the media, competitors, disgruntled employees and others. Attend this seminar and make sure  more...

Managing Absenteeism Benefits strong Do you have the latest and most effective strategies for managing absenteeism in your company? /strong Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on managing employee absences in Alberta. Understand the intricacies of attendance management. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding human rights. Avoid problems down the road by protecting yourself and your  more...

Workers' Compensation Update BenefitsIf workers' comp costs are a thorn in your side - and why wouldn't they be? - fear not! There is a way for you to immediately lower your costs and your frustration. And it's easy too! Join us for this seminar and get up-to-the-minute strategies and legal updates. Minimize future workers' comp costs and legal hassles with best practices from top experts in the field. Stop wasting valuable  more...

Groundwater and Wells: Shared Resources Benefits strong Skillfully maneuver through groundwater well challenges. /strong Attend this cutting-edge seminar and get helpful strategies on groundwater conditions and management. You'll gain a clear understanding of water banking. Meet the challenges ahead and find out what you need to know about well rehabilitation. These are just a few of the valuable tips we'll discuss at this must-attend  more...

Understanding Geotechnical Reports and Designs Benefits strong Discover how to understand geotechnical reports and designs with ease. /strong Subsurface conditions and geotechnical recommendations can significantly impact a project's financial success, beginning from site selection and project go/no-go decisions through completion of foundation and site construction. You need to understand geotechnical reports in order to make decisions  more...

EEOC Compliance BenefitsStay informed of current issues and recent court decisions to minimize your risk for discrimination charges - or even a lawsuit. Attend this seminar and get a comprehensive look at what you need to know to protect your organization from costly legal troubles. Discover the key reporting requirements and proper termination practices you need to stay in compliance with ever-evolving EEO  more...

Unemployment Insurance 101: Assessing and Responding to Claims for U.I. Benefits Benefits strong Unemployment insurance disputes can be complex and involve many different factors. /strong Attend this seminar and learn how to achieve prompt and cost-efficient resolutions to your employee benefit claims. You will get expert advice on how to evaluate different situations and determine if a former employee is eligible for unemployment insurance benefits. Learn how to address  more...

Wetland Regulation Benefits strong Learn how to navigate through complex wetland regulations - and prevent costly mistakes. /strong Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on wetland regulation in your area. Understand the intricacies of the Clean Water Act. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding civil enforcement. Avoid problems down the road by protecting yourself and your company - find  more...

What You Need to Know About Public Records and Open Meetings Benefits strong With the recent changes to the Illinois laws, what you don't know can hurt you - know the ins and outs of public records and open meetings. /strong Effective January 1st, 2010, the rules that you need to know to properly handle information requests and open meetings is changing dramatically. Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on the Illinois Freedom of  more...

Law of Easements and Eminent Domain: Legal Issues and Practical Considerations Benefits strong You've found yourself face-to-face with an easement - now what? /strong You can get what you need from your real estate despite the intimidating complexity of easements. Whether you're looking to comply with one, fight one or draft one, our local experts will give you the know-how you need to succeed - without getting caught in exhausting and expensive legal battles. Come to  more...

SEQRA Benefits strong Find out how you can prosper in spite of complex laws and changing legal standards in New York. /strong We'll show you how to overcome any obstacles you may encounter - including issues surrounding the supplementation of SEQRA review. Hear about the latest trends in mitigation measures. Get all your toughest questions answered regarding bringing and defending SEQRA litigation.  more...

Judgment Enforcement Benefits strong Learn how to turn your judgment into money. /strong The economy is tightening, and consumers and businesses are feeling the pinch. Don't get caught in the crunch - attend this seminar and learn valuable strategies for collecting money and avoiding liability. It's true that anyone can do collection work - but to do it properly, you need to know more than the raw mechanics. At  more...

Property Tax Benefits strong Yes, you can handle property tax issues without fear! /strong Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on property tax issues and trends. Understand the intricacies of personal and real property assessment. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding property tax incentives. Avoid problems down the road by protecting yourself and your company - find out exactly  more...

Basics of Colorado Water Law Benefits strong Colorado water law compliance is an uphill battle - do you know what you're up against? /strong Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to water law in Colorado. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about deep groundwater. You'll get an inside look at how to respond to confusing issues  more...

Managing Construction Projects Benefits strong Don't lose valuable time and money - join us and find out how to improve your project management skills. /strong Make sure your projects are completed on time and within budget - minus costly claims and lawsuits. Staying current on construction issues and trends has never been this important and it's never been this easy. Attend this seminar and hear industry professionals share  more...

Employment Standards Act Benefits strong Get the training you need to avoid compliance confusion, complaints and penalties. /strong Prevent the financially crippling employee claims and penalties that plague employers in today's workplace. Register for this seminar and get the Employment Standards Act savvy your company has been looking for. Let local experts teach you how to create compliant practices and bulletproof  more...

Sales and Use Tax Laws of Texas and Louisiana Benefits strong Sales and use tax laws in Texas and Louisiana are confusing and many - is your business at risk? /strong Mistakes made when collecting, paying or reporting tax can result in your business incurring serious liabilities - for taxes, interest and penalties. This seminar provides the perfect opportunity to get the most current information on all aspects of complicated multistate  more...

Document Retention and Destruction Benefits strong Are you sure you want to throw that document away? /strong New regulations - the constant threat of audits - the increased use of e-discovery - in today's changing legal environment, you're asking for trouble if you don't have an effective record retention and destruction policy in place. And even if you do, standards are changing - have your policies changed with them? Attend  more...

Employment Law From A to Z Benefits strong Get the training you need to avoid compliance confusion and expensive mistakes. /strong Today - more than ever - the ability to navigate through the maze of federal and provincial employment laws is essential. At the same time, the changing economic landscape and the increasingly diverse workforce require that employers adapt quickly through hiring, managing and restructuring the  more...

Advanced Sales and Use Tax Benefits strong Looking for a proactive approach to complex sales and use tax challenges? /strong State tax departments hire and dispatch more and more auditors every year. Your best defense is a solid education in advanced sales and use tax issues. At this informative seminar, you'll get the best strategies for complying with regulations, handling multistate issues and tackling  more...

Return-to-Work Issues in Workers' Compensation Benefits strong Protect your organization - know the ins and outs of return-to-work issues in workers' compensation. /strong Employers today face multiple legal and rehabilitative issues arising from illness, injuries and absences from work. It's crucial for you to understand your obligations and employees' rights. Attend this seminar and learn the essentials of the statutory schemes relating to  more...

Commercial and Real Estate Loan Documents: More Than Just Papers Benefits strong A sour economy can mean increased scrutiny in lending - are your loan documents up to the challenge? /strong Gain the confidence that can only come from secure, well-drafted loan documentation. Attend this convenient one-day seminar and get the tools you need to make sure you can still recover your money when payment stops coming. Learn to make the ironclad loan documents that  more...

Building Codes Benefits strong Don't just guess - know that your project is code-compliant. /strong Prevent mistakes and fines before they happen. Come to this seminar and find out how building code compliance at the front end will save you from headaches, charges and costly project delays throughout the building process. Register today and hear experts simplify building code issues and help you stay out of  more...

Drug Testing in the Workplace and Rehabilitation of Workers Benefits strong Do you have the latest and most effective strategies for drug testing in the workplace? /strong Register for this information-packed seminar and get a win-win approach to drug testing in the workplace and rehabilitation of workers. Hear about the latest trends in drug testing programs and privacy issues. Get all your toughest questions answered regarding the impact of human  more...

Collection Law: The Good, the Bad and the Profitable What you don't know can hurt you - stay updated on collection law. Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to collection law in Saskatchewan. You'll gain a clear understanding of the legal process in getting from debt to judgment. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to help you succeed - no matter what challenges arise. Don't miss this  more...

Police Liability How to avoid the pitfalls of ­­­police liability - what you don't know could hurt you. Allegations of police misconduct frequently make headline news throughout the United States. Civil rights lawsuits against police are common and are likely to increase as our diverse society places more and more emphasis on individual rights. Attend this seminar and learn the skills you need to handle every  more...

Trucking Litigation and D.O.T. Regulations Jump-start your next case by getting up to date on trucking regulations and litigation tactics. Drug and alcohol testing, CDL standards, driver qualification rules, hours of service, hazardous materials - navigating the labyrinth of trucking regulations and thorny issues is a challenge even for experienced professionals. Maneuvering through this maze in the dark is just setting up yourself - and  more...

Workers' Compensation Concerned about how workers' compensation law is changing - and how your practices may be impacted? Join us for this must-attend seminar and get surefire techniques for overcoming challenges surrounding the WCB appeal system. Gain winning strategies for navigating the labyrinth of claims management issues. Solve your toughest problems regarding communications with the health care professional  more...

Effective Management Strategies for Supervisors: What You Don't Know Can Hurt You Are you asking for an employment lawsuit - without even realizing it? The key to effective management strategies is to take a proactive approach - avoid employment disputes before they arise. Attend this seminar and you'll learn about the importance of having an employment agreement in place with employees, as well as the keys to retaining valuable employees. You'll also gain insight on how to  more...

Human Resource Fundamentals Get the HR training you need to avoid compliance confusion and expensive litigation. Prevent the financially crippling employee claims and lawsuits that plague employers in hard financial times. Register for this seminar and get the money-saving employment savvy your company has been looking for. Let local experts teach you how to create compliant practices and bulletproof policies. With a slew  more...

Green Building and Sustainable Design in New Jersey Green building isn't as costly as you think - find out how to save money while minimizing your risk. Yes, you can build green and save money. Unfortunately, many professionals lack the know-how to make sure their budgets don't suffer. Even for those who do, green technology and legal issues are changing so fast that it may seem impossible to keep up. That's where we can help! Attend this seminar  more...

Understanding Individuals With Asperger's Syndrome or High Functioning Autism Rise to the challenges of educating students with Asperger's syndrome or high functioning autism. Join us for this unique seminar and obtain strategies to help develop the social, emotional and communicational skills of those with Asperger's syndrome or high functioning autism. With the increased prevalence of autism spectrum disorders in schools, teachers need more tools to understand these  more...

LLCs: Advanced Planning and Latest Trends Steer clear of the common pitfalls that plague LLCs. Choosing the proper business entity is crucial to the success of a new business, and more and more small businesses are choosing LLCs. Unfortunately, many businesses are unprepared for the tax consequences associated with these entities. Attend this seminar and get the information you need to make informed decisions regarding forming, operating  more...

Medicaid and Elder Law: Representing Clients in a New Legal Landscape Learn proven strategies for navigating the Medicaid maze. Discover how to protect your clients' assets and provide the high-quality services they're looking for. To properly advise our increasing elder population, it's essential that you know the fundamentals of Medicaid and elder planning. Attend this vital seminar and explore the complexities of Medicaid eligibility, discover the latest  more...

Developing Behavior Plans for Children With Aggressive Behavior Helping children with aggressive behavior is challenging. Make it easier with a clear plan of action. Educators are often required to create a behavior plan to help students overcome aggressive behavior. There's a lot to consider in this dizzying process - educational staff, parents, a slew of regulations and - most importantly - the student whose behavior has become a challenge. Take control of  more...

Michigan Business Taxes Prevent costly mistakes by learning the essentials of Michigan business taxes - including all the latest updates. Attend this cutting-edge seminar and get helpful insight and recent updates on Michigan's business taxes. You'll gain a clear understanding of the two components of the Michigan business taxes - the modified gross receipts tax and the business income tax. Meet the challenges ahead and  more...

Tricks, Traps and Ploys Used in Construction Scheduling Protect your project - understand the risk and benefits of the construction schedule. Efficiently plan and construct your next project - join us for this seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues surrounding construction scheduling. You'll gain an understanding of CPM as both a claims analysis tool and management tool. Register today to gain the practical insight you need to deal with any  more...

Zoning, Subdivision and Land Development Law Use inventive techniques to get through the zoning and land development process in one piece. Go beyond zoning basics and learn what you need to know to succeed in land development. You'll learn what makes a project successful and how to present an effective case in the land use process. Register today and discover new strategies for preparing complete applications, working with local boards and  more...

Negotiating, Documenting and Enforcing Arkansas Leases Discover how to avoid the pitfalls of residential and commercial leases. Register today for this informative seminar and get critical insight on negotiating, documenting and enforcing leases in Arkansas. You'll find out what you should include in the lease to avoid problems down the line - such as rent and security deposit details, and what happens in case of default. Gain a better understanding  more...

The Americans With Disabilities Act and the Impact of the 2008 Amendments Concerned about how the ADA has changed - and how your workplace may be impacted? Now - more than ever - it's important for your organization to understand updated ADA requirements and develop strategies to document compliance and minimize your risk. Attend this seminar and get the guidance your company needs to avoid costly and time-consuming discrimination lawsuits. Register now and get up to  more...

Payroll Compliance Are you tangled in a web of confusing payroll and leave laws? Employee lawsuits and government agency enforcement actions for wage and hour violations are at an all-time high. In this environment, the potential costs to you and your company - both in terms of dollars and bad publicity - of mistakes in classifying employees, calculating compensable working time and overtime, and administering  more...

Subdividing Real Property: Legal, Practical and Technical Issues Learn how to navigate through complex subdivision procedures - and prevent costly mistakes. Even in the current tight economy, you can be successful - and even prosper - in subdividing real property. Take advantage of this timely opportunity to boost your income by learning about the complex subdivision process under Georgia law. Discover how the subdivision process interacts with other land use  more...

Strategies to Assess and Treat Children With Behavioural and Attention Disorders Do you have the latest and most effective strategies for treating children with behavioural disorders? Join us for this must-attend seminar and get practical insight on assessing and treating children with behavioural and attention disorders. Gain winning strategies for navigating the various stages of a child's emotional development. Get practical advice on using naturopathic medicine to help  more...

Immigration Law and Employer Compliance: A New Era for Employer Liability Learn to walk the tightrope of immigration law compliance - before you're faced with a government audit. In February 2008, U.S. Attorney General Michael Mukasey and Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff announced stepped-up efforts against employers of undocumented immigrants, including more criminal prosecutions and higher civil fines. Many companies take a head-in-the-sand approach,  more...

Workplace Investigations Master the ins and outs of workplace investigations before you're faced with a lawsuit. Join us for this innovative seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues surrounding workplace investigations in New York. Understand the intricacies of properly conducting, concluding and documenting an investigation. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding interviewing. Avoid problems down the road  more...

Using OCIPs and CCIPs Increase your project efficiency and profitability - learn the intricacies of OCIPs and CCIPs. Increasingly, owners and contractors are turning to OCIPs and CCIPs to insure some or all parties to a construction project. Whether you're the sponsor of a program or an enrolled party in someone else's program, this seminar will help you navigate the complexities of contract language, bid credits,  more...

Employee Discharge and Documentation When can flawed documentation be worse than none at all? Recent cases emphasize that conducting an effective investigation is critical when it comes to human rights and discrimination complaints. You need practical strategies to address sensitive issues in the workplace - including a solid performance management strategy that will limit your liability and minimize potential damages. Register for  more...

Time Off: State and Federal Laws on Employee Leave, Vacations and Holidays Get up to date on ADA amendments, new FMLA regulations and other cutting-edge leave issues. Do your employees ever need to show up for work? Sometimes it may seem like the answer is no. Laws regarding leave and time off benefits are among the most perplexing aspects of dealing with employees in today's workplace due to the various complex and confusing laws involved. The constantly evolving laws  more...

The 8 Greatest Estate Planning Techniques Master the intricacies of estate planning today and help your clients plan for tomorrow. Help your clients save money and tears down the road - learn all the latest and most effective techniques for dealing with the uncertainty of estate planning in today's politically charged atmosphere. The estate tax may change, but your clients' peace of mind doesn't need to. Give your clients the security  more...

Legal Issues Facing the Construction Professional in Texas: The Most Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them Stop construction project nightmares in their tracks - get on the right track from the start. Attend this seminar and make sure your next project is free of claims and disputes - and learn how to effectively handle these problems when things go wrong. Regardless of how well-planned your construction project is, unexpected circumstances can impede your success and potentially cost you far more in  more...

Green or Sustainable Construction Stay ahead of the curve - learn how to incorporate the latest green building practices into your next project. Green technology and technical issues are changing so fast that it may seem impossible to keep up. That's where we can help! Attend this seminar and discover how green buildings can help you make more money because they're more attractive to buyers. Hear an informative case study to  more...

Defending a Workers' Compensation Claim Find out how to minimize workers' compensation costs - stay afloat in these challenging economic times. If workers' compensation costs are a thorn in your side - and why wouldn't they be? - fear not! There is a way for you to immediately lower your costs and your frustration. And it's easy too! Join us for this seminar and get up-to-the-minute strategies and legal updates. Minimize future  more...

The Uniform Commercial Code Article 9 Update Concerned about how UCC Article 9 has changed - and how your practices may be impacted? Attend this enlightening seminar and learn how to decipher revised Article 9 rules that seem to be causing the greatest problems in the commercial world. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about collateral descriptions. You'll get an inside look at how to  more...

Employee Handbooks: Everything You Need to Know to Keep You Out of Trouble Protect your organization - know the ins and outs of employee handbooks. Is it better to have an employee handbook or not to have one in today's litigious society? Will regulatory agencies look at your company more favorably, and what will they look for? Is it better to write your own or order one online? Long or short? How often to update it? These and other pertinent questions will be the topic  more...

The Basics of Business Banking Litigation, Default, Workout, Repossession, Foreclosure and Bankruptcy: A Secured Lender's Perspe Protect your organization - know the ins and outs ofbankruptcy from the creditor's perspective. Register for this information-packed seminar and get an overview of common legal issues arising in defaulted loan situations involving secured business loans. Hear about the latest trends in lien avoidance. Get all your toughest questions answered regarding automatic stay issues. We'll show you how to  more...

Health Insurance Boot Camp Concerned about how health insurance is changing - and how your practices may be impacted? What a dilemma! Every day it's in the newspaper, on the Internet and in our businesses - the rising cost of health care versus the high cost of turnover in a low unemployment environment. Employers want to provide a benefit package that will help retain employees, and yet they have to wrestle with the  more...

The Impact of the Great Lakes Water Compact in Ohio Discover how to navigate the Great Lakes Water Compact with ease. Attend this enlightening seminar and find out what you need to know about the impact of the Great Lakes Water Compact in Ohio. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about how this affects water law and practices in your area. You'll get an inside look at how the compact affects  more...

Construction Management/Design-Build How to avoid the pitfalls of ­­­construction management and design-build - what you don't know could hurt you. Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to construction management and design-build. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about risk management. You'll get an inside look at how to respond to  more...

Eminent Domain Learn how to navigate through complex eminent domain procedures - and prevent costly mistakes. Attend this cutting-edge seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues related to eminent domain. You'll gain a clear understanding of appraising in eminent domain assignments. Meet the challenges ahead and find out what you need to know about condemnation lawsuits. These are just a few of the valuable  more...

Unclaimed Property Reporting Unclaimed property - what's it all about? Find out how to prevent costly audits, fines and penalties. How does your company account for uncashed payroll and accounts payable checks? How does your company handle aged customer credits? Do you have unclaimed dividends, gift certificates or unidentified remittances that have not been claimed by the owner? These items may represent unclaimed property  more...

Best Practices in ADA, FMLA and Workers' Compensation Get updated on ADA, FMLA and workers' compensation interplay issues - and find out what's on the horizon. As an employer in Georgia, you're faced with an ever-changing maze of laws increasing your obligations to employees who cannot, will not or should not work. Join us for this seminar and find out exactly what you need to know about recent ADA and FMLA updates - and how they interact with  more...

What to Do When Construction Projects Go Bad Stop construction project nightmares in their tracks - get on the right track from the start. Attend this seminar and make sure your next project is free of claims and disputes - and learn how to effectively handle these problems when things go wrong. Regardless of how well-planned your construction project is, unexpected circumstances can impede your success and potentially cost you far more in  more...

Commercial Real Estate Lease Escalations Ensure nothing gets overlooked - get on the road to success in real estate lease escalations. Attend this cutting-edge seminar and get helpful strategies on lease escalations in New York. You'll gain a clear understanding of the commercial lease negotiation process. Meet the challenges ahead and find out what you need to know about real estate taxes. These are just a few of the valuable tips  more...

Fully Funded vs. Self-Funded Health Benefits: Which Option Is Best for Your Organization? Meet the challenges ahead - discover which funding option is best for your health benefits plan. Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on the components of an effective benefit strategy. Understand the intricacies of HRAs, FSAs and HSAs. Get a handle on the risks and potential rewards of self-funding your health plans. Avoid problems down the road by protecting yourself and your  more...

Managing Challenging Behaviours for Students With Autism Spectrum Disorders Discover how you can manage challenging behaviours while maximizing your students' potential. Attend this seminar and find out how to prevent and respond to challenging behaviours presented by students with autism spectrum disorders. You'll learn about theory of mind and how it relates to core diagnostic features of ASD. You'll also discover how sensory processing challenges may affect behaviour  more...

Construction Insurance, Bonding and Liens Stop insurance nightmares in their tracks - get on the right track from the start. Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to construction insurance, bonding and liens. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about Alabama mechanics lien law. You'll get an inside look at how to respond to confusing issues  more...

Collecting Construction Payments Yes, you can collect your payments without fear! What every construction professional needs to know. Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to collecting construction payments. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about extras and changes. You'll get an inside look at how to respond to confusing issues  more...

How to Prevent the Potential Hazards of Green Design Green buildings are taking the LEED®. Don't just get in line - get ahead Stay ahead of the curve - learn how to incorporate sustainable designs into your next project. The green building industry is gaining market share and still growing. Green is everywhere - but how do you make it work in your project? Sign up for this seminar and get the knowledge you need to separate green design hype from  more...

Sustainable Development: Incorporating Green Design Into Your Building Projects Stay competitive in the changing marketplace and create a more sustainable future. The green building industry is gaining market share and still growing. Green is everywhere - but how do you make it work in your project? Sign up for this seminar and get the knowledge you need to separate green design hype from reality. Start making smart decisions about implementing green design strategies in  more...

Mitigation of Damage to Structures Adjacent to Construction Sites in Urban Environments Do you have the most effective strategies for mitigating damages to structures adjacent to construction sites? Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to mitigating damages to adjacent structures in urban environments. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about building damages. You'll get an inside look  more...

Discipline of Students With Special Needs Discover how you can prevent disciplinary complications while maximizing your students' potential. Register for this seminar to hear from experienced professionals how you can avoid complaints, work more efficiently with staff and parents, and - most importantly - successfully and legally modify inappropriate behavior. Spend less time caught up in disciplinary hassles and more time actually  more...

Water Considerations in Land Development Learn how to navigate through water considerations and prevent costly delays in development. Failing to account for wetlands when planning a project can result in long delays and increased expenses. What's more, a violation of wetlands law - even if inadvertent - will subject you to civil and criminal penalties, as well as the cost of restoring the impacted wetlands. The balance between private  more...

Avoiding Common Problems in Real Estate Transactions Look before you lease. Steer clear of common problems in real estate transactions. Attend this enlightening seminar and get an insightful look at how to deal with common issues for both leasing and sales. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about due diligence. You'll get an inside look at how to respond to confusing issues surrounding lease  more...

Builders Liens Exercise your lien rights and be prepared for any legal battles on the horizon - Don't be caught off guard! Attend this seminar and get a solid understanding of the key legal issues that commonly arise on construction projects in British Columbia in relation to builders liens - and an up-to-date knowledge of the latest developments in the law. You'll learn about related topics essential to  more...

Training for Supervisors: How to Limit Liability for Employment Issues Are you asking for an employment lawsuit - without even realizing it? Supervisors increasingly are expected to have not only operational expertise, but also the ability to manage and respond to personnel issues such as employee requests for leave or accommodation, poor employee performance and absenteeism. Although supervisors typically have received training in their operational areas, they may  more...

Real Estate Development From Beginning to End The basics are the same in good times and in bad - learn them from the experts. Developing real estate is tough - its even tougher in a down economy. Learn what others are doing to maneuver through and succeed in these challenging times. Each link in the complex and multifaceted real estate development process affects the success of the project. Do you have every angle covered? This seminar  more...

Easements, Covenants and Similar Rights You've found yourself face-to-face with an easement - now what? You can get what you need from your real estate despite the intimidating complexity of easements, covenants and rights of way. Whether you're looking to comply with them, fight them or draft them, our local experts will give you the know-how you need to succeed - without getting caught in exhausting and expensive legal battles. Come  more...

Low-Impact Development and Storm Water Management Do you have the latest and most effective strategies for low-impact development? Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to low-impact development and storm water management. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about land use trends that impact water quality. You'll get an inside look at how to respond  more...

Historic Preservation: Easements, Tax Incentives and Other Considerations Learn how to navigate through complex historic preservation procedures - and prevent costly mistakes. Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to historic preservation in New York. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about tax incentives. You'll get an inside look at how to respond to confusing issues  more...

Four Most Common Injuries in Workers' Compensation Protect your organization - know the 5 most common workers' comp injuries and prevent them. Attend this enlightening seminar and hear a comprehensive medical/legal panel provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about specific injuries. Get straightforward information that will give you an edge in handling any kind of workers' compensation claim. Register today and you'll get an  more...

Construction Management/Design-Build What you don't know can hurt you - stay informed on construction management and design-build. Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on how construction projects are undertaken today. Understand the intricacies of two widely recognized methods - design-build and construction management. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding these delivery methods and the respective risk  more...

Real Estate Law From A to Z Protect your organization - know the ins and outs of real estate law. Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on the legal concepts related to real estate. Understand the intricacies of real estate transactions. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding assessments and property taxation. Avoid problems down the road by protecting yourself and your company - find out exactly  more...

Sustainable Development: Incorporating Green Designs Into Your Building Projects Stay ahead of the curve - learn how to incorporate sustainable designs into your next project. The green building industry is gaining market share and still growing. Green is everywhere - but how do you make it work in your project? Sign up for this seminar and get the knowledge you need to separate green design hype from reality. Start making smart decisions about implementing green design  more...

HIPAA Audits It's been five years since HIPAA took effect - are you still compliant? Discover how to best respond to HIPAA investigations and audits, and how to reduce the likelihood of fines. Stop wondering if your organization is compliant - know that it is. Register for this seminar today! The lack of case law - along with uncertainties in the interpretation of HIPAA regulations - has left many people  more...

The Development Approval Process Don't get lost on the road to development approval. Can't figure out how to get through complicated application, development review and other approval stages? Don't panic - get the guidance you need at this informative seminar. You'll learn about land use application and entitlements within the Las Vegas Valley, specifically for the planning and development departments. Discover strategies for  more...

Human Resource Audits: Auditing Your Procedures, Documentation and Policies Take the headaches out of HR audits - learn essential strategies for staying in compliance. Join us for this seminar and learn how to ensure your human resource forms, policies and procedures are compliant with the law. You'll also learn how human resource audits can help keep your office and your company on the cutting edge of human resource administration. Attend and you'll discover a road map  more...

Plan Reading and Scheduling How to avoid the pitfalls of plan reading and scheduling - what you don't know could hurt you. Attend this seminar and learn about the importance of documentation in the successful prosecution of construction projects, with special emphasis on the construction plans and progress schedules. Find out how to read, understand and interrelate all the parts of construction drawings - plans, sections,  more...

Construction Claims Don't let claims sneak up on you - learn the right way to avoid them and handle them when they do happen. You can learn, in just one day, how to better manage and mitigate any claims that arise on your next construction project. Our experienced professionals will give you knowledge to minimize or avoid construction claims without losing valuable project time or money. All you have to do is enroll  more...

Medical Records Law Don't be caught off guard. You could be breaching the confidentiality of patients without even realizing it! Get surefire techniques for avoiding complaints, penalties and even lawsuits - learn to tackle even the toughest medical records dilemmas in just one day! In today's changing legal landscape, staying current is crucial to avoid costly fines and time-consuming legal battles. Attend this  more...

Media Relations for Government Officials Do you have the latest and most effective strategies for interacting with the press? Register for this seminar and get strategies on how to effectively, ethically and legally interact with the news media. You'll get an inside look at how to respond to confusing issues surrounding public records and open meeting laws, as well as a host of other legal and practical issues. Attend this seminar and  more...

Maritime Personal Injury Maritime personal injury laws are constantly evolving - have your practices evolved with them? When your maritime personal injury case begins to resemble a ship taking on water, you need to know how to work the pumps. Admiralty is a unique area of law with many special rules and procedures. This seminar will assist the non-maritime practitioner and others involved in maritime personal injury  more...

Workplace Privacy and Human Rights Discover how to navigate the minefields of workplace privacy and human rights with ease. Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest trends on how privacy and human rights laws apply in the workplace. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about employee monitoring, including email and Internet surveillance. You'll get an  more...

Auto Claims and Trials: Winning, Defending and Understanding Coverage Staying current on auto insurance law is crucial - and can make or brake your case. On August 31, 1869, Mary Ward of County Offaly, Ireland, fell under the wheel of her cousin's experimental steam vehicle and into history as the first documented person ever to be injured in a motor vehicle accident. Today in the United States, Mrs. Ward would be only one of an average of 42,000 automobile  more...

Change Orders Stop change order nightmares in their tracks - get on the right track from the start. As a professional involved in construction projects, you know how important it is for change orders to accurately reflect the intent of all parties. Hastily negotiated and vaguely drafted change orders fail to express the intent of parties and - more often than not - lead to unwanted and unnecessary disputes.  more...

Commercial Leases Ensure nothing gets overlooked - get on the road to success in commercial leasing. Register for this information-packed seminar and get a win-win approach to handling commercial leasing terms and current issues. Hear about important commercial lease terms, including assignment and subletting. Get all your toughest questions answered regarding commercial lease documentation systems. Find out how  more...

New Updates to Business Tax Protect your organization - get the latest business tax updates. Register for this information-packed seminar and get a win-win approach to financial considerations related to business taxes. Hear about the latest trends in case law. Get all your toughest questions answered regarding goods and services tax. Find out how you can prosper in spite of complex laws and changing legal standards in  more...

How Design Documents Can Prevent or Cause Construction Claims Stop construction claim nightmares in their tracks - get on the right track from the start. Join us for this must-attend seminar and gain a clear understanding of the relationship of design documents to construction claims. Gain winning strategies for navigating the labyrinth of risk management issues. Solve your toughest problems regarding claims without worry. Avoid problems down the road by  more...

Multistate Taxation: Income, Sales and Use, and Beyond Understand a multistate business' tax risks ... and get tips for managing them. Mistakes made when collecting, paying or reporting tax can result in your business incurring serious liabilities - for taxes, interest and penalties. This seminar provides the perfect opportunity to get the most current information on all aspects of complicated multistate taxation. Learn from leading tax experts how  more...

Building Codes Don't just guess - know that your project is code-compliant. Avoid having to re-build your building - and prevent mistakes and fines before they happen. Come to this seminar and be proactive in learning about the latest changes to building codes, especially since we have the new objective-based code. Register today and find out what building problems the industry is facing and how to prevent  more...

Tax Issues for Technology Companies Tax laws pertaining to technology companies are confusing and numerous - is your business at risk? Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest tax issues relating to technology companies. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about state and local tax nexus. You'll get an inside look at how to respond to confusing issues  more...

Basic Commercial Leases Get practical ways of dealing with commercial leasing issues from experienced practitioners. Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on key issues in lease negotiations. Understand the intricacies of the current state of the New York commercial market. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding assignment and subletting. Avoid problems down the road by protecting yourself and  more...

Preparing for the Next Wave of Real Estate Closings The buyers' market is coming - be prepared for it! If you're not equipped to address the vast array of factors that can affect real estate closings, the closing experience can be unpleasant at best - and devastating at worst. Join us for this comprehensive seminar and get a detailed picture of closing issues from start to finish. Experienced professionals will give you essential information on  more...

Approval and Funding of Infrastructure Discover how to navigate the minefields of infrastructure approval and funding. Colorado and the West face increasing needs for infrastructure, including highways, transit, electrical transmission, power, pipelines and water. At the same time, securing financing and governmental approvals for such infrastructure is often becoming more difficult. Attend this one-day seminar and get both essential  more...

The Rules of Trust Administration Refine your trust administration skills - and discover new ones. Your professional advice and trust knowledge is essential to your clients - make sure you're giving them your best. Attend this innovative seminar and learn to juggle trust complexities while remaining focused on what really matters: your clients' needs. Discover ways to recognize the different levels of trust intricacy depending  more...

Concrete From A to Z Stop concrete nightmares in their tracks - get on the right track from the start. Interested in learning more or in refreshing your knowledge about the nuts and bolts of concrete? Besides being the most popular and versatile building construction material, concrete can also be the most complicated to work with. As such, anyone involved in the construction process should have a working knowledge  more...

Affordable Housing Learn how to build compliant housing the community can afford - using a process you can afford. Shelter is a basic human need - but not everybody can afford decent housing. It falls to developers to offer good homes for low-income families. Unfortunately, federal, state and local governments have complicated and meticulous guidelines that developers have to become familiar with. What does it take  more...

Not-For-Profit Organizations End confusion in the not-for-profit maze. Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the issues confronted by not-for-profit organizations today. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about employment law considerations, nonprofit tax status and corporate governance. Register today and get an inside look at how to respond to confusing  more...

Top Techniques for Working With Children Who Have Sensory Dysfunction Discover successful techniques when faced with sensory dysfunction challenges. In a world where the incidence and prevalence of autism is rising, clinicians and medical practitioners find themselves often in the company of patients who present with sensory dysfunction deficits. Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest techniques for treating sensory disorders. Our seasoned  more...

Coastal Engineering and Land Use Issues Stay up to speed and in compliance - learn the facts about coastal regulations and land use issues. Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on the Coastal Zone Management Act. Understand the intricacies of regulations related to streams, wetlands and buffers. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding the one-stop coordination express permitting program. Avoid problems down  more...

Payroll Management Benefits Are you tangled in a web of confusing payroll laws? In today's competitive environment, the ability to effectively, economically and lawfully manage your company's payroll and leaves is paramount. You must stay current on the latest laws and trends - including Employment Standards Act issues - to keep labour costs down and consistent with legal requirements. Attend this  more...

Cross-Border Tax Issues Cross-Border Tax Issues - Cross-border tax rules are confusing and numerous is your business at risk? Mistakes made in cross-border tax can result in your business incurring serious liabilities for taxes, interest and penalties. This seminar provides the perfect opportunity to get the most current information on all aspects of complicated cross-border issues. Learn from leading tax experts  more...

Understanding the Current CGL Policy Understanding the Current CGL Policy - Discover how to navigate the minefields of CGL policies with ease. Attend this enlightening seminar and enhance your understanding of the current CGL policy. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about independent counsel issues. You ll get an inside look at how to respond to confusing issues surrounding  more...

Strategies to Reduce Medicare Billing Errors Strategies to Reduce Medicare Billing Errors - Shrinking reimbursement in today s medical practices makes staying on top of claim denials more critical than ever before. Medicare is typically one of the largest payers for most practices, and understanding the importance of managing and reducing or eliminating these denials is crucial to any medical practice. Denial management is one of the most  more...

Legal Issues in Construction Disputes-Three Key Questions Legal Issues in Construction Disputes - Over the last 20 years, the construction industry has changed significantly. Different delivery systems have developed making less relevant the traditional design-bid-build structure upon which most construction disputes have been decided. There has also been a substantial effort to use damage waivers and liability limits as a means of controlling runaway  more...

Understanding California's Public Construction Bidding Process The Construction Bidding Process - Learn how to navigate through complex public bidding procedures and prevent costly mistakes. Are you a construction contractor or subcontractor considering bidding on public contracts, but want to understand the process better? Are you employed by a public agency that wants to take advantage of construction contracting options while minimizing the likelihood  more...

Ethics for Accountants Ethics for Accountants - Protect your organization know the ins and outs of ethics for accountants. In today s post-Sarbanes-Oxley and litigious world, CPAs continue to have substantial exposure both to regulatory discipline and as defendants in litigation. This comprehensive seminar will bring you up to date on the ethical rules and practices governing accountants. Register today and get  more...

Financial Statement Analysis: Understand and Interpret Financial Results for Better Management, Investment and Credit Decisions Financial Statement Analysis - Spot the key performance indicators found and sometimes hidden in financial statements. Financial statement analysis is one of the most complicated and time-consuming tasks you ll face, but it is a key means of determining the financial health of a company financial statements often contain a gold mine of information if you know what to look for. Join us for  more...

Understanding Land and Title Surveys Understanding Land and Title Surveys - End confusion on the survey maze. Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on different types of surveys and maps. Understand the intricacies of survey exception and survey reading. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding positional accuracy and mapping standards. Avoid problems down the road by protecting yourself and your company  more...

Advanced Issues in Payroll: Problem Solving and Beyond Advanced Payroll Issues - Are you tangled in a web of confusing payroll and leave laws? In today s competitive environment, the ability to effectively, economically and lawfully manage your company s payroll and leaves is paramount. You must stay current on the latest rules and regulations such as the FLSA and compensable working time to keep labor costs down and consistent with legal  more...

Condominium and Homeowners' Associations: Understanding the Issues Condominium and Homeowners' Associations - What you don t know can hurt you stay updated on condominium issues and make your next project hassle-free. The increasing popularity of condominiums and planned communities in Washington is causing new and challenging legal issues to arise almost daily. Are you prepared to confidently address the questions and concerns associated with developing and  more...

Technology in the Workplace HR in the Electronic Age - Protect your organization get strategies that will help you deal with technology at work. In the last several years, issues such as hacking, espionage, stalking and infringement, cyberharassment, weblogs, discovery requests for electronically stored data, identity theft and picture phones have begun to confound businesses. Protecting companies against egregious  more...

The Basics of Employment Claims, Workers' Compensation Claims and the Interplay Between the Two Employment and Workers' Compensation Claims - Protect your organization know how labor laws interact with workers compensation. Register for this information-packed seminar and get a win-win approach to defenses to workers compensation claims. Hear about the latest trends in workers compensation law. Get all your toughest questions answered regarding reasonable accommodation. Find out how  more...

All About Trusts All About Trusts - Discover how to navigate the minefields of trusts with ease. Attend this cutting-edge seminar and you ll gain a clear understanding of the different types of trusts. Meet the challenges ahead and find out what you need to know about estate planning issues, asset protection considerations, estate and gift tax considerations, and grantor trust rules. These are just a few of the  more...

Employee vs. Independent Contractor: Making the Distinction Employee vs. Independent Contractor - Learn how to differentiate between employees and independent contractors and prevent costly mistakes. Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to independent contractors. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about Illinois new Employee Classification Act. You ll get  more...

Minimizing Credit Card Processing Fees Minimizing Credit Card Processing Fees - For most retailers, payment processing costs represent more than 2 percent of sales. Effective management can reduce these costs by one third or more and the savings can be even more dramatic for retailers selling through direct marketing channels such as e-commerce, mail and telephone orders, and infomercials where processing costs can run 50 percent  more...

The Financial Consultant s Role on Your Construction Projects and Capital Investments The Financial Consultant's Role on Your Project Design Team - If you have a multimillion-dollar capital project involving design, engineering and construction and you want to make sure the project is delivered within your budget, you will want to attend this teleconference. Many companies start large construction projects and do not know what the estimated payback will be in terms of increased  more...

When Wages are Not FICA Wages When Wages are Not FICA Wages - Do you know what is not considered wages by the IRS, thereby exempting those monies from FICA tax? If not, this teleconference will be beneficial to you in helping reduce employer liability for FICA taxes on money that is not wages. You already know that any cash or non-cash remuneration received for employment, unless specifically exempt, is considered wages  more...

All You Need to Know About the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act but Didn't Know to Ask All You Need to Know About the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act - As the economy falters and the credit crisis continues, help keep your business out of a lawsuit by better understanding and learning more about the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, who is affected, what debts are covered, who enforces it and how you can collect more money while following the law. Failing to properly train  more...

Internet Tax Research Internet Tax Research - Find out how to be the one your organization relies on. In our fast-paced accounting world, we re often asked to find information about state and federal tax issues sometimes at a moment s notice. Attend this teleconference and get the practical tips you need to be an effective Internet researcher. Get a firm grasp of how to research legislative history and case law.  more...

Current Lending Problems and Trends: Are You Ready for the FDIC Exam? Current Lending Problems and Trends: Are You Ready for the FDIC Exam? - This teleconference will provide you with information needed to spot potential trouble with a future FDIC exam before its too late. You will receive practical information to guide you on how to be prepared for an exam long before the examiners arrive.  more...

Risk Transfer Provisions: The Hidden Traps in Construction Agreements 5 Risk Transfer Issues in Contracting - Tucked away in today s construction agreements is a number of risk shifting provisions. All too often, one or more parties in a construction project do not appreciate the significance of these provisions. These provisions can effectively transfer millions of dollars of risk, and the party accepting that risk must properly understand the implications of these  more...

Writing Job Descriptions Are Your Job Descriptions Effective? - Sign up for this teleconference and get insider knowledge on writing job descriptions. Find out how to create and maintain job descriptions to increase employee productivity and decrease potential liability. Learn the essentials of what to include and what not to include in your job descriptions. Our expert speaker will provide practical insight on  more...

Collaboration in the Classroom: Implementing Effective Co-Teaching Arrangements Implementing Effective Co-Teaching Arrangements - Students with special needs are increasingly being served in general education classes and more and more educators are being asked to co-teach to meet those diverse needs. However, though co-teaching continues to be used as a service delivery option in the inclusive classroom, many educators report that they are unfamiliar with the strategies  more...

Boot Camp for QuickBooks by Lorman Education Services Boot Camp for QuickBooks by Lorman Education Services - In 90 information-packed minutes, you ll learn what you need to know to perform the most common QuickBooks tasks: setting up the accounting system, writing checks, invoicing customers and receiving payments, and entering and paying bills. You ll explore the meaning of critical QuickBooks concepts like opening balance equity, undeposited  more...

Natural Resources Damage Litigation Natural Resources Damage Litigation - Natural resource damages have moved to the forefront of environmental law. Federal and state natural resource trustees have substantially stepped up their activities with respect to the natural resource damage assessments process and for recovery of alleged damages. Both federal and state resource trustees are blazing new ground in assessment and enforcement  more...

Risk Assessment: Identify, Prioritize and Quantify Risk Within Your Manufacturing Operations Root Cause Risk Assessment - Risk assessment is now becoming an integral part of doing business in the present-day complex industrial world. All new projects and process and manufacturing operations require that businesses and companies perform risk assessments to proactively identify potential inherent risks and take steps to mitigate these risks to acceptable levels (to protect workers and  more...

Planning for Renovation Projects Planning for Renovation Projects - As construction costs skyrocket, renovation of existing buildings become an attractive alternate. Besides cost savings, recycling buildings is becoming a green choice to facility development. The available national standards for renovation of existing buildings is peaking and solidifying the standard approach to existing building renovations. This  more...

Avoiding the Risk of Subcontractor Default Avoiding the Risk of Subcontractor Default - In today s construction market, many contractors find themselves expanding into new territories to secure profitable work. With this expansion comes the increased risk of subcontractor default due to unfamiliarity with local subcontractors and suppliers. The default of a critical subcontractor or supplier can have a substantial impact on a project  more...

A Practical Approach to Developing a Wellness Program A Practical Approach to Developing a Wellness Program - Wellness is a proven strategy for keeping employees healthy and controlling health costs. You will learn practical tips on how to develop a successful wellness program for your employees from one of the most experienced wellness professionals in the country. You will find out how you can develop your program so that employees participate and  more...

Tax Updates and Incentives of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act Tax Updates and Incentives of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act - This teleconference will explore the additions, modifications and extensions made by the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 to the energy tax provisions of the Internal Revenue Code, and will analyze structures that may be employed to monetize or shift the tax credits and other attributes from the developer of  more...

Nuts, Bolts, Urban Myths and Sharks in the Water: Fundamentals of Federal Grants Law Grant Management for Grant Recipients - Join Edward T. Waters, an attorney with nationally recognized expertise in federal grants law, to review the essential elements of federal grants and subgrants from a legal perspective. Learn about the fundamentals of grant administration followed by a discussion of urban myths that is, commonly misunderstood provisions of federal grants and sharks in  more...

Confidentiality of Substance Abuse and Mental Health Records Substance Abuse and Mental Health Records: What Can You Release? - This teleconference will focus on the confidentiality of mental health, and alcohol and drug abuse patient records. Ms. Gordon will discuss federal and state laws applicable to these highly protected records and participants will review the circumstances under which these sensitive records may or may not be disclosed. A number of  more...

Proactive Strategies to Reduce Your Workers' Compensation Premiums Proactive Strategies to Reduce Your Workers' Compensation Premiums - Workers Compensation, born of a Prussian social insurance scheme, has morphed into a complex medico-legal quagmire that serves neither the interests of the employee, nor the employer. However, by understanding that workers compensation is more than insurance, simple tools may be employed to reduce the likelihood of incurring  more...

Behavioral Based Interviewing: From Planning to Execution Behavioral-Based Interviewing - This teleconference is adapted from the Competency Management Incorporated award-winning behavioral-based interviewer training programs. You will gain practical information on how to build and conduct highly effective and legally defensible interviews. Topics cover the appropriate information you should be going after, how to obtain it and how to evaluate it in a  more...

What's New for LEED in 2009: The Overhaul of the U.S. Green Building Council LEED Program What's New for LEED in 2009 - This teleconference provides an update on the U.S. Green Building Council s newly refined green building performance rating and certification system. Nearly four years of technical research, reviews of many actual LEED certified projects and advisory activities by hundreds of technical experts have resulted in a major reworking of the well-known LEED green building  more...

Loan Participations: Agreement, Servicing, and Maintenance Loan Participations: Agreement Servicing and Maintenance - Recent adverse events in the United States financial markets such as the collapse of the subprime mortgage market and the attendant failures of several financial institutions small and large have increased the internal and external scrutiny of the financial assets in the portfolios of the remaining financial institutions. Particular  more...

The Manufacturing Deduction: What Is It and Who Qualifies? The Manufacturing Deduction: What Is It and Who Qualifies? - This teleconference provides a technical overview of the Section 199 deduction. Participants will review the various requirements of Section 199, as well as fact patterns/examples illustrating these requirements. Attendees will be able to understand the requirements for calculating the Section 199 deduction, including qualified  more...

Workplace Wellbeing: The Path to Enhanced Productivity Managing Workplace Health - Many Canadian companies are at the forefront of a growing global recognition that business productivity is both positively and negatively affected by workforce health. Whereas HR was previously focused on managing health care costs, attention is now increasingly directed towards managing health and wellness initiatives aimed at improving workforce health on a  more...

Creating and Maintaining a Domestic Partner Benefits Policy: New Laws and Recent Trends Creating a Domestic Partner Benefits Policy - Many employers offer benefits to the domestic partners of their employees. However, employers frequently struggle with various legal and administrative questions such as what benefits to offer, what type proof of domestic partnership should be requested, how to tax the benefits and if they are required to or prohibited from offering certain benefits.  more...

Construction Litigation Stop construction litigation nightmares in their tracks get on the right track from the start. Successfully completing a construction project requires careful planning, execution and diligence at every stage. But even the most well-planned projects inevitably encounter problems and conflicts. The abilities of the owner, contractors, architect and engineers to foresee and respond to these  more...

The Basics of Finance Learn to Read and Understand Balance Sheets Income Statements and Cash Flow Statements Finance is the universal language of business are you fluent? Each company s success is measured by its bottom line a basic knowledge of finance terminology is essential in today s business world. In this information-packed seminar, you ll get an in-depth look at the three basic financial statements the balance sheet, the income statement and the cash flow statement. Find out how they tie  more...

Form 5500 What You Need to Know to File How to avoid the pitfalls of Form 5500 what you don t know could hurt you. This seminar is for those working in employee benefits who want to expand their knowledge about Form 5500 and related schedules. Form 5500 is a complex information return designed to meet the needs of three government agencies. Because of the numerous types of plans and sponsors, it is not always clear which plans are  more...

HSAs HRAs FSAs How They Can Reduce Your Cost and Increase Your Benefits Concerned about rising health insurance costs and how your company may be impacted? Costs of health insurance continue to soar and you need to become ever more creative in establishing your employee benefit programs. Attend this innovative seminar and learn how to supplement your medical insurance plan with other benefit programs to keep costs in check and still offer full medical coverage.  more...

Best Practices in Workers Compensation Pre-Existing Injuries Repeat Claimants Permanency Issues and Legal Terminations Protect your organization discover the latest best practices for workers compensation. Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on post-injury actions. Understand the intricacies of healing period issues. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding medical legal cause in workers compensation. Avoid problems down the road by protecting yourself and your company find out exactly  more...

Performance Evaluations of Employees Is your performance management driving business results? Even with a recession, the talent war rages on. Good people who embody your culture and give you their discretionary effort are hard to find and often hard to keep. Join us for this must-attend seminar and get surefire techniques for overcoming challenges surrounding performance monitoring and coaching. Solve your toughest problems  more...

Top 9 Issues in Insurance Coverage What you don t know can hurt you stay updated on the top 9 issues in insurance. Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to coverage of construction defect claims. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about bad faith. You ll get an inside look at how to respond to confusing issues surrounding assignment  more...

Buying and Selling a Business and Business Valuations Ensure nothing gets overlooked get on the road to success in business sales, purchase and valuation. Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on structure issues. Understand the intricacies of purchase and sale agreements. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding closing documents. Avoid problems down the road by protecting yourself and your company find out exactly what  more...