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DISC Training and Certification ...nal human resources assessment and development tools. You will become a Certified Human Behavior Consultant and accredited to purchase DISC products at wholesale prices, produce your own reports, and conduct training using any of the assessment profiling and surveying tools. As a Certified Human Behavior Consultant, you will be able to: * Establish stronger relationships with clients by  more...

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Accounting Endowments of Not-for-Profit Organizations After UPMIFA ...e and perhaps are in conflict. This live audio conference will review these requirements and attempt to provide useful guidance in reconciling the accounting standards and the law, with a particular emphasis on how to report expenditures from so-called underwater funds. The program will review the two sets of requirements, and help you better understand the similarities and the critical  more...

International Payroll Compliance Issues BenefitsThe emergence of the global economy has created opportunities for a large number of companies to expand internationally. This has resulted in an increase in cross-border transfer of their employees, thereby creating a host of challenges for companies that must administer payrolls in different jurisdictions with a myriad of reporting and tax withholding rules. Companies must find a way to  more...

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

Drafting The Flawless Easement ...e flawless easement documents. This live audio conference will help lawyers and industry personnel who deal with easements to better understand the principles applicable to drafting and preparation of easements. The speakers will cover all aspects of easement preparation, from the parties involved to the necessary formalities to ensure a valid and enforceable easement. They will also  more...

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

Payroll Recordkeeping: What You Need to Know ... not physically in the office. This live audio conference will not only help you better understand the FLSA recordkeeping requirements and their relevancy to your business in today's environment, it will equip you with the know-how to prepare a self-audit assessing the strengths and weaknesses of your existing recordkeeping methods. This live audio conference is designed for payroll  more...

Understanding the GAAP Codification Update ...authoritative nongovernmental U.S. GAAP. The codification will be effective for interim and annual periods ending after September 15, 2009. The codification will supersede existing FASB, AICPA, EITF and related literature, which means there will no longer be a GAAP hierarchy. Instead, there will only be one level of authoritative GAAP, excluding the guidance issued by the Securities and  more...

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

E-Discovery: Subpoenas and Non-Party Production Issues ... practical issues in the eDiscovery subpoena context. You will also learn strategies for pursuing and defending nonparty subpoenas in eDiscovery, best practices for proactive information management relating to potential eDiscovery requests and appropriate measures to address personally identifiable information and other highly confidential data. This live audio conference is primarily designed  more...

Common Injuries in Workers' Compensation ...rkers' Compensation,' presented by John W. Valente, Esq., will discuss some of the solutions and strategies used by employers to both prevent and control common workplace injury claims. A review of common injuries employers face every day in the workplace injury realm, ranging from slip and fall claims to back injuries from lifting, and other traumatic events will be discussed, as well as some  more...

Commercial Loan Documentation ...tely review the documentation. This live audio conference will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of drafting and reviewing the key provisions of a credit agreement. You will also gain insight into typical collateral documents and working knowledge of which agreements should be used for a variety of collateral types. Get valuable tips on navigating complex commercial loan documents  more...

Common Injuries in Workers' Compensation ...rkers' Compensation,' presented by John W. Valente, Esq., will discuss some of the solutions and strategies used by employers to both prevent and control common workplace injury claims. A review of common injuries employers face every day in the workplace injury realm, ranging from slip and fall claims to back injuries from lifting, and other traumatic events will be discussed, as well as some  more...

Current Issues in Wetland Delineation ...nference begins with a discussion of wetland ecology that will serve as the foundation for a review of wetland delineation methodology. It concludes with a description of the jurisdictional determination process which ultimately identifies those aquatic resources regulated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. This program focuses on the practical, field-based, aspects of federal regulations and  more...

Essential Concepts In Construction Contracting ...f risk in construction contracts. Pitfalls for the unwary will be addressed, especially when using standard form agreements and informal contracting on small projects. This program is appropriate to persons whose previous responsibility did not involve negotiating construction contracts or understanding the financial implications of risk allocations. Whether you are an owner, contractor or  more...

What You Need to Know About Section 404 Permits ...sters its regulatory programs. This live audio conference will help you understand how the federal wetlands program works, introducing you to the field or filling in the gaps if you are already working in the industry. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to discuss how jurisdiction is determined. - You will be able to identify what goes in the application and why. - You will be able to  more...

UCC Article 9 Update BenefitsThe revisions to Article 9, which generally became effective in 2001, substantially changed the law. Now, with years of experience, the case law is developing, and practitioners are beginning to identify issues not contemplated by the original drafting committee. As a result, a Joint Review Committee was formed and has recommended changes to Article 9 that are expected to be approved this  more...

Flexible Spending Accounts ...governing flexible spending accounts. In this session you will receive a thorough overview of the numerous plan design considerations and legal requirements of flexible spending accounts. This knowledge will enable you to avoid running afoul of rules that could jeopardize the tax-favored status of your plans. This live audio conference is designed for human resource and benefits professionals,  more...

Paralegal's Guide to Administrative Law Research ...l established. Administrative research at the state level will vary with jurisdictions. The audio conference will explain some of the context a researcher needs to take into account to research these materials in comparison to those at the federal level. You should expect to have an understanding of the administrative law process and how to approach research problems involving administrative  more...

Best Practices for Motivating Students ...ed, bored, and disinterested children and teens, then you will want to be part of every minute of this live audio conference. This program is packed with dozens of innovative, ready-to-use, more effective strategies to turnaround unmotivated students in grades Pre-K through 12. These techniques are real-world, practical methods, not more theory that doesn't help remedy the problems. These  more...

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

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

Voyage to Discovery: Using Interview and Witness Behavioral Analysis ...esses. What is the best way to ask questions so that they will be answered? How might the behavioral analysis of a witness be utilized to optimize a particular line of questioning? The best practices often benefit from multidisciplinary perspectives. The approaches offered in this live audio conference are useful to anyone wanting to enhance the effectiveness of their interview and behavioral  more...

Voyage to Discovery: Using Interview and Witness Behavioral Analysis ...esses. What is the best way to ask questions so that they will be answered? How might the behavioral analysis of a witness be utilized to optimize a particular line of questioning? The best practices often benefit from multidisciplinary perspectives. The approaches offered in this live audio conference are useful to anyone wanting to enhance the effectiveness of their interview and behavioral  more...

Cell Tower Zoning: Overview and Current Issues ...will describe the major elements and issues under the 1996 Federal cell tower zoning statute, including the FCC's 2009 shot clock rule setting 90/150 day deadlines to act on zoning applications, the pending FCC Notice of Inquiry on cell tower zoning, the major federal zoning cases involving cellular towers and practice pointers on how municipalities can successfully handle cell tower zoning  more...

Medicare Secondary Payer Act: Protecting Medicare's Interest In Insurance Settlements ...EA reporting. Attend this live audio conference and you will benefit from an overview of all pertinent statutes and regulations, as well as CMS interpretation in its manuals and policies. We will address individual areas of law separately as to the manner in which the MSP applies in each. Most significantly, you will learn about workers' compensation settlements, as CMS is most actively  more...

A Regulatory Update on Unclaimed Property Compliance ...diction and are in compliance. This live audio conference will provide a foundation and a greater understanding relating to the purpose of the laws, what every company should know and understand about the consequences if found not to be in compliance, and proactive measures to achieve internal best practices and compliance. This program will also discuss the latest state regulatory  more...

Construction Documentation: Preparing Effective Job Records ...es the efficient resolution of that dispute. This program will help you to not only recognize the significance of various project documents, but also the true importance of the information recorded. The live audio conference will also explain what to document, when and how to record it, and who should take responsibility for preparing various project files. Attend this program and you will be  more...

Best Practices for Preventing and Responding to Cheating in Your Classroom and School ... using cell phones to cheat. This live audio conference will present practical classroom strategies for preventing and addressing cheating and encouraging students to do their own honest work, along with school-wide initiatives for developing a comprehensive program for addressing academic dishonesty and creating a school community where academic integrity is promoted and valued. This live  more...

Using Social Media in Banking BenefitsSocial media has become a hot topic for bank boards and senior managers as hundreds of millions of consumers have congregated to social networks, blogs, and other social media platforms. The widespread use of social media has resulted in structural changes in commerce, politics, and now, banking. Banks are being forced to adapt to changes created by social media. Specifically, banks must  more...

Purchase Order Fundamentals ...will be an interactive experience covering the basics of a current procurement office and how purchase order systems are used. The topics covered will give the beginner an understanding of basic purchasing processes and how to avoid common mistakes. The experienced professional and manager will be able to discuss interactively and share their experiences and ask questions to enhance their  more...

Tax Implications for Foreign Operations ...ng difficulties down the road. This live audio conference will provide participants an overview of the issues (and highlight some potential pitfalls) attendant to establishing foreign operations, repatriating their earnings and keeping compliant with U.S. disclosure requirements. This live audio conference is designed for accountants, attorneys, presidents, vice presidents, controllers, tax  more...

Tax Implications for Foreign Operations ...ng difficulties down the road. This live audio conference will provide participants an overview of the issues (and highlight some potential pitfalls) attendant to establishing foreign operations, repatriating their earnings and keeping compliant with U.S. disclosure requirements. This live audio conference is designed for accountants, attorneys, presidents, vice presidents, controllers, tax  more...

Best Practices in Networking and Referral Generation ...for the seasoned professional. This live audio conference will help 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  more...

Best Practices in Networking and Referral Generation ...for the seasoned professional. This live audio conference will help 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  more...

What's that Smell? Sewer System Overflow Prevention and Management ...will provide a systematic overview of the technical, management and regulatory issues regarding collection system overflows, both dry weather and wet weather as well as both combined sewer overflows (CSOs) and separate sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs). Information will be provided to help you understand and analyze overflow problems and provide guidance in evaluating and selecting cost-effective  more...

What's that Smell? Sewer System Overflow Prevention and Management ...will provide a systematic overview of the technical, management and regulatory issues regarding collection system overflows, both dry weather and wet weather as well as both combined sewer overflows (CSOs) and separate sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs). Information will be provided to help you understand and analyze overflow problems and provide guidance in evaluating and selecting cost-effective  more...

Domestic Asset Protection Trusts: Fundamentals and New Approaches ...will focus on the uses, benefits, requirements and differences among the various Domestic Asset Protection Trusts ('DAPTs') permitted under state law and the reasons why one state law may be preferred over another. There will also be a discussion of the most recent applications involving trusts for protection and other uses. Examples include the use of a DAPT as a completed gift trust under the  more...

Domestic Asset Protection Trusts: Fundamentals and New Approaches ...will focus on the uses, benefits, requirements and differences among the various Domestic Asset Protection Trusts ('DAPTs') permitted under state law and the reasons why one state law may be preferred over another. There will also be a discussion of the most recent applications involving trusts for protection and other uses. Examples include the use of a DAPT as a completed gift trust under the  more...

Anatomy of a Will Contest: How to Succeed at Trial ...with information on the strategies involved in contesting wills. The program will cover: The common grounds to contest a will; best practices in investigating and gathering evidence; issues in estate administration while the will contest proceeding is pending; and trial tactics and evidence issues. Armed with these insights and knowledge, a litigator has an advantage in approaching the  more...

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

Intellectual Disabilities and Employer ADA Obligation ...ilities facing employers. The ADAAA means most ADA issues will now turn on whether an individual is qualified, whether a reasonable accommodation exists or whether there is a direct threat, rather than on whether an individual is disabled. As almost every job requires the ability to think, concentrate, communicate and interact with others, to one degree or another, the intellectual disability  more...

HIPAA Security Compliance Challenges after the HITECH Act ... 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 significant financial and reputational ramifications on top of penalties. If you are now taking on an EHR, it's especially important to make sure you have instituted your information security management process  more...

Utilizing Macros in Microsoft Excel ... sequences. This is not a course in Visual Basic, but you will get a quick look at it and understand its role in creating and using macros. Creating a macro may ultimately involve programming techniques but most macros are developed by recording the way you use standard Excel commands. This live audio conference will show you how to create macros and give you examples of various macros that  more...

Portal to Portal Act: Determining Hours Worked at the Start and End of the Work Day ...uters to boot up or shut down. This live audio conference will help you understand the nature of these claims and the newest arguments advanced by plaintiffs' counsel. It will also explain how you can structure your work environment to minimize the likelihood and success of these pre- and post-work claims. This live audio conference is designed for payroll professionals, human resource and  more...

Portal to Portal Act: Determining Hours Worked at the Start and End of the Work Day ...uters to boot up or shut down. This live audio conference will help you understand the nature of these claims and the newest arguments advanced by plaintiffs' counsel. It will also explain how you can structure your work environment to minimize the likelihood and success of these pre- and post-work claims. This live audio conference is designed for payroll professionals, human resource and  more...

Insurance Coverage Disputes and Construction Defects ...d experts in construction law and insurance coverage. You will gain knowledge and insight based on practical experience of handling both the construction and insurance components of construction defect claims of all sizes, and implicating all types of insurance coverage, both first and third-party. Receive updates on recent case law regarding these issues and information about new insurance  more...

Insurance Coverage Disputes and Construction Defects ...d experts in construction law and insurance coverage. You will gain knowledge and insight based on practical experience of handling both the construction and insurance components of construction defect claims of all sizes, and implicating all types of insurance coverage, both first and third-party. Receive updates on recent case law regarding these issues and information about new insurance  more...

Social Security Benefits: Is It Worth It to Delay? ... predictions really warranted? This live audio conference will take you from the beginning of Social Security to the present day and probable future. From the eligibility requirements and the exact procedure for the determination of benefits, to a discussion of taking or delaying benefits early. Explanation of how spousal benefits are determined and the penalties for either the worker and/or  more...

Creating and Using a Salary Increase Matrix ...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 provide insight into varying types  more...

E-Verify Requirements and Best Practices BenefitsE-Verify is an online system that allows employers to check the work status of new hires by comparing information from an employee's Form I-9 against Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security databases. Although initially implemented as a voluntary program, many states now require the use of E-Verify. Additionally, many federal contractors are also required to use  more...

Daubert Motions: Challenging Expert Opinions ...for excluding expert evidence. This live audio conference will give you the ammunition you need to challenge opposing expert testimony. You will learn the basic concepts of the law governing admissibility of expert testimony, and get practical and concrete advice on how to bring and defend expert witness challenges under Daubert. This live audio conference will explore the strategic question of  more...

Avoiding the Pitfalls of Scope Creep on Construction Projects ...gnificant negative impacts. This live audio conference will discuss some of the causes and reasons for scope creep, as well as warning signs that scope creep could be impacting your construction projects. You will benefit by receiving tools and learning best practices to proactively avoid, timely detect and identify, and manage and mitigate the impact of scope creep. Learning Objectives: -  more...

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

Ethics for Paralegals ...cal responsibilities of attorneys, the more problems they will avoid and can assist the attorney in avoiding. Additionally, paralegal organizations have adopted their own rules and guidelines regarding the professional and ethical conduct of paralegals. This live audio conference will give you an overview of the common ethical issues and the rules of ethics that apply to attorneys and to  more...

Prevailing Wage Law: An Understanding of Davis-Bacon ...iling wage and employment law compliance requirements and will result in increased enforcement by the federal government. Federal public works contractors often do not understand the requirements for complying with the Davis-Bacon Act when bidding on and performing federal public works contracts and the consequences of noncompliance. This live audio conference will provide you with the  more...

Strategies for Successful Mixed Use Development ...al government and communities. This live audio conference will evaluate some of the new challenges and opportunities available for mixed use design from site selection to plan approvals and operations. We'll discuss selected topics from a 360-degree perspective of the designer, developer, tenant, resident, municipality and end user. This live audio conference is designed for presidents, vice  more...

Wood Use: Original and Cutting Edge ...ties of this unique material. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to describe the nature of the material. - You will be able to discuss wood's uses as a structural element. - You will be able to explain wood's qualities. - You will be able to review grain as art. This live audio conference is designed for architects, engineers, contractors, construction professionals, presidents, vice  more...

Workers' Compensation Benefits: Who is Eligible, How are They Calculated, When and How Can They be Settled ...nificant expense to employers. This live audio conference will address who is eligible for workers' compensation benefits, how these benefits are calculated and what employee benefits may be offset with the payments of workers' compensation, and most important, how to resolve or settle a claim without creating additional liability for the employer. Issues covered include types of benefits,  more...

Form 706: Estate Tax Return Fundamentals ... wealth. It is estimated more than $10 trillion in wealth will be transferred over the next 15 years. If a person has been fortunate to amass significant wealth, the government imposes a tax when the person transfers their wealth at death. In 2011, if a person's gross estate plus adjusted taxable gifts equaled or exceeded $5 million in value, Form 706 must be filed. In this live audio  more...

IRS Form W-9 and W-8 Series: Payee Identification and Tax Determination ...will provide information about the purpose of the form and when it should be obtained. You will learn who can complete Form W-9 for U.S. persons, and if the payee is a foreign person, that Form W-8 is necessary. In addition, this live audio conference will provide valuable information regarding the backup withholding requirements if the W-9 information is not obtained and the risk to your  more...

Implications of Medical Marijuana in the Workplace ...r the Drug-Free Workplace Act? This live audio conference will help you work through the thorny issues in hiring, disciplining and other employment related matters within your organization. This program will also help you draft new policies or revise existing policies incorporating the requirements of their state medical marijuana law. Failing to have proper policies or to understand the  more...

Economic Development Financing Update ...te government. The subject of this live audio conference will be on defining and describing effective economic development plans that fit the current circumstances. While this presentation will cover the drivers of economic growth, our focus will be on a number of generally applicable and practical ideas to assist local governments in funding badly needed services in these tough economic times  more...

Juvenile Onset Bipolar Disorders ...will address the current thinking and diagnostic skills necessary to diagnose and treat bipolar children and their families. The missing pieces will also be discussed, which is adequate educational planning. How to work collaboratively with a treating psychiatrist and how to be an advocate for the child and family if the child is not receiving the most up-to-date treatment will also be  more...

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

Intermittent Leave Under FMLA BenefitsMany employers are confronted with various issues related to intermittent leave under FMLA. This live audio conference will help front line personnel identify and handle intermittent leave issues. The program will address the legal and human resources issues confronted by employers and provide practical steps and procedures for employers to follow. This live audio conference is designed  more...

Collaborative Delivery Method Fundamentals ...capital construction projects. This live audio conference will help those responsible for evaluating and selecting the most appropriate project delivery method. This will begin with an understanding of the basic fundamental project delivery approaches with a focus on those that are considered to be collaborative. A tool to help organizations understand which options are used by their own  more...

Unrelated Business Income Tax ...h sales and real estate taxes. This live audio conference will enable you to address some of the old and new issues that currently face the sector in the area of unrelated business income tax, and will explain some of the nuances of what constitutes UBIT and what is mission or exempt revenue. How do organizations's recognize the potential pitfalls or take advantage of new or specifically tax  more...

Health Savings Accounts ...will explain the basic rules for eligibility, contributions and use of an HSA with a high deductible plan. It will also review current studies on whether HSAs are achieving the goal of reducing total health care costs through consumerism. Focusing on the final comparability rules for employer contributions and updates on the new contribution limits and IRS guidelines, it will explore new design  more...

Tips and Techniques for Writing Effective Legal Briefs ...focus on writing legal briefs, this live audio conference will show you how to focus your writing to a specific audience; streamline and strengthen your writing; avoid grammar, spelling and punctuation errors that detract from your message; and provide hints on how to write an effective legal brief. Whether you are a new paralegal seeking fundamental skills or an experienced attorney seeking a  more...

XBRL in Transition:From Requiring XBRL to Leveraging XBRL to Improve Data Collection, Analysis, and Business Reporting ...will provide a comprehensive overview of XBRL technology from the SEC mandate, why XBRL, how XBRL works, potential problems, issues and how to overcome them to why the market will leverage XBRL as a global, open architecture reporting framework for improved business reporting and analysis. Learn what XBRL means, why public companies have adopted it and why those companies (and the US  more...

Service Level Fundamentals: Maximizing Business Value ...make the results meaningless. This live audio conference will provide individuals responsible for creating service levels with the principles and tools necessary to create meaningful performance standards. The audio conference will specifically address how to: draft clear calculations that result in consistent measurements; align measurements with the supplier's actual scope; and avoid common  more...

Powers of Attorney: Medical Records Release Concerns ...e of records to third-parties? This live audio conference will educate you on how to identify a valid power of attorney to determine whether information should be disclosed. Additional discussions will be held on other issues surrounding access to patient health information such as health care proxies and subpoenas. You need to understand the nuances of patient information requests and the  more...

Loan Modification Fundamentals ...se crises have been created. How we deal with this crisis will have a significant impact on the nation's economy. Borrowers and lenders alike are working to resolve these defaults and foreclosures, attempting to find a balance between allowing consumers to remain in their homes without bankrupting their lenders. This live audio conference will discuss the practical ways borrowers and lenders  more...

Utilizing Formulas in Microsoft Excel ...e text at the character level. This live audio conference will give you a ton of valuable tools to make you a master at creating formulas, auditing worksheet formulas, mastering the way to understanding many of those 300+ functions, and some real insight and depth into highlighted functions, such as IF, VLOOKUP, COUNTIF (and its related functions), ROUND (and its companions), powerful array  more...

Charitable Remainder Trust Fundamentals ...with their charitable dreams. This live audio conference will explain how you can implement charitable remainder trusts for your existing and future clients. We will focus on identifying client situations where a CRT meets your client's goals. We will classify the six CRT types to determine which one best fits your client. We will explore compliance issues including several common traps in  more...

Essential Discovery Skills for Paralegals ...very, is especially important. This live audio conference will provide an update for you to adapt to these changes, and effectively and efficiently manage discovery. This audio conference will trace the steps in the discovery process, from preserving evidence to review and production, providing basic information and tips for the most effective strategies in different situations. Real-life  more...

FLSA New Fluctuating Workweek Regulatory Guidance ...ctuating workweek methodology. This live audio conference will provide an in-depth discussion of the 'fluctuating workweek,' explore its legal and regulatory foundation, and examine whether and to what extent the DOL's latest regulatory pronouncement is likely to receive deference in the courts. The program will also review practical compliance solutions. This live audio conference is critical  more...

Offboarding: Strategies for a Successful Goodbye ...will review research showing the value of effective offboarding: higher levels of employee commitment, lower recruitment costs, and higher quality candidates. As with all employment actions, it should be lawful, safe, secure, efficient, ethical, fair and respectful. Effective HR leaders must work both sides of the basic accounting equation: assets = liabilities + owners equity. The model we  more...

Section 199 Deduction for Qualified Construction Activities Income ... production activities income. This live audio conference will outline the basic operation of the 199 deduction and its applicability to contractors and real estate developers, including developers, general contractors, subcontractors and trade contractors. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to review the domestic production deduction. - You will be able to discuss the eligibility  more...

Writing Real Estate Descriptions That Sell ... effective ad copy that sells. This live audio conference will take you step-by-step through effective strategies that will transform your ad copy. Learn what the consumer wants to hear and how you can easily organize yourself to deliver every time. In addition to listing copy, we will discuss writing for newer media like Facebook and Twitter as well as blogging strategies. Don't miss the  more...

Nonprofit Revenue Stream Alternatives: Thinking Outside the Box ...taffing to the bone. Now what? This live audio conference will explore ways to re-engineer some of your current revenue streams. You will hear of many 'out of the box' ways to find new revenues for your nonprofit organization. Concrete case histories from several different nonprofit sectors will show how organizations have moved forward with creative thinking while managing the risks of new  more...

NEPA: Understanding the Basics ...takes in implementing the law. This live audio conference will identify some of the most common mistakes made under NEPA and reveal the best ways to avoid them. You will get practical advice for preparing useful and legally sufficient NEPA documents. This program is critical for federal agency staff, consultants working for federal agencies and others interested in the NEPA process. Learning  more...

Incoterms 2010 Fundamentals ...ce is a must-attend event for importers and exporters. We will review the purpose of Incoterms and what has changed since Incoterms 2000. We will cover each Incoterm in detail and its definitions, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of each term, so that you can make the right decisions when buying and selling. This live audio conference is designed for purchasing managers, presidents,  more...

Creditors' Proof of Claims and Objection Requirements ...ired supporting documentation. This live audio conference will address all of these issues thereby enabling every practitioner to understand how to assess or analyze the initial question of whether to file a proof and thereafter to deal with all of the related issues, including the form and content, supporting documentation, who has the burden of proof, getting the claim allowed, and  more...

Best Practices in Nursing Documentation: Writing Effective and Legal Proof Notes ...e to fruition. The information documented about a patient will live on and be seen by a multitude of individuals. It has become even more important to document accurately, succinctly, intelligibly and professionally. This live audio conference will place documentation of patient care in its rightful place, summarize its multiple purposes, describe appropriate documentation, and highlight  more...

Roles of HOAs in Foreclosures and Short Sales ...will address relevant legal issues and practical considerations related to the current housing market and increased rate of foreclosures and short sales. Discussion will include perspectives and tactics for protecting community associations' liens and collecting delinquent assessments from owners in foreclosure and short sale transactions. Refresh and garner an overview of concepts related to  more...

Response to Intervention: Addressing Emerging Issues ...d to achieve positive results. This live audio conference will provide an overview of the important concepts and resources that support a state and district's implementation. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to review three models of RTI and implementation components. - You will be able to discuss controversies in RTI. - You will be able to recognize challenges for states and local  more...

Divorce Taxation: Practical Issues ...reate a problem for you and your client at settlement. We will begin with the recent changes to the tax law and provide a key road map in navigating the numerous pitfalls that may appear in your case. Whether it is when your client may qualify for innocent spouse relief or how to identify the potential for alimony recapture we will teach you analytical thinking as it relates to equitable  more...

Current Issues in Real Estate 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 types. One of the hottest topics in appraisal today by lenders and appraisers relates to evaluations versus appraisals. We will define an evaluation, when it should be ordered and how it compares to an appraisal. We will also  more...

Document Retention: Compliance and Protectionism ...will cover the importance of a document retention policy starting with the identification of what exists and what should be captured to the different rationales for implementing a retention policy - regulatory compliance to evidence in litigation. There are numerous challenges to an effective policy, which if acknowledged can be worked through. Living with the existence of systematically  more...

Understanding the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, Employee Family Leave Laws and Return-to-Work Issues BenefitsThe Pregnancy Discrimination Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of 'pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.' But what does this mean? The Family Medical Leave Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act may provide protections for employees with certain medical conditions due to pregnancy or who have recently given birth. But how do you know who is covered and what  more...

The New ADA Design Standards: When, Where and How? ...e 2004 ADA and ABA guidelines. This live audio conference will provide you with an overview of the new rules, highlights of the major changes, and the potential implications for your business and clients. Presenters include two of the past chairs of the U.S. Access Board. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to describe key requirements of the revised ADA Title II and Title III  more...

Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP): Developing a SWPPP and the New EPA Storm Water Rules ...on discharge elimination system. This change in direction will require industry, developers, states and local governments to take steps to reduce runoff, including development of a SWPPP or MS4 program and incorporation of best management practices. This live audio conference will inform you about regulatory compliance with NPDES storm water discharge regulations and provide information for  more...

Tax Diligence, Representations, Covenants and Indemnifications in Business Acquisitions ...ed to the appropriate parties. This live audio conference will help persons responsible for negotiating sales and acquisitions and their tax professionals determine how to go about diligence of tax matters to uncover tax risks and expected tax treatment of the target company's operations post acquisition. This live audio conference will also help you to draft tax representations and indemnities  more...

Show Me the Money: Determining Return on Investment for People, Projects and Programs Benefits'Show me the money!' is the mantra of the day. Senior leaders in private sector, public sector, and social sector organizations want to see value for investments made in people, projects and programs. This value, more than ever before, is defined in terms of return on investment. Until you can produce solid, verifiable numbers that prove the worth of investments, you may never gain the  more...

Exit Strategies for Section 42 Affordable Housing Tax Credit Properties ...e successfully repositioned. This live audio conference will examine the opportunities and challenges facing owners of maturing tax credit properties, and how Year 15 transactions are being structured in today's market environment. Relevant topics will include general observations about Year 15 transactions, understanding the qualified contract process, tax consequences of tax credit property  more...

Workers' Compensation: Return to Work Issues ...will learn the fundamentals of managing the employee returning to work from a compensable injury. In addition to an understanding of the interplay between federal laws prohibiting discrimination against health conditions and state workers' compensation laws, you will learn strategies to make the most of functional capacity evaluations and rehabilitation programs. This live audio conference will  more...

Weight Loss At the Workplace: Legal Issues For Employers Seeking To Reduce Health Care Costs BenefitsLearn the issues used to identify and address when formulating and implementing a corporate wellness program that is aimed at weight loss reduction. The number of potentially applicable federal and state laws requires careful consideration of the potential issues raised with drafting and managing a corporate wellness program. The multiple relevant laws and regulations only heighten the  more...

Key Legal and Practical Considerations When Forming an ACO: Seizing the Opportunities and Overcoming Challenges to Achieve Qual ...er to seize the opportunities. This live audio conference will walk you through the legal, regulatory, policy, and practical challenges and solutions along the road to accountable care. Through constructive analysis of the Final Rule and guidance issued by CMS, DOJ, and the FTC, and the lessons learned from previous attempts at hospital-physician alignment, you will gain an in-depth look at the  more...

Are You Prepared for the Financial Institution Record Match Program? ...cted legislation (California Revenue Tax Code 19266) that will impact virtually every bank, credit union, thrift and brokerage firm doing business in California. This new program will place a new burden on financial institutions in order to help the state collect delinquent taxes. Financial institutions should start consideration of the FIRM Agreement and how to comply with the FIRM  more...

OSHA's Cranes and Derricks Standards Update: The Litigators' Perspective ...in nature) or property damage. This live audio conference will orient those who defend crane litigation, whether manufacturers, architects, engineers, maintainers, lessors or otherwise to understand the new OSHA standards, what they mean, and how they can be used successfully toward defending such claims going forward. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to describe standards that predated  more...

Getting Closer to Perfect: Tips to Help Paralegals Write Effective Emails and Memos ...will look at some key legal writing concepts applicable to a variety of documents that paralegals draft on a regular basis, including emails, memoranda and discovery. Good legal writing is a skill that can be learned, and comes through practice and multiple drafts. Attend this program and receive a basic review of grammar and other writing strategies, dispel some myths about rules you thought  more...

Accounts Receivable and Collection Management with QuickBooks by Lorman Education Services ...siness's cash flowing quickly. This live audio conference will help you to learn how to optimize your cash flow by properly utilizing QuickBooks for the customer cycle, setting preferences, using reports and tools, and preparing customer and collection letters. After watching this audio conference, you will be better suited to collect from your customers and manage accounts receivable in the  more...

Telecommuting: The Next Wave of Wage and Hour Litigation ...er telecommuting arrangements. This live audio conference will provide managers and legal advisers with the background they need concerning the legal landscape surrounding wage and hour issues applicable to telecommuting arrangements, and the management policies and practices they should implement to reduce risk. This live audio conference is designed for human resource and payroll  more...

Employment Law Compliance: Disciplining or Terminating a Workers' Comp Claimant ...will address many of the difficult issues that arise when considering whether to discipline or terminate an employee who is also a workers' compensation claimant. The program will cover the core concepts underpinning workers' compensation statutes and the primary types of anti-retaliation provisions found in workers' compensation statutes. The live audio conference will then examine the steps  more...

Enhanced Foreign Asset Reporting Rules for 2011: An Update on FBAR and FATCA Requirements ...s recently imposed additional reporting requirements that will obligate U.S. taxpayers to annually disclose specified foreign financial assets when they file their personal income tax returns for 2011 and thereafter. The new foreign asset reporting rules, which are part of the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA), signal a new era in foreign asset reporting by U.S. taxpayers, and  more...

Basic Principles of Construction Insurance ...will offer an overview of basic insurance coverage used for construction projects. The presenter is an experienced construction and insurance coverage attorney who will discuss how to secure appropriate insurance coverage at a project's inception and what to do when claims arise during construction or after project completion. Builder's risk, CGL and other common project policies will be  more...

Americans With Disabilities Act - The Reasonable Accommodation Process ...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 Disabilities Act and what are  more...

Learning on the Job: Creating Legally-Sound Internship Programs ...ral and state employment laws. This live audio conference will provide 'soup to nuts' guidance on the legal and practical implications of establishing an internship program in your organization. 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  more...

Developing a School Wellness Program BenefitsAs many of you are aware, childhood obesity is one of our nation's leading health threats. Today, about 1 in 3 children and youth (ages 2-19) in the United States is already overweight or obese -- that's nearly 25 million young people. - Disappearing recess: Nearly one-third of elementary schools do not schedule recess on a regular basis. - Less physical education: 92% of elementary  more...

Potholes: Causes, Maintenance and Pitfalls ...sed cost of pavement upkeep. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to describe causes of potholes. - You will be able to review mitigation of potholes. - You will be able to review mistakes in maintenance. - You will be able to discuss effect of water and traffic on pothole development. This live audio conference is designed for engineers, public works and utilities directors, government  more...

Common Conflicts in the Tripartite Relationship ...aims for over a decade. By attending this conference, you will learn common scenarios where the members of the tripartite relationship are at odds, and how their rights are protected while actively defending a case. Actual real-life scenarios will be discussed to assist you in spotting issues, before they become a problem. Tailored to meet a national audience, this presentation will provide  more...

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Records: What Can You Release? ...or over a decade. By attending this audio conference, you will learn how to comply with records requests without violating a patient's privacy rights. Actual real-life scenarios will be discussed to assist you in spotting issues, before they become a problem. Tailored to meet a national audience, this presentation will provide knowledge necessary for any health information custodian to ensure  more...

Satisfying OFCCP's Internet Applicant Rules ...o 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, managing data and what parameters an employer can establish around its application  more...

Battle of the Forms and Managing the Contracting Process ...ds of the prospective parties. This live audio 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  more...

Rain Water Harvesting ...will assist owners, developers, utility officials, engineers, architects, sustainability experts, data center managers, environmental scientists, facility mangers, property managers, water utility officials and consultants in understanding the important factors in considering, planning, assessing and implementing rainwater harvesting projects. You will understand the key variables needed to  more...

Understanding Warranties and Guarantees in the Standard AIA Contract ...ion of a construction project. This live audio conference will help you understand the issues concerning warranties and call-back periods, including the legal limitations on them, which will in turn allow you to adequately negotiate, comply with and/or enforce those provisions. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to identify and negotiate the warranties and guarantees included in the  more...

Understanding and Complying With Disclosures Under Rule 26(A) ...ecords is now expected by litigants and courts alike. You will learn about the amended federal rules relating to electronic discovery and recent case law interpreting these rules. This live audio conference will also discuss benchmarking data that assesses how companies can cope with amended federal rules' requirements and offer practical suggestions for integrating records management and legal  more...

Child Sexual Abuse Interview Protocol: Evidence-Based Strategies ...sure and nondisclosure cases. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to review the research on child sexual abuse forensic interviews and findings. - You will be able to discuss recommendations for practice. - You will be able to explain the four stages of interview protocol. This live audio conference is designed for social workers, counselors, psychologists, social service directors, case  more...

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

Multistate Taxation: Income Franchise Tax ... tax in a single jurisdiction, this live audio conference will explore trends in state taxation of interstate businesses, with particular emphasis on the expanding web of information available to state tax administrators in regard to businesses operating in their states. Tax administrators are becoming increasingly adept at mining this web to enforce tax liabilities they might previously have  more...

Excel Power Tips and Shortcuts ...? You can now learn simple tricks and many shortcuts that will make you instantly more proficient using Excel ! Most Excel users are underutilizing this software. Start using the full power of Excel , and learn cool Excel tips and tricks that will make you the 'go-to' person in your office! Master more than 100 tips to make you a Power User! This live audio conference gives you a ton of  more...

Commercial Lease Negotiations and Due Diligence ...itsIn this informative live audio conference, our speaker will take the key lease provisions and go back to the basics with respect to commercial leases. This live audio conference is ideal for beginners and experts alike, since each provision will start at the simplest level and go to the most sophisticated level. You will learn about the critical due diligence issues and developments that  more...

Extensive Green Roof Design ...n and function of green roofs. This live audio conference will focus on understanding how the components and design of green roof systems contribute to form and function of the roof. We will examine realistic expectations for green roof performance and how to optimize roof assemblies, design and maintenance to optimize roof performance. We will discuss existing design guidelines and materials  more...

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

SAS 117: Compliance Audits BenefitsSAS 117, issued in December 2009, establishes standards and clarifies the auditor's responsibility in auditing and reporting on an entity's compliance with applicable governmental auditing standards. Attend this live audio conference to gain an overall understanding of the requirements of AU Section 801 and learn new auditor and management performance and reporting requirements. Learn  more...

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

Advanced Issues in GMP Contracting ...iferated, so have disputes. This live audio conference will address and resolve these dispute suggestions that parties to these disputes often lack full appreciation of the differences between GMP contracts and the contracts that the users are used to working under, how to manage the risks that are inherent to this delivery system, or the additional administrative burden that accompanies the  more...

Wetlands Challenges and Use of Mitigation Bank Credits ...volving or affecting wetlands. This live audio conference will provide the background and guide to the use of wetlands mitigation credits as a means of addressing the legal and ecological issues arising from filling or disturbing wetlands. Key to mitigation is the strategic use of wetlands mitigation bank credits to offset the removal of wetlands. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to  more...

Fair Labor Standards Act: Coverage and Compliance Issues ...loyees have been properly classified as exempt, employers will sometimes inadvertently destroy the exempt status, opening up another avenue for back pay claims. This live audio conference will explain the various exemptions from overtime, how to take advantage of them and how to avoid losing them. Attendees will learn how to determine whether an employee falls within one of the three  more...

Key Elements and Legal Lessons Surrounding Donor Intent ...e organizations and to donors. This live audio conference will help you understand how to document such intent in a manner that maximizes the donor's ability to ensure that his or her wishes are followed. It also will help charitable organizations understand when they may modify restrictions imposed by a donor on a gift and what processes they must follow to seek such modifications. This live  more...

Understanding Your Summary Plan Descriptions ...in the information in the SPD. This live audio conference will help you understand what a summary plan description is, what ERISA requires to be included in the document and how to distribute the SPD. You will also discover what a summary annual report is, what is required under ERISA and the distribution requirements. This live audio conference is designed for human resource managers,  more...

Federal Cases From Pleading to Judgment for Paralegals ...ent in their client's favor. This live audio conference will give paralegals, both new and experienced, a detailed overview of the litigation process from start to final judgment. Understanding how a trial is successfully conducted allows you to make valuable contributions to the trial team right from the start of a case: Finding key facts to plead, key defenses to make, handling and  more...

Guidance on Lobbying and Political Campaign Activities of 501(c)(3) Organizations ... activity is never permitted. This live audio conference will explain, in plain-English, how to avoid the pitfalls and how to take advantage of the opportunities available to 501(c)(3) organizations. Practical guidance will be provided as to the types of lobbying and the amount of lobbying in which 501(c)(3) organizations can safely engage. Practical tips will be offered on monitoring both  more...

Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits: Using Tax Incentives to Develop and Invest in Historic Properties ...uildings across the country. This live audio conference will start with the basic tax and regulatory framework for HTCs. We will also explore the basic deal structures being used today, as well as discuss potential stumbling blocks, including recapture risks and tax exempt structuring issues. The program will explore how to monetize the tax credits from both the developer and the investor  more...

Creating Successful Employee Surveys ...zational goals and objectives. This live audio conference will help HR professionals, senior management and supervisors update their knowledge of employee survey trends and implications, use employees surveys to increase the value of their human capital, and use employee surveys as a catalyst for action. This live audio conference is designed for human resource managers, presidents, vice  more...

Tax Benefits and Considerations for Contributions of Inventory and Other Assets by Business Entities BenefitsMany business entities and individuals wish to support the mission and programs of important charitable organizations with gifts of inventory and other assets. This live audio conference will review the unique considerations and rules governing the tax benefits for gifts of inventory and other assets. Applicable IRS publications and forms will be shared and explained. This live audio  more...

Non-Resident Employee Withholding ...g taxed in the correct states. This live audio conference will give you the tools to determine what taxes are applicable for your employees based on residency, state and reciprocity agreements. We will also cover local tax determinations as well. After this live audio conference you will be able to determine the correct taxation for all employees no matter the employment scenario. This live  more...

Key Aspects of Mezzanine Financing ...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 the key issues  more...

Electronic Control Weapon and Legal Liability BenefitsThis live audio conference addresses the use of force, investigation and legal liabilities associated with the use of electronic control weapons (ECWs) in a law enforcement environment. Learn about the realities and myths associated with ECWs as well as current use of force federal case laws pertaining to the use of ECWs. Familiarize yourself with 'best practices' responses, uses of ECWs  more...

Document Retention and Destruction Policies for Financial Institutions ...tion of the document universe. This live audio conference will help you navigate the complex universe of document retention rules. Perhaps more importantly, however, this audio conference will explain the necessity for a vigorous document destruction program. Consistent management of documents reduces litigation exposure and regulatory criticism. This live audio conference is designed for  more...

Understanding LEED for Sustainable Building ...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 LEED 2012 and what that means for the working professional. We will focus on LEED for new construction and provide relevant background on the big-picture impacts, as  more...

Students With Disabilities: How to Legally Discipline ... to fulfill these obligations. This live audio conference will help the person responsible for overseeing and/or training individuals relative to the discipline of disabled students understand the obligations imposed by IDEA and Section 504 concerning the discipline of disabled students and how to fulfill those obligations. It will also provide an opportunity for discussion of common problems  more...

How to Detect Fraud ...llars lost each year to fraud. This live audio conference will educate listeners to the different varieties of occupational fraud and relevant statistics. We will provide a foundation to the listeners as to who perpetrates the fraud, how they are detected, and what companies can do to mitigate fraud losses. The live audio conference will also address what role accountants can play in this  more...

Fundamentals of Section 382 BenefitsOne of the most important assets of a development stage company can be its federal income tax loss carry-forward (NOL). Protecting its value to offset future federal income tax income, however, can be challenging as there are a number of tax rules designed to limit the availability of the NOLs. In particular, Section 382 limits a corporation's ability to offset taxable income with its NOLs  more...

Job Order Contracting Fundamentals ..., from both the owner's and the contractor's perspective, will be addressed, as will personnel and management requirements 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  more...

Best Practices to Modify Electronic Health Records While Maintaining Record Integrity ...be a difficult task in an EHR. This live audio conference will help you ensure that you have the right practices in place to ensure the integrity of records. Issues of creating a sound legal record are discussed, and the impacts of not maintaining record integrity are explained. The live audio conference discusses the kinds of changes that may be made and issues each kind can create. The  more...

Control Costs and Increase Efficiency With P&C Claims Predictive Models ...lar that gets spent on claims. This live audio conference will discuss how companies leverage advanced analytics, internal company data, external third-party databases and 'homemade' synthetic data to help claims adjusters take preventative actions earlier in the lifecycle of a claim. From first notice of loss and resource assignment, to the identification of potentially fraudulent claim  more...

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

Withholding of Taxes on Payments to Foreign Persons and Entities ... the IRS. After attending this live audio conference, you will be able to identify when income is subject to withholding, evaluate the proper procedures to withhold and comply with the proper documentation. This live audio conference is designed for accountants, tax managers, accounts payable professionals, bookkeepers, CFOs, controllers, enrolled agents, business managers and owners,  more...

Tax and Estate Planning for Clients Relocating to Florida ...will highlight the legal and tax impact of a client relocating to Florida. Certainly the appeal of Florida's great weather can be too much to resist for some, but the move has consequences. Tax laws in Florida are generally much more favorable than the laws of the state the client is departing. Similarly, the laws impacting asset protection planning are generally more protective of the client's  more...

ALTA Policy, Endorsements and Transaction Strategies With Title Insurance ...will examine the changing role of title insurance in real estate transactions and review policy forms, with an emphasis on the 2006 ALTA Policy. Using the commitment for title insurance, this program will discuss how you can avoid title pitfalls and coverage gaps, expedite a pre-closing response to coverage requests, and ultimately enhance coverage. Critical legal issues and practical  more...

Electronic Contracts: Best Practices and Legal Implications BenefitsThe legal landscape affecting the enforceability and proper use of electronic contracts continues to change. While such contracts are now widely used, certain issues remain unsettled, including unilateral modification of contracts and attribution of electronic signatures to a particular user for enforceability issues. Jason Epstein, William Norton and Geoffrey Vickers will provide  more...

Problems and Risks Associated With Green Construction ... bottom-line impacts. In this live audio conference, we will explore some of the challenges that may be encountered when building green and going beyond the basic principles of conventional construction. You will learn risk considerations unique to green design and construction, failure modes that may be encountered, steps to identify and help to avoid failures that could impact qualification  more...

Document Retention and Destruction: What Human Resource Professionals Must Know BenefitsCorrectly handling the documentation of employees is one of the most difficult and tedious tasks that human resources professionals need to perform for their organizations. Knowing the proper procedures to follow to document employees in the workplace is a key skill needed by most human resources professionals. This live audio conference will provide you with information on the key  more...

Legal Ethics and Loss Prevention Issues with Electronic Communications and Security ... lawyer's ethical obligations. This live audio conference will highlight issues regarding the use of communication technology by lawyers and their clients and discuss many of the pitfalls that can arise. Problems will be illustrated through the use of hypothetical scenarios, and several practical tips for reducing risk will be provided. This live audio conference is primarily designed for  more...

Discharge Codes: Impact on the Post-Acute Care Transfer Policy - Risks and Rewards BenefitsImproper understanding and application of discharge codes may result in reduced hospital reimbursement and represent a compliance risk under the PACT policy. William E. Haik, M.D. has been involved in ICD-9-CM coding and chart documentation for more than 25 years and will explain why the problem exists and how to remedy it. This live audio conference is designed for medical records  more...

AIA Document D503(TM) - 2011: Guide for Sustainable Projects ...moving those projects forward. This live audio conference will help design and construction industry participants, and their advisors, to maximize effective use of this valuable resource. The live audio conference will address how the Guide was developed and structured, and will discuss key issues to be considered by each party when embarking on a sustainable project. The presenters will  more...

How to Sell to the U.S. Government ...ss to increasing sales to the U.S. federal government. We will clearly identify how to find the agencies, offices and people who buy specific services and products. We will cover the mandatory tools needed as door-openers, how to sell to the military and civilian agencies, and how the government actually buys - credit card purchases, bids, contracts and grants. Failing to understand the key  more...

Form-Based Zoning: An Alternative to Traditional Ordinances ...will provide a basic understanding of form-based codes: how they are different, how they can be applied and how they can help implement more sustainable communities. 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  more...

Form 990 And Unrelated Business Income ...will involve a detailed discussion of Form 990, including tips and traps. If you are involved with 990s, you know the effort it takes to complete the form accurately. With renewed emphasis on the filing due to congressional attention and IRS audit activity, this program will go through the respective parts of the form in detail, and provide tips on completing the form in an accurate,  more...

How to Avoid Death by PowerPoint ...o conference and learn how to use several techniques that will engage and excite your audience without using bullet point after bullet point. You will learn how visual metaphors, targeted animation techniques and careful placement of graphics will turn your drab presentations into fabulous presentations that compel your audience members to action. This live audio conference does NOT give  more...

Advanced Applicant Tracking Strategies For Government Contractors: Effective Tools To Avoid Claims of Discrimination ...a tool for defending against claims of discrimination. We will also discuss recordkeeping steps critical to support effective applicant tracking. This program is critical for employers subject to OFCCP's jurisdiction and attendant applicant tracking rules so they can avoid costly and reputation damaging discrimination findings. This live audio conference is designed for human resource  more...

Why Everything You Know About Roth Conversions May Be Wrong BenefitsLearn to capture your share of the multi trillion dollar IRA rollover marketplace. Most advisors have been ambivalent at best about the Roth conversion. This live audio conference will give you clarity so that you can recommend specific, accurate advice to your prospects and clients. This live audio conference is designed for accountants, presidents, vice presidents, controllers, CFOs,  more...

Considering Medicare's Interest in Future Medical Expenses While Avoiding MSA Overfunding ...will focus on Medicare compliance in workers' compensation and liability cases in which future medical expenses are likely to be incurred. We will explore the legal obligations of injured persons, insurers, and employers in compliance with the Medicare Secondary Payer Act when settling workers' compensation and liability cases. Explore alternatives to submission for CMS approval as a means of  more...

The WE in Wellness--5 Skills Every Case Manager Should Know for Effective Case Management ... plan for attaining wellness. This live audio conference will define and describe 5 skills that are essential to helping clients achieve as much wellness as they are willing and able to gain. It will be an honest review of actually how much behavioral change can and should be expected of various types of clients, and strategies that will lead to as much success and least frustration along the  more...

Sales and Use Taxation of Internet Sales:The Evolving Case Law ...ng body of judicial decisions, this live audio conference will help you better understand your sales and use tax obligations and ensure compliance. It will explain the constitutional requirements that must be satisfied in order for a state to impose sales or use tax obligations. We will examine the critical substantial nexus requirement and clarify the contours of that requirement through a  more...

Trucking Litigation ...ucking tort cases. During this live audio conference, you will hear how to negotiate the waters and learn how the myriad of confusing federal and state regulations could torpedo your otherwise straightforward common law case. Hear from the former top United States D.O.T. trucking lawyer and learn how to utilize federal and state information to help bolster your case. You will also hear from a  more...

Documentation and Proof of Construction Delay ...ment delay is a crucial skill. This live audio conference will focus on the key terms, important contract provisions and the most successful approaches to the determination of delay. It will include a discussion of the importance of the critical path, the importance of the contemporaneous documentation and the pitfalls associated with discredited analytical techniques. It will also describe the  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...

Medical Records Update for Paralegals: Releases, Retention and Confidentiality Requirements ...ften-conflicting time periods. This live audio conference will outline the sources of the laws and regulations that govern the ability and duty of such repositories to release such information; their obligations to retain medical records in their possession; the confidentiality obligations of such record holders; the impact of those laws, and how to establish policies and systems to ensure  more...

Special Needs Trusts: What, Why and How ...grams tighten. The focus of this live audio conference will be on special needs trusts, which may be useful to a wide variety of persons faced with these issues. We will first set the context by describing the main government benefit programs and fundamental planning tools. We then will discuss the different types of special needs trusts as well as practical planning options that will help  more...

Planning Your Holiday Party: Keys to a Celebration Without Litigation ...bility well past the New Year. This live audio conference will help you understand the possible sources of trouble and see options for assisting the company to navigate the potential minefield of a holiday party. We will also explore the considerations any employer should examine when deciding whether to serve alcohol at its function, harassment and other behaviors to look out for, and  more...

Making Friends: Social Understanding for Students with Autism and Asperger's ...lationships in their school environments. This program will introduce strategies that were found to be successful while developing the social skills group, Friends' Club. The program will describe the 'lessons learned from Friends' Club' and what strategies helped teach these children to make friends. The program will also include excerpts and examples of helpful tips from the book Quirky,  more...

IRS Guidelines for Good Governance for 501(c)(3) Organizations ... for tax-exempt organizations. This live audio conference will help you understand why Congress, the IRS and others insist on requiring that Section 501(c)(3) entities implement the best practices in corporate governance. This program will assist you and others responsible for completing the governance portions of the Form 990. We will include tips for how to establish systems to collect the  more...

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

Tax Planning and Guidance for Business Travel and Entertainment Deductions ...owed under the federal tax code. Ensure that your records will stand the test of a tax audit. Fine tune your understanding of when an employee's meal is 100% deductible and when it is only 50% deductible. Understand when foreign travel is deductible and the limitations on personal travel and entertainment mixed with business travel and entertainment. This live audio conference is designed for  more...

Powers of Attorney: Estate Planning Opportunities and Pitfalls ... the client and the draftsman. This live audio conference will present an in depth analysis of the effective use of powers of attorney in the client's estate plan and consider practical problems and solutions in their use. The in depth knowledge gained from this presentation will aid you in advising clients and suggesting helpful revisions to improve existing powers of attorney. The speaker  more...

Contractor Guidance on Avoiding OSHA and Other Legal Problems ...pproaches and interpretations. This live audio conference will focus on three areas: (1) recognizing and responding to OSHA's increasingly complex citation theories; (2) managing OSHA and other government visits under the DOL 'Plan/Prevent/Protect' approach; and (3) discuss practical worksite strategies to improve the safety management process in a fashion that increases productivity and  more...

How to Revitalize an Impoverished Neighborhood: Thirty Years of Successful Green Urbanism ...will teach people how to turn around neighborhoods without removing the poor, and to create a 'shared revitalization' that is a great place to live, work, and play using new urbanism and green planning purposes. He will teach to recycle buildings that embraces historic preservation and green planning principles. He will teach traffic calming techniques of how to turn one-way streets into  more...

Understanding the Durbin Amendment's Impacts and Implications ...in Amendment impacts have been immediate but the industry will continue to evolve for some time in response to the longer-term implications of these new requirements. Attendees at this live audio conference will engage with the speaker on an overview of the various provisions of the Durbin Amendment and the Federal Reserve Board's final implementing regulations. Following this level-setting  more...

Smartphone Policies For The Health Care Industry ...oth to employees and patients. This live audio conference will help you develop a plan to (1) identify the legal issues raised by the implementation of an electronic resources policy; (2) draft an enforceable electronic resources policy; and (3) implement an enforceable electronic resources policy. This live audio conference is designed for health information managers, medical records  more...

International Tax Forms and Reporting Requirements ...t been previously encountered. This live audio conference will deal with those IRS forms that tax professionals must understand to assist their clients. We will provide a common hypothetical scenario in which a taxpayer must file each IRS form, discuss practice pointers, and describe how to complete the IRS form. This live audio conference is designed for accountants, tax managers, accounts  more...

Making Shared Services Work ...f this live audio conference. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to explain approaches to service delivery structure in local government. - You will be able to review common applications of shared services. - You will be able to recognize when to use a shared services approach. - You will be able to identify decision criteria for shared services opportunities. This live audio conference  more...

Email Collections: Do's and Don'ts ...rm of communications. In this live audio conference, you will learn how you can use email to enhance your customer's experience and streamline your business' productivity in relation to getting paid. Learn how email can help improve your collections and what some of the most common mistakes are when using email and how you can avoid them. This live audio conference is designed for credit and  more...

When Words Get In The Way: FDCPA Claims Based On Collection Letters ...laims against debt collectors. This live audio conference will provide an overview of the typical claims that are brought against debt collectors pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and the best defenses against such claims, a discussion of recent cases involving claims emerging from the language and format used in collection letters, and practical do's and don'ts to avoid common  more...

COBRA: A Little of Everything is Changing ...e basics and the most recent changes in the COBRA law. We will discuss who has the compliance responsibilities and what an employer must do every day to be in compliance! How do all of the employee benefit laws work together - when do they work separately. How can the employer keep up? SO many things changing in the employee benefit world - COBRA, Subsidy, National Health Care, FSAs - how can  more...

Structuring and Drafting Conservation Easements ...e pitfalls can be devastating. This live audio conference will provide you with the legalities of creating a conservation easement and establish what the priorities are when it comes to structuring and drafting them. You will gain an appreciation for the complexities of crafting a form of conservation easement that works. Pitfalls that are currently being encountered in the field, including  more...

Effective UCC Search Strategies to Minimize Risk ...r to enjoy priority, so prospective lenders and creditors will want to search for those liens. Notwithstanding the recent revisions to Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code, the law that governs most consensual security interests, lien searching remains an art. Issues remain regarding what name to search, where to search and how to deal with past transactions conducted by the debtor's  more...

Taxation and Accounting Issues With Debt Restructuring, Modifications and Bankruptcies ...wers and lenders alike. In this live audio conference, we will discuss a myriad of issues, including rules that treat debt modifications as taxable transfers, the taxation of cancellation of indebtedness income and exceptions thereto, and the stimulus package rules that allow for a deferral of tax on the cancellation of indebtedness. We also will discuss the impact of these transactions on  more...

Turbidity Control and Testing on Construction Sites ...mination System (NPDES) Construction General Permit which will replace the 2008 Construction General Permit. The public notice period expired July 11, 2011. The 2008 Construction General Permit will expire February 15, 2012. Turbidity (cloudiness or haziness of a fluid) is an important parameter used to evaluate the impact of construction sites on the waters of the United States. The  more...

How to Develop an Effective Mentoring Program ...g, matching, monitoring, and evaluation. The facilitators will also discuss the training materials and documentation needed for successful mentoring efforts. After this conference, you will have a much better understanding of the steps needed to design and implement an effective workplace mentoring program. This live audio conference is designed for human resource and benefit managers,  more...

Current Issues in Joint Venture Taxation ...will have learned the tax considerations when creating, operating and terminating joint ventures, including special tax issues in a real estate joint venture or when a joint venturer is a tax exempt organization. This live audio conference will cover key income tax issues covering the life of a joint venture including: What are the tax considerations when determining the type of joint venture  more...

Compliance With the PCI/CISP Credit Card Security Standards ...ease in volume and complexity. This live audio conference will help you prepare for the upcoming changes in the standard, as well as provide strategies to reduce the scope and impact PCI DSS has on your enterprise. This live audio conference is designed for presidents, vice presidents, controllers, tax managers, accountants, CFOs, CEOs, business owners and managers, business and financial  more...

Pupil Records: Best Practices Concerning Access, Release, Content and Storage of Educational Documents ...nts and members of the public. This live audio conference will provide school officials, parents, school staff and school lawyers with an overview of the laws relating to access, release, content and storage of student records. The live audio conference will define the rules as well as the exceptions and provide pragmatic advice for how to ensure compliance with the law and avoid disputes over  more...

Securitized Loan Fundamentals BenefitsReal estate loans that a loan originator intends to securitize are documented with the underwriting requirements of CMBS underwriters, rating agencies and buyers in mind. Consequently, their structure, documentation, closing and administrative requirements are less subject to negotiation than other types of real estate loan products. This live audio conference will help you understand  more...

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

Construction Management At-Risk Fundamentals ...tor, or a trade subcontractor, this live audio conference will help you understand how and why CM at-risk projects are DIFFERENT, and what you need to do in order to prepare yourself to realize the benefits of this approach and avoid its unique risks. What can you potentially gain from using this delivery method? How will you have to change the way you approach the other stakeholders? What are  more...

Alternative and Controversial Land Use Regulations ...ning is required. (Solution) This live audio conference will equip local planners and elected and appointed officials with the necessary tools to understand and manage the federal and state overlays as they affect local zoning and to develop hybrid codes that go beyond traditional zoning to deal with the complex issues of regulation affecting local governments with emerging social problems.  more...

Construction Payment Bond Fundamentals ...irst the normal parameters and terms of payment bonds. We will provide practical tips associated with either pursuing or responding to payment bond claims. A lack of understanding as to how payment bonds work and what they are intended (or not intended) to cover may lead to lost opportunity or financial losses. This program is critical for management and operations personnel who want to  more...

Cold Calling Tips and Scripts ... make an appointment need to learn these skills NOW! You will learn how to get the proper person on the phone, explain the reason for the appointment, handle the objections, and close on the appointment date and time. We will cover selling tips as well as appointment tips. This live audio conference is designed for sales managers, directors, account managers, presidents, vice presidents,  more...

Why Is This Guy Still on My Health Plan? ...ively at work for the company. This live audio conference will answer a common problem employers experience, what date should an employee be treated as a terminated employee when he/she is on a leave of absence, or fails to return from a leave of absence, and how does this coordinate with the company provided health benefits? This program will discuss the legal issues surrounding a leave of  more...

Finance Skills for Procurement Professionals ...nal must have to assist with everyday decision making. We will focus on core finance 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'  more...

When Employee Bloggers Attack: Responding to Negative Employee Comments on the Web BenefitsAs social networking, via online tools such as MySpace , Facebook , and Twitter , have exploded in popularity over the last few years, many employers have had to deal with inappropriate conduct by their employees on the web, including an employee's direct criticism of the company. According to one survey, at least half of all employers have had to discipline employees for inappropriate  more...

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

Difficult and Disruptive Students BenefitsStudents labeled as 'difficult' or 'disruptive' are often unsuccessful in school and may be poorly prepared to manage life as an adult, should they graduate. Additionally, they make life challenging for teachers and administrators. Left unchecked, they can consume school resources with little improvement, feel left out and unappreciated, and are at increased risk for unemployment, problems  more...

Everything You Wanted to Know About Drug and Alcohol Testing but Were Afraid to Ask BenefitsMost companies that care about safety in the workplace have implemented a drug and alcohol testing program. An added benefit to companies is a reduction in their workers' compensation insurance premiums. What makes an effective program? What kind of safeguards should there be to ensure accuracy? What does a drug test really measure? What is the best sample: urine, hair or oral fluid? Are  more...

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

The Carryover Basis Election for 2010 Decedents ...ns made, by November 15, 2011. This live audio conference will provide an overview of the law and issues, review the two recent pronouncement, discuss issues they raise and attempt to provide attorneys, accountants, financial advisers and others dealing with 2010 estates, some practical guidance as to how to proceed. This live audio conference is designed for attorneys, estate planners,  more...

Determining Meaningful Use for Electronic Health Records ...rocess 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 for medical records directors, health information managers, privacy  more...

Key Legal Distinctions Between Business Entities BenefitsA critical issue in starting any new business is to decide the best type of entity for the business. The choices can be numerous and bewildering, and the consequences of a wrong choice can be problematic. For example, for multi-owner businesses, the choices may include (depending on the relevant state): (i) general partnerships; (ii) limited liability partnerships; (iii) limited  more...

Reading and Understanding Soil Reports ...nt to provide a soils report does not necessarily mean it will be put to good use. Many of the terms and even the recommendations given in soils reports could use some explanation. This live audio conference will help you understand what type of soils report you may need, the technical terms found within the soils report, what is really the important information you need to get out of a soils  more...

Responding to an EEO Charge ...e worst case scenario happens, this live audio conference will tell you how to protect your company when an EEOC charge arises, tips and strategies to respond to the charge, how to prepare your position statement, and how to respond to requests for information and understand the mediation process. This live audio conference is designed for human resource managers, personnel managers, business  more...

Current Issues in Billboard Leases ...gularly tells us differently. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to describe how a billboard agreement differs from a typical lease, license or easement. - You will be able to recognize property owners valuation of a billboard agreement. - You will be able to discuss government regulations. - You will be able to explain terms of the agreement between the sign company and the business  more...

Using Travel Policy to Control Costs ...ly, those days are long gone. Attendees of this program will gain a high level of understanding about the best practices in travel management, so they can manage the balance between the competing strategic goals of service, savings and safety. Because a well-structured travel policy addresses the key components of successful travel management, we will describe best practices regarding travel  more...

Calculating the Cost of a Change ...certainty surrounding the pricing of changes. Contractors will learn what they must include to be made whole. Owner's will learn both what they should pay and what they shouldn't pay. CMs, attorneys, and the consultants and accountants that advise them will learn what is needed to accurately and persuasively price a change. We will focus on the hard topics - the legitimate damages associated  more...

Ready Access CBT Training: Methods for Training Your Clients in the Use of CBT While Strengthening and Broadening Your Own CBT S .... 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 explain them to others in a useful and memorable way. Particular attention will be devoted to converting  more...

Legal Implications of Environmental Contamination ...will provide business managers, landowners, environmental consultants, and legal practioners a practical grounding in the basic concepts underlying environmental common law tort, statutory/regulatory and contractual liability. You will understand the framework of federal and state sources of environmental liability and learn how to avoid and mitigate exposure to environmental liability so that  more...

IRS Form 941 Reporting Update ...ssments, audits and penalties. This live audio conference will help tax and payroll specialists and others with an interest in this issue to understand the employer's obligations under the employment tax collection system, including how to handle corrections and disputes when they arise. This live audio conference is designed for accountants, CPAs, CFOs, controllers, tax managers, presidents,  more...

Rules and Responsibilities Regarding Abandoned Wages ...will examine the rules and responsibilities regarding abandoned wages. If your payroll department is not handling unclaimed wages properly, you could be placing your company at risk for huge audit assessments, significant interest accumulations, and civil and criminal penalties. If your company issues any type of employment checks whether it be wages, bonuses, deferred compensation, employee  more...

Financial Statement Preparation and Analysis for Nonprofits ...will provide you with an overview of nonprofit financial statements and both external and internal nonprofit financial reporting concepts. We will focus on the primary users of nonprofit financial statements and the key differences between nonprofit and for-profit financial statements and reporting. This program will explore the fundamental accounting concepts underlying nonprofit financial  more...

Drafting a Green Ordinance: Case Study ... little operating experience to judge what works and what will not. There is an obvious need for real world, practical, and proven approaches to reaching achievable and sustainable local controls. This live audio conference will equip local planners and elected and appointed officials with the necessary tools to conceptualize, draft, enact, and self-critique a green land use code. We start  more...

Effective Use of the Internet in Criminal Investigations BenefitsToday's increasingly-connected society relies more and more upon the Internet. As these connections grow, criminals are conducting a larger number of activities online. They use the Internet to communicate, store data, and even perpetrate a new class of digital crime. This live audio conference will cover several recent case studies along with the methods used to track the offenders, cover  more...

Project-Based Learning BenefitsAttend this live audio conference and learn how to increase the depth of student learning in many curricular areas by moving toward student-directed inquiry on academic topics in which students develop their understanding through the completion of in-depth projects. Many student projects are multidisciplinary, providing the chance for students to see the relevancy of their learning through  more...

IRS Form 1099 Reporting Update ...ss to several repeals of the burdensome provisions. There will be continual uncertainty as to what revisions we may expect next! Thus, it is imperative to gain insight as to the current laws concerning information reporting. Join us to become informed of the most recent information reporting regulations to assure that you and your clients remain compliant with proper policies and procedures,  more...

The Open Enrollment Challenge: Strategies for Success BenefitsIs your benefits information often greeted by a yawn? Are you viewed as the enemy because you tell your employees how much more they have to pay for benefits every year? And why does the good news always get lost in the mix? Sometimes, it's not so much what you say as how you say it - and how often. Communications should never be an afterthought. Make sure employees appreciate all your  more...

Bikeway Design Principles, Planning, and Best Practices ...n funding hinders the implementation 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  more...

Effective Quality Control and Quality Assurance ... both design and construction, this live audio conference will illustrate steps that each member of a project team, including owner, architects, engineers, managers, contractors, subs and suppliers can take to deliver quality buildings. The meaning of quality to the various team members and the cooperation of those members in an integrated process will be explored. Examples of specific programs  more...

Utilizing Microsoft Word(TM) Features and Functions ...ocuments using basic features, the more in-depth features will add a new level of capability to current skill sets. Participants transitioning to version 2010 will regain their bearings on the new locations of Word commands. So many features and so little time! This live audio conference is designed for business owners and managers, accounting managers, controllers, bookkeepers, CPAs,  more...

Writing Job Descriptions ...d and maintain a library of accurate job descriptions. We will discuss the tenants of job documentation components, formats, and technique. More importantly, we will discuss job analysis, tools available to assist in the documentation process, and how to avoid various legal pitfalls. Finally, we will discuss the inter-relations of job evaluation, performance management, recruitment and  more...

Self-Auditing Your Employee Benefits:A Guide to What May Need Fixing ...rent processes and procedures. This live audio conference will give you a checklist of the most important issues to look at from a legal and a practical perspective for each type of benefit plan and help you identify and prioritize them so that you can focus your time and resources on the most likely areas of concern. This live audio conference is designed for human resource managers, benefits  more...

Bankruptcy Section 363: Purchasing Distressed Assets ... future market for distressed sales and 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  more...

Tips for Calculating a Regular Rate of Pay For Your Employees ... have serious consequences. This live audio conference will explain the complex rules that govern 'regular rate of pay' and how this determination affects the computation of overtime. By outlining straight forward rules, with examples, participants will gain a thorough understanding of how to help clients and businesses comply with the FLSA's overtime and pay rules. This live audio  more...

Construction Project Accounting ...r you to score early and win. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to discuss fundamentals of a successful bid. - You will be able to explain the WIP report. - You will be able to describe award considerations. - You will be able to review and monitor the profits. This live audio conference is designed for project managers, contractors, subcontractors, presidents, vice presidents, business  more...

Putting the Finishing Touches on Legal Writing: Editing, Polishing, and Proofreading Essentials ...ly is crucial to your success. This live audio conference will show you how to focus your writing to a specific audience; streamline and strengthen your writing; avoid grammar, spelling and punctuation errors that detract from your message; and provide meaningful suggestions when editing the work of others. Whether you are a new paralegal seeking fundamental skills or an experienced attorney  more...

Understand and Interpret Financial Statements ...he financial performance of an organization. The speaker will discuss the various components of a set of financial statements. He will also discuss balance sheet and income statement analysis and understanding cash flow statements. Finally, he will touch on key ratio analysis and how ratios provide an additional tool to judge financial performance. This live audio conference is designed to  more...

Use of Terms and Conditions in Purchase Agreements ...will discuss various provisions commonly found in the terms and conditions of agreements for the purchase and sale of goods. How many times do you get boilerplate agreements without truly reading the small print? When is small print even acceptable? What do these terms and conditions mean? How do I go about negotiating the terms? Do they really matter? This audio conference will provide a  more...

Workers' Compensation Issues for the Construction Industry ...will cover a variety of workers' compensation topics that includes several cost-savings ideas often overlooked by employers and insurance agents. This live audio conference includes a detailed discussion on experience modification factors (EMRs) and provides a simple explanation to both understand them, spot simple and the most frequent errors in their calculation, as well as the role of the  more...

Preventing and Recognizing Financial Elder Abuse BenefitsFinancial crimes against the elderly are generally considered to fall into two categories: fraud committed by strangers, and financial exploitation by relatives and caregivers. These categories are not discreet, and sometimes overlap. A clever stranger can often become a trusted caregiver. Although financial exploitation of the elderly has long been recognized as a 'national disgrace,'  more...

Proactive Fraud Prevention Measures ...will discuss the basic fraud components to include the elements of the 'fraud triangle' - opportunity, financial pressures/incentives and rationalization. We will also review the warning signs of fraud and proactive fraud measures to include the importance of internal controls to aid in fraud deterrence. This live audio conference is designed for CFOs, controllers, accountants, accounts  more...

Commonly Encountered Sales and Use Tax Audit Issues and Strategies to Defuse Them ... now to minimize future audit liabilities. The conference will start with an in-depth review of recent trends and legislative developments that are likely to have an impact on transactions the State's will audit and their taxability. A significant portion of our discussion will also focus on those issues taxpayers find most troublesome during audits from audit sampling and projection  more...

Commercial Ground Leases: A Conceptual Framework ... his bottom line. Solution - This live audio conference will provide a conceptual framework for ground leasing and then go into some specific areas designed to enable persons responsible for ground leasing from the owner's side to help the owner avoid unpleasant surprises with respect to the cost of the lease. This live audio conference is designed for attorneys, presidents, vice presidents,  more...

Solar Photovoltaics: How Do You Get This Stuff On Your Roof Anyway? ... questions and answers about installing photovoltaics! We will discuss advantages and disadvantages to off grid installations, how modules and batteries are wired, how to ready a structure for PV and some of the do's and don'ts. Rebates, tax credits and other incentives will also be covered. Lessons learned and fire code changes will be discussed. This will be a high level discussion. Some  more...

Changes to Cafeteria Plans: What You Need to Know to Prepare BenefitsThe IRS recently issued new rules which replaced portions of the old regulations. These new rules are exciting but require you to review and act on your old documents. The information provided in this live audio conference will assist you in decisions for the upcoming plan year and how to prepare for the changes. This live audio conference is designed for human resources and benefits  more...

How to Design Parking Lots That Work ...will be of great benefit to architects, engineers, developers and contractors. You will learn how to acquire a potential property, how to design and maintain surface parking lots. We will not only devote time to surface features, such as pavements, drainage and striping, but will also discuss the importance of paying attention to soil preparation and pavement foundation. Learning Objectives:  more...