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- A Primer on International Tax: Structuring Inbound Taxation
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A Primer on International Tax: Structuring Inbound Taxation
The globalization of the economy has created countless opportunities for foreign investment into the United States. This can be foreign investment in U.S. real estate & businesses and even foreign individuals looking to immigrate to the U.S. and bring assets with them.
A true master of his craft, Jacob Stein will explain the nuances & tax ramifications of these transactions, with particular emphasis on how to structure transactions for real estate and cross border joint ventures. Jacob will mainly address selecting the appropriate corporate structure, taxation issues with inboud transactions and transfer tax considerations. Further topics discussed: direct investment, LLCs, U.S. based corporations, foreign corporations investing in the U.S., FDAP Income (Fixed Determinable, Annual or Periodic), Effectively Connected Income (ECI), Branch Profits Tax, Capital Gains, Estate & Gift Tax and pre-integrated tax planning.
A partner with the Aliant law firm in Los Angeles, Jacob Stein focuses on asset & income protection, in addition to International Tax issues. He has represented over a thousand clients, from Forbes 400 families to Internet entrepreneurs.Practice Areas: Business Law, Immigration Law, Real Property, Taxation, Wills, Trusts & Estates
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Illinois (IL) | ITA (ITA) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Missouri (MO) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Pennsylvania (PA) | South Dakota (SD) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 02/28/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours
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Original Production Date: 02/10/2020
Run Time: 1:00:07 - All Bets are Off: Gambling, Addiction and Attorneys
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All Bets are Off: Gambling, Addiction and Attorneys
DraftKings, PokerStars, lotto at the corner store… once backroom taboo, legalized gambling is now big (legal) business in the United States. And with online gambling skyrocketing during the coronavirus crisis, many attorneys have run into problems with the “secret” addiction.
Brian S. Quinn had to learn his lesson the hard way. What started as football polls in middle school — ended with Brian selling his law practice to pay his debts and a stint in prison. In this CLE, Brian will primarily explore: the DSM-5 & gambling disorders, legalized gambling in the U.S. and mental health & gambling and harm to the legal profession. Brian will also detail the early warning signs of impairment, explain Lawyers Assistance Programs that provide services to lawyers & judges, examine the barriers that prevent lawyers from getting help and explore the role that education plays in breaking the stigma and the fear associated with addiction and mental illness in the legal profession. Special attention will be given to the connection between the coronavirus pandemic and its impact on social isolation, stress, anxiety, depression and gambling disorders.
Prior to working for Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers, Brian S. Quinn was a sole practitioner for nearly 40 years and has also worked in the field of Alcohol and Drug Counseling at Mirmont Treatment Center and Malvern Institute in suburban Philadelphia.Practice Areas: Criminal Law, Family Law, Mental Health & Substance Abuse, Sports and Entertainment, Substance Abuse
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Colorado (CO) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Illinois (IL) | ITA (ITA) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Missouri (MO) | Nevada (NV) | New Hampshire (NH) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Oregon (OR) | Pennsylvania (PA) | South Dakota (SD) | Texas (TX) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA) | West Virginia (WV)
Course Expiration: 07/31/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours
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Original Production Date: 08/02/2021
Run Time: 1:00:07 - Cell Phone Forensics: The Digital Smoking Gun
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Cell Phone Forensics: The Digital Smoking Gun
There are billions of iPhones, Droids, tablets, Alexas and other digital devices in the world. And with countless apps, limitless tracking capabilities & ubiquitous WiFi, that iPhone in your client’s pocket holds a treasure trove of electronic information. Don’t worry though — you don’t have be a total tech geek to understand how cell phone forensics can help you in your criminal and civil cases. Lars Daniel breaks things down in plain English by utilizing colorful case examples to illustrate how electronic information generated by cell phones and digital devices can make — OR break — your client’s case. Lars will mainly discuss the proper (and improper) collection, acquisition, analysis and examination of electronic evidence on smartphones and challenging digital evidence generated by cell phones. Lars will also address the following topics: “thumb forensics” & first responders, file systems, deleted & destroyed data, conducting manual examinations, Google Maps location data, user accounts, Internet searches & web history, call logs, text (SMS) messaging, apps, timelines, affidavit highlights, video verification, fakes messages and spoofing.
A seasoned digital forensics expert,, author and speaker, Lars Daniel has attended over 350 hours of forensic training and has worked on over 500 cases involving murder, child pornography, terrorism, rape, kidnapping, intellectual property, fraud, wrongful death, among other case types.Practice Areas: Criminal Law, Litigation, Personal Injury, Technology
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Colorado (CO) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Idaho (ID) | Illinois (IL) | ITA (ITA) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Minnesota (MN) | Missouri (MO) | Montana (MT) | Nevada (NV) | New Hampshire (NH) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Carolina (NC) | North Dakota (ND) | Oregon (OR) | Pennsylvania (PA) | Puerto Rico (PR) | South Dakota (SD) | Texas (TX) | Vermont (VT) | Virginia (VA) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 08/31/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours
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Original Production Date: 09/17/2021
Run Time: 1:00:05 - Common Misinformation About Addictive Problems
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Common Misinformation About Addictive Problems
True — or false? Addiction is a disease and largely genetic. 12 Step Recovery Programs are essential for treatment. You are either an alcoholic — or a “normie.”
Dr. Tom Horvath thinks these statements are all false and represent some of the most common misinformation about addictive problems. Instead, he believes that developing will power & self-control, managing your environment and expressing gratitude & showing compassion are ways that attorneys can overcome and altogether avoid substance abuse problems. And after taking 1 substance abuse CLE, we ALL quickly learn that lawyers are prone to substance use & abuse disorders due to the stress of the profession and the personality types of attorneys. To better inform you about addictive problems amongst attorneys, Dr. Horvath will provide accurate information about attorneys, describe the language of addition, problems & change, compare treatment vs. natural change, “real recovery” vs. a process of change, what should happen at treatment and key information about addictive problems.
Dr. Tom Horvath, founder of Practical Recovery, is an internationally recognized expert on addiction treatment. He has been president of SMART Recovery for 18 of its 20 years.Specialty Areas: Mental Health & Substance Abuse
Practice Areas: Competence Issues, Diversity and Wellness, Ethics, Mental Health & Substance Abuse, Professional Conduct, Professionalism, Substance Abuse
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Illinois (IL) | ITA (ITA) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Nevada (NV) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Pennsylvania (PA) | South Dakota (SD) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 02/28/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours | 1.00 Mental Health & Substance Abuse
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Original Production Date: 03/08/2021
Run Time: 1:00:07 - Cost of the Problem: 401k Management and Fiduciary Responsibility
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Cost of the Problem: 401k Management and Fiduciary Responsibility
What is the cost of your 401(k) problem? Unfortunately, not many people know. And many attorneys are not very adept when it comes to 401(k) management and knowing if plan sponsors are upholding their fiduciary responsibilities.
Ric Lager is a Registered Investment Advisory. For the last fifteen years he has specialized in advising attorneys and law firms on preserving and maximizing the value of their retirement plans. In order to educate you on these highly critical retirement issues, Ric will provide analysis of: the annual fees & investment performance of your investment menu, asset diversification & allocation, efficient plan management & reasonable fees and the merits of investing early in your legal career in a firm 401(k). To illustrate the actual cost of holding on to underperforming mutual funds Ric will provide 3 actual case examples to illustrate how this can cost you $100,000’s in retirement funds. Ric will conclude by providing a full explanation of the pros and cons of the Roth 401(k) versus a regular 401(k) — from tax treatment to tax considerations before retiring.
Ric Lager is president of Lager & Company, Inc. For almost two decades he has specialized in helping solo and small firm attorneys maximize the value of their retirement investments.Practice Areas: Employment Law, Law Practice Management, Litigation
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Illinois (IL) | ITA (ITA) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Missouri (MO) | Nevada (NV) | New Hampshire (NH) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Oregon (OR) | Pennsylvania (PA) | Puerto Rico (PR) | South Dakota (SD) | Texas (TX) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 05/31/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours
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Original Production Date: 05/28/2021
Run Time: 1:00:03 - Cybersecurity for Legal Professionals
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Cybersecurity for Legal Professionals
Cyberattacks against lawyers and the legal industry have exploded since the COVID social restrictions began. The Texas courts were recently hit with a nasty ransomware attack that dropped websites and case management systems for the state's appellate and high courts, leaving parts of the court system crippled for months.
In this timely presentation, Keller Reid and Keith Pillers discuss the current cyber security risks that legal professionals must protect against to avoid ethics violations, data breaches & malpractice lawsuits. The program will begin by providing an overview on data breaches and focus on some of the notable recent breaches to highlight key cybersecurity concepts for legal professionals. The discussion will delve into future trends to show how risks are expanding and explain how cyberattacks are becoming more sophisticated The program will conclude by reviewing data security and processes & procedures for protecting data and managing a data breach.
Keith A. Pillers is Ackerman Capital Management’s Director of Wealth Management. Keller Reid is responsible for trading and execution at Ackerman Capital Management and oversees the technological infrastructure of the firm.Practice Areas: Business Law, Cybersecurity, Law Practice Management, Personal Injury, Technology, Wills, Trusts & Estates
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Illinois (IL) | ITA (ITA) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Missouri (MO) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Pennsylvania (PA) | South Dakota (SD) | Texas (TX) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 10/31/2024Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours
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Original Production Date: 10/08/2020
Run Time: 1:00:00 - Digital Evidence: Consumer Electronics and the IoT
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Digital Evidence: Consumer Electronics and the IoT
The Internet helped to connect our world — the Internet of Things (IoT) is now hyper-connecting our world through billions of devices. From a cow with a chip in its ear to medical ingestibles & social credit scores, the IoT is collecting a myriad of data about us — and this data can and is being used in civil and criminal litigation.
In this eye-opening CLE course, Lars Daniel will introduce you to the IoT and explain how data is collected from IoT devices and where the data is stored, from local devices to the cloud. After providing you with an overview of the IoT, Lars will then analyze several civil and criminal case examples that highlight the importance of digital evidence derived from IoT devices such as digital pacemakers, fitness wearables and smart home assistants. After completing this eye-opening course you will know: what IoT devices are important sources of digital evidence, how this evidence can be forensically collected & utilized in your cases, key security considerations & cutting edge IoT data analysis techniques, and case examples where IoT devices played a critical role.
A digital evidence expert, Lars Daniel has attended over 250 hours of forensic training and worked on over 500 cases involving murder, child pornography, terrorism, rape, kidnapping, intellectual property, fraud, wrongful death, employee wrongdoing and large scale e-discovery collections.Practice Areas: Criminal Law, eDiscovery, Litigation, Personal Injury, Technology
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Illinois (IL) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Missouri (MO) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Pennsylvania (PA) | South Dakota (SD) | Texas (TX) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 06/30/2024Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours
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Original Production Date: 06/07/2020
Run Time: 1:00:15 - Ethical Issues in a Transactional Practice
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Ethical Issues in a Transactional Practice
From structuring million dollar deals to negotiating high level partnership agreements, transactional attorneys must deploy a broad quiver of skills when counseling businesses and the entrepreneurs and executives that start and run them.
R. Shawn McBride assists business owners with their legal issues on a daily basis. From his years of experience he sees common issues that arise when overzealous attorneys overstep - or altogether ignore - ethical boundaries. In this CLE he provides numerous case examples and practical measures that can be deployed to remain ethical when working with business clients. Ethical topics covered: Rule 1.2 — Scope of Representation, Rule 1.7 — Conflicts, Rule 1.10 — Business Transactions with Clients, Rule 1.18 — Duties to Prospective Clients, Rule 1.13 — Organization as Client, Rule 2.4 — Lawyer as 3rd Party Neutral, Rule 4.3 — Unrepresented Persons, Rule 5.1 Supervisors & Subordinates, Rule 7.3 — Solicitation, Rule 1.5 — Fees, Rule 1.15 — Safekeeping Property, Rule 1.3 — Diligence, Rule 8.3 — Reporting Professional Misconduct and Rule 2.1 — Advisor.
Based in Dallas, R. Shawn McBride works with business owners all over the country. He frequently speaks on business and legal topics and he is currently licensed to practice law in 13 states and the District of Columbia.Specialty Areas: Professional Responsibility
Practice Areas: Business Law, Ethics, Professional Conduct, Professionalism
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Colorado (CO) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Idaho (ID) | Illinois (IL) | ITA (ITA) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Minnesota (MN) | Montana (MT) | Nevada (NV) | New Hampshire (NH) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Oregon (OR) | Pennsylvania (PA) | South Dakota (SD) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 08/31/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours | 1.00 Professional Responsibility
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Original Production Date: 09/24/2021
Run Time: 1:00:03 - Ethical Issues in Defensible Disposition
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Ethical Issues in Defensible Disposition
The amount of information DOUBLES every two years. Managing the information tsunami has become a major headache for businesses— from knowing when & how to institute legal holds to disposing of un-needed documents.
Attorneys that represent these business now face major ethical challenges when dealing with these new eDisocvery & Information Governance issues. This CLE course will provide you with the foundation you need to implement a defensible disposition process and avoid ethical violations & sanctions. Main topics covered: primary ethical considerations, conducting proper defensible disposition, case law involving ethics violations and implementing & managing a defensible disposition process. The panel will also discuss: IG Compliance, negative impacts of over-retention, modeling financial savings, elements of a plan, being proactive, data deletion privacy & cybersecurity. Ethics topics addressed: competence, confidentiality, candor, fairness, privilege and inadvertent disclosure.
Jeff Jacobs has decades of experience as in-house corporate counsel and electronic discovery manager. With more than 12 years of experience in eDiscovery, data privacy & cybersecurity, Brian Segobiano is a Managing Director in Ankura’s Chicago office. Joe Shepley is a Managing Director for Ankura and he has almost two decades in information management and has worked with a range of industries.Specialty Areas: Professional Responsibility
Practice Areas: Cybersecurity, Ethics, Litigation, Professional Conduct, Professionalism
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Idaho (ID) | Illinois (IL) | ITA (ITA) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Nevada (NV) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Pennsylvania (PA) | South Dakota (SD) | Texas (TX) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 03/31/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours | 1.00 Professional Responsibility
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Original Production Date: 03/29/2021
Run Time: 1:00:01 - Ethics Traps for the Unwary
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Ethics Traps for the Unwary
As law practice has become more complex, so has the practical application of the professional conduct rules. Craig S. Brodsky defends lawyers in disciplinary actions and he has tried numerous cases against Bar Counsel. Well-versed in the unique challenges confronting attorneys under investigation, he discusses safety nets you can deploy to avoid getting that letter from Bar Counsel.
With his experience in front of Bar Counsel, Craig will provide you a unique understanding of the prosecutorial tactics and challenges confronting attorneys when defending themselves. Craig will mainly explain why you need to keep the right insurance, the importance of teaching employees, using approved retainer agreements, handling client funds appropriately and how to properly respond to Bar Counsel in a disciplinary proceedings. Ethical rules covered: Model Rule 5.3(a): Responsibilities Regarding Nonlawyers, Model Rule 1.5: Reasonable Fees, Model Rule 1.15: Safekeeping Client property, Model Rule 8.1: Disciplinary Proceedings and Rule 10: Types of Sanctions. Craig will also provide numerous practical solutions & suggestions so you can set up safety nets at your firm to avoid ethical pitfalls.
A partner with Goodell DeVries, Craig Brodsky has provided practical solutions for professionals and organizations in today's evolving business environment for 25 years. Craig vigorously defends professionals in malpractice matters, licensing proceedings, health care litigation, and products liability litigation.Specialty Areas: Professional Responsibility
Practice Areas: Ethics, Professional Conduct, Professionalism
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Idaho (ID) | Illinois (IL) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Nevada (NV) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Pennsylvania (PA) | South Dakota (SD) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 08/31/2024Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours | 1.00 Professional Responsibility
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Original Production Date: 08/20/2020
Run Time: 1:00:09 - From Lotto Tickets to PDFs: Altered Documents in Legal Cases
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From Lotto Tickets to PDFs: Altered Documents in Legal Cases
A client walks into your office, “I just won $64 million in the lottery… but my ticket was damaged.” The client wants you to show the court and lottery commission that he really won $64 million in the lottery.
Where do you start — who do you call? A highly trained and respected forensic document examiner, Mike Wakshull utilizes the scientific method to testify in court and consult with attorneys on the validity of documents and signatures. He has seen it all — from testifying in court about blood written on a wall to the authenticity of PDFs & word docs. In yet another compelling CLE, he will mainly discuss actual case examples involving a lottery ticket, trust document, purchase agreement, interspousal transfer deed, birth certificate, real estate documents, PDF document and many other electronic and paper documents. He will also detail the scientific method used, the tools of his practice, verifying DocuSign signatures, validating messy & clean signatures and he will explain many key document examination techniques.
A court-qualified forensic document examiner, Michael N. Wakshull has been involved in the Forensic Document Examination arena since 2010 and belongs to a number of Document Examination Associations.Practice Areas: Business Law, Criminal Law, Litigation, Personal Injury, Real Property, Wills, Trusts & Estates
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Illinois (IL) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Missouri (MO) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Pennsylvania (PA) | South Dakota (SD) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 08/31/2024Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours
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Original Production Date: 08/17/2020
Run Time: 1:00:07 - Homeland Security Law: An Overview
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Homeland Security Law: An Overview
The events of September 11, 2001, changed America forever. When we were attacked and blood was spilled on American soil we lost the notion that our country was imperious from outside attack and Homeland Security was born.
Martin Alperen literally wrote the book on Homeland Security (Foundations of Homeland Security: Law and Policy). In this CLE course he provides a comprehensive guide to understanding the legal framework of homeland security — its foundations and evolutions and the underlying law and policy. Created from a broad and in-depth collection of statutes, policy papers, presidential directives and other documents, Martin will cover: National Essential Functions, Strategic Environment, Hart-Rudman Commission, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Critical Infrastructure Protection Act, Critical Infrastructure and Key Asset (CIKA), HSPD 7 (Infrastructure) HSPD 10 (Biodefense), HSPD 21 (Public Health & Medical Preparedness), National Infrastructure Protection Plan (NIPP), Pandemic Related Laws, National Incident Management System (NIMS), 9/11 Commission Implementation Act Of 2004 and the Patriot Act.
Martin Alperen has been a practicing attorney and trial lawyer since 1985. He received a Master of Arts in Security Studies (“Homeland Defense and Security”) from the Naval Postgraduate School's Center for Homeland Defense and Security. Mr. Alperen has professional first responder experience as a police officer, an EMT and a search & rescue member.Practice Areas: Administrative Law
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Colorado (CO) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Idaho (ID) | Illinois (IL) | ITA (ITA) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Missouri (MO) | Nevada (NV) | New Hampshire (NH) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Oregon (OR) | Pennsylvania (PA) | South Dakota (SD) | Vermont (VT) | Virginia (VA) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 08/31/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours
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Original Production Date: 09/10/2021
Run Time: 1:00:02 - Implicit Bias in Law and Lawyers
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Implicit Bias in Law and Lawyers
Implicit bias is a hidden bias, wired into our brains over millions of years. A cognitive shortcut, this unconscious and unintentional bias aids the brain in quick decision-making and information processing.
Unfortunately for lawyers, this cognitive shortcut also leads to unintended biases regarding race, ethnicity, gender identity and other characteristics and undermines the public’s confidence in the equal application of our laws. In this poignant CLE, civil rights attorney Geeta N. Kapur delves into how implicit bias manifests itself in lawyers and the law — from the courtroom to the tax code. Geeta will introduce the neuroscience behind implicit bias, present legal case examples involving implicit bias and provide examples of implicit bias in specific legal practice areas including criminal, property and drug law. She will conclude by providing concrete action steps lawyers can take to overcome implicit bias. Also discussed: the amygdala, Ingroup & Outgroup bias, weapon bias (tool vs. gun), defense attorneys & their clients, judges, jury selection and educating yourself.
A native of Kenya, Geeta N. Kapur is a civil rights attorney and alumna of UNC-Chapel Hill School of Law. She is the author of, "To Drink from the Well: The Struggle for Racial Equality at the Nation's Oldest Public University."Specialty Areas: Diversity & Inclusion
Practice Areas: Access to Justice, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity and Wellness, Elimination of Bias, Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity (EDI), Equity, Inclusion and Mitigation of Implicit and Explicit Bias (WA), Ethics, Implicit Bias, Professional Conduct, Professionalism
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Colorado (CO) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Illinois (IL) | Indiana (IN) | ITA (ITA) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Minnesota (MN) | Nevada (NV) | New Hampshire (NH) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Oregon (OR) | Pennsylvania (PA) | South Dakota (SD) | Texas (TX) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 12/31/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours | 1.00 Diversity & Inclusion
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Original Production Date: 12/28/2021
Run Time: 1:00:06 - Influence, Persuade and Lead: Seducing the Jury and Surviving the Gauntlet Known as Trial
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Influence, Persuade and Lead: Seducing the Jury and Surviving the Gauntlet Known as Trial
Trial as the ultimate performance art — where human conflict, archetypes & universal truths provide the greatest theatre. The true masters of the courtroom know how to seduce, influence and persuade while weaving a compelling narrative to present their client’s story to the jury.
From psychological techniques & mental hacks to embracing the stress & being a magnetic leader, Jennifer B. Gardner shares her most poignant courtroom experiences to help you conquer the gauntlet known as trial. Jennifer will mainly provide insights into: persuasion fundamentals, storytelling basics, crafting a compelling narrative, leading & influencing the jury, winning the mental game of trial, mindset hacks and tech tips for maximizing your creativity & productivity. Additional avenues of thought: expanding the role of lawyer from advocate to leader, new ways of thinking about an old profession, the neuroscience of decision making, becoming a charismatic leader, visualization, projecting with your heart, thinking on your feet.. and breathing.
Jennifer B. Gardner has served clients in criminal and civil legal disputes since 1987 as a trial lawyer in Los Angeles since 1992. A proud graduate of the Trial Lawyers College, Jennifer is also a writer, a speaker and magnetic courtroom presence.Practice Areas: Criminal Law, Litigation, Personal Injury
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Colorado (CO) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Idaho (ID) | Illinois (IL) | ITA (ITA) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Missouri (MO) | Montana (MT) | Nevada (NV) | New Hampshire (NH) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Oregon (OR) | Pennsylvania (PA) | Puerto Rico (PR) | South Dakota (SD) | Texas (TX) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 07/31/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours
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Original Production Date: 07/23/2021
Run Time: 1:00:02 - Introduction to Consumer Bankruptcy: Part 1
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Introduction to Consumer Bankruptcy: Part 1
Question. You are a first year associate and you are about to tackle your first consumer bankruptcy — what do you need to know? From dischargeability issues to how the bankruptcy will be filed in court, consumer bankruptcy cases present many novel issues for new and non-bankruptcy attorneys.
Carlos Cuevas and Frank J. Corigliano will provide a frank and practical discussion of the key points you need to be aware of at the outset of the case. In this broad ranging discussion they will mainly address how Chapters 7 & 13 apply in consumer bankruptcy cases, the 362 Automatic Stay and important practice points for consumer bankruptcies. Carlos and Frank will also cover: bankruptcy myths & truths, the main exemptions, protecting the car & house, the state vs. federal aspect of bankruptcy, knowing the client’s property, ethical duties, § 707(b) — Substantial Abuse, unfilled tax returns, real estate, denial of discharge, liens, § 362(A)(1), § 362(B)(2) & child support, § 362(A)(4), § 362(A)(5), § 362(A)(6), § 362(K)(1) & damages, § 362(B)(1), § 362(B)(2), the Rooker—Feldman doctrine, lifting the automatic stay and loss mitigation.
For more than 25 years, Carlos J. Cuevas has been providing frank bankruptcy advice for individuals and business owners in New York. Practicing debt relief, bankruptcy, real estate, commercial litigation, family law & criminal defense in North Carolina, Frank J. Corigliano has over 20 years of legal experience.Practice Areas: Bankruptcy
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Colorado (CO) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Idaho (ID) | Illinois (IL) | Indiana (IN) | ITA (ITA) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Minnesota (MN) | Missouri (MO) | Nevada (NV) | New Hampshire (NH) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Oregon (OR) | Pennsylvania (PA) | Puerto Rico (PR) | South Dakota (SD) | Texas (TX) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 09/30/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours
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Original Production Date: 10/01/2021
Run Time: 1:00:05 - Know Your Biases: True Stories From the Courtroom
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Know Your Biases: True Stories From the Courtroom
The Simon and Garfunkel’s song “The Boxer” might have the most poetic definition of confirmation bias: “A man hears what he wants to hear - and disregards the rest.” Unfortunately, many attorneys, judges and experts do exactly that.
Expert witness Michael Wakshull has studied bias for years and sees these implicit biases manifest in every courtroom he testifies in. In this thought provoking presentation Mike will mainly discuss the six types of bias as defined by Black’s Law Dictionary, common types of bias in the courtroom, human error & overcoming bias in the courtroom. This course will also cover certainty & the mind, experts & bias, forensics & pattern recognition, telling the better story, error rates & methodology, research approach & forensic examination and how recognizing bias gives you a strategic advantage in your cases. The following biases are analyzed: actual bias, implied bias, inferable bias, judicial bias, advocate’s bias and presumed bias.
A court-qualified forensic document examiner, Michael N. Wakshull has been involved in the Forensic Document Examination arena since 2010 and belongs to a number of Document Examination Associations.Specialty Areas: Diversity & Inclusion
Practice Areas: Access to Justice, Diversity and Inclusion, Elimination of Bias, Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity (EDI), Implicit Bias, Litigation
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Idaho (ID) | Illinois (IL) | ITA (ITA) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Missouri (MO) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Pennsylvania (PA) | South Dakota (SD) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 01/31/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours | 1.00 Diversity & Inclusion
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Original Production Date: 01/23/2020
Run Time: 1:00:17 - Locked Up: What Criminal Clients Can Expect Inside
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Locked Up: What Criminal Clients Can Expect Inside
What can your criminal clients expect when they have been convicted of a crime and sentenced to jail or prison? Tell them to find the oldest, most drab & depressing, run down municipal building in your city and hang out there for the day... then imagine it was filled with murderers, dangerous gang members and violent criminals.
Yes, Brian, Ashleigh and Zac were locked up for 60 days. But probably unlike most of your criminal clients — they actually did NOT commit a crime. They were planted in jail as part of A&E’s docuseries “60 Days In” to root out gangs, drug dealing and corruption from the inside. The trio of undercover jail birds will provide first-hand insight on: pre-incarceration, intake, jail vs. prison, cell/pod assignments, adaptation, personal wellness, prisoner rights and release. Also addressed: jail food, arrival, the first 12 hours in, gambling, gangs & segregation, 4th Amendment rights, sexual targeting, finding purpose and hope. This course is an excellent resource for criminal attorneys looking to counsel criminal clients — or parents looking to scare the crap out of their kids. Attorney Brian T. Mayer has been licensed and practicing law in California since 2005. Ashleigh Baker counsels criminal clients and works in drug and alcohol rehabilitation. Zac Baker is currently pursuing a career as a law enforcement office.Practice Areas: Administrative Law, Criminal Law, Litigation
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Illinois (IL) | ITA (ITA) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Missouri (MO) | Nevada (NV) | New Hampshire (NH) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Oregon (OR) | Pennsylvania (PA) | South Dakota (SD) | Texas (TX) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 04/30/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.25 credit hours
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Original Production Date: 05/14/2021
Run Time: 1:15:03 - Managing Trusts Effectively for Beneficiaries
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Managing Trusts Effectively for Beneficiaries
Trust fiduciaries are faced with a challenging environment today which includes not only record low interest rates and lower future return projections — but also tax uncertainty pertaining to both income and estate tax due to the sunset provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
And of course, the upcoming election will only add to future tax uncertainty. In light of these challenges, how can a trustee or attorney effectively plan to meet the needs of current and future beneficiaries? Utilizing research and wealth forecasting, Daniel Brunello will highlight various management strategies to confidently meet beneficiary needs, increase their income, and reduce taxes for both current and future beneficiaries. These are the main topics addressed: maximizing income in a low yield world, investment allocations to safely support lifetime spending, balancing the current & remainder beneficiaries, should you distribute from the trust, grantor trust tax fatigue, how to add alternatives tax-efficiently, getting a step-up (life & in death). Daniel will also discuss a QTIP scenario, support trusts, grantor trust fatigue, tax-efficient alternatives and the value of long term care insurance. This course was produced in conjunction with the Independent Trustee Alliance as part of the 2020 ITA Conference Series.
Daniel L. Brunello is an Associate Director in Bernstein’s Wealth Strategies Group and is based in the firm’s Houston office. He consults with advisors, their professional partners and clients as an expert in a wide field of complex investment planning topics for high-net-worth individuals and foundations.Practice Areas: Wills, Trusts & Estates
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Illinois (IL) | ITA (ITA) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Missouri (MO) | Nevada (NV) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Pennsylvania (PA) | Puerto Rico (PR) | South Dakota (SD) | Texas (TX) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 08/31/2024Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours
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Original Production Date: 08/06/2020
Run Time: 1:00:03 - NFL Contract Advisor: So You Wanna Be an Agent?
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NFL Contract Advisor: So You Wanna Be an Agent?
So you want to be an NFL agent? Ask yourself — are you ready to handle those 3:00 a.m. phone calls? From Michael Vick to Henry Ruggs, NFL players and their activities off the field cause major headaches for their agents.
And while NFL agents like the action, they don’t always like the paperwork. In this CLE, Seattle attorney Brian Brunkow provides an in-depth overview of the legal life of an NFL agent. Brain will mainly highlight the following topics: the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) & the NFLPA. Agent Eligibility, Agent-Player Agreements (SRA’s), Team-Player Agreements and the NFL’s Personal Conduct Policy. Additional subjects: the salary cap, National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), de-certification, agent requirements, NFLPA Rules & Regulations, the NFL agent exam, losing your license, scope of activities, certification denial, prohibited conduct, arbitration, discipline and salary/bonus forfeiture. A must-see for any attorneys thinking about becoming the next Jerry MaGuire — or just your average sports nut (like me).
Brian Brunkow is a Seattle-area lawyer focused on negotiations, dispute resolution and NCAA compliance. In addition, he teaches lawyers about sports agency law and speaks at West Coast coaching clinics on student-athlete development.Practice Areas: Intellectual Property, Sports and Entertainment
Offered In: Alabama (AL) | Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Colorado (CO) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Georgia (GA) | Idaho (ID) | Illinois (IL) | Indiana (IN) | ITA (ITA) | Kentucky (KY) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Minnesota (MN) | Mississippi (MS) | Missouri (MO) | Nevada (NV) | New Hampshire (NH) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Carolina (NC) | North Dakota (ND) | Ohio (OH) | Oregon (OR) | Pennsylvania (PA) | Puerto Rico (PR) | South Dakota (SD) | Texas (TX) | Vermont (VT) | Virginia (VA) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 11/30/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.50 credit hours
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Original Production Date: 11/19/2021
Run Time: 1:30:00 - Northstar Divorce: Letting the Children Guide the Way
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Northstar Divorce: Letting the Children Guide the Way
Before there were satellites and GPS, sailors lost at sea looked to the North Star to guide their way in unknown and rough waters. Likewise, lost and confused parents can turn to the Northstar when they need help traversing uncharted territory… divorce.
The Northstar divorce is predicated on one simple philosophy — that children should guide the divorcing parent’s decisions. While Family Law attorneys will tell you this is all but impossible, co-parenting coach Carly Israel will provide concrete suggestions and action steps for family law clients to work together when they focus on the physical (and mental) health and well-being of the children. Carly will start by providing practical considerations from her practice & own divorce, how the Figuring it Out & Nuts and Bolts Session help clients and suggestions & action steps for divorcing parents. Carly will also talk about the realities for of divorced parents, the wisdom of adult children of divorce, the parenting plan, counseling divorcing parents, and parents as role models.
Carley Israel is a co-Parenting Coach helping clients facing divorce/post-divorce address whatever is no longer serving their new goals and empowering them to make choices that won’t emotionally harm their children.Practice Areas: Family Law
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Idaho (ID) | Illinois (IL) | ITA (ITA) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Missouri (MO) | Nevada (NV) | New Hampshire (NH) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Oregon (OR) | Pennsylvania (PA) | South Dakota (SD) | Texas (TX) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 04/30/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours
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Original Production Date: 05/04/2021
Run Time: 1:00:11 - Pirates, Cowboys and Hooligans: Athlete Agency Law
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Pirates, Cowboys and Hooligans: Athlete Agency Law
Malibu murder-for-hire, illicit payments, hidden assets in the Cayman Islands, collusion & extortion… Las Vegas mobsters — or just another Tuesday for an amateur sports agents?
To say that sports agency is as hyper-competitive as Michael Jordan during a game of H-O-R-S-E… is an understatement. From free groceries to stacks of cash & flashy sports cars — sports lore is chock-full of tales of agents breaking laws and behaving badly. Applying these stories, lawyers can show clients concrete examples of the penalties for crossing the ethical and fiduciary bright-line rules in pursuit of that BIG commission. In addition to handling the art of contract negotiations, agents must also navigate the many landmines associated with endorsement contracts, with California and Florida leading the push for amateur athletes to be compensated for their name, likeness and image — especially when used in lucrative sports video games.
Brian Brunkow is a Seattle-area lawyer focused on negotiations and dispute resolution. In addition, he teaches lawyers about NCAA compliance & sports agency law and speaks at West Coast coaching clinics on student-athlete development.Practice Areas: Sports and Entertainment
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Idaho (ID) | Illinois (IL) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Missouri (MO) | Nevada (NV) | New Hampshire (NH) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Oregon (OR) | Pennsylvania (PA) | South Dakota (SD) | Texas (TX) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 05/31/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.50 credit hours
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Original Production Date: 06/11/2021
Run Time: 1:30:01 - Practical Tips to Remain Ethical in Your Daily Practice
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Practical Tips to Remain Ethical in Your Daily Practice
It’s no secret that COVID has exacerbated impairment due to alcoholism, addiction and mental health disorders among members of the legal profession. The stories and statistics are compelling and many state bars are discovering that the stress of the profession leads to depression, self-medication and ethical violations.
Brain Quinn knows these struggles all too well because he lived them. The anxiety, stress and perfectionism of the profession led him to abuse drugs and alcohol — and ended in a one year stint in prison. Brian shares his story and firsthand insights from his work at Lawyer’s Concerned for Lawyers by mainly discussing: the ethical Duty of Diligence & Competence, the link between ethical legal practice & mental health, the early warning signs of alcoholism and depression, how Lawyer Assistance Programs (LAPs) help attorneys, barriers to help, action steps to combat stress and cultivate well-being and why lawyers face stiff barriers to everyday ethical practice. Additional topics discussed: Model Rule 1.1, Model Rule 1.3, the 2016 ABA Commission & Hazelden Betty Ford (Krill) Report, worry, burnout, WOOP it up, priorities, stress busters, disconnecting, gratitude, stigma, high expectations & accountability and lack of work-life balance.
Prior to working for Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers, he was a sole practitioner for nearly 40 years and has also worked in the field of Alcohol and Drug Counseling at Mirmont Treatment Center and Malvern Institute in suburban Philadelphia.Specialty Areas: Professional Responsibility
Practice Areas: Ethics, Professional Conduct, Professionalism
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Colorado (CO) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Idaho (ID) | Illinois (IL) | Kentucky (KY) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Montana (MT) | Nevada (NV) | New Hampshire (NH) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Oregon (OR) | Pennsylvania (PA) | Puerto Rico (PR) | South Dakota (SD) | Vermont (VT) | Virginia (VA) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 06/30/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours | 1.00 Professional Responsibility
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Original Production Date: 07/19/2021
Run Time: 1:00:04 - Take Command: Proving Military Economic Damages
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Take Command: Proving Military Economic Damages
There are close to two million service members in the U.S. armed forces around the globe and our country — and nearly one million serve in the national guard and reserves. Even though you don’t live near a military base, you might be missing substantial economic claims from service members in your files.
Both attorneys and former members of the armed services, Dennis and Mike McCarthy will help you to spot these types of hidden claims and show you how you can establish these often-overlooked economic damages in your cases — from premises liability to auto injuries. Dennis and Michael will discuss the official Military Personnel File (OMPF), career patterns & regulations, ending a military career, elements of military compensation and proving economic damages at trial. Also covered: types of cases & claims, the legal framework, the SF-180, service obligations, performance evaluations, service culture & customs, the Feres Doctrine, VA disability payments, base pay, retired pay and common questions. This CLE course is intended for lawyers who are involved in a case with a member of the armed forces whose earnings are claimed to have been affected.
Michael & Dennis McCarthy are both Principals in Military Experts, LLC, a consulting firm that advises businesses and attorneys nationwide. Dennis began his Marine Corps service as a platoon leader in Vietnam and served as Assistant Secretary of Defense. Mike is a small business owner who has been mobilized multiple times in support of operations abroad.Practice Areas: Administrative Law, Litigation, Personal Injury
Offered In: Alabama (AL) | Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Colorado (CO) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Georgia (GA) | Idaho (ID) | Illinois (IL) | Indiana (IN) | ITA (ITA) | Kentucky (KY) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Minnesota (MN) | Mississippi (MS) | Missouri (MO) | Nevada (NV) | New Hampshire (NH) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Carolina (NC) | North Dakota (ND) | Ohio (OH) | Oregon (OR) | Pennsylvania (PA) | Puerto Rico (PR) | South Dakota (SD) | Texas (TX) | Vermont (VT) | Virginia (VA) | Washington (WA) | West Virginia (WV)
Course Expiration: 10/31/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours
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Original Production Date: 10/27/2021
Run Time: 1:00:04 - The Path to Construction Defects and Fundamental Best Practices in Response
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The Path to Construction Defects and Fundamental Best Practices in Response
The Tower of Pisa might just be the most famous 1,000 year old construction defect case in history. And from the famous leaning Tower to the Surfside Condo collapse, as long as humans continue to design and build structures, there will be leaky windows, substandard foundations, improperly installed stucco — and disgruntled clients.
By highlighting numerous historical and recent case examples Terence Kadlec & Andrew Guerra illuminate the path to construction defects and the fundamental best practices in response. Terence & Andy focus on the construction defect landscape, the construction process & where defects arise and best practices for working with experts. These topics are also covered: design build vs. traditional projects, design phase & getting to bid, getting to permit, construction phase, contractor & engineer, governing code, owner/developer, design professional, building envelope, EIFS, patent vs. latent defects, Standard of Care, foundation systems, sitework & framing, vetting experts, previous practice & testimony, education & training, subject matter, the expert’s report.
As Practice Leader at EnVista Forensics Terence Kadlec focuses on construction defect claims and litigation, manages the group’s matters, provides mentorship and technical oversight internally and is a thought leader. Andrew Guerra is a Technical Lead with over 20 years of structural engineering experience including structural design of residential, commercial, educational and mixed-use structures.Practice Areas: Litigation, Real Property
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Colorado (CO) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Illinois (IL) | ITA (ITA) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Missouri (MO) | Nevada (NV) | New Hampshire (NH) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Oregon (OR) | Pennsylvania (PA) | South Dakota (SD) | Texas (TX) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 07/31/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.25 credit hours
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Original Production Date: 08/20/2021
Run Time: 1:15:11 - Three Theories of the High Conflict Case
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Three Theories of the High Conflict Case
If you only develop one theory of your case you will most likely confirm that one theory — focusing on information that seems to fit and overlooking contradictory information. You will also most likely misinterpret vague information to make it fit your narrative and seek out information that feeds your confirmation bias.
Bill Eddy is a lawyer, therapist, mediator and the President of High Conflict Institute. He developed the "High Conflict Personality" theory and has become an international expert on managing disputes involving high conflict personalities and personality disorders. In this CLE he will mainly explore the following topics: handling clients & litigants with personality disorders, common high conflict personality types in the legal system, approaches to court and requesting strong court orders. Also discussed: confirmation bias, interpersonal disorders, blamers, examples of presenting patterns, personality disorders, love-you, hate-you” types (Borderline), “I’m very superior” types (Narcissistic), “con artist” types, antisocial or sociopaths, “always suspicious” types (Paranoid) and “always dramatic” types (Histrionic).
The President of the High Conflict Institute, Bill Eddy provides training on this subject to lawyers, judges, mediators, managers, law enforcement, therapists and others. He has been a speaker and trainer in over 25 states, several provinces in Canada, Australia, France and Sweden.Practice Areas: Family Law, Litigation, Personal Injury
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Illinois (IL) | ITA (ITA) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Missouri (MO) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Pennsylvania (PA) | South Dakota (SD) | Texas (TX) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 10/31/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours
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Original Production Date: 10/29/2020
Run Time: 1:00:03 - Toxicology Pearls: Drugs and Alcohols in Civil Cases
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Toxicology Pearls: Drugs and Alcohols in Civil Cases
A 22 year-old man dies in a fatal motorcycle crash due to a major defect in the roadway. A drug screen conducted at the ER comes back positive for amphetamines. Was the driver “high” when he crashed?
A toxicologist for over two decades, Dr. Allison Muller works with attorneys across the country on cases that involve drug or alcohol issues. In this CLE she will introduce key toxicology concepts in civil cases by explaining drug levels & impairment, BAC levels & signs of visible intoxication, common false positives & negatives, and expected effects from common street & prescription drugs. Dr. Muller will also cover: metabolites, detection time, route of administration, pharmacokinetics, absorption, distribution, elimination, the Urine Drug Screen (UDS), Toxicology Reports, Drug Screens, benzodiazepines, opiates, amphetamines, Dram Shop & liquor liability cases, the visibly intoxicated standard and pharmacodynamics. She will crystalize the issues by analyzing six case examples from her practice.
Dr. Muller is a board-certified toxicologist, fellow of the American Academy of Clinical Toxicology, and registered pharmacist with over 20 years’ experience in the field of clinical toxicology.Practice Areas: Criminal Law, Litigation, Personal Injury
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Colorado (CO) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Illinois (IL) | Indiana (IN) | ITA (ITA) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Minnesota (MN) | Missouri (MO) | Nevada (NV) | New Hampshire (NH) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Oregon (OR) | Pennsylvania (PA) | Puerto Rico (PR) | South Dakota (SD) | Texas (TX) | Vermont (VT) | Virginia (VA) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 09/30/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours
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Original Production Date: 10/22/2021
Run Time: 1:00:06 - Trials Deconstructed: First Chair for the First Time
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Trials Deconstructed: First Chair for the First Time
Settlement talks have broken down and you are now faced with the daunting task of preparing for your first trial. What are the most important points you need to know before the trial starts?
After scouring volumes and tomes of books on trial practice & strategy, Evan Walker tried his first case and now he wants to share with you what he learned and what he would do better. Evan will break down each main phase: pre-trial, voir dire, opening statement, direct examination, cross examination and closing argument. Evan will specifically address: trial strategy & practice guides, trial statistics, testimonial & documentary evidence, lay & expert witnesses, laying a proper foundation, the evidence code & planning for admissibility, hearsay exceptions, using motions in limine, planning for admissibility, raising key case concepts with potential jurors, pre-emptory challenges, discussing standards of proof & fault, telling a story in opening, persuasion, witness testimony. This course serves as an excellent resource for attorneys about to try their first case.
Evan W. Walker has practiced law since 2008. He is licensed to practice in California, Connecticut, and Louisiana. Evan’s practice is devoted to serious personal injury claims and catastrophic property damage claims.Practice Areas: Litigation, Personal Injury
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Colorado (CO) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Idaho (ID) | Illinois (IL) | Indiana (IN) | ITA (ITA) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Minnesota (MN) | Missouri (MO) | Nevada (NV) | New Hampshire (NH) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Oregon (OR) | Pennsylvania (PA) | Puerto Rico (PR) | South Dakota (SD) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 10/31/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.00 credit hours
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Original Production Date: 11/11/2021
Run Time: 1:00:03 - Vaccine Law: What Employers Need to Know
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Vaccine Law: What Employers Need to Know
With multiple COVID-19 vaccines now deployed and available, employers and their counsel must be ready to develop policies dealing with vaccinating employees. Unfortunately, there are many more questions than answers in the alphabet soup regulatory maze… OSHA, Title VII, ADA, HIPAA, EEOC, ERISA, NLRA.
What if an employee doesn’t want to wear a mask? Will vaccination be mandated, encouraged, incentivized, or facilitated for some or all employees? What types of incentives — like cash bonuses & PTO — can employers legally provide? And what the heck is a Vaccine Ambassador? Luckily, Brian D. Abramson, Esq. is here to help answer some of your most pressing questions. An adjunct professor of Vaccine Law, Brian will provide some expert guidance for businesses, employers and the attorneys that represent them. He will further cover: public & employer mandates, Emergency Use Authorization (EUA), reasonable accommodations, VAERS Reporting System, OSHA Reporting and key points & clauses for company Vaccination Policies. Case law discussed: Klaassen v. Trustees of Indiana University, Jenkins v. Mercy Hospital and Bridges v. Houston Methodist.
An author and highly requested lecturer, Brian Dean Abramson is a leading expert on vaccine law and is the primary author of Vaccine, Vaccination, and Immunization Law, the most comprehensive treatise written for this field of law.Practice Areas: Administrative Law, Business Law, Employment Law, Litigation
Offered In: Alaska (AK) | Arizona (AZ) | California (CA) | Colorado (CO) | Connecticut (CT) | District of Columbia (DC) | Florida (FL) | Illinois (IL) | ITA (ITA) | Maryland (MD) | Massachusetts (MA) | Michigan (MI) | Missouri (MO) | Nevada (NV) | New Hampshire (NH) | New Jersey (NJ) | New York (NY) | North Dakota (ND) | Oregon (OR) | Pennsylvania (PA) | South Dakota (SD) | Texas (TX) | Vermont (VT) | Washington (WA)
Course Expiration: 08/31/2025Media Type: Streaming Video, Streaming Audio, Audio Download, Video Download, MP3 Player, USB
1.50 credit hours
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Original Production Date: 08/27/2021
Run Time: 1:30:11