Maryland CLE - Trial Skills Courses
Maryland CLE
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The Use of Investigators in Litigation Matters
Lawyers play a pivotal role in litigation matters through thorough investigations. They delve into the parties involved and the factual backdrop using various methods like third-party investigators, scouring public records, witness interviews, and sometimes surveillance. Occasionally, lawyers also probe into their own clients or witnesses to ensure accuracy in representations or to address suspicions of deceit. Understanding clients' backgrounds aids in crafting effective strategies, e... More Info
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How Magnuson-Moss and UCC Article 2 Apply to Car Warranty Claims: Dealing with Lemons
Lemon law cases have a logic all their own. This CLE course will provide general practitioners with the basic legal concepts necessary to litigate a lemon law case. The course will present express and implied warranties, both under state laws and the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, as well as state Lemon Laws and fraud and state consumer fraud acts. Participants will be advised of the basic conceptual tools to handle these types of cases. More Info
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How To Write a Persuasive Motion
There’s an art to drafting legal motions. This one-hour CLE course will help practicing attorneys looking to enhance their advocacy skills by offering tools for constructing engaging factual narratives, structuring compelling arguments, and navigating the stages of motion practice. The course will also explain how to master citation formats, address ethical issues and other topics critical to effective motion writing. Useful for both seasoned and novice attorneys, this course offers va... More Info
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Guerrilla Warfare Tactics in Federal IP Cases
Intellectual property litigation can be a daunting field, but it doesn't have to be overwhelming. This CLE course is designed to guide you through the fast-paced world of IP litigation and teach you how to navigate its complexities effectively. While many believe that filing a lawsuit is simple—thanks to countless templates and resources available online—the real challenge is crafting a winning strategy that leads to swift resolution, avoiding the prolonged and expensive battles that often cha... More Info
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Utilizing Body Cam Footage in a DUI Case
With the rise of accusations against police actions, body worn cameras have become all but universally employed by law enforcement across the United States. The impact on DUI prosecutions has been dramatic and have helped resolve cases early on, particularly for extreme cases such as patent impairment and/or no impairment cases. This fascinating CLE course will explain how body worn camera footage is utilized where the defendant’s level of impairment is not self-evident and a hearing a... More Info
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The Chevron Doctrine: Revisited
Chief Justice Marshall famously stated in Marbury v. Madison that "it is emphatically the province and duty of the judicial department to say what the law is." Decades ago, Professor Benard Schwartz's lectures highlighted how the doctrine of separation of powers had been fundamentally altered as society became more complex. The United States Supreme Court heard oral arguments that could lead to significant changes in administrative law. The court is considering whether to overrule or m... More Info
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The Mediator's Toolkit: 15 Strategies Towards A Successful Mediation
Mediation is often described as an art rather than a science. While it's accurate that there's no singular formula for conducting a mediation, there are proven methods for fostering successful outcomes. The measure of success lies in achieving a Win-Win situation for all involved parties. This CLE presentation will delineate and explore strategies aimed at fostering dignified and productive mediations. These strategies are versatile and can be applied beyond mediation contexts, includin... More Info
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Winning Strategies for Soft Tissue Injuries
This CLE course will offer strategies for successful outcomes in jury trials for soft tissue injuries in car crashes. This course will focus on tried-and-true methods to winning compensation for clients on soft tissue sprain/strain types of injuries in crash cases. The strategies will be presented in a step-by-step manner, beginning with Voire Dire and ending with closing arguments. More Info
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The Plaintiff Fact Sheet (“PFS”) in a Mass Tort Setting
This CLE course explores the Plaintiff Fact Sheet (PFS), a key document in Mass Tort litigation that functions as a customized set of written questions in place of standard interrogatories. In Mass Tort cases, parties negotiate the questions that appear in the PFS. Defendants aim to include detailed questions covering basic claimant information—like date of birth and marital status—as well as case-specific details such as the type and date of injury, and the claimant's medical history.... More Info
$291.25General Credits -
Protecting Your Trademark In The Face of EU’s, GPDR and U.S. Privacy Laws- Case Study and Practical Tips
This CLE course will explore the growing challenges in identifying trademark infringers on the internet, highlighting the common hurdles faced during the process. It will cover essential knowledge for obtaining relief from trademark violations online. The course will address GDPR and U.S. privacy laws, discussing the difficulties these regulations create in tracking down online-only infringers. Additionally, it will delve into the strategies and practical aspects of securing legal reme... More Info
$552General Credits
