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Massachusetts CLE
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To Prosecute or Not To Prosecute? Analyzing Ethical Rules Telling Prosecutors When and How They Can Do Their Job
Whether and how to prosecute a case is not an open and shut issue. This CLE course will present prosecutors with the rules which limit the possibility of prosecuting certain cases as well as the guidelines for how they can and should be prosecuted. But this course does not only apply to prosecutors, as defense attorneys can use this information to attempt to dissuade prosecutors to drop cases or try them in a specific way. The course will explain and analyze these rules and gui... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
Introduction to Paper Discovery and Depositions
The success of a case hinges on many things. Having a discovery plan at the outset, and the ability to implement that plan, is vital both to your success and your ability to increase the overall recovery amount. A workable plan also helps to reduce the stress and resources on your practice when dealing with document dumps and massive discovery demands. This CLE course will explain how to use "paper discovery" efficiently and economically in Civil and Special Civil matters. It is inte... More Info
$291General Credit -
Legal Ethics: Reasonableness of Fees
Compliance with ethics rules are a requirement for all firms and it is typically someone’s responsibility to ensure that compliance whether it’s an ethics committee, sole employee, or a shared responsibility amongst all attorneys. Regardless of how it is handled, ethics are the responsibility of all and this CLE course will demonstrate how to ensure compliance and mine timesheets for early warning signs that you are in danger of an ethics claim. More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
Distinguishing Between Employers and Contractors in Light of the New DOL Guidelines
The world of commerce has a new star – the gig economy. This area grew tremendously during the pandemic lockdown, as delivery services became a necessity. Those employed in this economy, from well-known names such as Lyft, Uber, Grubhub and Doordash, as well as countless others all share one element – they pick and choose workplace location. But how to define these employees? Are they independent contractors or “remote” employees? There is a case to be made for each and the Department... More Info
$291General Credit -
Oh How the Mighty Have Fallen: Crypto and the Federal Securities and Commodities Laws
With the fall of FTX and the dream of cryptocurrency, the intersection between it and federal and security commodities becomes both fascinating and highly relevant. And as per the title of this session, has taken on Biblical proportions (see Samuel 2, 1:19). This riveting CLE course will present the allegations by the U.S. Department of Justice, the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commodities Future Trading Commission against Samuel Bankman-Fried, former CEO of FTX, and wil... More Info
$291General Credit -
Criminal Law Considerations for Military and Veteran Clients
This CLE course will explain how criminal law attorneys address calls from active military service members and veterans. The course will address issues such as dual civilian/military investigations, jurisdictional considerations, involved personnel, the impact of military or veteran status , military pretrial confinement and more. More Info
$291General Credit -
Overview of Social Security’s Decision Making Process
This CLE course will offer a comprehensive understanding of how Social Security determines if a person is eligible for disability benefits. The course will not only explain how disability is defined and assessed but will also present the disability analysis process used by adjudicators to evaluate if the requirements have been met. The course will walk you through the procedural steps of the claim process and ensure that you have all of the basic information needed to formulate an argu... More Info
$552General Credits -
Defamation and The First Amendment of Speech
The issue of defamation and its boundaries with regards to the First Amendment is fairly tricky. This CLE course will explain the evolving aspects of defamation as it relates to First Amendment rights. The course will significantly improve participants’ ability to identify and unravel issues that may be of concern to clients. No prior knowledge of defamation is required. More Info
$291General Credit -
Making the Most of Mock Trials
Mock trials are similar to dress rehearsals – useful but not necessarily predictive. They are very useful in determining and assessing the strengths and weaknesses of a client’s case, but just because a mock trial is successful doesn’t mean the court case will be. Designed for seasoned litigators as well as novice, small firm practitioners, this CLE course will explain how to utilize mock trials as learning tools for gathering insight, practicing strategy and obtaining a view of how yo... More Info
$291General Credit -
The Biggest Cybersecurity Threat of All - Human Behavior: How to Build a Security First Culture to Protect Your Law Firm
The most vulnerable part of your firm’s security is not in your technology, it’s in your employees. The vast majority of cyber breaches are due to human behavior, which poses the biggest risks to your cybersecurity. This CLE course will explain how to address that threat through training and education, employing strategies to ensure a security-first culture and survive in the face of cyberattacks. More Info
$291General Credit
