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Massachusetts CLE
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Handling the DWI Case in New York: DMV Regulations
Aimed at the over 50,000 repeat offenders in New York, new regulations are cracking down on license revocations for DWI’s. These regulations include tightened restrictions including broader rules for lifetime revocations in the worst cases. This CLE course will explain these regulations in comparison to the former rules and explain the ramifications of various types of infractions. More Info
$291General Credit -
The Cross-Examination of a Hostile Witness
Even the most practiced attorney can be undone by damaging testimony. That risk is particularly prevalent when faced with the examination of a hostile witness. But there is an art to the cross examination of hostile witnesses, and attorneys would do well to learn it. This CLE course, for seasoned attorneys and novices alike, will offer strategies for structuring and conducting the cross examination of hostile witnesses and for significantly reducing the risk of adverse testimony during cross.... More Info
$551.75General Credits -
What to Reasonably Expect in the Coming Years from the Reasonable Expectations of the Insured Doctrine
Amongst the most controversial legal theories of the past two centuries, the Reasonable Expectation of the Insured Doctrine has its advocates and its adversaries. A frequent topic of legal commentators, the REI Doctrine continues to defy clear definition and is not even universally understood. In fact, recent cases have rejected the very existence of the doctrine. This CLE course will delve right into the heart of the controversy with a thorough explanation of the REI Doctrine and a re... More Info
$291General Credit -
Proving a Federal Social Security Disability Claim
As with much of government protocol, submitting a federal social security disability claim is amazingly complex and it’s critical to understand the rules before trying to prove such a claim. This CLE course will review the entire process from beginning to end and explain how to evaluate the validity of a federal social security disability claim, burden of proof, the various types of acceptable evidence, and the importance of work history. The course will also review strategies for succ... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
Winning Nursing Home Claims: A Practical Guide
The combination of an aging population with a slew of examples of abuse by nursing homes has led to a steep rise in nursing home litigation. This CLE course will offer a step-by-step review of the proper techniques and strategies for litigating these cases including how to evaluate the claims, selecting parties to name as defendants and the critical role of experts. The course will also offer a complete overview of statutes such as the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987 (OBRA),... More Info
$291.25General Credits -
Non-U.S. Bank Operations in the United States
As the world has gone global, there is an increasing number of foreign banks operating within the US and the rules and regulations that govern these institutions may differ drastically from national banks. This CLE course will explain these banking procedures and review: Process for Entry ? Activities and Powers ? Regulatory and Enforcement Issues ? Exiting ? Changes as a result of 2010 Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act More Info
$291.25General Credits -
How Assets Pass Upon Death
There are numerous issues that may impact the transfer or passing of assets upon an individual’s death. This CLE course will review the various routes this may take either by contract via non-probate, titling of an account, the designation of a beneficiary, intestate succession or last will & testament. The course will provide an overview of the types of transfers and the various issues that may arise. The course will introduce the probate process and explain what an attorney and client may an... More Info
$291General Credit -
Fundamentals of Pennsylvania Family Law
This CLE course will present the substantive and procedural requirements as they pertain to initiating and filing for divorce, asset division, custody and support. A discussion of the difference between the 3301 © and the 3301 (d) divorce, as well as practical considerations when filing for divorce and the ramifications as they relate to equitable distribution of marital assets, custody pleadings and grandparent rights, spousal support, alimony and child support will be explained. More Info
$291.25General Credits -
Fundamentals of DUI/DWI Law: A Practical Guide
The problem of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is one that remains rampant nationwide. It is a problem that transcends age and socioeconomic borders. Though police and prosecutor vigilance helps curtail the issue, the rise in rehabilitation and education programs serve to provide outlets for defense attorneys to argue for lighter sentencing for their clients. This CLE course will offer a complete overview of the DUI process from the initial stop to case building to sentencing.... More Info
$291General Credit -
Current Issues in Legal Ethics
Advertising one’s every thought and opinion has become almost common. Today, it is standard practice for people to post where they are, what they’re doing and what they think about it in an unending cycles of updates on their facebook pages. This usage of internet communication has extended to the workplace and attorneys now use it for everything from advertising to client communication. Clearly, a re-examination of ethical boundaries is in order and this CLE course was designed to do just tha... More Info
$341Ethics Credit
