Massachusetts CLE - Contract Law Courses
Massachusetts CLE
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Sports and the Law
Professional sports have never seemed less professional. Between accusation of misconduct and the expiration of the Collective Bargaining Agreements in most sports, legal action has overshadowed athletic prowess in the sports pages. This CLE course presents a unique opportunity to hear from the Chair of the Sports Business faculty at New York University and a former sports agent and sports law expert explain the impact of sports’ legal entanglements. The course will also explore issues regarding... More Info
$291General Credit -
Freedom of Contract or Freedom from Contract? A Comparison of the Various Jewish and American Traditions
A historical look at the evolution of contract law, this CLE course focuses on the Talmudic and American contract models. The course will discuss the construction of the legal system under Jewish law, which does not include a system of bi-lateral contracts. The course will look at both systems within the context of the sale of land and of other goods. The course will also explore the freedom of contract as a legal doctrine. More Info
$291General Credit -
Introduction to the Fair Debt Collection Practice Act (FDCPA)
A detailed introduction to the Fair Debt Collection Act (FDCPA), this CLE course is presented by Harvey Rephen, who specializes in consumer protection from abusive and illegal debt collection. A compelling, overview of the FDCPA and an explanation of the various restrictions placed on debt collectors, this course will also explore the proper parameters of communication between debtors and third parties, prohibited practices, and civil liabilities with regards to collection agencies. More Info
$291.25General Credits -
An Overview of State and Local Contracting Issues & Practice in New Jersey
A thorough review of New Jersey’s Contracting issues, this expansive, two-part CLE course looks at both state and local methods and requirements. The first part, entitled New Jersey State Government Contract Law and Process is presented by Patrick D. Kennedy, Esq. and offers a broad overview of contracting methods and accepted alternatives. Kennedy then offers an in-depth look at areas such as interactions with procuring entity, specifications, constructing challenges in contract awards, bid pro... More Info
$812.5General Credits -
A Lawyers Guide to Theatre Production
You might not assume that lawyers would be interested in breaking into “the business,” but the legalities of representing theatre production can be quite complex and altogether fascinating. Enough so that our esteemed lecturer, Donald C. Farber, authored, among other works, From Option to Opening, a book which details theatre representation from beginning to end. Beyond the standard Literary Purchase Agreement, Farber reviews the many agreements which deal with the relationship between the crea... More Info
$812.5General Credits
