Massachusetts CLE - Corporate Law Courses
Massachusetts CLE
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Franchise Law: Five Issues Facing Franchisors and Franchisees
Today’s consumer market is filled with franchises. Whether in food services, clothing retailers, electronic or automotive sales, most businesses are led by franchises. As a result, there are numerous legal issues facing franchise businesses, both for franchisers and franchisees. This CLE course will examine the most crucial issues facing franchise businesses including personal guarantees, relationship termination, statutes of limitations and injunctive relief. The course will also review issues... More Info
$291General Credit -
A Behind the Scenes Look at the Decision by the Supreme Court of NJ on Fraud in a Medical Malpractice Policy
Hear from the attorney who successfully represented the Medical Malpractice Joint Underwriting Association of Rhode Island in their appeal before the New Jersey Supreme Court in the famous DeMarco vs. Stoddard case which effectively established that a medial malpractice policy procured via fraud can and should be rescinded ab initio. As a result of this decision, the insurer has no obligation to defend or indemnify the doctor. The landslide decision was the result of extensive examination o... More Info
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What Every Company Should Know About Identifying and Preserving Documents For Litigation
Sanctions for companies that fail to preserve electronic materials is an ongoing concern for firms. This CLE course will explain preservation obligations and how a review of a particular firm may be triggered as well as strategies to meet obligations. The course will also outline some practical steps to develop and pre-litigation document retention policy. More Info
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Accommodating Non-U.S. Investors: Structuring Real Estate and Other Fund Investments to Minimize U.S. Tax Impacts
This CLE course will explain the process by which both hedge funds and private equity funds may minimize the tax burden for non-US investors. Presented by Michelle Itri and David Schulder, tax attorneys at Tannenbaum Helbern as well as RSM US LLP’s International Tax Principal Max Strimber, the course will focus on legal avenues to avoid US tax filing obligations on what is called effectively connected income. The term typically applies to an investment made by a non-US citizen in US real estate,... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
Workplace Shooting: Employers’ Legal Obligations and Survival Strategies
The recent rise in workplace shootings has prompted employers to take measures to prepare their company and employees. Employers need to consider their legal responsibilities in the event of such an occurrence whether on company grounds or at a sanctioned or sponsored event. Questions such as whether to provide survival training and the legal ramifications of not providing it, as well as myriad other considerations, will all be discussed. More Info
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ABC's of Selling or Buying a Privately Owned Business
Whether you’re a seasoned M&A or a general attorney, the general practices of small company sale transactions may be relevant in a wide variety of cases. This CLE course will explain the three major stages of the process of buying or selling privately held businesses include issues related to pre-contract considerations, the actual sales contract and closing and post-closing concerns. More Info
$552.25General Credits -
Business Formations 102: Limited Liability Companies
Drawing upon his experience in real estate and corporate law, Graig Zappia Esq., a partner at Tully Rinckey PLLC, will explain how to form Limited Liability Companies under New York State law. Designed for attorneys of all skill levels, the CLE course will explain the forms and procedural requirements for forming Limited Liability Companies as well as Professional Limited Liability Companies as well as provide insight into the various merits and drawbacks to these companies as compared to corpor... More Info
$290.75General Credit -
Regulatory, Contract, and Licensing Issues in the Hospitality Industry
Tourism is big business in a city like New York, where even the residents are reliant on the hospitality industry. Hotels, restaurants, clubs and tours are all an inherent part of what makes New York City unique and business operators require up-to-date, accurate and reliable information to keep their businesses compliant with the city’s always evolving laws. This CLE program focuses particularly on restaurants and the challenges they face in opening a new space. The course offers a detailed ove... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
E-Discovery Case Law: Sanction Cases You Need to Know
This CLE course will explain e-discovery sanctions and how to protect your company from them. The course will present three noteworthy sanction cases and how they could have been prevented. Trends in e-discovery sanction cases as well as tips and strategies from an experienced panel representing a variety of legal roles will all be included. More Info
$291General Credit -
What Attorneys Need to Know about New E-Discovery Technology
Document review often accounts for more than 80% of total e-discovery costs. This CLE course will explain how to dramatically reduce costs and the new e-discovery technology that enables you to quickly identify critical documents, streamline activities and minimize data that requires outside review. The course explains why focusing on the left side of the EDRM will lead to cost saving on the right side during document review and the specific e-discovery technology capabilities that can be utiliz... More Info
$291General Credit
