Michigan CLE - Business Law Courses
Michigan CLE
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Evolving Risks of COVID-19: Coverage Implications, Recent Litigation and the Legislative Landscape
COVID-19 has resulted in unprecedented financial losses throughout the US. With most industries facing uncertain times with regards to the degree of the losses as well as insurance coverage available, there are some very nervous business owners out there. Many are maintaining that there is no insurance coverage available for this situation while others are demanding relief, This CLE course will explain the basics of insurance coverage including those that are particularly suited to COVID-19. T... More Info
$291.25General Credits -
Acquisitions of Insurance Businesses
There are a variety of ways to structure the acquisition of an insurance business. This CLE course will discuss these different avenues taking into consideration variables such as the type of business being acquired, the buyer’s business objectives and others. The course will address specific provisions including reps and warranties, closing conditions related to regulatory approvals, due diligence, file preparation and disclosure requirements. Competition, third party consent and rati... More Info
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COVID-19: Business and Asset Protection
The impact of COVID-19 is widespread and the resulting recession unavoidable. As with all recessions, this one has left the business world with declining sales, job losses, loan defaults, and rent declines. This fascinating CLE course will explain how to protect assets from plaintiffs, creditors, lenders and even the government and how to apply the lessons of the last financial crisis to today’s state of affairs. The course will present real-life stories that offer practical approaches to asse... More Info
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Show Me the Money! An Analysis of the Paycheck Protection Program in the CARES Act
The Paycheck Protection Program in the CARES Act is meant to alleviate the stress on businesses as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. This CLE course will explain the ins and outs of the PPP & EIDL loan provisions including requirements and how it relates to law firms as well as the potential pitfalls and benefits. Topics include: Loan Provisions Deferral Assistance Penalties 1110 Emergency EIDEL Grants Statutory conditions and procedure of loans General information on statutory... More Info
$552General Credits -
Advising Clients on Contractual Concessions Leveraging Force Majeure for COVID-19
Force majeure clauses may be used to obtain concessions for clients who may be performing below standards due to COVID-19 and/or governmental measures. This CLE course will explain how force majeure may be used as well as the legal precedents to address virus-related impacts on performance. Case studies from similar events will be examined. The course will also provide tips and strategies for negotiating on behalf of clients facing enforcement or termination due to late or non-performance. More Info
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Branding and Business, with a Primer on Non-Use Due to Covid-19
Selecting a distinctive brand for a business’s services and products requires creativity and skill. This CLE course will help businesses as well as their counsels on the key elements to consider as well as how to protect the brands once they’re created. Federal and state trademark registration issues will also be discussed, as well as how to assess branding as a business grows and develops. Brand growth potential and strategies for preventing infringement will also be discussed. More Info
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The Growing Legal Issues Facing Cannabis at the State and Local Government levels
Cannabis is now legal on over 33 states, making state and local control over both medical and recreational marijuana a critical issue. This CLE course will explain the various restrictions and regulations that must be considered for businesses throughout the process from growers to producers to dispensaries. The course will offer guidance on how to assist clients achieve their goals and address the many challenges companies may face. More Info
$552.25General Credits -
Introduction of Global Wine Laws
There are laws governing almost every industry, even those we rarely view as being legally complicated. Wine, for example, its cultivation, production and even labeling is governed by strict rules that apply to the various countries wherein wine is produced. This CLE course will explain the purpose of these laws and how they are tied to consumer protection laws and a customer’s ability to ascertain the wine’s region of origin, grape varietals and quality. The course will explain the national r... More Info
$551.75General Credits -
Understanding Startup Issues: From Formation to Funding
Startups seem to be forming on a daily, maybe even hourly, basis. Which will succeed and which will fail is somewhat dependent on the strength of the idea, but even more so on an entrepreneur’s ability to move the innovation through the initial phases of development and launch. This CLE course will explain this startup process and how to move an idea through the initial concept to a scalable product or service that can compete in the market. The course will explain the types of entities that o... More Info
$551.75General Credits -
Standard Essential Patents & FRAND Damages: The New PAE Frontier
The Supreme Court’s Alice decision effectively limiting software patent-ability has significantly slowed lower-end patent assertion programs while Standard Essential Patent suits have grown in number with the Patent Trial & Appeal Board post-grant proceedings. Filed by patent assertion entities (PAE), patent aggregators, and practicing companies, these complex suits generally relate to infringement and require and in-depth understanding of the product’s chipset. Yet that information is often n... More Info
$291.25General Credits
