Michigan CLE - Insurance Law Courses
Michigan CLE
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Update on ERISA: Governed Disability, Life and Health Benefit Claims
ERISA laws seem to be constantly evolving as is their relevance to the scope of their relationship to disability, life and health benefits as resolved by the courts. This CLE course will address the multitude of issues from benefit denials to pre-litigation appeals to the most recent rulings on the scope and standard of judicial review in ERISA claims. The course will also offer insight on developments in litigation involving hot topics in medical treatment, accidental death, disabilit... More Info
$291General Credit -
Key Issues in Presenting Expert Testimony in Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith Cases
The reasonableness of a claims adjuster’s conduct is often commented upon by other claim adjusters in bad faith litigation. Similarly underwriters are often used as experts in coverage litigation on underwriting specific risks and the interpretation and intent of policy provisions. But using these types of experts come with some degree of risk as their credibility could be attacked on the basis of previous testimony, relationships with insurance companies or limitations of their experience.... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
Intriguing Insurance and Related Issues
Based on ripped from the headlines cases, this CLE course focuses on issues that are brewing or have been the source of recent headlines but remain unresolved. The course will identify specific areas of insurance and related laws that presenter Guy Kornblum maintains will be crucial in the future. The course thereby serves as a compass to direct you to the coming year and provide insights in advance – a “heads up” approach to practicing insurance law. More Info
$291General Credit -
Issues Unique to Litigating Long Term Disability Insurance Claims
Litigating long-term disability insurance claims is a complex operation. No two are alike. This CLE course will explain frequently encountered issues during this process and focus on the three main topics in the litigation of such claims including the legal and medical issues, subjective disabilities and surveillance and social media. The course will also address vocational issues that arise in disability insurance litigation such as earnings requirements, job analysis and the proper use of vo... More Info
$291.25General Credits -
Basics of Social Security Disability Practice What Should You Expect
Considering adding Social Security disability claimant representation to your practice? This CLE course, presented by 25 veteran in the field Jonathan Ginsberg, will explain how to identify solid cases, which ones to avoid, the timeline for cases and the three theories of disability that apply in all cases. Recent changes to the hearing process as a result of COVID-19 will be explained as will practical considerations on the pros and cons of Social Security practices. Tips and strategies for p... More Info
$551.75General Credits -
The Business Uses of Life Insurance
Offering a complete overview on life insurance, this CLE course will cover insurable interest, common riders and term vs. permanent. The topic of underwriting and the various types of insurance companies as well as buy/sell agreements, key persons, group whole life, retirement and executive bonus plans and whole life insurance as a business asset will all be discussed. More Info
$291General Credit -
Defending Construction Claims in the Workers’ Compensation Arena: The Nuts and Bolts
This CLE course focuses on the defense of a construction claim. It provides information on some basic legal principles but is heavier on practical litigation tips. The course covers coverage issues, accidental versus occupational claims, date of disablement, date of contraction, §44 apportionment, and § 56 liability. More Info
$291.25General Credits -
Advanced Strategies for Negotiating Claims with Insurance Companies
Negotiating a personal injury settlement with an insurance company can be tricky business. This comprehensive CLE course will present time-tested strategies from experienced practitioners. Crafting powerful demand letters, recognizing bad faith agreements and how to set the tone from the start of the negotiations as well as balancing between building relationships and hardball tactics will be discussed. The course will also address quantifying pain and suffering in the form of damages,... More Info
$551.75General Credits -
Bad Faith Insurance Law in California
This CLE course will offer a complete introduction to bad faith insurance law in California. The course will explain the basic principles behind both the presentation and defense of claims related to wrongful denial of insurance benefits and the case law and regulations specific to California. More Info
$291General Credit -
The Basics of Asset Protection
Asset protection strategies take many forms including insurance, gifting and retirement planning. This CLE course will present the benefits of these types of asset protection as well as single member LLC’s and Charging Order Protection entities such as Limited Partnerships and LLC’s. The course will also offer a comparative analysis of Domestic cs. International Asset Protection Trusts. More Info
$291General Credit
