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Direct Examination of Expert Witnesses at Trial
As the Supreme Court has noted, “expert evidence can be both powerful and quite misleading because of the difficulty in evaluating it.” Daubert v. Merrell Dow Pharms., Inc., 509 U.S. 579, 595 (1993). “Indeed, no other kind of witness is free to opine about a complicated matter without any firsthand knowledge of the facts in the case, and based upon otherwise inadmissible hearsay[.]” United States v. Frazier, 387 F.3d 1244, 1260 (11th Cir. 2004). Harnessing expert testimony to make it “p... More Info
$751.5General Credits -
What Issues Should Attorneys Be Looking For In a DUI Case
Driving under the influence (DUI) cases present a complex web of legal, procedural, and scientific issues that require careful analysis by defense counsel. This CLE program will equip attorneys with the tools to effectively spot key issues and develop strategic defenses in DUI matters. Topics Include: Identifying potential constitutional challenges Examining evidentiary concerns Scrutinizing field sobriety tests and breathalyzer results Evaluating law enforcement procedures... More Info
$501General Credit -
Class Actions: Deceptive Consumer Labels
This CLE program provides an in-depth examination of legal standards and strategies for litigating class actions involving deceptive consumer labeling. Participants will learn how to effectively plead claims at the Rule 12(b)(6) stage, with a focus on the “reasonable consumer” standard, the legal weight of front-label representations versus back-label disclosures, and the role of ambiguity in label interpretation. The course will also address common defense tactics, including safe harbo... More Info
$501General Credit -
Utilizing Medical Imaging to Your Advantage in Litigation
Using digital medical images in your personal injury or medical malpractice cases can be a powerful tool. Knowing how to use, access, and understand medical imaging in a litigation setting can be critical. This CLE course simplifies what legal teams need to know about using DICOM images in discovery and the courtroom, how DICOM differs from formats like JPG or PDF, and admissibility and secure handling. Attendees will learn best practices for managing and sharing images securely, colla... More Info
$501General Credit -
Privacy Under Fire: Navigating Enforcement Actions & Litigation Risks
As regulatory scrutiny and consumer privacy litigation continue to intensify, attorneys must navigate a rapidly shifting legal environment. This CLE course examines the latest enforcement trends, key regulatory developments, and the rising tide of privacy-related lawsuits. Participants will gain practical strategies for managing compliance challenges, responding to enforcement actions, and minimizing legal exposure. Tailored for legal professionals across practice areas, this course eq... More Info
$501General Credit -
Partnering on Nursing Home Negligence Cases: A Guide for Estate and Elder Law Lawyers
Estate planning and elder law attorneys may unexpectedly become the first point of contact when a client’s loved one suffers nursing home neglect or abuse. While you may not litigate personal injury cases, you play a critical role in identifying viable claims, guiding families, and partnering with specialized nursing home injury lawyers. This CLE presentation offers a practical roadmap with four key sections: Vetting Nursing Home Cases – How to tell a legal case from a non-legal compl... More Info
$1002General Credits -
Establishing Restitution in Criminal Cases
This CLE course will provide an overview of restitution in Pennsylvania state criminal cases. Restitution is often a primary concern for victims of criminal activity. This course will explain what restitution is (and is not), what an advocate must produce to obtain restitution, what defendant’s counsel can do to protect their client from unwarranted costs, what the limits of restitution are in the Commonwealth, and how collection and distribution works after a sentence is imposed. More Info
$501General Credit -
Design Patents: Key Considerations for Prosecution and Enforcement
In today’s competitive marketplace, the visual appearance of a product can be just as important as the function of the product. During this webinar, Board Certified Intellectual Property Attorneys Greg Popowitz and Peter Koziol will discuss how design patents can protect the unique look of an invention, along with infringement and enforcement strategies. Design patent applications have risen dramatically over the past decade. Learn about the requirements to file a design patent appl... More Info
$751.5General Credits -
Critical Updates: How DUIs & Serious Traffic Offenses Impact Your Client’s Illinois Driver’s License
This CLE course will guide you through the maze of issues and problems that result from your client’s DUIs and/or other serious driving offenses and the effect it has on your client’s Illinois Driver’s License (DL). Illinois is one of the more difficult states when it comes to these issues. It is not only difficult to figure out what exactly will happen with your client’s Illinois DL after a DUI or serious traffic offense but what to do to help them regain their driving privileges.... More Info
$501General Credit -
A Primer on Civil Trial Preparation
Preparing for trial involves managing a variety of topics. For a solo or small firm practitioner, you may have little or no help getting ready for trial, so managing your time, your client’s expectations, the challenges of discovery, witnesses, motion practice, and the trial itself can be overwhelming. This CLE course will provide some practical tips and insights on how to manage your trial preparation. More Info
$501General Credit -
Mastering Discovery: Avoiding Common Pitfalls Under the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure are intended to make it easier for litigants and courts to reach the merits of cases. That principle extends to the rules governing discovery. If used fairly, those rules (Rules 26 through 37) can help litigants figure out what evidence opposing parties intend to offer to support their claims or defenses. Yet litigators routinely respond to discovery requests by trying to fling every possible objection at them, and then continuing with some magic fo... More Info
$501General Credit -
The Power of Pixels: Enhancing Summations Through Technology
We live in a digital age, so why is your summation stuck in the past? With the rise of digital evidence, technologically equipped courtrooms, and a more savvy jury pool, digital presentations for summation will give you an edge over your competition. This CLE lecture will walk you through building an effective digital presentation for summation. It will cover the law governing digital presentations, techniques in building a presentation, strategies to make your presentation more appeal... More Info
$751.5General Credits -
Beyond the Law: Creative Problem-Solving for Attorneys
In the fast-paced, ever-evolving legal landscape, lawyers must go beyond traditional litigation and advisory roles to become strategic problem solvers. This CLE program will equip attorneys with the tools, techniques, and mindset necessary to tackle complex challenges in a creative and client-centric way. Through a series of practical exercises, case studies, and expert insights, participants will explore how to approach legal problems holistically, anticipate potential obstacles, and develop... More Info
$501General Credit -
Medical Issues and Damages in Personal Injury Claims
In this CLE lecture, we will explore the essential medical aspects of accidental injuries and how to effectively navigate them in legal practice. Participants will learn how to: Analyze the medical phenomenology behind accidental injuries to better understand causation and severity. Collaborate with medical providers to ensure clients receive the most appropriate care. Clearly communicate complex medical issues to clients, insurance adjusters, and juries in plain, accessible language.... More Info
$1002General Credits -
Mastering Field Sobriety Tests: Legal, Scientific, and Practical Considerations
This CLE course will focus on the three standardized field sobriety tests. We will be exploring some of the main issues to focus on when cross-examining a police officer. This program will help lawyers better understand the proper administration of the field sobriety tests along with the grading system. The presenter will provide cross-examination techniques that can be used at pre-trial hearings along with trials. The goal is to help assist lawyers better understand the field sobriety... More Info
$501General Credit -
Selective Ethics in Litigation from the Plaintiff's Perspective
This CLE course will focus on the ethical obligations that govern counsel in litigated matters and the boundaries that must be respected to ensure compliance with professional standards. Panelists will explore the ethical rules that shape an attorney’s responsibilities when representing a client and discuss the key limitations that must be observed. They will also provide practical insights on how to navigate these requirements effectively, offering “common sense” guidance to help you stay wit... More Info
$751.5Ethics Credits -
Winning Trial Techniques: Cross Examinations
Effectively cross-examining an expert witness can mean the difference between simply surviving a case and seizing control of the narrative. This CLE course is designed to equip attorneys with a powerful, adaptable framework for dissecting expert testimony, exposing weaknesses, and reinforcing their own case strategy. Participants will gain practical tools for structuring an incisive cross-examination, identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities in expert opinions, and avoiding common mis... More Info
$501General Credit -
Identifying Winning Social Security Cases and Preparing for Hearings
How do you identify potential Social Security disability clients who have the best chance of winning? And once these clients retain you, how do you increase their odds of winning at an ALJ hearing? Social Security disability claims can take two to three years from application to hearing so you need a roadmap to identify the most viable cases and a roadmap to prepare your clients to take full advantage of the 45 minutes they will have with a judge. In this CLE presentation the... More Info
$1002General Credits -
Artificial Intelligence as Evidence: Discoverability, Use, Admissibility of Algorithmic & Digital Evidence
Recent interest in AI has been focused on how it can be used to improve productivity in your practice. This CLE looks at AI from a different perspective – as evidence that may be crucial to your trial. It will cover the legal definitions of artificial intelligence and what types of evidence fall under that definition, how to identify artificial intelligence in litigation, which discovery tools can be used to obtain it, and what rules and legal standards govern the use and admissibility... More Info
$751.5General Credits -
Tax Law and Personal Injury Litigation: Representing Victims of Sexual Abuse
This CLE presentation is designed for attorneys who litigate personal injury disputes, focusing specifically on the representation of individuals who have been the victims of sexual abuse. It outlines the general tax principles governing the taxability of recoveries for tort actions, and the development of the statutory rule that compensation for personal physical injury is non-taxable. It discusses the historical background and development of this rule, and its application to victims of s... More Info
$751.5General Credits -
Federal Torts Claims Act: Personal Injury Lawsuit from Intake through Trial
A client calls and tells you that they had to remove their shoes to pass through a TSA checkpoint. The floor was slippery and they fell and broke their knee requiring surgery. What do you do? This CLE course will take you from intake through trial in a federal tort claims act (FTCA) slip and fall lawsuit in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania and the Third Circuit. The presenter will highlight cases to take and cases to turn down. FTCA cases have an unnerving number of pitfalls th... More Info
$501General Credit -
DUI Defense: Mastering Strategies From The Experts
This CLE course provides an intensive examination of the legal issues involved when a potential client is arrested and charged with a DUI. The course examines the elements the prosecution must prove in their case, common and uncommon DUI defenses, and global issues related to constitutional rights, such as the right to remain silent. It also addresses issues involving driver's licenses and the Department of Motor Vehicles. While the course focuses on California, many of the lessons and... More Info
$501General Credit -
Cross-Examination of Experts in Tort Cases: The Basics Plus
This CLE course will review the essential principles of cross-examination of defense experts in tort cases with an emphasis on personal injury and insurance bad faith actions. This will include sources of research for identifying fertile areas for cross, setting up the expert for effective cross at deposition and devising and implementing a cross-examination that effectively brings out the critical points for challenging the expert’s testimony. This is a program for those who h... More Info
$751.5General Credits -
Wiretaps 101: Defending Your Client in Wiretap Cases
This CLE course provides an introduction to wiretaps and offers essential knowledge for defending clients in cases involving wiretap evidence. Participants will explore the history of wiretaps and the development of modern caselaw to gain a better understanding of how to challenge wiretap evidence and effectively represent clients in wiretap prosecutions. The course covers key topics, including the Government’s application process for a wiretap, the execution of wiretaps by law e... More Info
$1002General Credits -
How to Prepare and Try a Car Accident Case in Front of a Jury
This CLE course is designed to equip attorneys, particularly those with limited trial experience, with the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully prepare a case for trial and present it effectively before a jury. Attendees will be guided through each stage of the trial preparation process, beginning with the inception of the case and continuing through to closing arguments. The course will explore essential strategies for organizing case materials, developing a coherent trial st... More Info
$501General Credit -
Clarity Above All Things: Writing Briefs That Can Actually Be Understood
This CLE course focuses on the cornerstone of effective legal writing: clarity. Designed for attorneys who aim to craft briefs that are not only compelling but also easily understood, the course emphasizes practical strategies for clear and concise communication. Participants will learn techniques to eliminate ambiguity, organize arguments logically, and prioritize readability without sacrificing substance. Whether you're drafting for a court, client, or colleague, this course... More Info
$501General Credit -
Artificial Intelligence & the Criminal Justice System
This CLE course explores the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in criminal law, addressing its growing influence on law enforcement, judicial process, and professional ethics. Participants in this CLE program will gain practical insights into challenging AI-generated evidence, understanding bias and transparency issues, and staying current with legislative developments shaping AI’s application in the Criminal Justice System. Topics include: AI in Law Enforce... More Info
$751.5General Credits -
Sentencing is Not Always the End of the Line
Anyone who has been involved in the practice of criminal defense law for a while has had a client or two sentenced. A recent PEW Research Center Report examined federal criminal cases. There were 80,000, but only 2% went to trial, 8% were dismissed and 90% pled guilty. Of the remainder, 800 went to trial and were convicted. Sentencing is a recurring and common phenomena but there are not a lot of CLE's focused on it. This is going to be an exercise on individualizing your client fo... More Info
$501General Credit