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Legal Liability of Psychotherapists: Assessing Negligence and Misconduct Claims
This CLE program provides attorneys with a comprehensive overview of the legal and ethical responsibilities of mental health professionals, with a focus on identifying and evaluating claims involving psychotherapist negligence and professional misconduct. Participants will gain a practical understanding of the standards governing psychotherapists, common areas of liability exposure, and the key factors involved in assessing the viability and value of potential claims. The course will a... More Info
$501General Credit -
From High-Functioning to Non-Functioning: Addressing Mental Health and Substance Misuse in the Legal Profession
“Maybe I drink more than I should, but it isn’t affecting my life—I’m ‘high-functioning.’”. “I’m fine. I just have a lot on my mind, but it’s nothing I can’t handle on my own.” Sound familiar? Many professionals have heard—or said—something similar. Whether the underlying issue involves substance use, mental health challenges, trauma, or other stress-related factors, people often delay seeking help if they are still able to maintain their personal and professional responsibilities.... More Info
$501Mental Health/Abuse -
The Law of Self-Defense and Defense of Others: The Daniel Penny Prosecution
This CLE course provides an in-depth examination of the case People v. Daniel Penny, covering the legal, procedural, and strategic dimensions of one of the most high-profile recent criminal cases. Participants will explore the background of the defendant and the victim, the unfolding of the subway incident, and the role of viral media in shaping public perception and legal strategy. The course will also examine the defense’s approach to pre-trial planning, trial preparation, jury selec... More Info
$501General Credit -
Federal Taxation of Cannabis Businesses: Updates and the Changing Landscape
This CLE course examines the federal income tax issues that affect businesses operating in the state-regulated cannabis industry. While some states permit businesses to cultivate, manufacture, and sell cannabis within a regulated market, cannabis remains illegal under federal law. Section 280E of the Internal Revenue Code disallows income tax deductions for businesses trafficking in a Schedule I controlled substance, such as cannabis. This course covers four key areas. First, it provid... More Info
$501General Credit -
The Law Governing the Use of Force: Armed Conflict, International Treaties, and Rules of Engagement
This CLE course introduces the international legal frameworks and treaties governing the use of force. Participants will examine the foundations of the Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC), including its sources, scope, and applicability. The program then reviews the regulation of force under the UN Charter, focusing on the prohibition on the use of force and key exceptions such as self-defense, UN Security Council authorization, and debates surrounding humanitarian intervention. Through selec... More Info
$1002General Credits -
When Self-Defense Is on Trial: Inside High-Profile Case Strategy
This CLE course provides an in-depth, practical look at defending individuals in self-defense cases, from the initial intake through trial and verdict. Participants will gain insight into how to strategically investigate, review files, and prepare for trial in a way that strengthens a self-defense claim. The course will cover critical considerations in working with investigators, evaluating evidence such as video and medical records, and navigating complex issues surrounding the use of force b... More Info
$501General Credit -
When Enough Isn’t Enough: Eating, Sex, and Exercise Addictions in the Legal Profession
Food, sex, and exercise are often part of healthy, enjoyable lives. But when any of these behaviors becomes a dominant focus, difficult to control, or harmful to oneself or others, they may signal compulsive, disordered, or addictive patterns. When does healthy engagement cross the line into harmful behavior—and when is enough no longer enough? This CLE program examines how behavioral addictions and compulsive disorders related to eating, sexual behavior, and exercise can develop, how t... More Info
$501Mental Health/Abuse -
"So, Do I Have to Go to Jail?” Ethical Considerations for Prosecutors and Defense Counsel at Sentencing
"So, do I have to go to jail?" This is perhaps the most impactful question a criminal defendant asks their defense lawyer, and perhaps the most impactful detail a prosecutor must consider. This course focuses on the ethical considerations and professional responsibilities that arise when addressing questions of incarceration. Asking whether someone would or could go to jail may inadvertently raise ethical challenges for both prosecutors and defense lawyers. In this course, we will review... More Info
$501Ethics Credit -
Ethical Responsibilities in Law Office Management and the Supervision of Non-Lawyers
Many lawyers may not fully understand the Bar rules and ethical considerations regarding managing a law office and supervising lawyers and non-lawyer. This CLE course will address important ethical considerations and provide critical information and guidance regarding law office management and supervising non-lawyers, including the ethical requirements of supervising lawyers and non-lawyers, the elements of competence, identifying potential conflicts of interest, client intake, managing client... More Info
$501Ethics Credit -
Essential Questions in Firearms Law: Why the Gun Laws Are What They Are?
Why aren’t background checks universal? What is the “gun show loophole?” Is Pennsylvania’s Castle Doctrine working as intended? Are more people dying from guns than at any time in history? What do we know about who commits crime with firearms? What do we know about who commits murder? Where does murder happen? In this session, we will use a data driven approach to understanding why Pennsylvania and federal firearms laws are configured in the way they are. This CLE course is d... More Info
$501General Credit