West Virginia CLE - Workers Compensation Courses
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Workers’ Comp: Its Synthesis and How to Run a Successful Boutique Comp Practice
Workers’ compensation is widely underestimated in its complexity. In fact, at the foundation of the law is not a lawsuit as many believe, but rather an administrative, no fault claims process. Its importance lies in that it remains an employees’ exclusive remedy against an employer for indemnity and medical benefits resulting from a work-related injury. This CLE course will explain New York Workers’ Compensation Law and the different case types, client management styles and an evaluati... More Info
$751.5General Credits -
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Basics of Handling Veteran's Disability Claims
Disabled veterans are eligible for a host of compensation benefits, but understanding those benefits and how to obtain them requires a solid grasp of the system. This CLE course will explain the forms of compensation available, the basic theories of service-connection as they apply to various conditions, the procedures and types of claims, development and requests for records, claims file review and ratings practices. More Info
$501.2General Credits -
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Municipal Disability Pensions Nuts & Bolts
Filing for disability pensions for civil service employees can be a complicated process, particularly for the novice attorney. This CLE course will explain all the requirements and standards, how to properly analyze incidents and differentiate them from accidents for the purpose of filing and how to determine the extent of medical disabilities. The course will review the filing process and offer strategies for timing filings to the best advantage of your client. The interaction of pensions wit... More Info
$751.8General Credits -
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Railroad Retirement Board Disability Annuity Claims
Annuity claims for railroad retirement board disability is a particular body of knowledge that even seasoned attorneys may not be knowledgeable about. This CLE course will explain railroad retirement board disability annuity and how it differs from social security disability. The course will explain the application process and the information it requires, the denial and appeals process and tips and strategies to navigate ethical issues in light of recent scandals. More Info
$501.2General Credits -
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Representing Workers Compensation Claimants
Workers compensation, whether as a result of accident or occupational disease, can often seem to overlap with other types of compensation such as New York State disability, retirement disability or social security disability. This CLE course will explain how workers compensation differs from other types of compensation and how to coordinate it with other benefits. The course will explain who is eligible for coverage and how it is applied in cases of accidents and occupational diseases. The cou... More Info
$1002.4General Credits -
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Learning The Basics of Conducting a Social Security Disability Case
In this CLE course you will learn about the different disability programs that exist, who can apply for the benefits and what the application process is like. You will learn how the Social Security Administration defines disability and how to determine what kind of application to file if it is an initial application. Or does the potential client need to file an appeal because the initial application was not approved? We will explore what is involved in the appeal process and how to de... More Info
$751.9General Credits -
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A Basic Overview of Tennessee Workers' Compensation Law
This CLE will provide a summary of the Tennessee Workers’ Compensation Act and the intricacies of navigating a Tennessee workers’ compensation claim through the Tennessee Bureau of Workers’ Compensation and the Tennessee Court of Workers’ Compensation. This presentation also provides pertinent information regarding affirmative defenses that may be applicable and the eventual outcome of a case before the Tennessee Court of Workers’ Compensation. More Info
$1002.46General Credits -
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Ethics in Workers Compensation
Navigating the voluminous nature of workers compensation can be a challenge to ensure each and every claimant receives the representation they need. Engaging in ethical representation is both the correct thing to do as well as the best thing to do. This CLE discussion will address the most common areas surrounding this and your best ways of remaining ethical and passionate in your representation. As Associate Justice Potter Stewart, of the United States Supreme Court, said “Ethics is... More Info
$501.28Ethics Credits -
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Overview of Social Security’s Decision Making Process
Learn the basics about how Social Security determines if someone is entitled to receive disability benefits. This CLE course will cover the definition of disability that must be met to receive benefits and will also walk you through, not only the procedural steps of the claim process, but also the disability analysis used by adjudicators to evaluate if the definition of disability is met. At the end of the course, you will have the basic information needed to formulate a successful a... More Info
$1002.4General Credits -
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Don’t Get Caught Without A Contractor’s License: The Downfalls and Damages of Working Without a License
This course covers the basic overview of construction contractor licensing laws in California and discusses the consequences of violating the licensing requirements. We will cover the purpose of the licensing laws and their application to those who perform construction services, as well as applicable exemptions. The penalties for a violation can be severe and do not allow for equitable remedies. We will review recent case law that clarifies the remedy available to a project owner wh... More Info
$501.4General Credits -
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Labor and Employment Law Update: What’s New and What’s Next
This CLE will include both New York State and Federal laws and will discuss updates and developments in labor and employment law. Some of the topics will include: The latest Covid requirements, (yes there are still specific laws and issues on this), sick leave, Unemployment Insurance relating to 1099’s, discrimination, workers’ compensation, wage and hour law updates, electronic monitoring, arbitration agreements, non-compete and non-solicitation agreements and other labor and emplo... More Info
$501.22General Credits -
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Securing Social Security Disability Benefits
As technology moves forward in an ever-changing world we must not only adapt as individuals but also as attorneys. Securing benefits through the Social Security Administration has moved onto the world wide web allowing representation of clients nationally. This CLE program will discuss the entire process today delving into what makes a successful case and the best way to present the facts that matter. More Info
$1002.44General Credits -
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What Attorneys Need to Know About The Current State of Vaccination Mandates
This course will cover the state of COVID-19 vaccination mandates as we enter the 3rd year of the pandemic -- what rules have been made, where they stand with court challenges and state efforts to counter them, and where things will go from here. Specifically, we will examine the current state of: the OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard and the OSHA proposed rule, and the litigation arguments that have been brought against them rules issued by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services... More Info
$751.8General Credits -
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Labor & Employment Update From A-Z: American Disabilities Act (ADA) to Zoom Calls and Everything in Between
This CLE course will consider updates and developments in labor and employment law, both New York State and Federal. Specific topics will include: Vaccination Policies COVID Issues The New York State Sick Leave Law The NY Heroes Act Wage and Hour Law Updates Discrimination Issues Workers’ Compensation Unemployment Insurance and other labor and employment issues, topics and strategies. More Info
$501.32General Credits -
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Total Disability: Everything You Need To Know
In this lecture you will learn the ins and outs of Workers Compensation from the perspective of the claimant’s attorneys. You will be better equipped to handle any injury arising out of and in the scope of employment. We will go over some strategies to take on large insurance companies and better represent your clients. Sit tight and listen and you will be able to advise clients to a greater degree through the entire Workers Compensation procedure. More Info
$1002.4General Credits -
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The Use of Disability Solutions for Professionals and Their Clients
Learn how to protect yourself and your clients from income and financial loss due to unexpected events and avoid the problems associated with emotional decision making, and hoping for the best when possible accident or illness affects the ability to earn income and meet your financial obligations. Understand how using a "living balance sheet" can help you strategize, organize and implement a financial plan, and hear how you can use disability solutions to protect your business and financial he... More Info
$1002.1General Credits -
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Practice & Procedure Before the US Court of Appeals for Veterans’ Claims
Join Thomas Kniffen, retired from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) after 16 continuous years of service as an attorney, as he discusses what you need to know to help veterans and their dependents obtain VA disability compensation and pension benefits. In the last session of the lunchtime series, Tom will discuss what you need to know to practice before the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans' Claims. More Info
$501General Credit -
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What You Need to Know and Do to Try a Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy Case
It is essential in trying a chronic traumatic encephalopathy case to attain knowledge of relevant neural science, neurology, neuroimaging and neuropsychology for direct examination of medical experts and, even more importantly, for cross examination by the utilization of generally accepted medical literature. Relevant literature is referred to regarding medical issues relating to CTE. The applicability of the Federal Rules of Evidence with regard to expert witnesses is also analyzed and discus... More Info
$3109.7General Credits -
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The VA Appeal Process
Join Thomas Kniffen, retired from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) after 16 continuous years of service as an attorney, as he discusses what you need to know to help veterans and their dependents obtain VA disability compensation and pension benefits. In Part 3 of the lunchtime series, Tom will discuss the VA appeal process. More Info
$501.2General Credits -
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Understanding VA Pensions
Join Thomas Kniffen, retired from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) after 16 continuous years of service as an attorney, as he discusses what you need to know to help veterans and their dependents obtain VA disability compensation and pension benefits. More Info
$501.2General Credits -
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Understanding Basic Veterans Law
Join Thomas Kniffen, retired from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) after 16 continuous years of service as an attorney, as he discusses what you need to know to help veterans and their dependents obtain VA disability compensation and pension benefits. The first session of the lunchtime series will focus on the basics of the US Veterans Law. More Info
$501General Credit -
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Defending Construction Claims in the Workers’ Compensation Arena: The Nuts and Bolts
Construction claims can be more complicated than they appear. This CLE course will explain how to defend construction claims and presents the basic legal principles with a sharp focus on practical litigation tips to put the odds in your favor. The course will address: Coverage issues Accidental vs. occupational claims Disablement dates Contraction dates §44 apportionment §56 liability And more… More Info
$501.4General Credits -
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Captive Insurance: Strategies & Tactics
This CLE course introduces the corporate attorney to how captive insurance companies operate with a focus on the profitability captives provide to their affiliated groups. Captives structuring techniques are analyzed in light of recent Tax Court cases. In addition, the course explores the use of captive insurance as a cost minimization strategy for workers compensation and healthcare benefits. More Info
$751.6General Credits -
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Labor and Employment Law Update: The Day of the $29.00 Hamburger is Coming!
This CLE program will discuss updates and new developments in labor and employment law, both New York State and federal. Specific topics will include: the difference between independent contractors and employees; the Freelance Isn’t Free Act; changes with regard to interns; New York State unemployment insurance law, including misclassification of employees; workers’ compensation; the New York Paid Family Leave Act; new required benefits; wage and hour updates, such as the tip credits, salary... More Info
$1002General Credits