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Join our speakers in this CLE program as they delve into the latest developments in class action litigation and reveal essential best practices. This unique opportunity is designed to empower attendees with the knowledge and strategies needed to not only navigate the complexities of this dynamic legal field but also secure favorable outcomes for their clients.

Join us for this enlightening CLE program, where our esteemed panel of speakers will embark on a deep dive into the nuances of ERISA litigation. They will dissect its historical origins, elucidate its key components, dissect notable trends, and elucidate the broader implications for employers, employees, and the legal landscape at large.

Join our esteemed speakers, Orlando Lopez, Ph.D. of Culhane Haughian & Walsh PLLC, and Robert Plotkin of Blueshift IP, as they lead an in-depth discussion on the intricacies of patent eligibility, especially as they relate to the fields of machine learning (ML), artificial intelligence (AI), and software innovations. Learn from their insights, practical strategies, and expert advice on how to confidently navigate the shifting legal terrain and achieve success in your endeavors.

Come and join a panel of prominent thought leaders and practitioners assembled by The Knowledge Group as they delve into the intricacies of noncompete clauses and gain a comprehensive understanding of the FTC’s ban in the realm of employment agreements. In this interactive course, you’ll gain valuable strategies for negotiating, modifying, or challenging noncompete agreements within the bounds of the FTC’s regulations.

In this CLE program, intellectual property expert Steven D. Lustig (Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel LLP) will provide an in-depth discussion about the fundamental principles of copyright law. He will explore current issues faced in copyright protection and the evolving role of technology in shaping copyright law and how businesses can adapt.

Asbestos-related cases have long been a focal point in the legal arena, and the year 2024 brings pivotal shifts and emerging trends that demand attention.

The discussion will deal with tricks ranging from the easily-spotted “Good Cop, Bad Cop” routine and “Take It or Leave It” positioning, to more subtle bad faith tactics such as introducing phony facts and using time tricks.

In the latest installment in this popular series, Zach McGee discusses the judicial and legal ethics issues that arise out of the bombshell sex scandal that one commentator called “a body blow to the integrity” of the entire bankruptcy system. The facts of this case are so sensational – a bankruptcy judge who was living and sleeping with a lawyer who regularly appeared before him, while at the same time approving fee applications for the lawyer’s legal work in those cases – they would be hard to believe if they weren’t true. Rules covered include: Cannons 2, 2B, 3B & 3C of the Code of Conduct for United States Judges; and ABA Model Rules 1.7, 3.3, 4.1 & 8.4.