Iowa CLE - Government and Military Courses

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New Developments in Veterans Affairs Law

Designed for practitioners who assist veterans through the complex VA bureaucracy to claim benefits related to toxic exposure during military service, the CLE course will review the new issues that have arisen concerning Blue Water and the potential for expansion to Okinawa and Panama. While Veteran Law suffered a setback when they lost a critical Federal Circuit case on the Blue Water Navy, the regulations published by the VA offers hope for a new array of possibilities. More Info

$29

1General Credit
How Magnuson-Moss and UCC Article 2 Apply to Car Warranty Claims: Dealing with Lemons

Lemon law cases have a logic all their own. This CLE course will provide general practitioners with the basic legal concepts necessary to litigate a lemon law case. The course will present express and implied warranties, both under state laws and the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, as well as state Lemon Laws and fraud and state consumer fraud acts. Participants will be advised of the basic conceptual tools to handle these types of cases. More Info

$29

1General Credit
Data Privacy in Higher Education

This CLE course is tailored for attorneys seeking enhanced insight into the distinctive data privacy challenges pertinent to the realm of higher education. Given the multifaceted nature of colleges and universities, adherence to data privacy regulations is paramount, affecting students, staff, alumni, donors, and the institution's operations at large. The course aims to furnish a comprehensive introduction to the intricacies of data privacy within the higher education sector, addressing... More Info

$29

1General Credit
Unusually Important Federal Tax Cases: What Attorneys Need to Know

This CLE program delves into six recent federal taxation cases that hold significant importance for tax attorneys. It offers valuable insights for business law attorneys navigating the complexities of federal taxation. By examining court opinions, participants will gain an understanding of how federal tax law evolves in contrast to legislative and regulatory processes. The cases discussed in this program encompass various taxation topics including: Valuation of family-held S corporat... More Info

$55

2General Credits
The SSA Disability Sequential Evaluation Process

Explore the intricacies of the Social Security Disability Sequential Evaluation Process (SEP) through this comprehensive CLE course. Delve into the five-step evaluative procedure employed by Social Security to determine eligibility for disability benefits. Gain insights into the inner workings of the process, understanding the requisite evidence essential for progressing through each stage. Uncover the potential pitfalls, as we discuss whether a case can be lost at any of the five crucial step... More Info

$29

1General Credit
Anti-Money Laundering Compliance: It's Growing, So Make Sure Your Clients are Covered

The Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) legislative regime underwent sweeping changes because of the passage of the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020 (“AMLA”). This informative CLE course will examine who is covered and address potential questions and answers to this dynamic set of laws. These include the sections of the AMLA of 2020 that are still being put into force, including the coverage of entities that are not traditionally included, the Beneficia... More Info

$29

1.25General Credits
Witches and Guns: The Intersection Between Wicca and The Second Amendment

The issue of religion as it coexists with legal issue is thorny. This CLE course will explore the overlap between the basic principles of the Wiccan religion and the Second Amendment. The course will explain the significance of the relationship between the two as well as provide a clarifying philosophical background. The course will then delve into specific topics and their potential application to practice areas. A unique and fascinating look at a typically ignored topic, the course w... More Info

$29

1General Credit
Pitfalls In The SSA Disability Process: What They Are and How to Avoid Them

Navigating the Social Security Disability process provides a unique opportunity for your client to articulate their narrative in the pursuit of disability benefits. Despite the potential for this journey to be disorderly, exasperating, and occasionally unexpected, this CLE course equips you with practical insights to effectively manage challenges that may arise. Explore strategies for addressing instances where clients inadvertently compromise their case through statements in medical r... More Info

$29

1General Credit
You Can Handle the Truth! An Introduction to the Military Justice System for Civilian Practitioners

Anyone who has seen A Few Good Men has been intrigued by the concepts of military justice. This innovative CLE course, geared toward civilian practitioners who are interested in military courts or want to expand into military defense, will offer a comprehensive overview of the military justice system. The course will present an overview of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (“UCMJ”), the cultural differences between the civilian and military systems, the rights of the accused in th... More Info

$29

1General Credit
Federal Civil Procedure: Practicing Tips for Federal Litigation

The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure seem overwhelming. This CLE course will arm you with the knowledge you need to navigate federal civil litigation and walk into a federal courtroom with confidence. Whether your experience is limited, or you just need to brush up, this CLE course will offer a comprehensive overview of the critical stages of FRCP including removal and jurisdiction, discovery, pleadings, evidentiary and pre-trial issues. The course will offer strategic insight into the... More Info

$29

1General Credit
Commercial Pace, The New Kid On The Block: The Legal Framework For A New Form Of Commercial Real Estate Financing

The Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy Financing (C-PACE) is a new tool for property owners and developers which offers low interest and longer terms with a super-priority lien. It functions like a muni bond but can still be placed in a capital stack. This CLE course will explain the basics of the C-PACE is enabled and describe its legal structure, status and how it can be put to work for your clients from developers, banks, local governments or private owners. More Info

$29

1General Credit
Municipal Law: General Civil Overview

Many people may not realize the significant impact of municipal law on our day-to-day lives. Municipal lawyers play a crucial role in serving various municipal entities, such as cities, towns, boroughs, counties, and special districts. In their practice, municipal attorneys handle a wide spectrum of legal matters, ranging from advising governing authorities to defending against legal claims brought against the municipality. They are also involved in drafting ordinances and managing contracts f... More Info

$29

1General Credit
Learning The Basics of Conducting a Social Security Disability Case

This informative CLE course will provide you with everything you need to know to prove the disability of a client, all the steps leading to a hearing and how to prepare, The course will review the different disability programs and their eligibility requirements. The course will also explain how the Social Security Administration defines disability as well as how to determine the correct application to process and what the application process is like. Appeals for applications that are... More Info

$55

1.5General Credits
Social Security Disability 101: What Attorneys Need to Know From Beginning to End

Social Security Disability Practice contains within it a complex web of processes, challenges and analysis in order to successfully secure benefits for disabled individuals. This CLE course will present a comprehensive overview of the area, including an in-depth examination of the process, the various issues that may arise and how to present effective solutions. The course will offer critical insights into managing the complexities of Social Security Disability, and providing the skill... More Info

$29

1General Credit
Overhaul of Regulatory Capital Requirements Proposed By US Banking Regulators

This CLE course will examine the new, and fairly extensive, list of revisions to the regulatory capital requirements for both large and midsize banking organizations which were jointly proposed by US federal banking regulators. The revisions, which are quite lengthy, would seriously alter the requirements for market, credit, and operational risk, and while many of these revisions have long been anticipated, such as the re-evaluation of use of internal models, others are quite novel, such as th... More Info

$55

1.5General Credits
Establishing Clear Standards for Compliant Pharmaceutical Marketing to Limit Liability for Off-Label Promotion

In recent years, the pharmaceutical and biotech industries have undergone transformative changes, significantly impacting their research-based approaches. This course explores these momentous developments, including the emergence of digital-based health technologies, the integration of real-world experience (RWE) and real-world data (RWD) in the drug approval process, and the widespread dissemination of evolving medical information to a diverse audience. While these advancements offer t... More Info

$29

1General Credit
What If the Government Doesn’t Save My Client’s Bank? Preparing For the Next Bank Crisis

Though extraordinary intervention by the government and private sector protected uninsured depositors, the recent banking system crisis resulted in several failures and a loss of confidence, especially for owners and debtholders who lost everything. The crisis further highlighted that there is no expectation of the government protecting uninsured depositors if another bank fails. This CLE course, presented by a regulatory partner at a prominent law firm, will examine the recent trauma... More Info

$29

1General Credit
War Crimes in The Star Wars Universe Episode V: Conflicts, Disputes and More

In this episode, we will explore the legality of Darth Vader’s droid program under international law and the law of armed conflict as well as its parallels to today’s drone programs. This CLE course will examine the Battle of Hoth, the role of military contractors such as Boba Fett in the law of war, whether Lando Calrissian’s trickery of Luke Skywalker and his friends constitutes a potential war crime, Darth Vader’s questionable treatment of detainees and the legal ramification of Luk... More Info

$29

1General Credit
A Basic Overview of Tennessee Workers' Compensation Law

Offering a comprehensive overview of the Tennessee Workers’ Compensation Act, this informative CLE course will help attorneys navigate the many complexities of filing a worker’s compensation claim in the Tennessee Bureau of Workers’ Compensation and the Tennessee Court of Workers’ Compensation. The course will present information relevant to applicable affirmative defenses as well as how to determine the eventual outcome of a case that is brought before the Tennessee Court of Workers’... More Info

$55

2General Credits
Navigating the SEC and CFTC Whistleblowing Programs

Whistleblower programs are not a particularly well known or understood feature of the various entities which have them, including the SEC, IRS and CFTC. This CLE course will present an overview of these programs including eligibility, anonymity and the whistleblower process. The course will review the steps needed to file a claim with each agency and explain how claims are analyzed. The course will then delve deeper into the various ambiguities in the whistleblower awards process and p... More Info

$29

1General Credit
Recent Constitutional Challenges to Rent Regulations

The Fifth Amendment holds that no person shall be “deprived of … property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation”. Given that, how can state governments require landlords to maintain rents below market levels? Since the 1920’s, this issue has been raised numerous times and also comes down in favor of the government’s authority to regulate rents. This CLE course will analyze recent federal court challenges to the rent l... More Info

$29

1General Credit
Veterans Update: What's New from Congress, The Courts and The VA

The US has been at war for the past three decades. From Kuwait and the former Yugoslavia to Afghanistan, Iraq and Syria, the physical and mental toll on our armed forces has been extraordinary. This CLE course, presented by Commander John Wells, USN (Ret), Chairman of Military-Veterans Advocacy will explain the origin and purpose of the Department of Veteran Affairs, and try to simplify the seemingly endless regulations and procedural issues and potential pitfalls involved in their ope... More Info

$55

1.5General Credits
Fundamental Rights to a Clean, Safe and Healthy Environment: The Case for Green Amendments

Environmental law is constantly in flux these days and its intersection with constitutional law makes for a fascinating study that may prove promising in the area of public interest environmental law and advocacy, specifically fundamental environmental rights. Known as Green Amendments, these are self-executing provisions that may be added to the bill of rights of a constitution which serve to recognize and to protect people’s rights, include people of future generations, to clean wate... More Info

$55

1.5General Credits