Virgin Islands CLE - Government and Military Courses
This is a listing of Government and Military CLE Courses for Virgin Islands. Please make your selection below of Virgin Islands CLE courses. Click "Add To Cart" to purchase Individual CLE Courses. For more information about a particular CLE course, click on the "More Info" link. Click the "Preview" button to view a short preview of the course.
Virgin Islands CLE
Accreditation Info
United Institute for Continuing Legal Education offers CLE courses accredited in many states throughout the country. Attorneys licensed in the Virgin Islands may earn 20 credit hours with us. To view our full accreditation details please .
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The New Wave of Benzene Litigation: Class Actions
Traditionally, the plaintiffs in benzene personal injury litigation have alleged that their use of paints, solvents, varnishes, and other petroleum-based products caused them to develop blood cancers. When in 2021, benzene was found in deodorants, sunscreens, and other personal care products, consumer class action cases were filed in federal district courts in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Ohio, South Carolina, Florida, Illinois, Missouri, California, and Ore... More Info
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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
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Trends in Property Law Post-Pandemic
The world of real estate is constantly changing and has undergone tremendous upheaval in the last few years, largely as a result of COVID-19. This CLE course will cover the most recent developments in New York property law with a focus on eviction proceedings, both residential and commercial and from the perspectives of both landlords and tenants. The course will present litigation techniques including cause, motions, trial practice and evidentiary issues and will also cover foreclosure litigati... More Info
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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
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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
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What You and Your Clients Need to Know About the USPTO’s Post-Registration Audit
Deadwood refers to registration for marks that are not in use in commerce. Over the past few years, removing this deadwood from the Trademark Register has become an important priority for the USPTO. In recent years they instituted a permanent post-registration audit program requiring trademark registration filing a Declaration of Use to submit proof of use for two additional items in each class beyond the product for which a specimen was submitted. This CLE course will explain the post... More Info
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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
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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
$291General 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
$291.25General Credits -
Handling Liens in Personal Injury Cases
Statutory liens are part of every personal injury case. Known as “leeches” in the industry, these are often state-specific. This CLE course, designed for practiced as well as new attorneys, will approach the issue from a general standpoint and will focus primarily on those typically encountered in standard practice. The course will address ERISA, Medicaid, and Medicare and will offer a topical outline as well as reference to the continually updated manuals that are most helpful... More Info
$291.25General Credits
