Washington MCLE - Personal Injury Courses
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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
$291Law & Legal Proc. -
Some Lessons From The Gwyneth Paltrow Ski Collision Case
A trial about a ski accident would not normally make the news, but when one party is Gwyneth Paltrow, every minute of the trial is cause for a media frenzy. At the end of March, 2023, the case of Gwyneth Paltrow v Terry Sanderson went to trial to determine who was at fault in a ski crash at Deer Valley ski resort in Utah. The case seemed to be a simple incident of a collision course on a ski slope in which Mr. Sanderson alleged that Ms. Paltrow skied into his back, knocking him down,... More Info
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Tell it Straight, Keep it Straight, Drink it Straight - Practicing Ethics in the Personal Injury Practice
This informative CLE course will address the application of ABA Model Rules 1.4, 1.7, 1.8 and 1.15 in personal injury law. The course will emphasize clear communication with clients, the importance of safeguarding client information and property and managing conflicts of interest. Tips and strategies for effectively balancing these ethical responsibilities, particularly in scenarios that involve complex relationships between drivers and passengers, and how to manage insurance settlem... More Info
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The Interplay Between Working and SSA Disability
How does the Social Security Disability Program resolve benefit eligibility with those who continue to work? Can you retain your benefits even if you continue working? Presented by Freddie Effinger, attorney and owner of Effinger Law, LLC and practitioner with over 13 years’ experience in disability law work, this CLE course explains these issues as well as the “Ticket to Work” program and its impact on those who seek to test their ability to work without losing their disability benef... More Info
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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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Understanding Generic Drug Antitrust Litigation: A Look at “Pay For Delay” and FTC v. Actavis
The market for generic pharmaceuticals has grown tremendously over the years and this growth is one that brand name companies are not happy about. In the 2013 Federal Trade Commission v. Actavis, Inc., 570 U.S. , 133 S. Ct. 2,rns (2013), the US Supreme Court determined that a “pay for delay” or “reverse payment” agreement between a brand name and generic pharmaceutical company, effectively delaying generic entry, may be in violation of anti-trust laws and identified a number of factors that lo... More Info
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When One Door Closes: A Primer on Automatic Door Cases for the Premises Liability Practitioner
Doors are a seemingly innocuous element of our day-to-day lives. Yet surprisingly, they cause frequent damage to patrons of businesses, residences and medical complexes. The liability issues that may result from the simple installation of a door are numerous and attorneys cannot afford to be lulled into a belief that store operators or building owners don’t bear responsibility. This CLE course, designed for personal injury attorneys as well as others, will offer a detailed, introductor... More Info
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Aggressive Presentation of Medical Evidence, and Other Trial Tips from a Veteran Defense Lawyer
Many in the legal field believe that jurors are swayed by emotions, bias and personal preference. This hour-long CLE course will make the case that what most influences jurors is the evidence. The course will use that as the basis for a presentation on why medical professionals should testify about critical chart entries bearing on liability, damages and proximate causes as well as the benefit of medical evidence obtained from the original author versus an expert. The course will explain the r... More Info
$291.25Law & Legal Proc. -
Criminal Dog Bite Cases for Law Enforcement, Animal Control, Prosecutors and Judges
Dog bite cases might not seem common, but they cause disruptions to public safety. Dog bites can happen to anyone and they can have tragic consequences. Presented by a former prosecutor with years of experience in the area, this CLE course will explain the role of public safety and animal control officers as well as law enforcement and prosecutors in ensuring the safety of the community from both reckless owners and stray dogs. More Info
$291.25Law & Legal Proc. -
Crossing State and International Lines for Discovery and Enforcement of Judgments
Crossing jurisdictional boundaries for the purpose of discovery during litigation as well as the enforcement of judgements that may therefore arise, has existed since the rise of modern commerce. This CLE course will present a historical overview of the development of the crossing of jurisdictional boundaries as it has evolved in the Western world in order to prepare attorneys to diplomatically navigate their cases today. The course will also offer practical resources for pract... More Info
$291.25Law & Legal Proc.
