Trial Practice/Litigation
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(Get Acrobat) The Changing Face of Commercial Litigation
Summary of Contents: Avoiding the Pitfalls of ESI Spoliation ADRA Blessing or a Curse? Efficient Ways to Get Evidence for a Commercial Trial Hitting the Bulls-EyeTaking the Complexity Out of a Complex Case.
September 26, 2008
MCLE: 5.25 G
CDs/Book: $189 per set
DVDs/Book: $299 per set
Book Only (144 pp): $55
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Make or Break Medical Issues in Litigation
Summary of Contents: Medical Malpractice Dockets: The Ins and Outs Considerations for Choosing Medical Cases Selecting, Hiring, and Working with a Medical Expert Recent Appellate Cases Impacting Medical Negligence Law Interviewing Treating Physicians: State ex rel Grimm v. Ashmanskas - Where Are We Know? Mandamus Demystified Medical Expenses.
May 9, 2008
MCLE: 6.5 G
Audio or CDs/Book: $189 per set
Video or DVDs/Book: $299 per set
Book Only (72 pp): $55
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THE ART OF CROSS-EXAMINING EXPERTS
Summary of Contents: Philosophy of Cross-Examination The Art of Cross-Examining Experts in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice Cases Commercial Cross-Examination: Winning the Battles of the Experts Special Issues Relating to Cross-Examination of Experts in Criminal Cases Cross-Examination of Expert Witnesses in Employment Cases.
November 30, 2007
MCLE: 5.75 G/PS
Audio or CDs/Book: $189 per set
Video or DVDs/Book: $299 per set
Book Only (72 pp): $55
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EVIDENCE: From The Judges
Summary of Contents: Evidence and Hidden Hearsay: The Mysteries of Rule 703 Rule 701: Lay Opinion Testimony Evidence of Unchanged Misconduct: OEC 404(3) and Beyond Hearsay and Prior Statements: The Confluence of FRE 608(b), 613, 801(d)(1), and Specific Contratiction Rule 412: When Is The Victim's Past Sexual Conduct Admissible in Civil and Criminal Cases? Avoiding Common Evidentiary Errors.
November 2, 2007
MCLE: 6 G
Audio or CDs/Book: $189 per set
Video or DVDs/Book: $299 per set
Book Only (154 pp): $55
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[R] COURTROOM PRACTICES BEHIND THE SCENES: Judges' Insights and Emerging Trends
Summary of Contents: Dos and Donts in Arguing Complex Matters to the Court Helping Jurors Do Their Work Jury Reform and Innovations Whos Your Judge? Emerging Issues and Trends in the Trial Courts Getting the Most Mileage Out of Your Motions A Week in the Life of a Presiding Judge.
April 20, 2007
MCLE: 6.75 G
Audio or CDs/Book: $179 per set
Video or DVDs/Book: $299 per set
Book Only (213 pp): $55
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LITIGATION STRATEGIES AND TIPS: Jury Selection and Presentation Skills
Summary of Contents: Jury Selection Jury Selection from the Judges' Perspective A Toolbox of Technology Preserving Your Record for Appeal Presentation Dos and Don'ts from the Judges.
November 17, 2006
MCLE: 7 G
Audio or CDs/Book: $179 per set
Video or DVDs/Book: $299 per set
Book Only (151 pp): $55
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PREPARING YOUR WITNESSES FOR TRIAL: The Key to Winning a Close Case featuring David B. Markowitz
Summary of Contents: Preparing the Witness to Testify Critiquing the Witness Preparation More Tips for Preparing Your Witnesses; Witness Demeanor as Seen from the Bench.
October 27, 2006
MCLE: 3.5 G/PS
Audio or CDs/Book: $139 per set
Video or DVDs/Book:$199 per set
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A DAY WITH THE SUPREMES - CROSSROADS: The Oregon Supreme Court and Appellate Practice in the 21st Century
Summary of Contents: On the Cutting Edge: Recent Decisions on the "Judicial Power" PGE v. BOLI at 13: Awkward Adolescence or on the Smooth Path to Maturity? Round-Up of the Usual Suspects Continuity and Change.
March 17, 2006
MCLE: 5.25 G and 1 E
Audio or CDs/Book: $179 per set
Video or DVDs/Book: $299 per set
Book Only (92 pp): $55
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LITIGATING AUTO ACCIDENT CASES
Summary of Contents: Automobile Cases: What Plaintiffs and Defendants Could Do More Effectively Competitive Advantage in Auto Accident Cases Exemplar Voir Dire The Basics of Accident Reconstruction Injury Biomechanics of Motor Vehicle Accidents Computer-Generated Animation and Simulation Evidence Bringing it Home Closing Arguments.
March 17, 2006
MCLE: 7.25 G/PS
Audio or CDs/Book: $179 per set
Video or DVDs/Book: $299 per set
Book Only (127 pp): $55
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ADVANCED FEDERAL PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
Summary of Contents: Local Rules: Everything You Should Know Effectively Drafting and Opposing Attorney Fee Motions Summary Judgment Procedure, Part I: Concise Statements of Material Fact Summary Judgment Procedure, Part II: Avoiding Tactical and Evidentiary Mistakes Persuasive Use of Courtroom Technology The Challenge of Drafting Clear and Acceptable Jury Instructions and Verdict Forms Maximizing the Benefit of Settlement Conferences Ethical Issues in Complex Litigation.
February 17, 2006
MCLE: 5.75 G/PS and .75 E
Audio or CDs/Book: $185 per set
Book Only (339 pp) $55
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[R] EVIDENCE FROM THE JUDGES
Summary of Contents: Privileges and Waiver Evidence Issues During Jury Selection and Opening Statements Character, Habit, and Reputation - Can You Keep Them Straight? Oldies But Goldies: Brown, O'Key and the Daubert Trilogy - Lay and Expert Opinion Testimony Hearsay Evidence in Action.
November 18, 2005
MCLE: 6.25 G/PS
Audio or CDs/Book: $179 per set
Video or DVDs/Book: $299 per set
Book Only (121 pp): $55
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PRESENTING AND DEFENDING MEDICAL ISSUES IN PERSONAL INJURY CASES
Summary of Contents: Doctors' Perspectives Hiring and Preparing the Medical Expert Demystifying Medical Records and Assessing the Use of Life Care Plans Judicial Perspective on Effective and Ineffective Presentation of Medical Evidence Unique Considerations for Mediation of Significant Medical-Based Cases Structuring Funds for Injured Clients with Future Medical Needs Plaintiff and Defense Perspective on How to Present Medical Issues to the Jury.
September 30, 2005
MCLE: 6.5 G
Audio or CDs/Book: $179 per set
Video or DVDs/Book: $299 per set
Book Only (167 pp): $55
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DEPOSITION TECHNIQUES featuring David B. Markowitz
Summary of Contents: Deposition Goals How to Ask Questions What to Ask Important Questioning Techniques Dealing with the Lying Witness Dealing with the Witness Who Claims to Know Too Little Getting it All Deposition Thoroughness When to Stop Asking Questions Defending Depositions Overcoming Obstructions Preparing the Video Deposition Tape for Use at Trial.
April 22, 2005
MCLE: 5 G/PS
Audio/Book: $169 per set
Video/Book: $299 per set
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EFFECTIVE LITIGATION OF ATTORNEY FEE CLAIMS AND DEFENSES
Summary of Contents: Oregon Attorney Fees Litigation: Recent Developments Attorney Fee Litigation in Federal Court: Trends and Recent Developments Developing a Strategy for Success: The Claimants Perspective Litigating Attorney Fee Claims: Defense Strategies The Advocates Mediation Checklist: Tips, Tricks, Traps and Tools.
April 1, 2005
MCLE: 6.25 G
Audio/Book: $169 per set
Video/Book: $299 per set
Book Only (135 pp): $49
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ESTABLISHING AND ENHANCING YOUR TRIAL TECHNIQUES: Strategies, Skills, and Pitfalls to Avoid
Summary of Contents: New Technologies for the Presentation of Trial Exhibits Pre-trial Motions; Making Your Record Jury Selection Opening Statements Direct and Cross-Examination Ten Commandments on the Use and Abuse of Experts Closing Arguments from the Plaintiff and Defense Perspectives Verdicts and Jury Instructions Understanding Bias in Civil Litigation.
October 8, 2004
MCLE: 5.75 G and 1 E/B
Audio/Book: $169 per set
Video/Book $299 per set
Book Only (130 pp): $49
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PREPARING YOUR WITNESSES FOR TRIAL featuring David B. Markowitz
Summary of Contents: Preparing the Witness to Testify Critiquing the Witness Preparation More Tips for Preparing Your Witnesses; Witness Demeanor as Seen from the Bench.
June 2004
MCLE: 3.5 G/PS
Audio/Book: $139 per set
Video/Book:$199 per set
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WINNING THE COMPLEX AUTO CASE
Summary of Contents: Tips from the Masters Handling the Complex Auto Case Case Investigation - Getting It Right from the Start Current Trends in Tort Recovery Offsets ERISA and Non-ERISA Plans The Science of Auto Crashes Persuasion with Accident Reconstruction Voir Dire Lawyers Are from Mars, Jurors Are from Venus UM,UIM, and PIP Sorting Out the Mess Tips From the Judges Their Top Ten Mistakes to Avoid at Trial.
April 16, 2004
MCLE: 6.5 G
Audio/Book: $169 per set
Video/Book: $299 per set
Book Only (140 pp): $49
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MEDIATION AND ARBITRATION IN OREGON
Summary of Contents: The Landscape of ADR ▪ Effective Mediation Strategies ▪ Effective Mediation Strategies ▪ Effective MediationFrom the Perspective of Experience Trial Lawyers ▪ Private and Court-Sponsored Mediation: The Difference and Similarities ▪ Mediation in Federal Court ▪ Why Arbitrate? ▪ The Pros and Cons of Arbitrating Under the Auspices of an Arbitration Service Provider ▪ Doing an Arbitration.
April 2, 2004
MCLE: 6.25 G
Audio/Book: $169 per set
Video/Book: $299 per set
Book only (139 pp): $49
FBA FEDERAL PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE
Summary of Contents: Federal Court: Should You or Shouldnt You? Lewis and Clark Discover Federal Court: What Do They Find? Can You (They) Make This Case Go Away? Part I Rules, Rules, Rules Can You (They) Make This Case Go Away? Part II Creating the Persuasive Argument Key Evidence Rules and Tactics: An Update Avoiding Pretrial Panic: What Do You Have to Do? The Case Didnt Go Away: Now What? Preserving Your Right to an Appeal: From Beginning to End Professionalism in Federal Court.
March 31, 2004
MCLE: 7 G/PS and .5 E
Book Only (364 pp): $55
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[R] JUDGMENT DAY FOR LITIGATORS
Summary of Contents: Overview of New Legislation Drafting Judgments After January 1, 2004 Appealing Judgments After January 1, 2004 Judgments on Appeal: Stays and Bonds Tips to Take Away Judgment Day for Divorce Attorneys.
December 12, 2003
MCLE: 3 G
Audio/Book: $85 per set
Video/Book: $125 per set
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[R] OREGON EVIDENCE 2003
Summary of Contents: Oregon Evidence Update Evidentiary Issues in Employment Discrimination Cases Electronic Evidence Preserving Error Scientific Evidence Character Evidence Evidentiary Issues and Victims Rights.
November 14, 2003
MCLE: 6.75 G
Audio/Book: $159 per set
Video/Book: $299 per set
Book Only (188 pp): $49
[R] MEDICAL ISSUES FOR LITIGATORS
Summary of Contents: IME Issues from the Perspective of the Examiner Understanding and Evaluating Cancer Cases Understanding and Evaluating Obstetrical and Gynecological Cases Primer on HIPAA Update on Recent Cases and Legislative Changes Where Is the Outer Edge of the Envelope with IMEs?
June 20, 2003
MCLE: 6 G
Audio/Book: $169 per set
Video/Book: $299 per set
Book Only (149 pp): $49
[R] SUCCESSFUL PROSECUTION AND DEFENSE OF CLAIMS FOR ATTORNEY FEES
Summary of Contents: Significant Recent Developments in Oregon Case Law Regarding Attorney Fee Claims Attorney Fee Claims and Defenses in the United States District Court for the District of Oregon Advocating Attorney Fee Issues in Circuit Court: What Really Works? The Motions Panel of the Oregon Court of Appeals: Evaluating Appellate Strategies Regarding Attorney Fee Claims Practical Approaches to Ethical Issues in Attorney Fee Litigation.
April 25, 2003
MCLE: 4.75 G and 1 E
Audio/Book: $169 per set
Video/Book: $299 per set
Book Only (90 pp): $49
BASICS OF TRIAL PRACTICE: Practical Advice from Judges and Experienced Litigators
Summary of Contents: How to Decide Whether to Take a Case The Case Is in the Door How to Make It Move Forward Six Weeks to Six Hours Before Trial Tips from Judges The Trial Practical Considerations from Experienced Litigators.
October 2000
MCLE: Note: The audiotapes and video tapes for this program contain valuable information. However, because this program is older than 5 years, it may not meet the Oregon State Bar requirements for obtaining MCLE credits.
Audio/Book: $149 per set
Video/Book: $295 per set
Book Only (112 pp): $49
THE LANGUAGE OF MEDICINE: A Primer of Medical Terminology and Procedures for the Legal Profession
Summary of Contents: Medical Terminology Musculoskeletal System Cardiovascular System Renal and Respiratory System Gastrointestinal System Pharmacology and Endocrine System Reproductive System Cancer Therapy Nervous System Eye and Ear Imaging and Radiology Psychiatry.
January-April 2000
MCLE: Note: The audiotapes and video tapes for this program contain valuable information. However, because this program is older than 5 years, it may not meet the Oregon State Bar requirements for obtaining MCLE credits.
Audio/Book: $359 per set
Video/Book: $599 per set
THE BASICS OF HANDLING AN AUTO CASE
Summary of Contents: Case Intake and Investigation Discovery: Production Requests Through Depositions Low Impact Collisions: Fact and Fiction Settling Auto Injury Cases: Dos and Donts The Basics of Traffic Accident Reconstruction Understanding and Working with PIP Taking the Mystery Out of Mediation: Practical Tips on How to Mediate Successfully Legislative and Caselaw Update; New Twists on Not-So-Old Rules Top Ten Case Killers.
December 1999
MCLE: Note: The audiotapes and video tapes for this program contain valuable information. However, because this program is older than 5 years, it may not meet the Oregon State Bar requirements for obtaining MCLE credits.
Audio/Book: $149 per set
Video/Book: $295 per set
Book Only (100 pp): $49
MORE ADVANCED SKILLS FOR TRIAL LAWYERS
Summary of Contents: Jurors Pet PeevesThe View from the Bench How Criminal Lawyers Try Cases Keeping Your Verdict Arguing Your Case Visually Right from the Start Lessons To Be Learned from the Business Litigator The Real Purposes of Opening and Closing Statements Developing and Proving Punitive Damages Proving and Preventing Large Awards.
October 1999
MCLE: Note: The audiotapes and video tapes for this program contain valuable information. However, because this program is older than 5 years, it may not meet the Oregon State Bar requirements for obtaining MCLE credits.
Audio/Book: $135 per set
Video/Book: $295 per set
Book Only (147 pp): $45
EFFECTIVE MEDICAL EVIDENCE
Summary of Contents: Neuro-AnatomyBrain, Spinal Cord, and Peripheral Nerves; The Neurological Examination Terminology and Understanding Medical Records How to Resolve Disputes Between Physicians and Lawyers Internet Resources Presenting Medical EvidenceWhat Works and What Doesn't The Realities of Medical Malpractice Litigation: The Carrier's Perspective.
June 1998
MCLE: Note: The audiotapes and video tapes for this program contain valuable information. However, because this program is older than 5 years, it may not meet the Oregon State Bar requirements for obtaining MCLE credits.
Audio/Book: $135 per set
Video/Book: $295 per set
Book Only (177 pp): $75
HANDLING CLAIMS FOR MINOR AND DISABLED PLAINTIFFS
Summary of Contents: Judges' Perspective Representing Minor and Incapacitated Clients Tips and Traps When Plaintiff Is Receiving Government Assistance Trusts Protecting the Workers CompensationMoney: Structuring Your Settlement Getting the Best Recovery for Your ClientLiens and Other Recovery Issues Increasing the Pot: Economic Damages Real Life Cases: Do's and Don'ts
April 1998
MCLE: Note: The audiotapes and video tapes for this program contain valuable information. However, because this program is older than 5 years, it may not meet the Oregon State Bar requirements for obtaining MCLE credits.
Audio/Book: $135 per set
Video/Book: $295 per set
Book Only (177 pp): $45
MEDICAL EDUCATION FOR LAWYERS
Audio/Video cover the following medical specialities: Gross Anatomy Radiology Orthopedics Part I General Surgery Neurology Internal Medicine Chronic Pain Management Orthopedics Part II Psychiatry Emergency Services Plastic Surgery Hospital Administration.
Book Table of Contents: Medical Discovery Access to Medical Information Use of Experts in Medical Cases Independent Medical Examinations Voir Dire The Medical Witness the Judge's Perspective Special Hearsay in the Use of Medical Evidence Scientific Evidence Demonstrative Evidence of Injuries Recovering for Psychological Injuries.
Jan.-Apr. 1996
MCLE: Note: The audiotapes and video tapes for this program contain valuable information. However, because this program is older than 5 years, it may not meet the Oregon State Bar requirements for obtaining MCLE credits.
Audio/Book: $270 per set
Video/Book: $470 per set
Book Only (154 pp): $45
MCLE Credits:
(G) General
(PS) Practical Skills
(G/PS) General or Practical Skills
(E) Ethics
(EB) Elimination of Bias (Diversity)
(CA) Child Abuse
[R] Reciprocity: This seminar meets the qualifications for credit necessary to fulfill the MCLE requirements for reciprocal admission to the Oregon State Bar.
MCLE Credits apply to Audio/Book or Video/Book Sets only.
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