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This webcast series is designed to serve as a companion to Minnesota CLE's Business Disputes: Claims and Remedies Deskbook. These webcasts allow you to hear directly from the authors of eleven different chapters while providing the unique opportunity to interact with them regarding the material. Choose the individual topics that interest you most or take advantage of significant discounting with a complete series purchase. Either way, you will receive complimentary access to the electronic version of the deskbook as a bonus for attending. Don’t wait – sign up today!
ADDED BENEFIT:Times listed are Central Time.
Tuesday, February 4, 2020
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Business Disputes: Common Law Fraudulent Misrepresentation and Negligent Misrepresentation
Join Michael Krauss for a closer look at the common law claims of fraudulent and negligent misrepresentation, with a primary focus on intentional misstatements or omissions. In addition to exploring the elements, this presentation will also discuss strategies that plaintiffs and defendants can use to build their case and tell their story.
– Michael M. Krauss; Greenberg Traurig, LLP
Thursday, February 6, 2020
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Business Disputes: Trade Secrets
Join Forrest and Shannon as they lay out the basic framework of trade secret claims, defenses, and remedies, as well as suggested approaches for presenting or defending trade secret cases at trial.
– Forrest K. Tahdooahnippah; Dorsey & Whitney LLP
– Shannon Bjorklund; Dorsey & Whitney LLP
Thursday, February 6, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Business Disputes: Noncompetition Agreements – The “Reasonable” Restraint of Trade
Despite strong legislative proscriptions against the restraint of trade, the judiciary has created common law exceptions to the ethic that favors open competition. These exceptions often vary depending on the jurisdiction. In this presentation, Bill, Sarah, and Melissa provide an overview of the factors that Minnesota courts look at when determining the validity and enforceability of restrictive covenants.
– William Z. Pentelovitch; Maslon LLP
– Sarah A. Horstmann; Maslon LLP
– Melissa Muro LaMere; Maslon LLP
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Business Disputes: Statutory Fraud Laws
This presentation examines the scope of Minnesota’s three primary statutory fraud laws – the Consumer Fraud Act, the False Statements in Advertising Act, and the Uniform Deceptive Trade Practices Act – while laying out the requirements for establishing liability in a private action for each of them.
– Aaron D. Van Oort; Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
– Rory Collins; Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
– Bryan Washburn; Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Business Disputes: Credit and Collections
All Minnesota businesses and individuals face potential contractual, tort, and statutory liability when they extend credit or when they collect debts. In this presentation, Joe Windler covers four federal statutory schemes that focus on the legality of certain credit transactions and debt collection as well as the state usury statute.
– Joseph M. Windler; Winthrop & Weinstine P.A.
– Andrew Escher; Winthrop & Weinstine P.A.
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Business Disputes: Tortious Interference
Minnesota recognizes two claims for tortious interference with business relationships: (1) tortious interference with an existing contract; and (2) tortious interference with prospective economic advantage. This presentation summarizes Minnesota case law regarding the elements of, defenses to, and damages available to a plaintiff who prevails on these claims.
– Jeffrey J. Bouslog; Fox Rothschild LLP
– Patrick M. Fenlon; Fox Rothschild LLP
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Business Disputes: Lost Profit Damages in Business Tort Actions
This presentation is a replay of a webcast originally presented November 26, 2019
Lost profits are one of the most complex damage claims to prove and defend against in commercial litigation. Practitioners need to be able to understand and articulate the underlying theory of damages, to identify and employ the relevant evidence, and to effectively use experts to tell their damages story. This distinguished group of presenters will provide practical guidance on litigating lost profits claims by addressing the following:
– Jeffrey W. Post; Fredrikson & Byron, P.A.
– Joseph Kenyon; Schechter Dokken Kanter CPAs
– Wade S. Davis; Minnesota State University – Mankato (replay moderator)
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Business Disputes: RICO
In this presentation, Jeff Grell will introduce the underlying concepts behind the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) as he provides a high-level summary of the elements of a RICO claim.
– Jeffrey E. Grell; Grell, Feist PLC
Wednesday, February 19, 2020
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Business Disputes: Unfair Trade Practices
This presentation focuses on claims for false advertising under the Lanham Act and Minnesota’s Uniform Deceptive Trade Practices Act. Leora and Mary will also briefly address claims for false advertising under Minnesota’s False Statements in Advertising Act and under the common law.
– Leora M. Maccabee; Maslon LLP
– Mary Heath; Maslon LLP
Wednesday, February 19, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Business Disputes: Franchise Law
The practice of franchise law involves an eclectic group of laws, most of which do not apply exclusively to franchising. What is unique to franchising are the state laws and regulations and Federal Trade Commission regulations that make it a regulated business. These unique laws and regulations, especially the Minnesota Franchise Act, are the principal focus of this presentation.
– Kerry L. Bundy; Faegre Baker Daniels LLP
– Nick R. Rotchadl; Faegre Baker Daniels LLP
Friday, February 21, 2020
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Business Disputes: False Statements in a Business Context
This presentation covers three types of “false statement” torts: business defamation, product disparagement, and false advertising. Each of these torts has unique elements and issues that arise in litigation. Join Dan and Nicole as they break down each of these claims and provide insight on how to effectively handle the unique issues that they present.
– Daniel Oberdorfer; Stinson LLP
– Nicole L. Faulkner; Stinson LLP
$325
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This package provides 11.0 total CLE credits. Credits should be reported individually for each webcast attended, not the package as a whole.
Minnesota CLE has applied to the Minnesota State Board of CLE for the standard, ethics, and elimination of bias CLE credits as listed below. Application has been made to the Minnesota State Bar Association for any "specialist" credits and to the Supreme Court ADR Program for any continuing education in ADR credits.
Click titles for credit status and individual event codes.
Business Disputes: Common Law Fraudulent Misrepresentation and Negligent Misrepresentation
1.0 standard CLE credit
Business Disputes: Trade Secrets
1.0 standard CLE credit
Business Disputes: Noncompetition Agreements – The “Reasonable” Restraint of Trade
1.0 standard CLE credit
Business Disputes: Statutory Fraud Laws
1.0 standard CLE credit
Business Disputes: Credit and Collections
1.0 standard CLE credit
Business Disputes: Tortious Interference
1.0 standard CLE credit
Business Disputes: Lost Profit Damages in Business Tort Actions
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 civil trial specialist credit
Business Disputes: RICO
1.0 standard CLE credit
Business Disputes: Unfair Trade Practices
1.0 standard CLE credit
Business Disputes: Franchise Law
1.0 standard CLE credit
Business Disputes: False Statements in a Business Context
1.0 standard CLE credit
