Government Claims & Military Law CLE Courses
NBI offers a complete library of Government Claims & Military Law CLE courses addressing key legal issues, developments, and leading practices for attorneys in all stages of their practice.
Constitutional LawFastTrackTrump's First 100 Days: The Shakeups, Shifts, and What's Next
Trying to stay on top of the flurry of executive orders and other developments? You can't afford to miss this course! Join our distinguished faculty as they unpack the executive orders and policy shifts from the first 100 days of Trump's 2025 presidency, as well as their immediate and long-term legal implications. Prepare for what's to come - register today! Stay informed of Trump's latest actions on trade and tariffs. Get up to speed on federal workforce updates and reversals of DEI initiatives. Bring yourself up to date on climate, energy, and environmental changes.
Live Online + OnDemandApr 11, 3:00 PM
Firearms LawFoundations of Firearms Law
Are you up to date on the latest court decisions affecting firearms law? What are the top compliance traps that take attorneys by surprise? Do you feel confident in your ability to navigate a self-defense case? In this introductory program, our industry experts answer these questions and more as they equip you with a foundational knowledge of firearms law. Don't miss out - register today! Stay informed of critical firearms regulations. Review the purchasing requirements for Title 1 and Title 2 firearms. Hear new updates concerning background checks and mental health issues. Take a pulse on the latest trends and court decisions in firearms law. Break down the basics of concealed carry law.
Recorded March 24, 2025.OnDemand6 hours
Best SellerDisability & Social SecurityAdvanced SSDI Tactics for the Toughest-to-Prove Claims
Most SSDI claims are far from the clear-cut impairment listing approval. This non-adversarial practice requires the evidence skills of a seasoned litigator when supporting claims. This course skips the basics and focuses on the toughest-to-prove aspects of the claims that have the potential to turn a "maybe" into a "most likely." Give every client a fighting chance - register today! Explore better ways to demonstrate "objective medical evidence" of chronic pain. Tackle ADHD, anxiety and depression, and autoimmune disorder claims with confidence. Learn essential knowledge pertaining to representation of workers aged 55-67. Make sure your clients who qualify for expedited claim procedure get their chance to be heard. Find new in-roads when significant impairment due to depression doesn't quite meet the listing. Study complex ethical quandaries and discover how to stay within the lines.
Recorded April 03, 2025.OnDemand5 hours 52 minutes
Local Government LawHelping Clients Draft RFPs
Requests for proposals (RFPs) are a critical way for governments and private businesses to announce their projects and hire the right contractors. This short guide will give you specific guidance for improving outcomes and attracting the best candidates who'll help bring projects to life. Improve your approaches - register today! Determine how much and what kind of background information to include. Outline the statement of work clearly. Set critical timeline and deliverable parameters.
Recorded March 12, 2025.OnDemand 58 minutes
Best SellerImmigration4.31Immigration Law From Start to Finish
From ever-changing immigration policies to delays in visa processing times, immigration law is filled with obstacles that require careful preparation and navigation. In this program, our faculty explore the nuances of immigration law and offer seasoned insights for providing your clients with the best possible representation. Adopt best practices for preparing applications for non-immigrant and immigrant visas, refine your understanding of the naturalization process, and formulate strategies for immigration court. Register today! Explore significant immigration regulations and laws. Identify key steps to take to obtain a non-immigrant visa. Examine best practices for obtaining employment- and family-based visas. Learn the fundamentals of asylum law. Make sure you understand basic immigration court procedures.
Recorded July 24, 2024.OnDemand5 hours 55 minutes
Elder LawPre- and Post-Placement Medicaid Appeals: Correcting Errors and Improving Outcomes
Depending on their current placement, different options are available to appeal Medicaid coverage denial and to improve the claimant's outcomes. This practical legal course will address the appeal, brief, and hearing procedures, as well as specific guidance for improving outcomes. Whether your client is facing nursing home "eviction" for COVID-era self-reported eligibility or is in early-stage dementia looking to correct mistakes in initial application, our faculty will give you valuable guidance for your next course of action. Register today! Explore top pre-planning issues, including improper use of trusts, mistakes in application, and intent to return home. Discover how to challenge "medically necessary" care assessment and increase services coverage. Adopt best practices for drafting Medicaid hearing briefs and get guidance on fair hearing procedures.
Recorded March 10, 2025.OnDemand2 hours 53 minutes
Elder LawMedicaid Planning Perils: Spousal POAs and Asset Transfer Traps
Spousal Powers of Attorney (POAs) and asset transfer mistakes can create significant legal and financial setbacks, especially when Medicaid eligibility is on the line. Join our experienced faculty as they reveal the top missteps that can unravel Medicaid planning and estate plans. Gain expert knowledge on what NOT to do, and discover sound strategies for drafting spousal POAs and executing asset transfers without jeopardizing benefits. Protect your clients and their spouses by navigating the complexities of Medicaid planning with confidence - register today!
Recorded February 13, 2025.OnDemand1 hour 31 minutes
Elder Law4.6Military and VA Benefits Guide for Attorneys 2024-2025: Pensions, Disability, Employment, and More
Help your clients obtain military and veterans benefits they deserve! Whether you're representing your first client with a military service record, or are a VA-accredited benefits representative, this legal guide is for you. Accredited attorney faculty will share the latest VA benefits coverage and eligibility updates, walk you through pension and disability claim forms and procedures, offer their tips for obtaining discharge papers and other military records, and more. Help veterans and their loved ones improve their lives - register today! Get experienced practitioners' advice for communicating with the government to obtain and correct records. Review employment reinstatement rules to advocate for servicemembers returning from active duty. Prepare a complete Aid & Attendance claim packet to minimize delays and denials. Gain practical tips for top discharge upgrade claims, including TBI and "don't ask don't tell" issues. Learn how to get VA accreditation.
Recorded December 16, 2024.OnDemand2 hours 55 minutes
Disability & Social SecuritySocial Security: New Rules and Challenges
Are you up to date on the latest SSRs and procedural changes affecting your cases? Do you have all the tools and knowledge you need to navigate the changing evidence submission rules and rules of representative conduct? Let our expert faculty help you clear up some of the latest problem areas facing SSDI attorneys and representatives. Register today! Get an incisive update on the rules of representative conduct to make certain all your practices are up to date. Explore the latest POMS changes and their effect on your clients' claims. Power up your hearing tactics with the latest updates on vocational expert examinations. Learn the ins and outs of the EAJA fees to make certain you're compensated for your hard work.
Recorded December 20, 2024.OnDemand5 hours 47 minutes
Constitutional Law4.67Police Liability: Legal Rights, Responsibilities, and Risks
Rising case numbers, straining police budgets, and building public pressure make police liability particularly challenging today. This practical legal guide addresses key areas of liability, current case trends, risk mitigation strategies, and claim tactics presented by experienced attorney faculty. Prepare to navigate complex situations with knowledge and grace. Register today! Clarify the sources and evolving boundaries of qualified immunity. Hear how "excessive force" is defined in the latest court rulings. Zero in on citizen rights and top risks in common law enforcement interactions. Build stronger cases with hard-won advice from seasoned attorneys. Discuss bodycam usage in risk mitigation and claims.
Recorded December 17, 2024.OnDemand5 hours 52 minutes
Disability & Social Security4.44Social Security Disability: Top Denial Reasons and What to Do
Obtaining SSDI benefits for clients is getting harder. Approval rates are dropping, claims grow more complex, and the clients are the ones paying the price. This troubleshooting guide walks through the common claim denial reasons and offers practical solutions for improving outcomes. Let our expert faculty help you clear up some of the top problems facing SSDI attorneys and representatives. Register today! Assess each case's chances of success, especially when it involves intermittent conditions. Overcome cultural and language barriers in obtaining all the claim-supporting information. Address prior claim denials and prevent them from affecting the current claim. Explain gaps and discrepancies in medical records. Protect your professional reputation and do right by your clients with a legal ethics guide tailored to SSDI practice problems.
Recorded November 19, 2024.OnDemand5 hours 55 minutes
Ethics & Specialty Credits4.33Legal Ethics for Government Law Attorneys
Government attorneys' ethical requirements are legion. This legal briefing breaks down key areas of concern and offers best practices for compliance. From addressing gifts and honoraria to limitations on political activity, you'll get clear answers to some of the practice's murkiest questions. Register today! Steer clear of conflicts of interest with a current analysis of Model Rule 1.11. Identify common mistakes in use of government resources. Prevent practices that can lead to breach of trust. Learn how to guard confidentiality in the age of leaks.
Recorded October 03, 2023.OnDemand 58 minutes
Government Claims & Military LawFastTrackFalse Claims Act Frenzy: The Rising Wave of Claims and Aggressive Enforcement
The numbers of FCA claims and qui tam actions have been increasing in recent years. With heightened whistleblower activity and aggressive DOJ enforcement, that upward trend is not expected to break for 2025. This program will bring you up to speed with the latest developments so you can provide clients with up-to-the-minute legal guidance. Register today! Reveal DOJ priorities and patterns for FCA investigations and enforcement. Unpack the US v. Regeneron ruling and implications of adopting the "but-for" causation standard in FCA cases. Review the impacts of the Supreme Court's decisions in SuperValu and Wisconsin Bell.
Live Online + OnDemandApr 28, 2:00 PM
Disability & Social SecurityImproving SSDI Claim Outcomes for Office Workers
The U.S. economy has shifted to more office-based work, and SSDI claims are following this trend. Do you have the best tools and know-how to give your sedentary work cases the best chance of success? Tailor your work to the specific demands of proving repetitive stress, chronic pain, and surging mental health impairments. Our experienced faculty will share how they approach these types of cases and what's worked and hasn't for them in the past. Hone your skills - register today! Learn what claim-supporting data to highlight in the claimant's employment history and past work attempts. Effectively illustrate limitations of daily living activities and address questionable findings. Hear the latest update on how the Grids are applied to determine benefits in sedentary claims. Tackle the relevance of vocational expert findings head-on. Protect your professional reputation with practical guidance on handling harmful evidence and protecting confidentiality.
Recorded February 18, 2025.OnDemand5 hours 52 minutes
Government Claims & Military LawA Comprehensive Guide to Federal Procurement for Small Businesses
This program will be available after October 15, 2024. Navigating the complex landscape of federal procurement can be daunting, especially for small businesses. This comprehensive course equips you with the essential knowledge and strategies to successfully compete for federal government contracts. By the end of this course, you'll be well-prepared to capitalize on the vast potential of federal government contracting. Don't wait - register today! Learn the essentials of federal government procurement law. Explore federal procurement issues pertaining to small businesses. Discover regulatory and statutory updates that affect small business government contracting. Delve into the complexities of federal government bidding procedures. Dive into federal government bid protest practice and procedure.
Recorded October 15, 2024.OnDemand6 hours 4 minutes
