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Overview
Tackling Social Security Offets: How to Better Advocate for Your Clients
Managing Social Security offsets in workers' compensation is like a puzzle; just as one missing puzzle piece can throw off the final picture, one miscalculation could mean the difference between full benefits or financial loss. Are you confident in your understanding of SSDI offsets? In this essential course, our esteemed practitioners delve into the complexities of Social Security offsets in workers' compensation. Review key formulas used to calculate offsets for lump-sum settlements, find out how to determine potential Social Security benefits, and much more. Hone your skills - register today!
- Get a quick refresher of what offsets are and how they work in different jurisdictions.
- Explore different ways to calculate Social Security offsets.
- Analyze the interplay of workers' comp benefits and SSDI benefits.
- Formulate strategies for minimizing Social Security offsets in settlements.
This program was designed in conjunction with NBI's esteemed 2023-2025 Content Advisory Committee Member Brad Kolling.
Abbreviated Agenda
- The Inside Scoop on Social Security Offsets and Social Security Disability Benefits
- Different Ways to Calculate Social Security Offsets
- Minimizing Social Security Offsets in Workers' Comp Settlements
Credit Details
Credits Available
| Credit | Status | Total | Until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-19-2027 |
| Arkansas CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-30-2027 |
| Arizona CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-19-2027 |
| California CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-19-2027 |
| Colorado CLE |
|
4 Total | 12-31-2027 |
| Connecticut CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-19-2027 |
| Delaware CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-19-2027 |
| Florida CLE |
|
3.5 Total | 03-31-2027 |
| Georgia CLE |
|
3 Total | 12-31-2026 |
| Hawaii CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-19-2027 |
| Idaho CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-19-2030 |
| Illinois CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-18-2027 |
| Kansas CLE |
|
3.5 Total | 09-18-2027 |
| Maine CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-18-2027 |
| Minnesota CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-19-2027 |
| Missouri CLE |
|
3.6 Total | 09-19-2027 |
| Northern Mariana Islands CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-19-2027 |
| Montana CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-19-2028 |
| North Dakota CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-19-2028 |
| Nebraska CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-19-2027 |
| New Hampshire CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-19-2028 |
| New Mexico CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-19-2027 |
| Nevada CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-19-2028 |
| New York CLE |
|
3.5 Total | 09-19-2028 |
| Oklahoma CLE |
|
3.5 Total | 09-19-2027 |
| Oregon CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-19-2028 |
| Pennsylvania CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-19-2027 |
| Tennessee CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-18-2027 |
| Virginia CLE |
|
3 Total | 10-31-2026 |
| Vermont CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-19-2027 |
| Washington CLE |
|
3 Total | 09-18-2030 |
| Wisconsin CLE |
|
3.5 Total | 12-31-2026 |
| West Virginia CLE |
|
3.6 Total | 09-19-2027 |
| Wyoming CLE |
|
3 Total |
Credit Details by Jurisdiction
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Alaska CLE Reciprocity · 3 Total Credits
Earn Until
OnDemand - Alaska CLE - 3: Alaska Bar members may claim credit for attending CLE programs that have been accredited by other mandatory CLE jurisdictions. This program qualifies for 3.0 hours of credit, which includes 3.0 hours of MCLE credit and 0.0 hour of MECLE credit.
Video Download - Alaska CLE - 3: Alaska Bar members may claim credit for attending CLE programs that have been accredited by other mandatory CLE jurisdictions. This program qualifies for 3.0 hours of credit, which includes 3.0 hours of MCLE credit and 0.0 hour of MECLE credit.
Arkansas CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
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OnDemand - Arkansas CLE - 3: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor in the state of Arkansas. This program qualifies for 3.0 hours of on demand continuing legal education credit, including 0.0 hour of ethics, consistent with the rules and regulations of the Arkansas Supreme Court of Professional Programs.
Video Download - Arkansas CLE - 3: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor in the state of Arkansas. This program qualifies for 3.0 hours of on demand continuing legal education credit, including 0.0 hour of ethics, consistent with the rules and regulations of the Arkansas Supreme Court of Professional Programs.
Arizona CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
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OnDemand - Arizona CLE - 3: The State Bar of Arizona does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education requirement. This activity qualifies for 3.0 hours toward your annual CLE requirement for the State of Arizona, including 0.0 hour of professional responsibility.
Video Download - Arizona CLE - 3: The State Bar of Arizona does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education requirement. This activity qualifies for 3.0 hours toward your annual CLE requirement for the State of Arizona, including 0.0 hour of professional responsibility.
California CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
- 3 Workers Compensation
Earn Until
OnDemand - California CLE - 3: This activity has been approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education credit by the State Bar of California and qualifies for 3.0 hours of participatory credit, of which 0.0 hour will apply to legal ethics credit. NBI, Inc. certifies this activity conforms to the standards for approved education activities prescribed by the rules and regulations of the State Bar of California governing minimum continuing legal education. NBI, Inc. is a State Bar of California approved MCLE provider - #53. This course has been approved for 3.0 units in the area of Workers Compensation Law by the California Board of Legal Specialization.
Video Download - California CLE - 3: This activity has been approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education credit by the State Bar of California and qualifies for 3.0 hours of self-study credit, of which 0.0 hour will apply to legal ethics credit. NBI, Inc. certifies this activity conforms to the standards for approved education activities prescribed by the rules and regulations of the State Bar of California governing minimum continuing legal education. NBI, Inc. is a State Bar of California approved MCLE provider - #53. This course has been approved for 3.0 units in the area of Workers Compensation Law by the California Board of Legal Specialization.
Colorado CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
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OnDemand - Colorado CLE - 4: NBI, Inc. is a Certified Provider, as recognized by the Colorado Supreme Court Continuing Legal and Judicial Education Committee. This program qualifies for 4.0 hours of home study general Colorado Continuing Legal Education Credit, including 0.0 professional responsibility credit.
Video Download - Colorado CLE - 4: NBI, Inc. is a Certified Provider, as recognized by the Colorado Supreme Court Continuing Legal and Judicial Education Committee. This program qualifies for 4.0 hours of home study general Colorado Continuing Legal Education Credit, including 0.0 professional responsibility credit.
Connecticut CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
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OnDemand - Connecticut CLE - 3: Neither the Connecticut Judicial Branch nor the Commission on Minimum Continuing Legal Education approve or accredit CLE providers or activities. It is the opinion of NBI, Inc. that this activity qualifies for 3.0 self-study hours toward your annual CLE requirement in Connecticut, including 0.0 self-study hour(s) of ethics/professionalism.
Video Download - Connecticut CLE - 3: Neither the Connecticut Judicial Branch nor the Commission on Minimum Continuing Legal Education approve or accredit CLE providers or activities. It is the opinion of NBI, Inc. that this activity qualifies for 3.0 self-study hours toward your annual CLE requirement in Connecticut, including 0.0 self-study hour(s) of ethics/professionalism.
Delaware CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
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OnDemand - Delaware CLE - 3: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor of the Delaware Commission on Continuing Legal Education and recommends this program for 3.0 hours of eCLE credit, including 0.0 hour of ethics.
Florida CLE Approved · 3.5 Total Credits
- 3.5 Workers' Compensation
Earn Until
OnDemand - Florida CLE - 3.5: Approved by The Florida Bar, this program qualifies for 3.50 general hours of CLER self-study credit including 0.0 hour of self-study professional responsibility (may include legal ethics, professionalism, substance abuse or mental illness and wellness programs). Certification: 3.5 - Workers' Compensation
Video Download - Florida CLE - 3.5: Approved by The Florida Bar, this program qualifies for 3.50 general hours of CLER self-study credit including 0.0 hour of self-study professional responsibility (may include legal ethics, professionalism, substance abuse or mental illness and wellness programs). Certification: 3.5 - Workers' Compensation
Georgia CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
Earn Until
OnDemand - Georgia CLE - 3: This program is approved by the Commission on Continuing Lawyer Competency of the State Bar of Georgia. This program qualifies for 3.0 hours of distance learning continuing legal education credit with the Georgia Commission on Continuing Lawyer Competency, which includes 0.0 hour of distance learning ethics.
Video Download - Georgia CLE - 3: This program is approved by the Commission on Continuing Lawyer Competency of the State Bar of Georgia. This program qualifies for 3.0 hours of distance learning continuing legal education credit with the Georgia Commission on Continuing Lawyer Competency, which includes 0.0 hour of distance learning ethics.
Hawaii CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
Earn Until
OnDemand - Hawaii CLE - 3: NBI, Inc. is an Accredited Provider with the Hawaii State Board of Continuing Legal Education. This alternative format activity has been approved for 3.0 hours of credit for the state of Hawaii, which includes 0.0 hour of ethics or professional responsibility education.
Video Download - Hawaii CLE - 3: NBI, Inc. is an Accredited Provider with the Hawaii State Board of Continuing Legal Education. This alternative format activity has been approved for 3.0 hours of credit for the state of Hawaii, which includes 0.0 hour of ethics or professional responsibility education.
Idaho CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
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OnDemand - Idaho CLE - 3: Approved for 3.0 hours of self-study continuing legal education credit in the state of Idaho, which includes 0.0 self-study legal ethics or professional responsibility credit.
Video Download - Idaho CLE - 3: Approved for 3.0 hours of self-study continuing legal education credit in the state of Idaho, which includes 0.0 self-study legal ethics or professional responsibility credit.
Illinois CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
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OnDemand - Illinois CLE - 3: This program has been approved by the Illinois MCLE Board for 3.0 hours of recorded technology CLE credit by the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism.
Video Download - Illinois CLE - 3: This program has been approved by the Illinois MCLE Board for 3.0 hours of recorded technology CLE credit by the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism.
Kansas CLE Approved · 3.5 Total Credits
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OnDemand - Kansas CLE - 3.5: Approved by Kansas CLE for 3.50 hours of prerecorded format continuing legal education credit, which includes 0.0 hour of ethics and professionalism credit.
Video Download - Kansas CLE - 3.5: Approved by Kansas CLE for 3.50 hours of prerecorded format continuing legal education credit, which includes 0.0 hour of ethics and professionalism credit.
Maine CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
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OnDemand - Maine CLE - 3: This course has been approved by the State of Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar. Lawyers who complete this course will receive 3.0 hours of self-study CLE credit
Video Download - Maine CLE - 3: This course has been approved by the State of Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar. Lawyers who complete this course will receive 3.0 hours of self-study CLE credit
Course Book - Maine CLE - 3: This course has been approved by the State of Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar. Lawyers who complete this course will receive 3.0 hours of self-study CLE credit
Minnesota CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
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OnDemand - Minnesota CLE - 3: Approved for 3.0 hours of standard on-demand CLE credit, including 0.0 hour of ethics credit by the Minnesota Board of Continuing Legal Education.
Video Download - Minnesota CLE - 3: Approved for 3.0 hours of standard on-demand CLE credit, including 0.0 hour of ethics credit by the Minnesota Board of Continuing Legal Education.
Missouri CLE Approved · 3.6 Total Credits
Earn Until
OnDemand - Missouri CLE - 3.6: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor with Missouri Minimum Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 3.60 self-study CLE credit hours.
Video Download - Missouri CLE - 3.6: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor with Missouri Minimum Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 3.60 self-study CLE credit hours.
Course Book - Missouri CLE - 3.6: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor with Missouri Minimum Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 3.60 self-study CLE credit hours.
Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
Earn Until
OnDemand - Northern Mariana Islands CLE - 3: This course has been approved by the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Lawyers who complete this course shall receive 3.0 hours of self-study CLE credit.
Video Download - Northern Mariana Islands CLE - 3: This course has been approved by the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Lawyers who complete this course shall receive 3.0 hours of self-study CLE credit.
Course Book - Northern Mariana Islands CLE - 3: This course has been approved by the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Lawyers who complete this course shall receive 3.0 hours of self-study CLE credit.
Montana CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
Earn Until
OnDemand - Montana CLE - 3: This program qualifies for 3.0 hours of self-study CLE credit by the Montana Commission of Continuing Legal Education, including 0.0 hour of professional fitness and integrity credit.
Video Download - Montana CLE - 3: This program qualifies for 3.0 hours of self-study CLE credit by the Montana Commission of Continuing Legal Education, including 0.0 hour of professional fitness and integrity credit.
North Dakota CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
Earn Until
OnDemand - North Dakota CLE - 3: North Dakota attorneys completing this program may claim 3.0 North Dakota self-study CLE credit hours, including 0.0 hour of self-study ethics credit, on the Report of Compliance.
Video Download - North Dakota CLE - 3: North Dakota attorneys completing this program may claim 3.0 North Dakota self-study CLE credit hours, including 0.0 hour of self-study ethics credit, on the Report of Compliance.
Nebraska CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
Earn Until
OnDemand - Nebraska CLE - 3: NBI, Inc. is an accredited CLE sponsor in the state of Nebraska. This activity has been approved for 3.0 distance learning CLE credits, including 0.0 hour of professional responsibility credit.
Video Download - Nebraska CLE - 3: NBI, Inc. is an accredited CLE sponsor in the state of Nebraska. This activity has been approved for 3.0 distance learning CLE credits, including 0.0 hour of professional responsibility credit.
New Hampshire CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
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OnDemand - New Hampshire CLE - 3: NHMCLE does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the NH Minimum CLE requirement. NBI, Inc. believes this course meets the requirements of NH Supreme Court Rule 53 toward the annual NHMCLE requirement.
Video Download - New Hampshire CLE - 3: NHMCLE does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the NH Minimum CLE requirement. NBI, Inc. believes this course meets the requirements of NH Supreme Court Rule 53 toward the annual NHMCLE requirement.
New Mexico CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
Earn Until
OnDemand - New Mexico CLE - 3: This program has been approved by the Board of Bar Commissioners of the State Bar of New Mexico. This program qualifies for 3.0 hours of self-study credit, including 0.0 hour of self-study ethics credit.
Video Download - New Mexico CLE - 3: This program has been approved by the Board of Bar Commissioners of the State Bar of New Mexico. This program qualifies for 3.0 hours of self-study credit, including 0.0 hour of self-study ethics credit.
Nevada CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
Earn Until
OnDemand - Nevada CLE - 3: This course has been approved by the Nevada Board of Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 3.0 hours of alternative format CLE credits by the Nevada Board of Continuing Legal Education, which includes 0.0 hour of alternative format ethical considerations.
Video Download - Nevada CLE - 3: This course has been approved by the Nevada Board of Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 3.0 hours of alternative format CLE credits by the Nevada Board of Continuing Legal Education, which includes 0.0 hour of alternative format ethical considerations.
New York CLE Approved · 3.5 Total Credits
- 3.5 Areas of Professional Practice
Earn Until
OnDemand - New York CLE - 3.5: This nontraditional format course has been approved in accordance with the requirements of the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board for up to 3.50 credit hours. 3.50 hours can be applied to the areas of professional practice requirement and is approved for experienced attorneys. NBI, Inc. offers a Financial Hardship Policy for qualifying individuals. To apply, please submit a request via email to our Tuition Discount Committee at customerservice@nbi-sems.com.
Video Download - New York CLE - 3.5: This nontraditional format course has been approved in accordance with the requirements of the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board for up to 3.50 credit hours. 3.50 hours can be applied to the areas of professional practice requirement and is approved for experienced attorneys. NBI, Inc. offers a Financial Hardship Policy for qualifying individuals. To apply, please submit a request via email to our Tuition Discount Committee at customerservice@nbi-sems.com.
Oklahoma CLE Approved · 3.5 Total Credits
Earn Until
OnDemand - Oklahoma CLE - 3.5: This course has been approved by the Oklahoma Bar Association Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Commission. This program qualifies for 3.50 of On Demand CLE credit hours, which includes 0.0 hour of legal ethics.
Video Download - Oklahoma CLE - 3.5: This course has been approved by the Oklahoma Bar Association Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Commission. This program qualifies for 3.50 of On Demand CLE credit hours, which includes 0.0 hour of legal ethics.
Oregon CLE Upon Request · 3 Total Credits
Earn Until
OnDemand - Oregon CLE - 3: NBI is an approved sponsor with Oregon MCLE. Upon course completion and credit request submittal, an application will be submitted to Oregon MCLE.
Video Download - Oregon CLE - 3: NBI is an approved sponsor with Oregon MCLE. Upon course completion and credit request submittal, an application will be submitted to Oregon MCLE.
Pennsylvania CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
Earn Until
OnDemand - Pennsylvania CLE - 3: This program has been approved by the Pennsylvania Continuing Legal Education Board. This program qualifies for 3.0 hours of distance learning credit, including 3.0 hours of substantive law, practice and procedure CLE credit and 0.0 hour of ethics, professionalism or substance abuse distance learning CLE credit.
Video Download - Pennsylvania CLE - 3: This program has been approved by the Pennsylvania Continuing Legal Education Board. This program qualifies for 3.0 hours of distance learning credit, including 3.0 hours of substantive law, practice and procedure CLE credit and 0.0 hour of ethics, professionalism or substance abuse distance learning CLE credit.
Tennessee CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
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OnDemand - Tennessee CLE - 3: This course has been approved by the Tennessee Commission on Continuing Legal Education for a maximum of 3.0 hours of Distance Learning credit, including 0.0 hour of ethics/professionalism (EP) credit.
Virginia CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
Earn Until
OnDemand - Virginia CLE - 3: This course has been approved by the Virginia Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Board for 3.0 hours of prerecorded credit, of which 0.0 hour will also apply in the area of legal ethics or professionalism.
Video Download - Virginia CLE - 3: This course has been approved by the Virginia Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Board for 3.0 hours of prerecorded credit, of which 0.0 hour will also apply in the area of legal ethics or professionalism.
Vermont CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
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OnDemand - Vermont CLE - 3: This course has been approved by the Vermont Board of Mandatory Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 3.0 hours of self-study credit, including 0.0 hour of self-study ethics credit.
Video Download - Vermont CLE - 3: This course has been approved by the Vermont Board of Mandatory Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 3.0 hours of self-study credit, including 0.0 hour of self-study ethics credit.
Washington CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
Earn Until
OnDemand - Washington CLE - 3: This program qualifies for 3.0 hours of Washington continuing legal education (Self Study) A/V credit, which includes 3.0 hours of Law and Legal Procedure and 0.0 hour of ethics and professional responsibility.
Video Download - Washington CLE - 3: This program qualifies for 3.0 hours of Washington continuing legal education (Self Study) A/V credit, which includes 3.0 hours of Law and Legal Procedure and 0.0 hour of ethics and professional responsibility.
Wisconsin CLE Approved · 3.5 Total Credits
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OnDemand - Wisconsin CLE - 3.5: Approved for 3.50 hours of repeated on-demand CLE credit by the Board of Bar Examiners.
Video Download - Wisconsin CLE - 3.5: Approved for 3.50 hours of repeated on-demand CLE credit by the Board of Bar Examiners.
West Virginia CLE Approved · 3.6 Total Credits
Earn Until
OnDemand - West Virginia CLE - 3.6: This program qualifies for 3.60 hours of pre-recorded credit, which includes 0.0 hour of pre-recorded ethics credit, under the West Virginia Rules for Mandatory Continuing Legal Education.
Video Download - West Virginia CLE - 3.6: This program qualifies for 3.60 hours of pre-recorded credit, which includes 0.0 hour of pre-recorded ethics credit, under the West Virginia Rules for Mandatory Continuing Legal Education.
Wyoming CLE Upon Request · 3 Total Credits
OnDemand - Wyoming CLE - 3: Upon course completion and credit request submittal, an application will be submitted to the Bar.
Video Download - Wyoming CLE - 3: Upon course completion and credit request submittal, an application will be submitted to the Bar.
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Maine CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
Earn Until
Course Book - Maine CLE - 3: This course has been approved by the State of Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar. Lawyers who complete this course will receive 3.0 hours of self-study CLE credit
Missouri CLE Approved · 3.6 Total Credits
Earn Until
Course Book - Missouri CLE - 3.6: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor with Missouri Minimum Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 3.60 self-study CLE credit hours.
Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved · 3 Total Credits
Earn Until
Course Book - Northern Mariana Islands CLE - 3: This course has been approved by the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Lawyers who complete this course shall receive 3.0 hours of self-study CLE credit.
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Agenda
-
The Inside Scoop on Social Security Offsets and Social Security Disability Benefits
- What Are Offsets?
- What Is the Purpose of Offsets?
- How Do They Work in Specific Jurisdictions?
- Its Interplay With Workers' Compensation Benefits
- Government vs. Private Disability Benefits
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Different Ways to Calculate Social Security Offsets
- Key Formulas to Understand
- How to Calculate Workers' Comp Benefits
- How to Calculate Compensation Ranks
- How to Calculate Average Weekly Wage
- Calculating Offsets on Weekly Benefit or Lump Sum Settlements
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Minimizing Social Security Offsets in Workers' Comp Settlements
- Determining How the Offset Is Utilized
- Determining Which Expenses Can Be Excluded
- Workers' Comp Benefits: Front-Loading vs. Backloading
- Tactics for Spreading Out Settlement Payments Over Time
- Third-Party Claim Essentials
Who Should Attend
This program is designed for attorneys. In-house counsel, workers' compensation administrators, insurance claim/risk managers, and paralegals may also benefit.
Speakers
Speaker bio
Warren J. Roth
is a partner at Roth Law Group PLLC. He has practiced in the areas of workers' compensation, social security disability and negligence litigation for over 25 years. Mr. Roth has represented the interests of those people who protect us all; primarily municipal workers such as police officers, fire fighters, corrections officers, union workers, teachers, as well as those who go to work every day to support themselves and their families. He earned his B.A. degree from the State University of New York at Albany and his J.D. degree from Pace University Law School. Mr. Roth is admitted to practice in Connecticut and New York, and before the U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern districts of New York and Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.
Speaker bio
John E. Dunlap
is a sole practitioner with Law Offices of John E. Dunlap in Memphis, where he is board-certified by the Tennessee Continuing Legal Education and Specialization Commission in consumer bankruptcy. Mr. Dunlap's main areas of practice include bankruptcy, workers' compensation, personal injury, ERISA litigation, and Social Security disability. He is admitted to practice before the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals and the U.S. Supreme Court. Mr. Dunlap is a member of the Memphis and American bar associations, as well as the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. He earned his B.A. degree from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville and his J.D. degree from the University of Memphis.
Speaker bio
Amber C. Sheppard
, with her service dog Tubbs, brings humility and humor to her CLE presentations and her Louisiana and Mississippi clients at Pugh Accardo LLC in Mandeville, Louisiana. She handles workers' compensation defense claims as well as business litigation and intellectual property. As LA Bar Intellectual Property Secretary, ABA IPL YLAG Trademark Case Report Lead, and USPTO Practice and Policies Vice Chair, Ms. Sheppard's active in continuing education and publications. Her Be Fierce and Kind® philosophy guides her advocacy in the courtroom and community. A sought-after national speaker, Ms. Sheppard conducts CLEs on business law, neurodiversity, and service dog laws. She implemented landmark therapy dog programs in Louisiana: the first in 22nd JDC Juvenile court and the first in a Louisiana Assisted Outpatient Treatment program. Ms. Sheppard is a three-time Louisiana Bar pro bono award winner and her children's book Court of Paw™ is nationally recognized for teaching youth about therapy dogs. In 2025, she was selected as ABA Outstanding Lawyer On The Rise and named a Diversity Fellow. Ms. Sheppard earned her B.A. degree, summa cum laude, from Southeastern Louisiana University and her J.D. degree, magna cum laude, from Mississippi College School of Law.
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