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Learn From Our Instructors' Real-World Workers' Compensation Experiences
From client intake to settlement negotiations or hearing prep, it's imperative that you treat each step of a workers' comp case with thoroughness and diligence. This workers' compensation legal guide walks you through critical concepts and offers practical tips for providing your clients with unmatched service. Gain innovative workers' compensation approaches from seasoned practitioners - register today!
- Come away with an enhanced understanding of core workers' compensation concepts.
- Review the different types of benefits that are available.
- Master the basics of Medicare liens and set asides.
- Discuss best practices for settlement and mediation.
- Determine how to prepare effectively for hearings.
This program was designed in conjunction with NBI's esteemed 2023-2024 Content Advisory Committee Member Brad Kolling.
Abbreviated Agenda
- Understanding Basic Concepts
- Available Types of Benefits (Key Elements, Limits, How Each Is Calculated, Potential Defenses, etc.)
- The Interplay of Employment Law and Workers' Compensation
- Medicare Concepts
- Settlements and Mediation
- Preparing for Hearings
- Legal Ethics for Workers' Comp Attorneys
Credit Details
Credits Available
| Credit | Status | Total | Until |
|---|---|---|---|
| California MCLE Paralegal |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2026 |
| Alaska CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2026 |
| Arizona CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2026 |
| California CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2026 |
| Colorado CLE |
|
7 Total | 12-31-2026 |
| Connecticut CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2026 |
| Delaware CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2026 |
| Hawaii CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2026 |
| Idaho CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2029 |
| Illinois CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-11-2026 |
| Maine CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-11-2026 |
| Minnesota CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2026 |
| Missouri CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2026 |
| Northern Mariana Islands CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2026 |
| Montana CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2027 |
| North Dakota CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2027 |
| Nebraska CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2026 |
| New Hampshire CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2027 |
| New Mexico CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2026 |
| Nevada CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2027 |
| New York CLE |
|
7 Total | 11-12-2027 |
| Oklahoma CLE |
|
7 Total | 11-12-2026 |
| Oregon CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2027 |
| Pennsylvania CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2026 |
| Rhode Island CLE |
|
6 Total | |
| Tennessee CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-11-2026 |
| Vermont CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2026 |
| Washington CLE |
|
6 Total | 11-11-2029 |
| West Virginia CLE |
|
7.2 Total | 11-12-2026 |
| Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2026 |
| New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of |
|
6 Total | 11-12-2026 |
| Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division |
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6 Total | 11-12-2026 |
Credit Details by Jurisdiction
OnDemand Video
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Alaska CLE Reciprocity · 6 Total Credits
- 1 MECLE Ethics
Earn Until
OnDemand - Alaska CLE - 6: This program may qualify for up to 6.0 hours of technology-delivered credit, which includes 5.0 hours of MCLE credit and 1.0 hours of MECLE credit. Alaska Bar members may claim credit for attending CLE programs that have been accredited by other mandatory CLE jurisdictions.
Video Download - Alaska CLE - 6: This program may qualify for up to 6.0 hours of technology-delivered credit, which includes 5.0 hours of MCLE credit and 1.0 hours of MECLE credit. Alaska Bar members may claim credit for attending CLE programs that have been accredited by other mandatory CLE jurisdictions.
Arizona CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Professional Responsibility
Earn Until
OnDemand - Arizona CLE - 6: The State Bar of Arizona does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education requirement. This activity may qualify for up to 6.0 hours toward your annual CLE Interactive CLE requirement for the State of Arizona, including 1.0 hour of professional responsibility Interactive CLE credit.
Video Download - Arizona CLE - 6: The State Bar of Arizona does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education requirement. This activity may qualify for up to 6.0 hours toward your annual CLE Interactive CLE requirement for the State of Arizona, including 1.0 hour of professional responsibility Interactive CLE credit.
California CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Legal Ethics
Earn Until
OnDemand - California CLE - 6: This activity has been approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education credit by the State Bar of California and may qualify for up to 6.0 hours of participatory credit, of which 1.0 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.
Video Download - California CLE - 6: This activity has been approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education credit by the State Bar of California and may qualify for up to 6.0 hours of self-study credit, of which 1.0 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.
Colorado CLE Approved · 7 Total Credits
- 1.2 Professional Responsibility
Earn Until
OnDemand - Colorado CLE - 7: NBI, Inc. is a Certified Provider, as recognized by the Colorado Supreme Court Continuing Legal and Judicial Education Committee. This program may qualify for up to 7.0 hours of home study general Colorado Continuing Legal Education Credit, including 1.20 professional responsibility credit.
Video Download - Colorado CLE - 7: NBI, Inc. is a Certified Provider, as recognized by the Colorado Supreme Court Continuing Legal and Judicial Education Committee. This program may qualify for up to 7.0 hours of home study general Colorado Continuing Legal Education Credit, including 1.20 professional responsibility credit.
Connecticut CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Ethics/Professionalism
Earn Until
OnDemand - Connecticut CLE - 6: 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 up to 6.0 self-study hours toward your annual CLE requirement in Connecticut, including 1.0 self-study hour(s) of ethics/professionalism.
Video Download - Connecticut CLE - 6: 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 up to 6.0 self-study hours toward your annual CLE requirement in Connecticut, including 1.0 self-study hour(s) of ethics/professionalism.
Delaware CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Ethics
Earn Until
OnDemand - Delaware CLE - 6: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor of the Delaware Commission on Continuing Legal Education and recommends this program for 6.0 hours of eCLE credit, including 1.0 hour of ethics.
Hawaii CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Ethics/Professional Responsibility
Earn Until
OnDemand - Hawaii CLE - 6: NBI, Inc. is an Accredited Provider with the Hawaii State Board of Continuing Legal Education. This alternative format activity has been approved for up to 6.0 hours of credit for the state of Hawaii, which includes 1.0 hour of ethics or professional responsibility education.
Video Download - Hawaii CLE - 6: NBI, Inc. is an Accredited Provider with the Hawaii State Board of Continuing Legal Education. This alternative format activity has been approved for up to 6.0 hours of credit for the state of Hawaii, which includes 1.0 hour of ethics or professional responsibility education.
Idaho CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Legal Ethics/Professional Responsibility
Earn Until
OnDemand - Idaho CLE - 6: Approved for 6.0 hours of self-study continuing legal education credit in the state of Idaho, which includes 1.0 self-study legal ethics or professional responsibility credit.
Video Download - Idaho CLE - 6: Approved for 6.0 hours of self-study continuing legal education credit in the state of Idaho, which includes 1.0 self-study legal ethics or professional responsibility credit.
Illinois CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Professional Responsibility
Earn Until
OnDemand - Illinois CLE - 6: This program has been approved by the Illinois MCLE Board for 6.0 hours of recorded technology CLE credit, which includes approval for 1.0 hour of legal ethics, civility, professionalism CLE credit by the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism.
Video Download - Illinois CLE - 6: This program has been approved by the Illinois MCLE Board for 6.0 hours of recorded technology CLE credit, which includes approval for 1.0 hour of legal ethics, civility, professionalism CLE credit by the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism.
Maine CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
Earn Until
OnDemand - Maine CLE - 6: This course has been approved by the State of Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar. Lawyers who complete this course may receive up to 6.0 hours of self-study CLE credit. No more than 5.0 hours of self-study CLE credit may be earned during a reporting period. Attorneys may not earn ethics or harassment and discrimination credit with self-study.
Video Download - Maine CLE - 6: This course has been approved by the State of Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar. Lawyers who complete this course may receive up to 6.0 hours of self-study CLE credit. No more than 5.0 hours of self-study CLE credit may be earned during a reporting period. Attorneys may not earn ethics or harassment and discrimination credit with self-study.
Course Book - Maine CLE - 6: This course has been approved by the State of Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar. Lawyers who complete this course may receive up to 6.0 hours of self-study CLE credit. No more than 5.0 hours of self-study CLE credit may be earned during a reporting period. Attorneys may not earn ethics or harassment and discrimination credit with self-study.
Minnesota CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Ethics
Earn Until
OnDemand - Minnesota CLE - 6: Approved for up to 6.0 hours of standard on-demand CLE credit, including 1.0 hour of ethics credit by the Minnesota Board of Continuing Legal Education.
Video Download - Minnesota CLE - 6: Approved for up to 6.0 hours of standard on-demand CLE credit, including 1.0 hour of ethics credit by the Minnesota Board of Continuing Legal Education.
Missouri CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
Earn Until
OnDemand - Missouri CLE - 6: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor with Missouri Minimum Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for up to 6.0 self-study CLE credit hours. No more than 6.0 hours of self-study CLE credit may be earned during a reporting period. Attorneys may not earn ethics credit with self-study.
Video Download - Missouri CLE - 6: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor with Missouri Minimum Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for up to 6.0 self-study CLE credit hours. No more than 6.0 hours of self-study CLE credit may be earned during a reporting period. Attorneys may not earn ethics credit with self-study.
Course Book - Missouri CLE - 6: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor with Missouri Minimum Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for up to 6.0 self-study CLE credit hours. No more than 6.0 hours of self-study CLE credit may be earned during a reporting period. Attorneys may not earn ethics credit with self-study.
Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
Earn Until
OnDemand - Northern Mariana Islands CLE - 6: This course has been approved by the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Lawyers who complete this course shall receive 6.0 hours of self-study CLE credit.
Video Download - Northern Mariana Islands CLE - 6: This course has been approved by the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Lawyers who complete this course shall receive 6.0 hours of self-study CLE credit.
Course Book - Northern Mariana Islands CLE - 6: This course has been approved by the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Lawyers who complete this course shall receive 6.0 hours of self-study CLE credit.
Montana CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Professional Fitness and Integrity
Earn Until
OnDemand - Montana CLE - 6: This program may qualify for up to 6.0 hours of self-study CLE credit by the Montana Commission of Continuing Legal Education, including 1.0 hour of professional fitness and integrity credit. No more than 5.0 hours of self-study CLE credit may be earned during a reporting period.
Video Download - Montana CLE - 6: This program may qualify for up to 6.0 hours of self-study CLE credit by the Montana Commission of Continuing Legal Education, including 1.0 hour of professional fitness and integrity credit. No more than 5.0 hours of self-study CLE credit may be earned during a reporting period.
North Dakota CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Ethics
Earn Until
OnDemand - North Dakota CLE - 6: North Dakota attorneys completing this program may claim up to 6.0 North Dakota self-study CLE credit hours, including 1.0 hour of self-study ethics credit, on the Report of Compliance. No more than 30.0 hours of self-study CLE credit may be earned during a reporting period.
Video Download - North Dakota CLE - 6: North Dakota attorneys completing this program may claim up to 6.0 North Dakota self-study CLE credit hours, including 1.0 hour of self-study ethics credit, on the Report of Compliance. No more than 30.0 hours of self-study CLE credit may be earned during a reporting period.
Nebraska CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Professional Responsibility
Earn Until
OnDemand - Nebraska CLE - 6: NBI, Inc. is an accredited CLE sponsor in the state of Nebraska. This activity has been approved for up to 6.0 distance learning CLE credits, including 1.0 hour of professional responsibility credit. No more than 5.0 hours of distance learning CLE credit may be earned during a reporting period.
Video Download - Nebraska CLE - 6: NBI, Inc. is an accredited CLE sponsor in the state of Nebraska. This activity has been approved for up to 6.0 distance learning CLE credits, including 1.0 hour of professional responsibility credit. No more than 5.0 hours of distance learning CLE credit may be earned during a reporting period.
New Hampshire CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Ethics/Professionalism
Earn Until
OnDemand - New Hampshire CLE - 6: 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 - 6: 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 · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Ethics
Earn Until
OnDemand - New Mexico CLE - 6: This program has been approved by the State Bar of New Mexico/MCLE. This program may qualify for up to 6.0 hour of self-study credit, including 1.0 hours of self-study ethics credit.
Video Download - New Mexico CLE - 6: This program has been approved by the State Bar of New Mexico/MCLE. This program may qualify for up to 6.0 hour of self-study credit, including 1.0 hours of self-study ethics credit.
Nevada CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Ethical Considerations
Earn Until
OnDemand - Nevada CLE - 6: This course has been approved by the Nevada Board of Continuing Legal Education. This program may qualify for up to 6.0 hours of alternative format CLE credits by the Nevada Board of Continuing Legal Education, which includes 1.0 hour of alternative format ethical considerations.
Video Download - Nevada CLE - 6: This course has been approved by the Nevada Board of Continuing Legal Education. This program may qualify for up to 6.0 hours of alternative format CLE credits by the Nevada Board of Continuing Legal Education, which includes 1.0 hour of alternative format ethical considerations.
New York CLE Approved · 7 Total Credits
- 6 Areas of Professional Practice
- 1 Ethics/Professionalism
Earn Until
OnDemand - New York CLE - 7: This nontraditional format course has been approved in accordance with the requirements of the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board for up to 7.0 credit hours. 6.0 hours can be applied to the areas of professional practice requirement and is approved for newly admitted attorneys. 1.0 hour can be applied toward the Ethics/Professionalism 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 - 7: This nontraditional format course has been approved in accordance with the requirements of the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board for up to 7.0 credit hours. 6.0 hours can be applied to the areas of professional practice requirement and is approved for newly admitted attorneys. 1.0 hour can be applied toward the Ethics/Professionalism 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 · 7 Total Credits
- 1 Legal Ethics
Earn Until
OnDemand - Oklahoma CLE - 7: This course has been approved by the Oklahoma Bar Association Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Commission. This program may qualify for up to 7.0 of On Demand CLE credit hours, which includes 1.0 hour of legal ethics.
Video Download - Oklahoma CLE - 7: This course has been approved by the Oklahoma Bar Association Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Commission. This program may qualify for up to 7.0 of On Demand CLE credit hours, which includes 1.0 hour of legal ethics.
Oregon CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Ethics
Earn Until
OnDemand - Oregon CLE - 6: NBI, Inc. is an approved sponsor with the Oregon MCLE. This program may qualify for up to 5.0 hours of general continuing legal education credit and 1.0 hour of ethics credit.
Video Download - Oregon CLE - 6: NBI, Inc. is an approved sponsor with the Oregon MCLE. This program may qualify for up to 5.0 hours of general continuing legal education credit and 1.0 hour of ethics credit.
Pennsylvania CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Ethics
Earn Until
OnDemand - Pennsylvania CLE - 6: This program has been approved by the Pennsylvania Continuing Legal Education Board. This program may qualify for up to 6.0 hours of distance learning credit, including 5.0 hours of substantive law, practice and procedure CLE credit and 1.0 hour of ethics, professionalism or substance abuse distance learning CLE credit. No more than 6.0 hours of distance learning CLE credit may be earned during a reporting period.
Video Download - Pennsylvania CLE - 6: This program has been approved by the Pennsylvania Continuing Legal Education Board. This program may qualify for up to 6.0 hours of distance learning credit, including 5.0 hours of substantive law, practice and procedure CLE credit and 1.0 hour of ethics, professionalism or substance abuse distance learning CLE credit. No more than 6.0 hours of distance learning CLE credit may be earned during a reporting period.
Rhode Island CLE Upon Request · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Legal Ethics
OnDemand - Rhode Island CLE - 6: NBI is an accredited sponsor with the Rhode Island MCLE Commission. Upon course completion and credit request submittal, an application will be submitted to the Rhode Island MCLE Commission.
Video Download - Rhode Island CLE - 6: NBI is an accredited sponsor with the Rhode Island MCLE Commission. Upon course completion and credit request submittal, an application will be submitted to the Rhode Island MCLE Commission.
Tennessee CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Ethics/Professionalism
Earn Until
OnDemand - Tennessee CLE - 6: This course has been approved by the Tennessee Commission on Continuing Legal Education for a maximum of 6.0 hours of Distance Learning credit, including 1.0 hour of ethics/professionalism (EP) credit.
Vermont CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Ethics
Earn Until
OnDemand - Vermont CLE - 6: This course has been approved by the Vermont Board of Mandatory Continuing Legal Education. This program may qualify for up to 6.0 hours of self-study credit, including 1.0 hour of self-study ethics credit. No more than 10.0 hours of self-study CLE credit may be earned during a reporting period. Attorneys may not earn professionalism credit with self-study.
Video Download - Vermont CLE - 6: This course has been approved by the Vermont Board of Mandatory Continuing Legal Education. This program may qualify for up to 6.0 hours of self-study credit, including 1.0 hour of self-study ethics credit. No more than 10.0 hours of self-study CLE credit may be earned during a reporting period. Attorneys may not earn professionalism credit with self-study.
Washington CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Ethics/Professional Responsibility
Earn Until
OnDemand - Washington CLE - 6: This program may qualify for up to 6.0 hours of Washington continuing legal education (Self Study) A/V credit, which includes 5.0 hours of Law and Legal Procedure and 1.0 hour of ethics and professional responsibility.
Video Download - Washington CLE - 6: This program may qualify for up to 6.0 hours of Washington continuing legal education (Self Study) A/V credit, which includes 5.0 hours of Law and Legal Procedure and 1.0 hour of ethics and professional responsibility.
West Virginia CLE Approved · 7.2 Total Credits
- 1.2 Ethics
Earn Until
OnDemand - West Virginia CLE - 7.2: This program may qualify for up to 7.20 hours of pre-recorded credit, which includes 1.20 hour of pre-recorded ethics credit, under the West Virginia Rules for Mandatory Continuing Legal Education. No more than 12.0 hours of pre-recorded CLE credit may be earned during a reporting period.
Video Download - West Virginia CLE - 7.2: This program may qualify for up to 7.20 hours of pre-recorded credit, which includes 1.20 hour of pre-recorded ethics credit, under the West Virginia Rules for Mandatory Continuing Legal Education. No more than 12.0 hours of pre-recorded CLE credit may be earned during a reporting period.
Paralegal
Credits
California MCLE Paralegal Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Ethics
Earn Until
OnDemand - California MCLE Paralegal - 6: This program meets the California MCLE Paralegal requirement as specified in Business and Professions Code Section 6450(d).
Video Download - California MCLE Paralegal - 6: This program meets the California MCLE Paralegal requirement as specified in Business and Professions Code Section 6450(d).
Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Ethics
Earn Until
OnDemand - Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals - 6: This program may qualify for up to 6.0 hours of self-study CLE credit by the Montana Commission of Continuing Legal Education, including 1.0 hour of ethics.
Video Download - Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals - 6: This program may qualify for up to 6.0 hours of self-study CLE credit by the Montana Commission of Continuing Legal Education, including 1.0 hour of ethics.
New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Ethics
Earn Until
OnDemand - New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of - 6: Approved by the Paralegal Division of the State Bar of New Mexico for 5.0 general self-study credit and 1.0 ethics self-study credit (for a total of 6.0 hours CLE).
Video Download - New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of - 6: Approved by the Paralegal Division of the State Bar of New Mexico for 5.0 general self-study credit and 1.0 ethics self-study credit (for a total of 6.0 hours CLE).
Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division Approved · 6 Total Credits
- 1 Ethics
Earn Until
OnDemand - Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division - 6: This course will qualify for 6.0 self-study CLE credit hours, including 1.0 ethics credit hour, toward the eligibility requirements of The Paralegal Division of the State Bar of Texas.
Video Download - Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division - 6: This course will qualify for 6.0 self-study CLE credit hours, including 1.0 ethics credit hour, toward the eligibility requirements of The Paralegal Division of the State Bar of Texas.
Course Book (PDF Download)
CLE
Credits
Maine CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
Earn Until
Course Book - Maine CLE - 6: This course has been approved by the State of Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar. Lawyers who complete this course may receive up to 6.0 hours of self-study CLE credit. No more than 5.0 hours of self-study CLE credit may be earned during a reporting period. Attorneys may not earn ethics or harassment and discrimination credit with self-study.
Missouri CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
Earn Until
Course Book - Missouri CLE - 6: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor with Missouri Minimum Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for up to 6.0 self-study CLE credit hours. No more than 6.0 hours of self-study CLE credit may be earned during a reporting period. Attorneys may not earn ethics credit with self-study.
Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved · 6 Total Credits
Earn Until
Course Book - Northern Mariana Islands CLE - 6: This course has been approved by the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Lawyers who complete this course shall receive 6.0 hours of self-study CLE credit.
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CLE
Paralegal
Agenda
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Understanding Basic Concepts
- Basic Elements of a Work Injury
- “Arising Out of and in the Course Of”
- Substantial Contributing Factors That Can Cause Aggravation or Acceleration of a Condition
- Personal Injuries vs. Occupational Diseases
- Who Is Covered and Who Is Not
- Who Is an Employee?
- Who Is an Independent Contractor?
- Compensable vs. Non-Compensable Claims
- Types of Injuries (Occupational Diseases, Consequential Injuries, etc.)
- Non-Compensable Claims: Defenses (Injuries Caused by Intoxication, Self-Inflicted Injuries, and Fraud or Misrepresentation)
- Claim Filing and Medical Evaluation
- Basic Elements of a Work Injury
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Available Types of Benefits (Key Elements, Limits, How Each Is Calculated, Potential Defenses, etc.)
- Wage Loss Benefits
- Temporary Total
- Temporary Partial
- Permanent Total
- Average Weekly Wage and Compensation Rates and How to Compute Them
- Medical Benefits
- Vocational Rehabilitation
- Permanent Partial Disability Benefits
- Wage Loss Benefits
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The Interplay of Employment Law and Workers' Compensation
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Medicare Concepts
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Settlements and Mediation
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Preparing for Hearings
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Legal Ethics for Workers' Comp Attorneys
- Rules of Professional Conduct
- Communication With Other Parties
- Attorneys' Fees
- Lawyer Liability
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
Beth Bernstein
is a special partner with the law firm of Pugh Accardo LLC. Her practice focuses on the defense of employers and insurance carriers under the Louisiana Workers' Compensation Act, Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Defense Base Act, and War Hazards Compensation Act. Ms. Bernstein represents multiple national insurance companies in addition to local companies in Louisiana. She earned her B.A. degree and her M.A. degree from Tulane University, and her J.D. degree from Tulane Law School. Ms. Bernstein is a member of the American, Louisiana State and New Orleans bar associations.
Speaker bio
Glenn S. Sinko
is the co-founder of Sinko Zimmerman, LLC, where he focuses his practice on workers' compensation law; Social Security law; small business; and estate planning, trusts, and probate with an emphasis on the needs of disabled individuals. He is a frequent lecturer for various organizations. Mr. Sinko served as an Allegheny County Bar Association's Workers' Compensation Section Council member and recently as its chairman. He earned his B.A. degree from Lehigh University and his J.D. degree from The University of Pittsburgh School of Law.
Speaker bio
Jim Backenson
is a managing partner in the Mintzer Sarowitz Zeris Ledva & Meyers LLP's New Jersey office. His practice is dedicated to the defense of workers' compensation claims. In addition to litigating claims, Mr. Backenson provides a full spectrum of legal, consulting and risk management services to both insured and self-insured clients of the firm and third party administrators. He earned his B.S. degree from The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey and his J.D. degree from The Rutgers University School of Law - Camden. Mr. Backenson is admitted to practice law in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and before the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey.
Speaker bio
Patrick J. Nemes
is an associate of Golden, Rothschild, Spagnola, Lundell, Boylan, Garubo & Bell, P.C. and concentrates his practice in workers' compensation. He represents insurance companies and self-insured companies in the defense of these claims. Mr. Nemes earned his B.A. degree in history from Coastal Carolina University his J.D. degree from Roger Williams School of Law. While in law school, he was the vice president of the Environmental Law Society, third-year student representative of the Student Bar Association, and member of the Student Honor Board. Prior to joining GRSLBG&B, Mr. Nemes worked as an associate defending employers and their carriers against workers' compensation claims throughout New Jersey. He also managed medical provider claims for hospitals and physicians through arbitration, trial, and the Independent Health Care Appeals Program. Mr. Nemes is licensed to practice law in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
Speaker bio
Christine Hummel
is the president and founder of Hummel Consultation Services, a national legal consultation practice specializing in the application of the Medicare Secondary Payer Act to workers' compensation, liability and no-fault cases. She is an active attorney with licensure in the state of Colorado. With more than 19 years of experience in Medicare compliance, Ms. Hummel is a published author and popular speaker on a wide array of topics related to Medicare compliance. She is a member of the American Bar Association (Health Law Section) and the Colorado Bar Association. Ms. Hummel's legal experience work includes Medicaid, probate and elder law. She donates a significant amount of time volunteering with the Federal Park Service, giving presentations on the roles of women during the American War of Independence. Ms. Hummel earned her B.S. degree from the University of Southern California and her J.D. degree from the University of Denver College of Law.
Speaker bio
Stacey M. Isaacs
is a founding partner at Workinjuryrights.com, where she has extensive mediation and trial experience in the field of workers' compensation. She earned her B.A. degree from the University of Miami and her J.D. degree from Seton Hall University School of Law. Ms. Isaacs is a member of the Broward County Bar Association, Workers' Compensation Section. She is licensed to practice law in Florida and New Jersey, and before the U.S. District Court for Southern District of Florida.
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