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39:20

Los Angeles' New Requirements for CCP 170.6...

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2026/09/13

Judge Lawrence Riff, Supervising Judge of the Civil Division of the Superior Court of Los Angeles County, will provide an overview of the Court’s new General Order concerning new requirements for CCP 170.6 challenges, the Court’s new XLIT 035 form, the J.O. v. Superior Court of San Joaquin County California Supreme Court opinion permitting judicial inquiry into possible bad-faith blanket challenges, and will answer FAQs.Audio versions of Beverly Hills Bar Association programs are eligible for

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62:41

Global Production Incentives Overview & Update

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2026/09/12

Film and television production incentives are shifting fast, and the choices made about where to shoot now carry real financial and legal weight. This program breaks down how production incentive programs work across the United States and internationally, including tax credits, rebates, and the qualifying rules that determine whether a production captures the value it expects. Audio versions of Beverly Hills Bar Association programs are eligible for Self-Study CLE credit in California. Visit

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67:02

Do AIs Dream of Electric Firms? Legal Personhood,...

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2026/09/11

What happens when the manager of a business firm is not human? Robert J. Rhee, Professor of Law at the University of Florida Levin College of Law, examines the next frontier: agentic AI as a legally recognized manager of partnerships and limited liability companies. Drawing on Philip K. Dick's prescient vision of androids navigating a human world, Professor Rhee frames the central question for business lawyers: not whether AI will enter the boardroom, but whether the law is ready when it does. The

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60:28

Using Dungeons and Dragons to Become a Better Litigator

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2026/09/11

The skills of a successful litigator share significant overlap with those of a successful Dungeons and Dragons player. Knowing the rules, Developing plans, reading the room, adapting strategy when a plan collapses, and persuading others to follow your lead are as central to litigation as they are to a night of Dungeons and Dragons. This program uses the mechanics and storytelling of the game to teach practical litigation skills, from case theory and narrative construction to negotiation,

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60:38

What Are Animals Legally, and Can They Have Rights?

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2026/09/10

The law says that animals are vermin, pests, specimen, livestock, endangered species, or if you're lucky a companion animal, and above all as property with no rights of their own. But the ecological and cultural reality is much different: animals are sentient beings, individual souls, sacred entities, even kin or ancestors to some. Grant Wilson, Executive Director of Earth Law Center, will explore how legal innovations can bridge what we know to be true about animals to what the law says they are,

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60:57

AI Without the Hype: A Practical Starting Point for...

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2026/09/10

In-house legal teams are expected to do more with fewer resources. AI has the potential to improve productivity, but with hundreds of tools on the market and constant headlines, it can be difficult to know where to begin.This practical session helps in-house counsel cut through the noise and make informed decisions about where AI can add real value. Rather than focusing on the latest tools, we’ll start with the problems you’re trying to solve, identify opportunities for meaningful efficiency, and

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59:39

Nuts and Bolts of Determining Disability in Workers...

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2026/09/09

Disability determinations sit at the heart of workers compensation law, yet the distinctions between injury, impairment, and disability trip up practitioners at every stage of a claim. This program provides an overview of the determination of disability, including basic vocabulary and foundational concepts necessary to understand how disability is evaluated, discussed, and contested in workers' compensation cases. Laura Rosenthal of Laura Rosenthal Law guides attendees through the framework

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62:18

The OBBBA and the Modern Workplace: Tax and...

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2026/09/09

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) introduced significant changes affecting employers, employees, and their advisors, including the widely publicized federal deductions for qualified tips and qualified overtime compensation. But the legislation raises broader questions regarding payroll administration, tax reporting, wage-and-hour compliance, and employer implementation.Audio versions of Beverly Hills Bar Association programs are eligible for Self-Study CLE credit in California. Visit

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59:47

Cumulative Trauma Claims in Workers’ Compensation:...

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2026/09/08

Cumulative trauma claims have surged in California's workers' compensation system, and understanding the forces behind that trend is increasingly essential for practitioners. This program examines the sharp rise in cumulative trauma filings in recent years and explores the relationship between that increase and the widespread adoption of remote appearances in workers' compensation proceedings. Audio versions of Beverly Hills Bar Association programs are eligible for Self-Study CLE credit in

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61:24

Unmasking Judicial Bias: Rhetoric, Neutral Reasoning,...

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2026/09/08

Judicial opinions often present themselves as the product of neutral legal analysis, but the reasoning embedded in landmark decisions can encode gender and racial bias while maintaining an appearance of objectivity. This program examines how courts employ enthymematic reasoning, arguments built on unstated premises that audiences are invited to accept as self-evident, to naturalize value judgments that produce profoundly unequal outcomes. Dr. Susan Tanner, University of Louisville Brandeis School of

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117:16

Defending ADA Claims: What Every Business Lawyer...

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2026/09/07

More and more business owners and companies are being subjected to ADA claims. Knowing key defenses and strategies can not only mitigate damages but win it for you and your client. Join Matthew Kenefick, Jeffer Mangels & Mitchell LLP and Hillary Johns, Hillary Johns, Trial Lawyer, in a panel discussion as Matt Kenfick discusses claims, defenses and strategies so that you can protect your clients. Credits: 2.00 Hours. Credit Type: General. Specialty Area: None. Original Air Date:

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36:36

Claws, Paws, and Laws: Protecting the Animal...

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2026/09/07

As animals take on increasingly prominent roles in branding and marketing, the legal tools available to protect their commercial identities matter. The right of publicity and right of privacy apply only to persons, leaving animal performers exposed to unauthorized use of their name, image, and likeness. Trademark law fills that gap. Registered under the Lanham Act, a trademark can protect an animal's likeness, name, or associated marks against consumer confusion and unauthorized commercial

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62:22

Strategic Negotiation for Lawyers - Lessons from the...

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2026/09/06

This discussion will explore how proven negotiation and de-escalation strategies from FBI crisis negotiation and military leadership can be applied to the practice of law. Through a conversation with Judge Alan Honeycutt, an FBI-trained crisis negotiator, military leader, and judicial officer, and moderated by Neda Saghafi of Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP, attendees will gain practical insights into communicating under pressure, building rapport in high-conflict situations, influencing outcomes

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71:30

Self-Trust: The Flip Side of Impostor Syndrome

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2026/09/05

During this program, participants will examine the complexities of Impostor Syndrome and self-doubt, its prevalence in the legal profession, and ways to identify common triggers. Participants will also learn strategies to anticipate and mitigate Impostor Syndrome. Lastly, participants will be introduced to techniques that help cultivate and strengthen Self-Trust. Audio versions of Beverly Hills Bar Association programs are eligible for Self-Study CLE credit in California. Visit

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60:24

Who Owns You When You Die A Deep Dive into...

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2026/09/04

Chang Chae will use his experience in advising celebrity clients and estates in handling their name and likeness and similar intellectual property rights. He will explain how to plan for the disposition of these rights and how to deal with the Internal Revenue Service regarding valuation of these rights and similar issues (including an examination of the important factors in the Estate of Michael Jackson tax court case). Audio versions of Beverly Hills Bar Association programs are eligible for

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63:03

So You Want to be a Space Lawyer? Don't Forget the...

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2026/09/04

Space has become big business that has entered the "mainstream" of commercial activity. Whether building satellites, launching rockets, deploying commercial space stations, developing ground infrastructure, or pursuing in-space manufacturing, lunar, asteroid or mars missions, space-related companies are here to stay and to evolve. Along with the evolution of the business, so are the relevant laws and regulations evolving, both in the United States and internationally. Every space-based venture has

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62:23

Mediating Tenant/Landlord Habitability Cases

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2026/09/03

Signature Resolution mediator Andrew Westley breaks down what it takes to resolve high-stakes landlord-tenant lawsuits in California’s strict regulatory climate. Using real-world examples, the discussion digs into the toughest hurdles at the mediation table, from hidden insurance gaps and lopsided financial risks to unresolved emotional obstacles. Ultimately, attendees will walk away with practical strategies for cutting through the conflict to reach a fair resolution. Audio versions of Beverly

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30:55

The IRS Mailbox Rule – The Effect of USPS’s Recent...

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2026/09/03

The USPS has implemented new mail routing and postmarking procedures that may affect how practitioners document timely filing with taxing agencies. In this program, Ani Galyan, Galyan Law, will explain what these changes mean for legal and compliance workflows and outline best practices to ensure filings are accepted as timely. Topics will include: - How the new USPS processing system affects postmarks - Risks for tax and regulatory deadlines - Reliable proof‑of‑mailing methods - Recommended

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59:22

What Recent Court Decisions Reveal About Website...

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2026/09/02

California's wave of cookie and pixel tracking litigation is reshaping the legal landscape for businesses and their counsel, and Usama Kahf, Fisher Phillips, will examine recent rulings decided in April and May 2025 to draw lessons from both defense wins and plaintiff victories. Courts have issued decisions under the California Invasion of Privacy Act and the federal Electronic Communications Privacy Act with outcomes turning heavily on consent architecture, data sensitivity, and whether tracking

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65:15

Cannabis After Schedule III: What Reclassification...

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2026/09/02

The legal ground under the cannabis industry just shifted. On April 22, 2026, the U.S. Department of Justice issued a final order moving medical marijuana licensed under state law from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act. A broader DEA administrative hearing on rescheduling all marijuana begins June 29, 2026. Reclassification reaches well beyond drug policy. It changes how cannabis businesses are taxed under Section 280E, reshapes banking and investment options, and raises

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