Need Continuing Education Credit?
To help clients meet various state Department of Insurance continuing education obligations, we offer several free webinars throughout the year. If you would like to have a webinar conducted exclusively for your company, we'll be happy to accommodate. Private webinars provide free continuing education credit while allowing for more individualized content and increased dialogue.
The information below will be updated periodically to reflect additional states in which approval has been obtained.
Simplifying Compliance with the Medicare Secondary Payer Act in Liability Cases
Presented by: Melisa Zwilling
Determining the steps to take in liability cases to ensure compliance with the Medicare Secondary Payer Act can be very confusing. Dealing with delays, miscommunications, fluctuating claim amounts and difficult plaintiffs or opposing counsel often results in frustration. This webinar will include a discussion of the law, including some very interesting cases, and will simplify your obligations with regard to Medicare Secondary Payer Act compliance in the liability context.
This webinar is approved for one hour of continuing education credit by the Department of Insurance in the following states: AL, AR, CA, CT, DE, FL, GA, IN, KY, LA, MS, NV, NH, NM, NC, OK, RI, TX, VT, WV, and WY.
This webinar is also approved for one hour of professional development credit by HRCI (Human Resource Certification Institute) and SHRM (Society for Human Resource Managers) for Human Resource Professionals.
Date: April 17, 2024
Time: 1:00 central
How to Not Get Sued for Discrimination or Harassment
Presented by: Melisa Zwilling
No employer wants to be sued, but employment-related lawsuits are on the rise and jury verdicts in employment cases are out of control. There are steps every employer can take to greatly reduce the likelihood of being sued for discrimination or harassment. In the event a lawsuit is filed, those preventative measures can provide great defenses to, at the very least, reduce damages. This webinar will cover some of the easiest and most effective steps every employer can, and should, take starting NOW!
This webinar is approved for one hour of continuing education credit by the Department of Insurance in the following states: AL, AR, CA, CT, DE, FL, GA, IN, KY, LA, MS, NV, NH, NM, NC, OK, RI, TX, VT, WV, and WY.
This webinar is also approved for one hour of professional development credit by HRCI (Human Resource Certification Institute) and SHRM (Society for Human Resource Managers) for Human Resource Professionals.
Date: May 14, 2024
Time: 1:00 central
ETHICS: Beware What You Put in Writing: Emails and Text Messages Can and Will be Used Against You in Litigation
Presented by: Melisa Zwilling
Emails and text messages are becoming one of the main pieces of evidence used in litigation against companies. Managers should be cautious about what type of information is reduced to writing and how employees typically communicate, internally and with company lawyers. When it may apply, certain steps should be taken to ensure that information is protected by the attorney/client privilege. This webinar will include recommendations for maintaining the attorney/client privilege and rules that should be put in place for how employees and managers communicate about company business.
This webinar is approved for one hour of continuing education credit by the Department of Insurance in the following states: AL, AR, CA, DE, FL, GA, IN, KY, LA, MS, NV, NH, NM, NC, OK, RI, TX, VT, WV, and WY.
This webinar is also approved for one hour of professional development credit by HRCI (Human Resource Certification Institute) and SHRM (Society for Human Resource Managers) for Human Resource Professionals.
Date: June 13, 2024
Time: 1:00 central
Medicare Secondary Payer Conditional Payment Claim Guidance for Workers' Compensation and Liability Cases
Presented by: Melisa Zwilling
Understanding how and when Medicare Conditional Payment claims arise is vital to correct claim handling and resolution. When problems do occur, knowing how to address them quickly and effectively is key. This webinar will include an overview of the Medicare Secondary Payer Act concerning Medicare Conditional Payment claims and a discussion of interesting case law, as well as tips to avoid lawsuits and penalties.
This webinar is approved for one hour of continuing education credit by the Department of Insurance in the following states: AL, AR, CA, CT, DE, FL, GA, IN, KY, LA, MS, NV, NH, NM, NC, OK, RI, TX, VT, WV, and WY.
This webinar is also approved for one hour of professional development credit by HRCI (Human Resource Certification Institute) and SHRM (Society for Human Resource Managers) for Human Resource Professionals.
Date: July 16, 2024
Time: 1:00 central
ETHICS: Ethical Considerations Concerning Artificial Intelligence in Legal, Employment and Insurance Relationships Webinar
Presented by: Melisa Zwilling
At first glance, it may seem that a failure to embrace AI is unwise and shortsighted. Upon closer examination, however, the myriad ethical issues involved establish just the opposite. During this webinar, we will explore a multitude of ethical issues that should be considered in connection with the use of AI.
This webinar is approved for one hour of continuing education credit by the Department of Insurance in the following states: AL, AR, CA, CT, DE, FL, GA, IN, KY, LA, MS, NV, NH, NM, NC, OK, RI, TX, VT, WV, and WY.
This webinar is also approved for one hour of professional development credit by HRCI (Human Resource Certification Institute) and SHRM (Society for Human Resource Managers) for Human Resource Professionals.
Date: August 20, 2024
Time: 1:00 central
Medicare Advantage Plans & Prescription Drug Plans: Ensuring Compliance with the MSPA
Presented by: Melisa Zwilling
Under the Medicare Secondary Payer Act (MSPA), an obligation exists to repay Medicare Advantage Plans (MAPs) and Prescription Drug Plans (PDPs) for payments made for treatment in connection with injuries for which a beneficiary receives a settlement, judgment or similar monetary payment. This webinar will cover the MSPA related to MAPs and PDPs in addition to relevant case law. We will explore ways to ensure compliance with the law and avoid substantial penalties.
This webinar is approved for one hour of continuing education credit by the Department of Insurance in the following states: AL, AR, CA, CT, DE, FL, GA, IN, KY, LA, MS, NV, NH, NM, NC, OK, RI, TX, VT, WV, and WY.
Approval is pending and expected for one hour of professional development credit by HRCI (Human Resource Certification Institute) and SHRM (Society for Human Resource Managers) for Human Resource Professionals.
Date: September 10, 2024
Time: 1:00 central
A Little Bit About a Lot: Tips on Successfully Handling Common Employment Issues
Presented by: Melisa Zwilling
What steps should an employer take in response to a complaint of harassment? What conditions constitute a disability and what protections exist for employees regarding the same? How should claims of discrimination be investigated? What steps should be taken before a poor performer’s employment is terminated? During this webinar, we will discuss these issues and more!
This webinar is approved for one hour of continuing education credit by the Department of Insurance in the following states: AL, AR, CA, CT, DE, FL, GA, IN, KY, LA, MS, NV, NM, NC, OK, RI, TX, VT, WV, and WY.
Approval is pending and expected from the Department of Insurance to provide continuing education credit in the states of: NH.
Approval is pending and expected for one hour of professional development credit by HRCI (Human Resource Certification Institute) and SHRM (Society for Human Resource Managers) for Human Resource Professionals.
Date: October 8, 2024
Time: 1:00 central
I Never Should Have Hired Him in the First Place! Navigating Common Employment Issues and Not Getting Sued
Presented by: Melisa Zwilling
During this webinar we will discuss some of the legal issues employers are facing as a result of an incredibly tight job market. Hiring a warm body may seem like a good solution, but it can present numerous challenges and result in lawsuits. This webinar will provide an overview of some common issues and tips for avoiding problems.
This webinar is approved for one hour of continuing education credit by the Department of Insurance in the following states: AL, AR, CA, CT, DE, FL, GA, IN, KY, LA, MS, NV, NM, NC, OK, RI, TX, VT, WV, and WY.
Approval is pending and expected for one hour of professional development credit by HRCI (Human Resource Certification Institute) and SHRM (Society for Human Resource Managers) for Human Resource Professionals.
Date: November 5, 2024
Time: 1:00 central
ETHICS: Let’s Talk Ethics: A Review of Common Ethical Issues in Legal and Employment Relationships
Presented by: Melisa Zwilling
During this webinar, we will review the attorney/client privilege, work product doctrine and the duty to maintain confidentiality. We’ll also look at ethical obligations of clients with regard to the preservation of information and documents and participation in the discovery process. Next, we will turn our focus to the employment context and examine relationships between managers and employees. We will discuss social media concerns, including how to prevent oversharing, and the regulation of employee conduct online. The webinar will conclude with a discussion on establishing proper professional boundaries in a work setting.
This webinar is approved for one hour of continuing education credit by the Department of Insurance in the following states: AL, AR, CA, DE, FL, GA, IN, KY, LA, MS, NV, NC, OK, TX, WV, and WY.
Approval is pending and expected from the Department of Insurance to provide continuing education credit in the states of: CT, NH, RI, and VT.
Approval is pending for one hour of professional development credit by HRCI (Human Resource Certification Institute) and SHRM (Society for Human Resource Managers) for Human Resource Professionals.
Date: December 10, 2024
Time: 1:00 central