MPP attorneys Derek A. Simpson and Christian A. Carrillo will present this topic at a Microdesk BuildingSuccess reception in Fresno, CA.
MPP attorneys Mehrdad Farivar, Creighton Sebra and Christopher Menjou discussed this topic at the American Institute of Architects Los Angeles Chapter's annual MOBIUS LA Conference.
Description: In the current economic climate, collection is a key challenge. Liens are a form of securitizing payment of your fees. You have lien rights both for projects that go into construction and for those that do not. Learn about Mechanics’ Liens and Design Professionals’ Liens, including entitlement to such liens, required notices, timelines and other formalities. Knowing these basics can make the difference between collecting your fees versus becoming a victim of bad debt. It can also help you negotiate better contracts by securing lien rights early, and maintaining the ability to enforce them.
MPP Managing Partner Donald Ridge spoke on the role of driving, managing and creating change in these difficult times.
MPP attorney Diana Kotler presented this topic at the 26th Annual DRI Drug and Medical Device Seminar in San Francisco, California.
Hosted by:Association of Corporate Counsel America, Southern California Chapter (ACCA-SoCal)Morris Polich & Purdy LLPNever before have Food, Drug and Healthcare companies felt the pressure of issues arising simultaneously on the state, national and international level. At this uniquely trying time, day-to-day legal and business activities are the focus of inquiries by Congress, FDA and FTC, as well as the public and Plaintiffs bar. Three MCLE Panels:
Networking Reception: Take advantage of this opportunity to interact and exchange ideas with in-house colleagues practicing in this exciting area, as well as presenters from both the United States and United Kingdom.Time:2:30 P.M. - Check-in3 P.M. to 6 P.M. - Three MCLE Panels 6 P.M. - Networking Reception
Venue:USC Orange County Center2300 Michelson Drive Irvine, CA 92612
MPP attorneys Theodore Levin and Derek Simpson spoke on legal issues affecting sustainable design in front of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) San Fernando Valley Chapter.
MPP Partner David Brandon spoke at the DRI Insurance Coverage and Claims Institute in Chicago, IL.
Description: The policy limits are exhausted and you need to inform your client that the insurer has terminated defense funding. Your attorney-client relationship up to this point may affect the client's reaction to the news - surprise, anger, the threat of a lawsuit or ethical complaint, a refusal to pay future defense costs, or cooperation and understanding. This program explores the ethical and practical aspects of the burning limits policy.
Design professionals received some practical risk management tips and were brought up to date on major economic loss cases across the country in a March 23 webinar presented by MPP attorneys Nick Wieczorek and Richard Nakamura for the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC). Entitled "Understanding The Economic Loss Doctrine: Las Vegas And Beyond," the 90-minute program discussed last year’s watershed opinion from the Nevada Supreme Court in Terracon v. Mandalay Bay Resort Group. Terracon upheld the economic loss doctrine in favor of a geotechnical firm that faced a $50 million damages claim on its $28,500 contract. The webinar looked at state supreme court cases from Washington, Utah and Arizona decided after Terracon, and offered specific suggestions to avoid the type of crushing liability claims that can be made against construction and design professionals working on commercial projects. MPP co-authored an amicus brief on behalf of ACEC in Terracon, and has been involved in several matters and appeals involving the economic loss doctrine.
Creighton Sebra and Derek Simpson spoke in front of the ACEC-CA Sequoia Chapter, and discussed approaches to protecting your business during these difficult economic times, including contract and other practical strategies, as well as the use of design professional liens, mechanics liens and stop notices to your advantage.
Creighton Sebra and Derek Simpson spoke in front of the ACEC-CA San Joaquin Valley Chapter, and discussed approaches to protecting your business during these difficult economic times, including contract and other practical strategies, as well as the use of design professional liens, mechanics liens and stop notices to your advantage.
MPP Partner Beth Kahn was a panelist in the above session at the ABA Insurance Coverage Litigation Committee CLE Seminar at the Westin La Paloma in Tucson, AZ.
Description: This panel will discuss the nature of EPL coverage including what constitutes a "claim" in the context of employee demand letters and EEOC Charges, late notice issues and strategies for insurers and policyholders when confronted with employment-related claims.
MPP attorneys Marc Katz, Beth Kahn and Mark Angert spoke at the California Association for Adult Day Services (CAADS) Winter Meeting at the Del Mar Hilton in San Diego.
Description: This course will provide an overview of legal challenges facing our industry and what needs to be done to prevent these problems from affecting your center and you personally. In this course, attendees will be able to:
Beth Kahn was a panelist in the "Independent Counsel" Toolbox Lunch Session entitled "Insurance Coverage on the Horizon: Oasis or Mirage?" at the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix, AZ.
MPP Partners Theodore D. Levin, P.E., Esq. and D. Creighton Sebra, Esq. spoke in front of the Consulting Structural Engineers Society, and discussed approaches to protecting your business during these difficult economic times, including contract and other practical strategies, as well as the use of design professional liens, mechanics liens and stop notices to your advantage.
Theodore D. Levin and D. Creighton Sebra presented this session at the ACEC California 2010 Annual Conference in Sacramento.
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Presented by Beth A. Kahn and Douglas H. Hoang.
For the first time we brought together four of the world’s leading climate change experts to explain, in layman's terms, what climate change really is. A newly-discovered technique for measuring climate change was revealed, which could affect the ways that insurance professionals assess potential risks and the policies needed for the future.
Time: 4:00pm - 5:30pm Location: Lloyd's of London, Old Library
Richard Nakamura, Partner in MPP’s Los Angeles Office, was Co-Chair of CMCP’s Annual Business Conference, entitled “Facing the Future with 20/20 Vision.” The conference was held September 24-25, 2009, at the Downtown Los Angeles Marriott.
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Title: Rebuilding California’s Infrastructure: The Impacts for Civil Engineers Moderators:
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Morning Education Session: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Avoiding Anti-Trust, Protecting Intellectual Property and Other Legal Challenges Two experienced practitioners offered practical advice and discussed recent developments in areas of interest to associations:
MPP Partners Mehrdad Farivar, Mark Hellenkamp, Gerald Schneeweis and Nicholas Wieczorek spoke in Las Vegas on the following topics:
Morris Polich & Purdy LLP hosted a Dessert and Open Bar Party in celebration of Guy Fawkes Day. The evening included: live music by SHAKE, open bar, desserts, plus an amazing view of San Francisco. Hotel Nikko 222 Mason Street, San Francisco CA The Golden Gate Room
Partners Jeffrey S. Barron and Nicholas M. Wieczorek spoke on "Selected Issues Concerning Insurer Duties to Defend and Settle" at a Las Vegas conference. Their program covered the following: The Duty to Defend
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Morris Polich & Purdy LLP were Silver Sponsors of the annual Haven House Golf Classic, whcih was held on May 12, 2008 at the Calabasas Golf & Country Club. Haven House is the nation's first shelter for battered women, founded over 40 years ago, and has since become a model for similar facilities across the U.S. Haven House is also a leading advocate for abused women and children with public policy makers.
As scientists link evidence of climate change to human factors, a new era of risk management problems is emerging. A first wave of lawsuits seeking to assign liability and recover damages for alleged climate change losses is now proceeding through the U.S. courts. This seminar was designed to explore the factual and legal theories, the strategies being employed, and the liability insurance implications.
2008 Symposium on Real Estate Law and Business Hosted by: USC Gould School of Law Millennium Biltmore Hotel, Downtown Los Angeles 3:00pm, Thursday, April 24, 2008 Mehrdad Farivar moderated a panel that discussed the topic of "Getting the Most Out of your Contractor and Architect Agreements: A Look at the 2007 AIA Form." Panel Description: This panel will review the top 10 to 15 hot issues in the new AIA documents in a lively debate format that will include the contractor's, owner's and architect's points of view. The Symposium is the most highly attended real estate law and business conference in Southern California.
Sue Junn focused on "Protecting the Insurance Professional" at a program entitled "Success, Money, Power and Women," hosted by the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA). Program Description: Join some of the most dynamic women in the Financial & Insurance Industry, sharing their successes and passing on to you how they reached the top.
11:30am - 1:30pm at the Westin South Coast Plaza Lunch and Seminar provided Free of Charge Speakers: Gerald P. Schneeweis, Mark E. Hellenkamp, & George T. Brandon Description: discover the secrets of Internet promotion, and protect your business from costly legal issues! Topics include: trademark issues, copyright issues, defamation & free speech, push & pull marketing.