Upcoming Events

Please see below for a listing of MPP's upcoming legal events to add to your calendar. Many of these events occur at or near our offices in Los Angeles, Irvine, San Diego, San Francisco, and Las Vegas. We also have events in other parts of the United States, and around the world.

6/5/2013	Protect Your Business: Understanding Indemnity and Contractual Provisions Understanding indemnity obligations in construction contracts is paramount. On January 1, 2013, new California laws further restricted the scope of indemnity provisions in contracts, necessitating that contracts be carefully reviewed. As a result, the indemnity provision in your current contract may not be enforceable and contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and material vendors should reassess and modify their current contracts, particularly the indemnity provision(s), in order to bring those contracts in line with the new laws. This seminar will address these important changes. Topics will include: Navigating indemnity provisions in construction contracts as modified by California law in January 2013 Making sure your contracts and other documentation are in compliance with current law Essential risk management standard of care strategies that can keep your business in the black Presented By: D. Creighton Sebra, Esq. of Morris Polich & Purdy LLP Audience: This complimentary seminar will provide useful insight for any professional in the construction industry, including general contractors, subcontractors, and material and equipment suppliers. Details: Wednesday, June 5, 2013 600 Townsend Street, Suite 110W San Francisco, CA 94103 Registration/Lunch: 12:30PM - 1:00PM Seminar: 1:00PM - 2:30PM RSVP: Contact Jessy Asfahan (213.417.5113 or ) by Monday, June 3
6/12/2013	Protect Your Business: Understanding Indemnity and Contractual Provisions Understanding indemnity obligations in construction contracts is paramount. On January 1, 2013, new California laws further restricted the scope of indemnity provisions in contracts, necessitating that contracts be carefully reviewed. As a result, the indemnity provision in your current contract may not be enforceable and contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and material vendors should reassess and modify their current contracts, particularly the indemnity provision(s), in order to bring those contracts in line with the new laws. This seminar will address these important changes. Topics will include: Navigating indemnity provisions in construction contracts as modified by California law in January 2013 Making sure your contracts and other documentation are in compliance with current law Essential risk management standard of care strategies that can keep your business in the black Presented By: D. Creighton Sebra, Esq. of Morris Polich & Purdy LLP Audience: This complimentary seminar will provide useful insight for any professional in the construction industry, including general contractors, subcontractors, and material and equipment suppliers. Details: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 Courtyard by Marriott Terrace Room, Lobby Level 11525 Mission Vista Dr. Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 Registration/Lunch: 12:30PM - 1:00PM Seminar: 1:00PM - 2:30PM RSVP: Contact Jessy Asfahan (213.417.5113 or ) by Monday, June 10
6/26/2013	Protect Your Business: Understanding Indemnity and Contractual Provisions Understanding indemnity obligations in construction contracts is paramount. On January 1, 2013, new California laws further restricted the scope of indemnity provisions in contracts, necessitating that contracts be carefully reviewed. As a result, the indemnity provision in your current contract may not be enforceable and contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and material vendors should reassess and modify their current contracts, particularly the indemnity provision(s), in order to bring those contracts in line with the new laws. This seminar will address these important changes. Topics will include: Navigating indemnity provisions in construction contracts as modified by California law in January 2013 Making sure your contracts and other documentation are in compliance with current law Essential risk management standard of care strategies that can keep your business in the black Presented By: D. Creighton Sebra, Esq. of Morris Polich & Purdy LLP Audience: This complimentary seminar will provide useful insight for any professional in the construction industry, including general contractors, subcontractors, and material and equipment suppliers. Details: Wednesday, June 26, 2013 The Grand Event Center Monarch Room 4101 E. Willow Street Long Beach, CA 90815 Registration/Lunch: 12:00PM - 1:00PM Seminar: 1:00PM - 2:30PM RSVP: Contact Jessy Asfahan (213.417.5113 or ) by Monday, June 24
7/17/2013	Avoid Legal Pitfalls: What Every Business Needs to Know In today’s difficult economy, California businesses have enough concerns without the added stress of understanding increasingly complex commercial contracts and complying with bewildering laws and regulations. This fast-paced seminar will provide you with valuable and practical information to help you avoid common mistakes and prevent issues with government agencies, employees, customers and suppliers without breaking the bank or losing your sanity. Presented by: Bill Kirshenbaum of Morris Polich & Purdy LLP. Bill has advised and managed businesses for more than 25 years as a business attorney, general counsel and executive. Audience: This seminar provides useful insight for business owners and senior management in all industry sectors. Details: Wednesday, July 17, 2013 600 Townsend Street, Suite 110W San Francisco, CA 94103 Registration / Lunch: 12:00PM - 12:30PM Seminar: 12:30PM - 2:00PM RSVP: Contact Jessy Asfahan (213.417.5113 or jasfahan@mpplaw.com) by Monday, July 15
7/18/2013	Prevailing Wage Law in California Prevailing wage is a mandatory component of many public works projects. Unfortunately, the law often raises more questions than it answers. What is the prevailing wage? What paperwork do I need? How can I avoid liability and complaints? What if I need help? Let’s start with this seminar. Turn to our experienced panel and you’ll get the answers you seek – and the practical guidance you need to avoid penalties and costly litigation. You’ll learn the nuts and bolts of complying with prevailing wage law – minus the confusion and worries. Sign up now to this Lorman Educational Services seminar and get practical how-to’s on surviving prevailing wage predicaments in your next project. Continuing Education credit is being offered. Benefits for You Understand the intricate rules governing prevailing wages and benefits Adhere to complex guidelines surrounding wage determination Discover how prevailing wages are enforced Implement surefire techniques for complying with the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts Presented By: D. Creighton Sebra, Esq. (Moderator), Sudhir Lay Burgaard, Esq. & Christopher J. Menjou, Esq. of Morris Polich & Purdy LLP Details: Thursday, July 18, 2013 Sheraton Pasadena Hotel 303 East Cordova Street Pasadena, CA 91101 Registration: 8:30AM - 9:00AM Seminar: 9:00AM - 4:30PM RSVP: To register for this event, please click HERE
7/24/2013	Avoid Legal Pitfalls: What Every Business Needs to Know In today’s difficult economy, California businesses have enough concerns without the added stress of understanding increasingly complex commercial contracts and complying with bewildering laws and regulations. This fast-paced seminar will provide you with valuable and practical information to help you avoid common mistakes and prevent issues with government agencies, employees, customers and suppliers without breaking the bank or losing your sanity. Presented by: Bill Kirshenbaum of Morris Polich & Purdy LLP. Bill has advised and managed businesses for more than 25 years as a business attorney, general counsel and executive. Audience: This seminar provides useful insight for business owners and senior management in all industry sectors. Details: Wednesday, July 24, 2013 Radisson Los Angeles at USC, Grand Ballroom 3540 South Figueroa Street Los Angeles, CA 90007 Registration / Lunch: 12:00PM - 12:30PM Seminar: 12:30PM - 2:00PM RSVP: Contact Jessy Asfahan (213.417.5113 or jasfahan@mpplaw.com) by Monday, July 22
7/25/2013	Prevailing Wage Law in California Prevailing wage is a mandatory component of many public works projects. Unfortunately, the law often raises more questions than it answers. What is the prevailing wage? What paperwork do I need? How can I avoid liability and complaints? What if I need help? Let’s start with this seminar. Turn to our experienced panel and you’ll get the answers you seek – and the practical guidance you need to avoid penalties and costly litigation. You’ll learn the nuts and bolts of complying with prevailing wage law – minus the confusion and worries. Sign up now to this Lorman Educational Services seminar and get practical how-to’s on surviving prevailing wage predicaments in your next project. Continuing Education credit is being offered. Benefits for You Understand the intricate rules governing prevailing wages and benefits Adhere to complex guidelines surrounding wage determination Discover how prevailing wages are enforced Implement surefire techniques for complying with the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts Presented By: D. Creighton Sebra, Esq. (Moderator), Sudhir Lay Burgaard, Esq. & Christopher J. Menjou, Esq. of Morris Polich & Purdy LLP Details: Thursday, July 25, 2013 San Bernardino, CA Venue TBD Registration: 8:30AM - 9:00AM Seminar: 9:00AM - 4:30PM RSVP: To register for this event, please click HERE