Aug. 5, 2015 – The 2015 Health, Labor, and Employment Law Institute at the Wilderness Hotel and Golf Resort in Wisconsin Dells will help you focus on the big picture, with four plenary sessions, the option to choose from 18 breakout sessions for a customized experience that fits your interests and your practice, and additional CLE sessions available when the institute is over.
Learn how to understand the factors that contribute to lawyer happiness at the optional CLE luncheon Thursday, featuring Dr. Gregory Van Rybroek, director of Mendota Mental Health Institute. He’ll empower you to determine what happiness means for you in your career and personal life.
Check out the complete schedule for complete descriptions of breakout sessions, and these plenary sessions:
Managing Whistleblower Claims Under the FCA
Patrick S. Coffey of Whyte Hirschboeck Dudek S.C., Paul T. Van Den Heuvel of Mercy Health System Corp., and Stacy Gerber Ward of the U.S. Attorney's Office Eastern District Civil will break down the trends in whistleblower cases and help you understand the relationship between qui tam relators and government health fraud enforcement authorities. You’ll gain perspective on the common triggers for these controversies and the effective management of this still growing area of risk.
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Get the most out of the institute with the event app for your mobile device. It has everything you need to keep on schedule, find your way around, dig deeper into topics, and connect through social media.
With the app, you can:
- Create a personalized schedule with reminders and room locations, so you don’t have to worry about being late for a session.
- Access course materials, find more information on speakers, and provide feedback on the types of sessions you enjoy and want to see more of in the future.
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General Counsel Roundtable
David Cade with the American Health Lawyers Association, Christine E. Woleske of Bellin Health, and Choua L. Vang of Bellin Health will explain how they perceive and address issues such as health care reform implementation, the implications of social media in the workplace, a continuing trend toward consolidation, talent acquisition, engagement and retention, and many others. Moderated by Ralph V. Topinka of ProHealth Care.
Technology Used in the Practice of Law: What are your Benefits and your Risks?
The use of technology has become a big aspect of every practice, no matter the field. Dean Dietrich of Ruder Ware LLSC and Timothy Pierce of State Bar of Wisconsin explain the benefits and risks of common and emerging technologies and how they impact you and your practice.
When Disaster Strikes! How to Ensure Compliance in Crisis Management from a Health and Employment Law Perspective
Daniel Finerty, of Lindner & Marsack S.C., Tom O’Day of Godfrey & Kahn, S.C., and David Laatsch, Senior Director of Strategic Planning with Aurora Healthcare will prepare you to face the worst. They’ll provide insight on how you can prepare for and manage legal compliance with HIPPA, OSHA, and ADA mandates when hurricanes, pandemics, and more land your hospital in the eye of the storm.
Attend Webcasts after the Institute at No Additional Cost
Having trouble deciding between two sessions scheduled at the same time? Relax. We’ve got you covered. We’ll be recording and webcasting select breakout sessions at later dates – and institute attendees can attend the first two webcast days absolutely free. Catch the session that didn’t fit into your schedule, check out one in another area of interest, and earn additional CLE.
CLE and EPR Credits
The institute’s CLE sessions will be submitted for general program approval by the Wisconsin Board of Bar Examiners for up to 12 CLE credits including up to 1 EPR credits. It will also be submitted for Minnesota CLE credit.
A Perfect Mini-Getaway
Located in the heart of the Wisconsin Dells, the Wilderness Hotel & Golf Resort features a golf course, spa, fine dining, waterparks, and retail shopping. It’s perfect for a mini-getaway at the end of summer.
While the date for assuring the institute room rate at Glacier Canyon Lodge is past, be sure to call (800) 867-9453 to see whether there’s room still available at the institute’s block rate.
How to Register
To register for the institute, go online to WisBar’s Marketplace or call Customer Service at (608) 257-3838 or (800) 728-7788.
The luncheon is optional, so make sure your registration includes the luncheon if you want to find your happiness - and earn even more CLE.
To register for the luncheon, make sure to select it from the add-on options bar when you register.