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The BBA Environmental Law Section took a hike in New Hampshire on Mt. Percival in September.
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Arts, Entertainment & Sports Law Committee - at BBA; RSVP
No Works Left Behind: A Discussion of Proposed Changes to the Copyright Act Concerning Orphan Works
Peter J. Caruso II, Prince, Lobel, Glovsky & Tye, will review orphan work legislation. The U.S. House and Senate have introduced bills addressing the growing issue surrounding Orphan Works in the Copyright Context. The program will briefly address the history of the Orphan Works problem and legislation, analyze both Senate and House bills, and provide discussion points concerning potential solutions. |
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Air Quality & Climate Change Committee - at BBA; RSVP
The Demise of CAIR: What’s Next?
Please join us for a comprehensive discussion of EPA’s Clean Air Interstate Rule, from its origins and goals, to its vacatur on July 11, 2008, by the D.C. Circuit, and beyond. Tim Williamson and Ron Fein, EPA New England, will discuss CAIR, the DC Circuit’s ruling, and what steps EPA will be taking going forward. Eileen Hiney, MassDEP, will discuss ramifications for Massachusetts and various actions States are considering. Carrie Jenks, M.J. Bradley & Associates, LLC, will discuss reactions of, and what it all means for, the regulated industry. |
| 12:30p |
Trusts & Estates Section Steering Committee - at BBA |
| 5:30p |
Civil Rights & Civil Liberties Section, Criminal Law Section, Litigation Section and New Lawyers Section - at BBA; RSVP
Key Supreme Court Cases of the Last Term and New Term
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Laurie C. Carafone |
As the U.S. Supreme Court begins its new term, our distinguished panelists’ will share their analysis of key decisions affecting civil rights, civil liberties, and criminal justice from the last term. Also hear a preview of issues to be addressed in the new term. Panelists: Thomas J. Carey, Jr., Dwyer & Collora, LLP, Boston College Law School; Victor M. Hansen, New England School of Law; Donna L. Palermino, Northeastern University School of Law, Suffolk University Law School;and Robert H. Smith, Suffolk University Law School. Moderator: Laurie C. Carafone, Dwyer & Collora, LLP. |
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Labor & Employment 151B Committee - at BBA |
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Environmental Law Section Steering Committee - at BBA |
| 12:30p |
Labor & Employment Law Section - at BBA; RSVP
Duty of Loyalty: Does it Apply to Rank-and-File Employees?
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Scott J. Connolly |
Scott J. Connolly, Morse, Barnes-Brown & Pendleton P.C., and Sally L. Adams, Law Office of Sally L. Adams, will discuss the extent to which fiduciary duties, and in particular the duty of loyalty, apply to rank-and-file (non-managerial) employees, using the recent decision by Judge Young (D.Mass.) in Talentburst v. Collabera as a springboard. The speakers represent the opposing parties in the Talentburst case, and were extensively involved in briefing the matter before Judge Young. |
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BBA CLE: Basics of Tax-Free Reorganizations: Acquisitive Reorganizations - at BBA; Register
The panel will provide a thorough analysis of the tax requirements applicable to tax-free reorganizations under Section 368 of the Internal Revenue Code. In addition, the panel will discuss practical solutions to issues that arise in negotiating and closing such a transaction. A representative from the Treasury will provide insight into Treasury’s view on current issues involved in tax-free reorganizations. |
| 4:30p |
Criminal Law Section Steering Committee - at BBA |
| Wednesday, October 8, 2008 |
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| 10:30a |
BBF Investment Committee - at BBA |
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College & University Law Section - at BBA; RSVP
Do Your By-Laws Make the Grade: An Overview of Recent Governance Issues for Universities & Colleges
Maureen Mulligan, Ruberto, Israel & Weiner, P.C., will provide an overview of current best practices in the drafting of non-profit by-laws highlighting some of the recent issues facing non-profits in an era of heightened scrutiny. |
| Thursday, October 9, 2008 |
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Land Use & Development Committee -
at BBA; RSVP
Balancing Urban Waterfront Development with the Public Trust Doctrine Under Chapter 91
Join Rich McGuinness, Deputy Director for Waterfront Planning, Boston Redevelopment Authority, for his presentation focusing on the balance between urban waterfront development and meeting the requirements of the Public Trust Doctrine under Chapter 91. Special emphasis will be placed on the needs and demands of proposed ground floor uses versus the State’s requirements for such ground floor space. In addition, the speaker will lead a discussion on interpreting common terms and phrases used in planning documents, guidelines and regulations regarding urban waterfront planning. |
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Business Law Section Steering Committee - at BBA |
| 12:30p |
Hazardous & Solid Waste Committee - at BBA; RSVP
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Thomas A. Mackie |
Renewable Energy from Waste: Legal and Policy Issues
Thomas A. Mackie, Mackie Shea O'Brien, PC, will discuss the recent legal and policy changes promoting renewable energy, including the Green Communities Act. He will review the role of waste or secondary material as a fuel for renewable energy generation in light of DEP’s evolving solid waste policy, and the moratorium on municipal waste combustion. |
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Election Protection Seminar - at BBA; RSVP |
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Bankruptcy Law Section Steering Committee - at BBA |
| 10:00a |
BBF Executive Committee - at K&L Gates |
| 12:00p |
Tax Law Section Steering Committee - at BBA |
| 1:00p |
BBJ Board of Editors - at BBA |
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