Connecticut (CT) Class Action CLE Course Catalog

Private antitrust class actions have been on the rise for many years. No matter which political party controls the reins of power, the DOJ and the FTC continue to investigate alleged collusive behavior between competitors in every industry -- and, as day follows night, private civil class action suits seeking treble damages (and attorneys' fees) for violations of the Sherman Act are sure to follow.

Join our panel for a high-level overview of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (“FCRA”) and furnishing – how consumer information is collected, used, and disputed by consumers, data furnishers and consumer reporting agencies (CRAs) roles and responsibilities, including discussing the Metro 2? format.

On June 25, 2021, the U.S. Supreme Court decided Trans Union v. Ramirez ("Ramirez"), to put it in legalese-"no concrete harm, no standing." This webinar will provide an overview on why the holding is important for potential class members under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 23.

Review current trends in cosmetic litigation, including claims about sustainability, animal welfare, health benefits, slack-fill, and purity.

This panel will present a primer on the U.S. pharmaceutical industry, focusing on the typical capital structures of pharmaceutical/development companies versus in-pipeline companies. The panelists will examine the factors leading to the recent surge in pharmaceutical bankruptcy cases and their outcomes/resolutions, as well as ? 363 sales of pharmaceutical companies’ assets and restructurings. Opiate bankruptcy cases such as Purdue and Mallinckrodt will be highlighted, as will ancillary issues that arise in pharmaceutical bankruptcy cases, such as product recalls, regulatory issues (such as with the FDA) and IP licensing issues.

As the COVID-19 pandemic lingers, and litigation filings continue to mount, defendants are looking for innovative solutions and asserting creative substantive and procedural defenses. One of those defenses involves the use of class action waivers.

What should litigators know about this concept of qualified immunity in light of current events? How do current events impact your ability to defend or defeat the doctrine of qualified immunity?

Technology has driven transformation for many areas of the legal profession aiding with tools covering contract management and e-discovery to cloud based systems and big data and analytics. Yet, dispute resolution has yet to feel the full impact of this transformation. What stage are we currently facing? Where will this take us in the next five years?

Hear from leaders who have developed and implemented successful crisis management plans, including Who to involve in the creation of your crisis management plan; Actionable first steps to take when you find yourself in a PR crisis; Strategies for monitoring borderline incidents and determining when to step in.