How to Try a Civil Rights Case

Date: Oct 27, 2022 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location: Online

Event Code: I135422

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A wide range of issues may arise when you handle NJ Civil Rights cases. This program will provide you with a working knowledge of the practical tools that exist to help you evaluate, plan, and execute claims in Section 1983 civil rights proceedings.

TOPICS INCLDUE:

What factual situations give rise to a civil rights case?
Applicable law
Elements of the claim
Affirmative defenses/Immunities/defenses
Federal v. State court
Discovery
- Depositions and interrogatories- questions to defeat any summary judgment motion
- Using experts for liability and causation
- Looking at internal affairs
Settlement negotiations
Trial tips
Practical approach and real-world considerations when handling these claims
... and more!

CLE Credits

NJ CLE:	NJ CLE information: This program has been approved by the Board on Continuing Legal Education of the Supreme Court of New Jersey for 3 hours of total CLE credit (Full Credits Available: NJ General: 3.0).
NY CLE (t&nt):	NY Professional Practice Non-Transitional: 3.0
PA CLE:	PA Substantive Credit: 2.5 $12.00 fee – separate check payable to NJICLE must be submitted at the end of the program

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