Surgent's Business Law Essentials for Practitioners and Controllers (BLAW)

Course Details

Date

Friday, February 14, 2020

7:00am – 3:00pm (Registration: 4:01pm)

Location

Online

CPE Credit

8 hours CPE credit

Level of Knowledge

Beginning

Vendor

Surgent McCoy CPE, LLC

Prerequisites

None

Description

This course covers basic legal principles that every accountant should be familiar with to avoid common legal disputes and costly litigation. By analyzing business law issues from the standpoint and background of accountants and auditors, this course will help you develop an approach to client and practice issues with a sensitivity and appreciation for the legal ramifications that can occur.

Highlights

  • The various types of corporations
  • Securities law basics
  • Contract principles
  • Partnerships and limited liability entities
  • Worker classification
  • Employee rights and the duties of employers
  • Intellectual property
  • Real property law
  • Bankruptcy basics
  • The court system and litigation process
  • Alternative dispute resolution

Objectives

  • Identify the most common legal issues arising in the business context
  • Understand the general legal rules applicable to business situations
  • Appreciate the role that accountants can play in identifying and resolving legal problems
  • Understand how the dispute resolution system works

Designed For

All practitioners and controllers who want a better understanding of how the law can impact their practice and their clients

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Course Pricing

WYOCPA Member Fee
$239.00

Non-Member Fee
$239.00

Your Price
$239.00

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