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Elder Abuse: What Do We Know from Research and Practice?

The Center for Victim Research (CVR) invites you to attend our upcoming webinar, “Elder Abuse: What Do We Know from Research and Practice" on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 from 2 to 3 pm ET, which will focus on the current evidence surrounding challenges faced by older adult victims of crime. CVR researchers, Storm Ervin and Erica Henderson, will present findings from CVR’s synthesis on elder abuse, exploring a wide range of abusive behaviors and including materials produced by researchers, practitioners, and organizations dedicated to aging and elder abuse. Guest speaker, Mary Lynn Kasunic, from the Area Agency on Aging, Region One, will describe…

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A Right to Know: What Human Trafficking Survivors and Their Advocates Need to Know About Monetary Remedies in the Law

In 2003, Congress amended Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA) to add a civil remedy provision. Most states have now followed Congress’ lead by passing human trafficking laws that also included a survivor’s right to sue. For many years these civil remedy provisions in the law have been underutilized in the fight against the crime of human trafficking. This seminar is designed to serve as an introduction to the civil remedy options available to survivors. Webinar Objectives: Why should every trafficking survivor consider filing a civil case? When should a survivor consider filing a civil case? Can a civil case be…

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AAJ Amped Up

The need to learn more, do more and adapt is now more crucial than ever. Trial Lawyers are fighters, we fight for our clients and we fight for justice. By attending AAJ’s AMPED-UP, you will make sure you have the tools and the most up to date information for your practice and your clients. AMPED-UP is offering unparalleled education, crucial connections with a national network of lawyers, and updates to the business and technology solutions you need right now. Join us for the three day virtual event that will transform how you learn, give you access to education on your…

$595

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Parking in the Red Zone: Understanding Violent Crimes in Parking Lots

According to the Department of Justice, more than 7% of all non-murder, violent victimizations occur in parking lots.  Though that calculation does not include murders, this webinar will step though some of the most important violent crimes of all kinds that occur in parking lots.  For each, there will be a discussion of how to minimize them, how to spot risks that may help you protect yourself, and how victims can sometimes seek remedies. Participants will be encouraged to interact during the webinar with the goal that the speaker and participants alike gain a better understanding through the conversation.

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Civil Justice for Victims of Crime in West Virginia

Many victims of crime do not pursue civil remedies because they are not aware of the benefits that the civil justice system can offer. Educated victim service providers are a key to raising awareness among victims about their civil justice rights. Because of this, the National Crime Victim Bar Association, NCVBA, offers free, full day, civil justice seminars across the nation in order to educate victim service providers and advocates. The seminars provide a basic overview of the civil justice system so that advocates can inform victims of appropriate legal services and remedies to help them rebuild their lives.

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2020 NCBVA Conference

Hilton Downtown Atlanta 255 Courland St. NE, Atlanta, GA

The National Crime Victim Bar Association (NCVBA) National Conference provides essential, cutting-edge information on current legal subjects, as well as offers important resources and litigation strategies that attorneys need to best represent crime victims. Held in conjunction with the National Training Institute of the National Center for Victims of Crime, this annual gathering brings together up to 1,000 victim advocates, civil attorneys, criminal justice professionals, and law enforcement officers to share their knowledge and experience across disciplines. See https://victimbar.org/conferences/ for more information on pricing and registration.

$500

Criminal vs. Civil cases: Understanding the Crucial Interplay for Sexual Abuse/Assault Victims

Often, victims of sexual assault and their families face many uncertainties and difficult choices in the aftermath of an assault, including whether to hire an attorney and what to expect from a prosecutor versus a civil attorney. One of the most confusing aspects of our justice system is the interplay between the civil and criminal justice systems. This webinar will explain the differences between the two systems, specifically as they pertain to sexual assault and abuse victims and what victims can expect from each of the systems. Attorneys Dave Ring and Matt Murphy will discuss their experience with both the…

Civil Justice for Victims of Crime in Georgia

Georgia State University College of Law 85 Park Place NE, Atlanta, Georgia

Many victims of crime do not pursue civil remedies because they are not aware of the benefits that the civil justice system can offer. Educated victim service providers are a key to raising awareness among victims about their civil justice rights. Because of this, the National Crime Victim Bar Association, NCVBA, offers free, full day, civil justice seminars across the nation in order to educate victim service providers and advocates. The seminars provide a basic overview of the civil justice system so that advocates can inform victims of appropriate legal services and remedies to help them rebuild their lives.

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2021 NCVBA National Conference

Hilton Downtown Atlanta 255 Courland St. NE, Atlanta, GA

The National Crime Victim Bar Association (NCVBA) National Conference provides essential, cutting-edge information on current legal subjects, as well as offers important resources and litigation strategies that attorneys need to best represent crime victims. Held in conjunction with the National Training Institute of the National Center for Victims of Crime, this annual gathering brings together up to 1,000 victim advocates, civil attorneys, criminal justice professionals, and law enforcement officers to share their knowledge and experience across disciplines.

$500.00 – $750.00

Civil Justice for Victims of Crime in West Virginia

Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center 200 Civic Center Drive, Charleston

Many victims of crime do not pursue civil remedies because they are not aware of the benefits that the civil justice system can offer. Educated victim service providers are a key to raising awareness among victims about their civil justice rights. Because of this, the National Crime Victim Bar Association, NCVBA, offers free, full day, civil justice seminars across the nation in order to educate victim service providers and advocates. The seminars provide a basic overview of the civil justice system so that advocates can inform victims of appropriate legal services and remedies to help them rebuild their lives.

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2022 NCVBA National Conference

St. Louis Union Station Hilton 1820 Market St, St. Louis, MO

The National Crime Victim Bar Association (NCVBA) National Conference provides essential, cutting-edge information on current legal subjects, as well as offers important resources and litigation strategies that attorneys need to best represent crime victims. Held in conjunction with the National Training Institute of the National Center for Victims of Crime, this annual gathering brings together up to 1,000 victim advocates, civil attorneys, criminal justice professionals, and law enforcement officers to share their knowledge and experience across disciplines.

$500.00 – $750.00

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