August 2024 CT

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FLOOR OPENS AND COMPLIMENTARY GRAB & GO BREAKFAST $1,000 PRIZE DRAWING

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM 9:00 AM 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

When You Need a Magic Wand: Handling Lawsuits Against Your Board or Association (Homeowner Track) - This session will provide attendees with critical information about protecting themselves and their association when litigation is filed. The speakers, both expert witnesses in the industry, will discuss what they look for in the preparation of their report so that attendees can be proactive in having the most important information documented and ready for when it needs to be produced. Starting with the timely notification of the association’s insurance carrier, the most important elements to writing an incident report and through the discovery process where documents are produced and depositions taken, best practices for helping your attorney create the strongest defense will be discussed. Our expert witness speakers are not attorneys and will not provide legal advice, but they have prepared hundreds of expert reports and will provide invaluable information on how an expert helps in the prosecution or defense of a claim. Presenters: Chuck Graziano, PCAM, Wilkin Management Group, Inc., AAMC & Elaine Warga-Murray, CMCA, AMS, PCAM, MA, RMG, Regency Management Group, Inc. Enchanted Boundaries: Mastering Personal Limits in Association Relationships (Manager Track) - Explore the critical topic of enforcing personal boundaries within associations in this comprehensive course. Gain insights into addressing very bad behavior within organizational settings, understanding the spectrum of duties—express, implied, and legal—that define boundaries. Delve into the powers available—both explicit and implied by law—that empower individuals and organizations to enforce these boundaries effectively. Learn methods to mitigate conflicts and maintain a respectful environment. Understand the complexities of protected class status for both accusers and accused individuals, ensuring equitable treatment and procedural fairness. Examine the historical evolution and current applications of temporary and final protective orders, including the impact of the July 24, 2023 amendment to N.J.S.A. 2C:14-13 effective January 1, 2024. Explore specific legal statutes such as N.J.S.A. 2C:12-10 on stalking and N.J.S.A. 2C:33-4.1 on cyber-harassment, equipping yourself with the knowledge to navigate and enforce boundaries in the digital age. Presenter: Fran McGovern, Esq., EBP, McGovern Legal Services LLC $1,000 PRIZE DRAWING COMPLIMENTARY GRAB & GO LUNCH (MAY EAT WHILE ATTENDING EDUCATION) EDUCATION ON MAIN STAGE The Mysticism of New Jersey Legislation: LAC Update - Join us for a one-hour legislative update session as representatives from the New Jersey chapter Legislative Action Committee (NJ-LAC), discuss legislative and regulatory issues affecting common interest communities in New Jersey. Presenters: Matt Earle, Esq., Kates, Nussman, Ellis, Farhi & Earle LLP, Michele Jaker, MBI, Terry Kessler, Esq., Hill Wallack LLP, Andrew Podolski, Esq., Stark & Stark Attorneys at Law, & Gregory Vinogradsky, Esq., EBP, Callahan & Fusco, LLC $1,000 PRIZE DRAWING, MANAGER ALL ACCESS PASS DRAWING, COFFEE & TEA BREAK Unlocking the Magic: ADR for Amicable Resolutions in Your Community (Homeowner Track) - Feeling the magic of your community wane due to disputes? Join Becker & Poliakoff LLP Shareholder John S. Prisco, Esq., EBP as he unlocks the secrets of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) for harmonious living! Learn how to navigate disagreements peacefully with mediation and arbitration techniques. Discover how ADR saves your association time and money compared to traditional litigation. Bolster your community with strong ADR provisions in your governing documents, and master the skills for successful conflict resolution. Unleash the magic within your community by harnessing the power of ADR! Presenter: John Prisco, Esq., EBP, Becker Abracadabra! Creating a Magical, Safe, Secure & Hospitable Environment for Your Community (Manager Track) - This session will share the basics and best practices in safety, security and hospitality as they relate to the quality of community association living. In today’s age of artificial intelligence and advancements in technology in general, community association living still demands the magic touch of human interaction, involvement, relationships, knowledge, experience, and collaboration. Presenters: Cory Haynes & Salvatore Ingui, APC Security Services Inc. $1,000 PRIZE DRAWING, ENCHANTED QUEST DRAWING & FOLLOWED BY THE TRADE SHOW FLOOR CLOSING

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