NYSBA

DWI on Trial - The Big Apple XIII

Thursday, May 9, 2013

- Location -
Radisson Martinique on Broadway
49 West 32nd Street
New York, NY 10001
(212) 736-3800

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Can’t attend in person? The program at this location is also available via simultaneous live webcast option. 
Newly admitted attorneys (less than twenty-four months) must attend the program in person 
to receive New York MCLE credit.

This program carries 8.0 MCLE credits  (5.0 in Areas of Professional Practice; 2.0 in Skills; 1.0 in Ethics)


Description

The New York State Bar Association Bar Association is pleased to present the Thirteenth Annual "DWI on Trial" seminar in New York City.

As always, this program will feature highly renowned national lecturers covering important topics of interest and applicability in the defense of DWI cases. In addition, Program Chair Peter Gerstenzang will speak on the major impact of the new DMV regulations in New York, including the 25 year lookback provision and the lifetime revocation rule.

Reasons to attend:
- Learn how to defend DWI cases
- Get insights on test impeachment
- Discover how to use video to your advantage
- Examine issues of internet ethics in DWI cases
- Learn about the 2012 NYS DMV regulations and their major impact on DWI defense practice

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from nationally recognized speakers on the key issues of DWI defense. Registration for the live program is limited and early registration is highly recommended. A live webcast option will be available.

Agenda

8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.               Registration

9:00 a.m. - 9:10 a.m.               Welcome and Introductions

9:10 a.m. - 10:25 a.m.             DMV Regulations - The Rules Have Changed
                                                          - Three Strikes and You're Out
                                                          - Lifetime Revocation
                                                          - Suspension vs. Revocation
                                                          - Serious Driving Offenses
                                                          - Problem Driver & Problem Driver Restriction
                                                               Speaker:  Peter Gerstenzang, Esq. - Partner: Gerstenzang, O'Hern, Hickey, Sills & Gerstenzang - Albany, NY

10:25 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.          Coffee Break

10:35 a.m. - 11:25 a.m.          Using Mouth Alcohol to Impeach the Test
                                                          - The 20 Minute Observation Period:  The Heel of Achilles
                                                          - Making it Clear to the Judge and Jury
                                                          - Using Cross to Make Your Case
                                                                  Speaker:  D. Benjamin Sessions, Esq.- Partner:  McIlhenny & Sessions, LLC - Norcross, GA.
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11:25 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.           Internet Ethics - What You Don't Know Can Hurt You! 
                                                          - Whom (and Why) You Don't "Friend" on Facebook
                                                          - Curiousity Can Kill the Cat - Online Research
                                                          - Unethical Communication in an Online World
                                                                  Speaker:  Erin Gerstenzang, Esq. - Stein & Ward, LLP - Atlanta, GA.

12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.            Lunch  (on your own)

1:15 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.              Things that Go Bump in the Night
                                                          - Accident Investigation
                                                          - Pleadings
                                                          - Reconstruction
                                                          - Data Recorders and OnStar
                                                                   Speaker:  Edward Fiandach, Esq. - Partner:  Fiandach & Fiandach - Rochester, NY

2:05 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.              What About the Things She Did Right?
                                                          - Using Video to Your Advantage
                                                          - What Wasn't in the Notes
                                                          - The Defense is in the Details
                                                                  Speaker:  Stephen L. Jones, Esq.- Partner: Jones & Geraghty - Norwell, MA..

2:55 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.              Refreshment Break

3:05 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.              Blood Testing for English Majors
                                                          - Gas Chromotography Made Clear
                                                          - What They Do Wrong
                                                          - Walking Down the Case
                                                                  Speaker:  Josh D. Lee, Esq. - Partner: Ward & Lee, P.L.C. - Vinita, OK.

4:20 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.              Dealing with Bad Facts
                                                          - Erratic Driving
                                                          - Incriminating Statements
                                                          - Poor Performance on Field Sobriety Tests
                                                          - High BAC
                                                          - Client Always Appears Intoxicated
                                                                   Speaker:  Thomas J. O'Hern, Esq. - Partner: Gerstenzang, O'Hern, Hickey, Sills & Gerstenzang - Albany, NY

5:15 p.m.                                   Adjournment

EARN 8.0 MCLE Credits  (5.0 hrs. in Areas of Professional Practice; 2.0 hrs. in Skills; 1.0 hr. in Ethics)


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COURSE MATERIALS FOR NYSBA CLE PROGRAMS ARE NOW DISTRIBUTED ELECTRONICALLY!

All program materials are distributed exclusively online in searchable PDF format, allowing attendees more flexibility in storing this information and allowing you to copy and paste relevant portions of the materials for specific use in your practice.  A CLE NotePad © (paper) will be provided to all attendees at the live program site.  The CLE NotePad © includes lined pages for taking notes on each topic, as well as any PowerPoint presentations submitted prior to printing.

Prior to a scheduled program date, all registrants will receive an email message containing a hyperlink that when clicked will provide you with access to the complete course materials in a searchable PDF format which can be downloaded to your computer using the “Save As” option under your “File” tab. Printing the complete materials is not required for attending the program. Online materials are updated periodically to reflect last minute submissions from program faculty, guaranteeing that you will always have the latest version of the materials.

Traditional printed course books may be ordered at the program site for a discounted price and will be shipped subsequent to the program date.


Directions

North: Take 95 South onto Cross Bronx Expressway to exit (Henry Hudson Pkwy South). Drive down to 42nd Street, then make right onto Broadway. Take it down to 32nd and Broadway.South: Take 95 North onto the NJ Turnpike. Follow directions into the Lincoln Tunnel. When exiting the Tunnel, follow signs to 34th Street Exit. Drive East to 7th Avenue. Make a right on 7th Avenue and drive to 32nd Street and make a left go down one 1/2 block to Broadway. The hotel is on the cornerof 32nd Street.West: Route 80 to New Jersey Turnpike South. Follow signs to Lincoln Tunnel. When exiting the Tunnel, follow signs to 34th Street Exit. Drive East to 7th Avenue. Make a right on 7th Avenue and drive to 32nd Street, then make left go down one 1/2 blocks to Broadway. The hotel is on the corner of 32nd and Broadway.East: Take LI Expressway into Queens. Exit at the Midtown Tunnel. Follow signs to 34th Street exit. Go west to 5th Avenue turn left. Go down to 33rd Street. Turn right on 33rd Street go down one block to Broadway make right. Go one block to 32nd Street. The hotel is on the corner of 32nd and Broadway.

The last day to pre-register online was May 8, 2013.

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Pricing Information for Member
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Live Registration $265.00
Webcast Registration $265.00
 

Pricing Information for Non Member
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Live Registration $365.00
Webcast Registration $365.00
 

Pricing Information for Student Member
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Live Registration $90.00
Webcast Registration $90.00
 

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NYSBA welcomes participation by individuals with disabilities. NYSBA is committed to complying with all applicable laws that prohibit discrimination against individuals on the basis of disability in the full and equal enjoyment of its goods, services, programs, activities, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations. To request auxiliary aids or services or if you have any questions regarding accessibility, please contact Cindy O'Brien at 800-582-2452 or cobrien@nysba.org.