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30(b)(6) Deposition Strategies & Updates

Bridgeport's Deposition Workshop is now a series of four teleConferences! Each teleConference is tied together. The ability to plan and take outstanding depositions determines the value of your case, the outcome of dispositive motions, and who wins at trial. From developing the big picture down to formulating the narrowest questions, learn from a faculty of noted trial attorneys that has conducted more than 5,000 depositions. For many clients, your depositions are their only day in court. Make every question count! Learn techniques used by the best trial lawyers to get the most out of every deposition.

The fourth installment in this series will feature a lively talk on Rule 30(b)(6) was amended to establish the need for a “meet and confer” before taking a 30(b)(6) depositions in December of 2020. prepares counsel to depose or defend corporate representatives in accordance with the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure Rule 30(b)(6). The webinar reviews best practices for plaintiffs to meet the 30(b)(6) notice requirements, effectively question the corporate representative, deal with difficult representatives, and defend objections. The program discusses how defendants can effectively respond to a Rule 30(b)(6) deposition notice and how to select and prepare witnesses for the deposition.

The Notable Recent & Pending Cases in the 9th Circuit and SCOTUS teleConference is the first in Bridgeport's Class Actions 2021 series. Class Actions, like many legal proceedings, have taken a new course in 2021. Cases Involving Canceled Travel, Entertainment, and Sporting Events, as well as Recurring Fees are being filed daily. There have been notable developments in 2021 affecting class actions including important decisions relating to TCPA Class Actions, Article III Standing and Rule 23. Cases such as TransUnion LLC v. Ramirez, Ford Motor Co. v. Montana, and Facebook, Inc. v. Duguid, among several other cases and trends will be discussed. This 90 minute teleconference will provide an update and discussion of important matters before the California courts as well as those before the SCOTUS.

Deposition Objections and How to Handle Them

Bridgeport's Deposition Workshop is now a series of four teleConferences! Each teleConference is tied together. The ability to plan and take outstanding depositions determines the value of your case, the outcome of dispositive motions, and who wins at trial. From developing the big picture down to formulating the narrowest questions, learn from a faculty of noted trial attorneys that has conducted more than 5,000 depositions. For many clients, your depositions are their only day in court. Make every question count! Learn techniques used by the best trial lawyers to get the most out of every deposition.

The third installment in this series will feature a lively talk on deposition objections and how to handle them. Knowing the difference between proper and improper objections in a deposition can help lawyers better represent their clients. Attorneys are familiar with the basic grounds for objection. The key is to know the specific grounds for objections, and when it is most advantageous to use them. It is critical to discern which objections matter, and which objections can be ignored. Developing a systematic approach to deal with deposition objections is a necessary skill for litigators. We will explore both authority and guidance for some of the trickier objections commonly heard at depositions.   This program focuses on the process, best use and importance of mastering objections during depositions.

Data Privacy and Litigation - Part Two Data Use and Litigation

Litigating & Defending CCPA and Data Breach Cases is an unfolding and growing portion of the litigation landscape.  Data breaches increased by 270% in 2020 and Cybersecurity litigation is growing in parallel.

Data breach class action litigation has begun under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as well as using national and multi-state litigation.  Bridgeport's two-part webinar series aims to cover a lot of ground.   The second 90 minute webinar will focus on Data Use and Usage Litigation.

Data Privacy and Litigation - Part One Data Breach Response and Litigation

Privacy, data protection and cybersecurity are growing areas of concern for businesses, governments and individuals. The law in this area is rapidly evolving, and privacy and security breaches are regularly litigated in state and federal courts. Litigating & Defending CCPA and Data Breach Cases is an unfolding and growing portion of the litigation landscape.  Data breaches increased by 270% in 2020 and Cybersecurity litigation is growing in parallel.

Data breach class action litigation has begun under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as well as using national and multi-state litigation.  Bridgeport's two-part webinar series aims to cover a lot of ground.  The first 90 minute webinar will focus on Data Breach Response and Litigation. The second webinar will focus on Data Use and Usage Litigation.