

TV Interview with Susan Keating Anderson
On Sunday, September 5, 2010, Susan Keating Anderson will appear on the NewsChannel 5 television show, "Kaleidoscope." Hosted by local TV personality Leon Bibb, Kaleidoscope airs weekly at 10:00 A.M. The show features interviews and stories about issues that affect the people and communities of Northeast Ohio. In her segment, Susan will discuss changes in the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and how they will affect employers and employees.
2010 Walter & Haverfield LLP Labor and Employment Law Seminar
On Thursday, September 30, 2010, 17 of Walter & Haverfield's attorneys will host a full-day Labor and Employment Law Seminar at the Holiday Inn Cleveland South. These professionals will share their legal knowledge and practical guidance to help organizations comply with the law and avoid potential liability.
Previous Events
Public Labor and Employment Update
At the Ohio Municipal Attorneys Association Civil Law Institute in Dublin, Ohio, on July 30, 2010, William R. Hanna presented a "Public Labor and Employment Update."
NE Ohio Planning & Zoning Workshop
On June 25, 2010, Todd Hunt spoke at the NE Ohio Planning & Zoning Workshop, which was held in Warren, Ohio. To view the program outline and PowerPoint materials for this presentation, please access the links provided here: "BZA: Powers and Duties-Variance Authority and Those Other Pesky Applications" and "NE Ohio Planning & Zoning Workshop."
Employment Retaliation for Municipalities
On June 24, 2010, William R. Hanna discussed the topic, "Employment Retaliation for Municipalities," at the Ohio Municipal League/Mayors Association of Ohio Conference in Dublin, Ohio.
Healthcare Stimulus Exchange Conference
On June 23, 2010, Amy S. Leopard appeared as a co-presenter, along with David Mayer of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Civil Rights, at the Healthcare Stimulus Exchange Conference in Chicago, Illinois. The Topic of their presentation was, "Privacy and Security: Compliance in the ARRA Era."
Current Challenges in Local Government Law
On June 16, 2010, Todd Hunt and Aimee Lane spoke at the NBI Seminar titled, "Current Challenges in Local Government Law," which was held in Independence, Ohio. Todd addressed the topic, "Zoning and Code Enforcement Issues," while Aimee's presentation focused on the basic principles of Ohio's "Open Meeting Laws."
When Revenge Is Not So Sweet: Developments in the Law of Employment Retaliation
William R. Hanna addressed the Ohio Municipal Attorneys Association on the topic, "When Revenge Is Not So Sweet: Developments in the Law of Employment Retaliation," on May 21, 2010 in Cleveland, Ohio.
Land Use Law Update
On May 20, 2010, Charles T. Riehl provided a "Land Use Law Update" at a seminar sponsored by the Ohio State Bar Association, in Cleveland, Ohio.
Advanced LLC Issues
Gary A. Zwick was among the faculty for the NBI Seminar, "Advanced LLC Issues," which was held on May 13, 2010, in Independence, Ohio. Gary spoke on the topic, "Family Limited Partnerships."
OSBA Commercial Leasing Seminar
On May 12, 2010, John W. Waldeck, Jr. gave a presentation at the Ohio State Bar Association's Commercial Leasing Seminar on the topic, "The Leasing Process: Work Letters, Tenant Reps, Letters of Intent."
26th Annual Health Care Law Institute
Both Cliff Mull and Ryan Williams served as presenters at the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association's 26th Annual Health Care Law Institute, held on April 30, 2010. Cliff appeared as a co-presenter on the topic, "State & Federal Legal Update," while Ryan provided the attendees with a "HIPAA Update."
Sunshine Law - Open Records Act
On April 29, 2010, Aimee Lane spoke at the 2010 Mayor's Court Clerks of Ohio Professional Development Program at the Embassy Suites Hotel, Cleveland-Beachwood. The title of Aimee's presentation was "Sunshine Law - Open Records Act."
Employment Law Update: What You Need to Know for 2010
Nancy A. Noall, Susan K. Anderson and William R. Hanna reviewed the major developments in employment law from 2009 and addressed what may be on the horizon for this year at the "Employment Law Update: What You Need to Know for 2010" seminar on Friday, April 16, 2010 at the Holiday Inn Cleveland West.
Spring School Law Seminars
Eric J. Johnson and Christine T. Cossler discussed how recent developments in school law affect the daily operations of public school districts at the "Spring School Law Seminar" at Quail Hollow on Tuesday, April 13, 2010. Eric J. Johnson, Susan K. Anderson and Susan R. Hartung held a second "Spring School Law Seminar" at the Holiday Inn Cleveland West on Wednesday, April 14, 2010.
Developing Issues in Wage-Hour Law: Preparing Employers for the Increased Governmental Enforcement Initiatives
Eric J. Johnson and Patricia F. Weisberg provided legal and practical guidance to employers regarding the management of a variety of timely wage-hour issues in the ADP Seminar entitled, "Developing Issues in Wage-Hour Law: Preparing Employers for the Increased Governmental Enforcement Initiatives." This program was held on April 7, 2010 at 9:00 A.M., at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Independence, Ohio.
Legal Implications of Zoning Decisions for Smart Planning and Development
On Friday, March 26, 2010, Todd Hunt spoke at the Planning Law Seminar entitled, "Legal Implications of Zoning Decisions for Smart Planning and Development." This seminar, presented by the Levin College Forum and co-sponsored by the American Planning Association, Cleveland Section and the Cleveland State University Levin College of Urban Affairs, was held at the Glickman-Miller Hall, Roberta Steinbacher Atrium, on the campus of Cleveland State University.
The Disruptive Physician Controversy
On March 6, 2010, Michael Jordan spoke on the topic, "The Disruptive Physician Controversy," at the American College of Legal Medicine Annual Meeting, held in Orlando, Florida.
Municipal Employment Law Overview
Patricia F. Weisberg and Todd Hunt provided a "Municipal Employment Law Overview" to the attendees at the Ohio Municipal Attorneys Association's 2010 Spring Municipal Civil Seminar, held on March 5, 2010 in Dublin, Ohio.
Municipal Employment Law Update
On February 11, 2010, Patricia F. Weisberg and Todd Hunt provided a "Municipal Employment Law Update" to the attendees at the 2010 Annual Presidents Day Municipal Law Seminar, hosted by the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association.
HITECH Act
On Wednesday, January 20, 2010, Amy S. Leopard gave a presentation entitled, "HITECH Act," on behalf of the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association's Health Care Law Section.
Employment Law Update: What You Need to Know for 2010
On Tuesday, January 19, 2010, Eric J. Johnson and Patricia F. Weisberg reviewed the major developments in employment law from 2009 and addressed what may be on the horizon for the new year in their free seminar, "Employment Law Update: What You Need to Know for 2010," at the Cleveland Marriott East, 26300 Harvard Road, Warrensville Heights, Ohio 44122, from 8:00 am to 10:30 am.
CLE Presentation
On Monday, December 7, 2009, Walter & Haverfield LLP hosted a CLE presentation on the topics, "Update on Healthcare Reform: Policy and Legal Issues on the Horizon," presented by Amy S. Leopard, "Developments in Employment Law," presented by Eric J. Johnson, "Professionalism in the Courtroom," presented by The Honorable Michael P. Donnelly and "Substance Abuse," by John Ropar, Ph.D.. The event was held at The Forum Conference Center, One Cleveland Center, 1375 E. 9th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44114.
Realizing Tax Savings from Losses; Seizing Opportunities in a Down Economy
On November 5, 2009, Gary A. Zwick addressed the topic, “Realizing Tax Savings from Losses; Seizing Opportunities in a Down Economy,” at the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association’s 52nd Annual Cleveland Tax Institute, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel - Cleveland City Centre.
What’s New Pussycat? Current Developments
On October 29, 2009, at the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association’s 31st Annual Real Estate Institute, John W. Waldeck, Jr. updated attendees on topical issues facing real estate attorneys in the presentation entitled, “What’s New Pussycat? Current Developments.”
Managing the Media: Lawyers & The Press
R. Todd Hunt, in association with Bruce Hennes of Hennes Communications LLC hosted the seminar, "Managing the Media: Lawyers & The Press" on Thursday, October 22, 2009 from 3:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. at The Tower at Erieview, 1301 East Ninth Street, 4th Floor.
Negotiating Civil Penalties Under Ohio's Environmental Laws
Michael A. Cyphert spoke on the topic, "Negotiating Civil Penalties Under Ohio's Environmental Laws," in a presentation at the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association on Tuesday, October 13, 2009 at 12:00 P.M.
On-Site Education Law Group Presentations for 2009
On-site sessions, geared toward district personnel, which address timely topics facing public school districts in Ohio.
On-Site Employment Law Seminars for 2009
"Bringing legal solutions to your workplace" — so you won't have to come to ours someday.

