Learn how to identify and handle the more difficult aspects of storm water permitting and SWPPP development. In 1972, Congress enacted the Clean Water Act, which prohibits industries and other "point sources" from discharging pollutants into surface waters unless they obtain NPDES permits and comply with their provisions. Although in 1972 storm water was not regulated-it was considered the quintessential nonpoint source-by 1990 the act had bee...

Find out how to properly track applicant data to avoid costly and damaging discrimination findings.Federal contractors and subcontractors are required to track applicant data for their affirmative action plans. However, even companies who properly track applicant data treat the process as a purely recordkeeping exercise. Failure to maintain proper and robust information regarding applicant disposition is the most common error employers can ma...

Make sure you are up to speed on the regulatory requirements of your storm water maintenance program. Thousands of storm water BMPs have been built and most NPDES MS4 permits require that they be maintained. In addition, storm water BMPs protect lives and our water resources by controlling runoff, reducing flood risk and pollution, and protecting streams from pollution. Therefore, these valuable facilities need to be maintained so that they co...

Make sure that you are up-to-date on the latest issues with the Endangered Species Act. The federal Endangered Species Act (ESA) is one of the most important, powerful and far-reaching of our modern environmental laws. Early identification, analysis and resolution of ESA issues is a key part in any environmental practice. In the development context, ESA issues are often a key component in determining whether, when or how a development project...

Do you have the most practical solutions for addressing today's challenging SEPA issues? The SEPA is the cornerstone of the state's environmental protection laws. SEPA tends to be a focus for lawsuits, challenging the land use decisions of public agencies. Developing strategies for surviving potential litigation is an important aspect of preparing sound SEPA documents. Attend this seminar and get the tools you need to develop effective SEPA c...

Do you have the most practical solutions for addressing today's challenging CEQA issues? CEQA is the cornerstone of the state's environmental protection laws. CEQA tends to be a focus for lawsuits, challenging the land use decisions of public agencies. Developing strategies for surviving potential litigation is an important aspect of preparing sound CEQA documents. Attend this seminar and get the tools you need to develop effective CEQA compl...

The world of easements may not be as impossible as you think. Do not let the intimidating complexity of easements cause you anxiety. Whether you're looking to draft, comply or fight one, our local experts will give you the know-how to succeed - without getting caught in exhausting and expensive legal battles. Attend this seminar and get the practical easements information you won't find anywhere else. You will hear it all - the requirements o...

There's an easement on this property? Make sure you know what you're getting into. If you are involved in real estate, you need to know the complex legal and practical issues associated with easements. Failure to consider the effects of easements on real estate investments can be devastating. Knowing about easements will help you - or those you advise - to make sound real estate investment decisions. Look no further. Join us for this seminar...

Concerned about how wetlands regulations are changing - and how your practices may be impacted? Attend this cutting-edge seminar and get helpful information on the state and federal wetland permitting programs. Meet the challenges ahead and find out what you need to know about potential mitigation strategies. These are just a few of the valuable tips we will discuss at this must-attend seminar. You will gain the benefit of the speakers' years...

The world of easements is not as impossible as you think. Do not let the intimidating complexity of easements cause you anxiety. Whether you're looking to draft, comply or fight one, our local experts will give you the know-how to succeed - without getting caught in exhausting and expensive legal battles. Attend this seminar and get the practical easements information you won't find anywhere else. You will hear it all - the requirements of an...