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Modernizing Animal Care: Updating Ordinances to Empower Communities and Save Lives As animal care and control agencies evolve into Pet Resource Centers, the role of ordinances in shaping community success has never been more critical. Outdated laws—some still referencing "dog catchers"—fail to address the modern approach to animal welfare. Data-driven decision-making now plays a key role in improving service delivery and enabling objective ordinance analysis. Are there provisions in your local laws that are ineffective or unenforced? Join this webinar...

Navigating the False Claims Act:  Compliance and Litigation Understanding materiality in federal enforcement is essential for compliance professionals, legal practitioners, and corporate leaders navigating regulatory scrutiny. This webinar will provide an in-depth analysis of key legal principles, recent case law, and practical implications for organizations. Key topics include: Overview of the Executive Order (EO) and its implications The False Claims Act (FCA) and its role in enforcement actions Authority interpreting materiality requirements in similar contexts The Baltimore case and its...

Ethics of Good Governance: Europe’s 12 Principles of Good Democratic Governance as Applied in the U.S. American cities can adopt a fresh perspective on evaluating their overall performance by considering Europe's 12 Principles of Good Democratic Governance. As municipal attorneys, understanding these principles can enhance ethical standards and further democracy at the local level. This webinar will explore how these principles align with the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct and their application in governance. Key topics include: Responsiveness: ABA...