Kilpatrick attorneys present a two-hour CLE comprised of three presentations.

• Navigating Recent NC Business Court Rulings for In-House Counsel in Insurance: TIH will hear about significant recent rulings by the NC Business Court where the court addressed critical issues concerning the assignment of insurance proceeds and the ability of an assignee to bring claims under Chapter 75 against an insurer after a claim arises. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the legal implications of these rulings and receive practical guidance on how to navigate these complex issues. Speaker: Susan Boyles

• U.S. Supreme Court Update: An overview of the Supreme Court's 2023-2024 Term, followed by a discussion about the major cases decided by the Court during this term. We will also provide a preview of the important cases on the Supreme Court's docket during its upcoming term beginning in October. Speaker: Adam Charnes

• Enforcement Trends in Criminal and Civil Trade Secret Law: This presentation by a former federal prosecutor provides an in-depth analysis of the complexities and nuances in recent trade secret enforcement by both the Department of Justice and private plaintiffs. It covers key aspects of developing criminal and civil law, such as the surprisingly flexible standards for identifying trade secrets, various criminal and civil enforcement mechanisms, and common challenges faced in prosecutions and litigation. The presentation includes discussions of key federal statutes -- the Economic Espionage Act and the Defend Trade Secrets Act of 2016 -- and case studies demonstrating how these laws are being used. It aims to provide legal professionals with an understanding of the latest trends and pitfalls in trade-secret enforcement, both criminal and civil. Speaker: Clay Wheeler