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Member Pricing |
Non-Member Pricing |
Non-Member Bundle ^ |
Member Only Early Access
(Now thru Aug. 8) |
$1,195 |
Not Offered |
Not Offered |
Early Bird Registration*
(Aug. 9–Sept. 23) |
$1,395 |
$1,795 |
$1,715 |
Regular Registration*
(Sept. 24–Nov. 5) |
$1,595 |
$1,995 |
$1,915 |
| Onsite Registration |
$1,695 |
$2,095 |
$2,015 |
| Group Registration (Non-Sponsored)** |
$1,095 per person |
$1,095 per person |
$1,095 per person |
| Government |
Government members will receive the applicable government rate for the seminar upon login. If the government rate does not appear after logging in, please call DRI directly at (312) 795-1101 to receive the discounted rate. Invoices can be sent after purchase upon request. |
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Networking Events
Premier Networking Reception
Sponsored by: ABC
Date: TBD from 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Pricing: Free when you register for the seminar
Location: TBD
TBD
Agenda with Speakers
*Schedule and Speakers subject to change
Golf Outing (Tuesday, November 5, 2024)
More information to come.
Doug Simek, Hawkins Parnell & Young, Dallas, TX
Robert C. Manlowe, Williams Kastner, Seattle, WA
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
| Time (Pacific) |
Program |
| 12:00 p.m. |
Registration Opens |
| 2:00 p.m. |
Diversity Initiative – The Hispanic and Latino American Lawyer (Joint Session with Appellate Advocacy)
In part three of our multi-year diversity initiative, the panel will take a deep dive into what it means to be a Hispanic American or Latino American lawyer at a defense law firm. Our panelists will share their backgrounds and take us through the challenges and triumphs that made them the strong, resilient, and successful attorneys that you see today. The goal of this discussion is to continue creating a thought-provoking discussion that promotes a positive outlook and respectful interactions between all attorneys.
Moderators
Jonathan Terrell, KCIC, Washington, D.C.
Mahsa Kashani Tippins, DCo LLC, Nashville, TN
Eduardo J. Medina, Foley & Mansfield PLLP, Miami, FL
Lucia V. Pazos, MG+M Law, Miami, FL
Edward Ulloa, Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP, Los Angeles, CA
Kirsten M. Castañeda, Alexander Dubose & Jefferson, Dallas, TX
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| 3:00 p.m. |
Recent Verdicts and Lessons Learned (Joint Session with Appellate Advocacy)
The panel will analyze recent verdicts taken in asbestos and talc litigation, share the lessons learned, and provide ideas on successful paths forward.
Michael A. Brown, Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP, Baltimore, MD
Chris Massenburg, MG+M Law, New Orleans, LA
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| 4:00 p.m. |
Corporate Witness Preparation
This session will explore the personal knowledge challenges corporate witnesses face today and help you strategize how to find a witness for companies that no longer exist.
Anthony J. Sbarra, Segal McCambridge, Boston, MA |
| 5:00 p.m. |
Asbestos Medicine Inaugural Committee Meeting (open to all)
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| 6:00 p.m. |
Networking / Cocktail Hour
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| 7:30 p.m. |
Dine-Arounds
Join colleagues and friends at selected restaurants for dinner (on your own). |
Thursday, November 7, 2024
| Time (Pacific) |
Program |
| 8:00 a.m. |
Registration & Coffee Service
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| 8:30 a.m. |
Welcome and Introductions
Roman Lifson, Christian & Barton LLP, Richmond, VA
Evelyn Fletcher Davis, Hawkins Parnell & Young LLP, Atlanta, GA |
| 8:45 a.m. |
The Science of Memory
Dr. Deryn Strange is a Fellow of the Association for Psychological Science and an expert on the malleability of memory. Her research focuses on: (1) the causes and consequences of distorted memories for traumatic events; (2) the techniques that elicit false personal or collective memories and whether those false memories can be corrected; and (3) the legal implications of memory distortion. Dr. Strange’s presentation will provide participants with a better understanding of the science of memory and how to identify and address unscientific, but widely held, theories about memory that plaintiffs often advance in litigation.
Dr. Deryn Strange, Ph.D., John Jay College, New York, NY |
| 9:45 a.m. |
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Enhanced Legal Practice
Heather H. Neubauer, Meagher & Geer, PLLC, Minneapolis, MN |
| 10:15 a.m. |
Coffee Break
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| 10:30 a.m. |
The 10 Most Outrageous Misdiagnoses of Mesothelioma I Have Encountered: What Can We Learn from These Cases?
Victor L. Roggli, M.D., Duke School of Medicine, Durham, NC |
| 11:20 a.m. |
Unveiling Secrets: Weaving the Fabric of Investigation to Settle Cases and Win at Trial
In this presentation, seasoned litigator Robin Silver & Expert investigator Joseph Jones will discuss how to effectively conduct investigation throughout the litigation lifecycle. Practical case studies will be presented on how investigations should be leveraged to locate deeply hidden facts which can change the trajectory of your case. Special emphasis will be given to the unique challenges and opportunities surrounding the use of social media in trials, including proper preservation, how to authenticate and lay the foundation for this game changing evidence.
Robin Silver, Miles & Stockbridge, Baltimore, MD
Joseph Jones, Bosco Legal Services, Inc., Riverside, CA |
| 12:15 p.m. |
DRI Cares Project | Blessings in a Backpack
Click here for details on Blessings in a Backpack.
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| 12:30 p.m. |
DRI Networking Lunch
Join all seminar attendees for lunch and networking opportunities that are second to none. |
| 2:00 p.m. |
Young Lawyers Breakout
Click on "Young Lawyers Breakout" tab for details.
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| 2:00 p.m. |
Talc Breakout
Click on "Talc Breakout" tab for details.
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| 2:00 p.m. |
Non-Smoking Lung Cancer and Genetics
Allan Feingold, M.D., Baptist Health South Florida, Miami, FL
Stasha Novakovic, M.D., Baptist Health South Florida, Miami, FL |
| 3:00 p.m. |
Genetics and Mesothelioma
Suresh H. Moolgavkar, M.B., B.S., Ph.D., Exponent, Bellevue, WA |
| 3:00 p.m. |
Insurance Roundtable (open to Defense Counsel)
Frederick Schaefer, Nationwide, Wausau, WI
Alexandra Nassopoulos, Resolute Management, Boston, MA
Jay Surdukowski, The Riverstone Group, Concord, NH
Amanda Webber, Allianz, Petaluma, CA
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| 3:50 p.m. |
Break
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| 4:00 p.m. |
Main Stage Quick Hits Series
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Quick Hits 1: Litigating Claims with Foreign Residents
Robert C. Manlowe, Williams Kastner, Seattle, WA |
| 4:20 p.m. |
Quick Hits 2: Sources Behind the EPA Regulations
Kurt L. Rasmussen, Rasmussen Dickey Moore, Kansas City, MO
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| 4:40 p.m. |
Quick Hits 3: EPA Update #1
Bruce T. Bishop, Willcox & Savage P.C., Norfolk, VA |
| 5:00 p.m. |
Adjourn
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| 6:00 p.m. |
Premier Networking Reception
Join fellow seminar attendees at our Premier Networking Reception. More details to come.
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| 8:00 p.m. |
Dine-Arounds
Join colleagues and friends at selected restaurants for dinner (on your own).
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Friday, November 8, 2024
| Time (Pacific) |
Program |
| 8:30 a.m. |
Registration & Coffee Service
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| 9:00 a.m. |
Welcome and Announcements
Bruce T. Bishop, Willcox Savage P.C., Norfolk, VA
Mahsa Kashani Tippins, DCo LLC, Nashville, TN
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| 9:10 a.m. |
Appellate Trends: Spotlight on Failure to Warn Cases (Joint Session with Appellate Advocacy)
In this joint session with the DRI Appellate Advocacy Seminar, the panelists will explore developing issues and trends in product liability for failure-to-warn claims, offering insights from the trial and appellate bars, as well as industry.
Moderators
Robert Wise, Nelson Mullins, Richmond, VA
Rory D. Cosgrove, Carney Badley Spellman PS, Seattle, WA
Rachel T. Reynolds, Wilson Elser, Seattle, WA
Beverly M. Bond, Gordon Rees, Dallas, TX |
| 10:10 a.m. |
Coffee Break
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| 10:25 a.m. |
Union Knowledge of the Hazards of Asbestos
Gary D. Elliston, DeHay & Elliston LLP, Dallas, TX |
| 11:10 a.m. |
Genetics and Litigation: Understanding the Significance of Test Results; Strategies and Best Practices for the Pursuit of Relevant Genetic Testing and Information
This session will discuss the significance of various types of genetic tests commonly found in medical records and consider effective strategies to overcome systemic challenges to the pursuit of highly relevant genetic testing and results.
Kevin P. Greene, Willcox & Savage P.C., Norfolk, VA
Kelvin Wyles, Husch Blackwell LLP, Los Angeles, CA |
| 12:00 p.m. |
Ethics Session: Duty in Receiverships
Edward A. Smallwood, Post & Schell PC, Pittsburgh, PA |
| 1:00 p.m. |
Adjourn |
Young Lawyers Breakout (Thursday 2:00–5:00 p.m.)
| Time (Pacific) |
Program |
| 2:00 p.m. |
Associate’s Role in Trial
Heather S. Kirkpatrick, DeHay & Elliston, Walnut Creek, CA
Bina Ghanaat, Hugo Parker, San Francisco, CA |
| 3:00 p.m. |
Demonstration: Showing Young Lawyers How to Get Business
Carol G. Snider, Barclay Damon, Buffalo, NY
Jay Evans, Segal McCambridge, Pittsburgh, PA
Nicholas Fox, Mack Trucks, Inc. (Volvo Group North America, LLC), Greensboro, NC |
| 4:00 p.m. |
Knowing Your Dealer, Playing the Cards You are Dealt, and Knowing When to Hold ‘Em
Young lawyers will learn how to navigate the unique relationships developed in repeat complex tort cases, and how to best conduct themselves in high-stress litigation scenarios.
Jason Elam, Gay Jones & Kuhn PLLC, New Orleans, LA
S. Christopher Collier, Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP, Atlanta, GA |
| 5:00 p.m. |
Breakout Adjourn |
Talc Breakout (Thursday 2:00–5:00 p.m.)
| Time (Pacific) |
Program |
| 2:00 p.m. |
Defending the Ultra-Trace Case
Eric D. Cook, Willcox & Savage, Norfolk, VA |
| 2:50 p.m. |
Roundtable Discussion of Recent Talc Trials
Michael A. Brown, Nelson Mullins, Baltimore, MD
Khaled Taqi-Eddin, Hawkin Parnell & Young, San Francisco, CA |
| 3:40 p.m. |
Geology Presentation
Erik DiMarco, Gordon Rees Scully & Mansukhani, New York, NY
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| 4:05 p.m. |
PLM Analysis of Talc for Chrysotile Asbestos
Kevin Hynes, King & Spalding, New York, NY
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| 4:30 p.m. |
Asbestos Exposure from Cosmetic Facial Makeup Products
Mary T. McKelvey, Polsinelli, Los Angeles, CA |
| 5:00 p.m. |
Breakout Adjourn |
Headquarters Hotel Information
The seminar will take place at Caesars Palace, 3570 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109.
To contact the hotel directly, call 866.227.5938.
A limited number of discounted hotel rooms have been made available at the Caesars Palace. Take advantage of the group rate of $249.00 Single/Double in one of two ways:
The hotel block is limited, and rooms and rates are available on a first-come, first-served basis. You must make reservations by October 14, 2024, to be eligible for the hotel's group rate. Requests for reservations made after October 14 are subject to room and rate availability.
CLE Information
Earn up to TBD hours of continuing legal education hours (CLE) From this seminar.
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DRI Cares
Blessings in a Backpack
Please join us in supporting Blessings in a Backpack, an organization that mobilizes communities, individuals, and resources to provide food on the weekends for school-aged children across America who might otherwise go hungry. Seminar attendees will have the opportunity to fill bags of food on the way to the joint networking lunch on Thursday, November 7. Feeding a child before you feed yourself is a wonderful way to support children and families in the Las Vegas community.
Donate to Blessings in a Backpack
Other Information
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