2024 DRI Strictly Automotive Seminar

September 18–20, 2024
Chicago Hyatt Regency | Chicago, Illinois

White cars in manufacturing production

Hear From Top Voices Within the Automotive Industry!

Join us for this year's Strictly Automotive Seminar, which will focus on regulatory updates in the United States and Canada related to the right to repair, early warning defects, and incident reporting. Automotive safety experts will share their in-depth knowledge on driver behavior in motor vehicle collisions and the biomechanics of injuries in frontal airbag deployments. Plus, attendees will have the opportunity to benefit from a presentation by in-house counsel and experienced trial counsel. A variety of topics will be covered, including strategies to address post-pandemic changes in juror attitudes towards damages. Recent examples of the effectiveness of these strategies will also be provided.

What You Will Learn:

  • Post-pandemic jury verdict trends and their impact on the automotive industry.
  • Recent trends in automotive right-to-repair and warranty case law and practical tips for the industry.
  • How to comply with the latest NHTSA and Transport Canada regulations regarding defects and incident reporting.
  • Expert insight related to investigating contested liability collisions from a human factor/driver behavior perspective.

Expand Your Network By:

  • Making connections in the heart of Chicago steps away from the iconic Millennium Park, Navy Pier, and Magnificent Mile.
  • Building contacts through an interactive Networking Lunch and a Premier Networking Reception on Thursday at the seminar’s downtown riverfront location.
  • Cultivating relationships with colleagues and clients through dine-arounds on Wednesday and Thursday nights in the city.
  • Experiencing world-class museums and attractions with old and new friends.

Counsel Meetings with Major Companies
Take advantage of the opportunity to engage with key industry companies* including:

  • Great American Insurance – Risk Solutions
  • Trilogy Health Services

*Subject to change

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Thank You to DRI's Product Liability Committee Leadership

Natalie Eschbach
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Program Chair
Haley Johnston
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Fred E. (Trey) Bourn III
Trey Bourn
Committee Chair
Lindsay Lorimer
Lindsay Lorimer
Committee Vice Chair
James Weatherholtz
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Law Institute

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Registration Information

Member Pricing Non-Member Pricing Non-Member Bundle ^
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.

Not a DRI Member? Select the Non-Member Bundle and Save!

^ Not a DRI Member and want to save on your registration? Take advantage of the Non-Member / Trial Membership Bundle when you register for the DRI Strictly Automotive Seminar. Select the bundle and get up to 9 months of membership with the membership add-on when you check out. Note: Trial membership processing can take up to 30 days from the date of purchase, please contact DRI Customer Service with any questions.

Learn more about membership at DRI and get started on your DRI journey today!

*If your membership recently lapsed, please renew your membership prior to registering to ensure you receive your discounted member rate. If you would like to join DRI to receive the member pricing and see the benefits of becoming a member, click here to go to the Application page.

**Group registration is for registering four or more attendees, members and non-members. There is one free registration with every 10 registrations. You must lock in the rate three weeks prior to the seminar. If you want to register for the group pricing, fill out the form here (online registration is not available for this offering).

Networking Events

DRI For Life Chicago River/Lake Walk
Sponsored by: ABC

Date: Thursday, September 19 at 6:45 a.m.
Pricing: Free when you register for the seminar
Location: Hotel Lobby

Join us bright and early on the morning of Thursday, September 19, 2024, for the DRI For Life Chicago River and Lake Run/Walk. Our 3.5-mile route will take us down to the Chicago River Walk, out to the shores of Lake Michigan, to the softball fields just south of Grant Park (made famous by Rob Lowe and Demi Moore in About Last Night … !), over to Michigan Avenue, and through the South Loop back up to the Hyatt Regency. We will meet in the lobby of the Hyatt at 6:45 a.m. for a 7:00 a.m. departure.

Afternoon Auto Riverwalk Stroll
Sponsored by: ABC

Date: Thursday, September 19 at 4:00 p.m.
Pricing: Free when you register for the seminar
Location: Chicago Riverwalk

Step outside the seminar venue for an afternoon stroll with colleagues on the Riverwalk. Take in the sights of the city along the picturesque Chicago River. Enjoy time with new connections and admire the public art, explore the marina, stop for a coffee and ice cream, or visit the McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum.

Premier Networking Reception
Sponsored by: ABC

Date: Thursday, September 19 from 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Pricing: Free when you register for the seminar
Location: Hyatt Regency Chicago

Eager to connect with fellow attendees after an inspiring day of learning? Join us for the DRI Premier Networking Reception on Thursday, September 19 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. This is your chance to unwind, mingle, and build valuable connections over light appetizers and open bar that features DRI's signature mocktail. Enjoy the casual atmosphere as you chat with industry peers and thought leaders. It's the perfect way to cap off your day and set the stage for meaningful conversations and lasting relationships. Don't miss out on this exclusive opportunity to network with the best and brightest in the field. We can't wait to see you there!

Agenda with Speakers

*Schedule and Speakers subject to change

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Headquarters Hotel Information

The seminar will take place at Hyatt Regency Chicago, 151 E Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601.
To contact the hotel directly, call 312.565.1234.

The DRI room block at the Hyatt Regency Chicago is now sold out. Please use the link below to reserve a room at a nearby available hotel.

Alternative Hotels

If you are planning on attending the conference and have not secured a hotel reservation, search for hotel availability via our trusted partner aRes Travel**. Book online or call 800.559.3186 for assistance; for International callers 619.546.5773.

**aRes Travel is a third-party travel planner. Rates, deposits, and cancellation policies may vary and are the responsibility of the guest. Questions on hotel policies or payments made on aRes website should be directed to the aRes Reservation Center or to the hotel directly.

CLE Information

Earn up to 7.00 hours of continuing legal education hours (CLE), including 1.00 hour of ethics from this seminar.

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In some states that charge late CLE submission fees, there will be a $100 late fee to report CLE credits submitted more than 30 days after a seminar/virtual event. Click the button below for more details.

CLE Late Fees

Sponsors

DRI's Strictly Automotive Seminar is proudly sponsored by:

If you would like to contact DRI about seminar sponsorship opportunities, including pricing, or to reserve a spot, please go to Advertising and Sponsorship.

DRI Cares

Blessings in a Backpack

Blessings in a Backpack Who Will Feed the Kids this Weekend?

Please join us in supporting our DRI Cares Partner, 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 write inspiring notes to children that will be included in bags of food packed at the DRI Annual Meeting in October. Take time during a seminar break to write a few cards and make a difference. We will have supplies and sample notes on hand. Join us!

Donate to Blessings in a Backpack

Other Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding DRI programs, please contact DRI Customer Service at 312.795.1101 or custservice@dri.org.