2024 DRI Senior Living and Long-Term Care Litigation Seminar

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

Downtown Chicago skyline sunset

Elevate Your Defense Strategy at this National Summit!

The premier senior living and long-term care litigation seminar returns to Chicago! Join us at the Hyatt Regency, just steps from the Chicago River Walk, for an event tailored specifically for defense counsel, in-house counsel, claims professionals, and industry insiders. Gain access to unparalleled insights, CLE, and networking opportunities. The exceptional faculty includes a neurosurgeon, jury consultant, wound care nurse, an expert in electronic medical records (EMR), and "Pepper," a robot that assists with therapy and care in the skilled nursing facility/assisted living facility setting. Reconnect with clients and colleagues alike during counsel meetings, an afternoon Chicago River boat tour opportunity, or other exciting program events. We look forward to seeing you in the Windy City!

What You Will Learn:

  • Analysis of key verdicts and decisions from the past year.
  • What the new 2023 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) wound care regulations are and how they can be used in your case.
  • How to defend causation and damages in the alleged fall and brain hemorrhage case.
  • Ethical considerations for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in your practice.
  • Current methods for limiting discovery and the use of financial information in defending plaintiffs' "profits over people" theme.
  • A jury consultant’s perspective on what is causing nuclear verdicts and what can be done to avoid them.

Expand Your Network By:

  • Attending the Thursday networking luncheon, hosted in conjunction with the 2024 Strictly Automotive Seminar, conveniently located in the hotel and included with the registration fee.
  • Enjoying a relaxing boat ride down the river while learning about the city’s legendary architecture.
  • Joining one of the unique dine-around experiences.
  • Engaging with fellow female attendees from Senior Living and Strictly Automotive seminars during Friday’s Women in the Law breakfast meetup.
  • Attending counsel meetings (by invitation only).

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

  • Brookdale
  • Complete Care Management
  • Great American Insurance – Risk Solutions
  • Magnolia Long-Term Care
  • National Healthcare Corporation
  • PCH Mutual Insurance Company
  • Trilogy Health Services
  • West Bend Mutual Insurance

*Subject to change

Representatives from These Companies Will Be in Attendance
Engage with claims professionals who either hire or supervise outside counsel:

  • Berkley Healthcare
  • Magnolia LTC Management Services Inc.
  • Michael A Orber & Associates
  • Pendulum LLC

*Subject to change

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Thank You to DRI's Medical Liability and Health Care Law Committee Leadership

Rebecca Schafer
Rebecca R. Schafer
Program Chair
Whitney Horak
Whitney Horak
Program Vice Chair
Erika Amarante
Erika L. Amarante
Committee Chair
Andrew DeSimone
Andrew D. DeSimone
Committee Vice Chair
Ted J. McDonald
Ted J. McDonald III
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 Senior Living and Long-Term Care Litigation 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

Meet "Pepper!"
Sponsored by: ABC

Date: Wednesday, September 18 (4:00–5:00 p.m. presentation; reception at 6:00 p.m.)
Pricing: Free when you register for the seminar
Location: Hyatt Regency Chicago

Join us for Dr. Arshia Khan's exciting demonstration of one of the robots that is helping with therapy and nursing care in assisted living and skilled nursing facilities. Dr. Khan has dedicated her career to the emerging field of NeuroRobotics and developing technologies that complement human caregiving in the areas of dementia, occupational therapy, and pressure injuries. Her research has been featured on PBS, CBS, NPR, and the BBC. She has also presented at the request of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and the United Nations.

At 6:00 p.m., please join us for our Welcome Networking Reception with special guests, Dr. Arshia Khan and "Pepper."

Arshia Khan, Ph.D., Professor, Director of Graduate Studies, Department of Computer Science, University of Minnesota Duluth, Duluth, MN

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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Small Group Networking Opportunities

All Aboard the Original Chicago River Architecture Tour
Sponsored by: ABC

Date: Thursday, September 19 from 3:30–5:30 p.m.
Pricing: $44 per person
Location: Wendella Docks | 400 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611
Additional Information: This is a 90-minute tour that departs at 4:00 p.m.; however, please plan to be on board by 3:45 p.m. Please select your tickets for 4:00 p.m. on September 19.

Sign up now to experience legendary architecture from the best seat in the house – the Chicago River! The experienced tour guide will detail the 130-year long history behind the skyline while we navigate through the heart of the city. Boarding is conveniently located just steps from the conference. The boat is equipped with restrooms, climate-controlled lounge, and a full-service bar with wine, local beer, and craft cocktails for purchase.

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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 Senior Living and Long-Term Care Litigation Seminar is proudly sponsored by:

Arcuity AcruityVizion Cognitive Services Bassford Remele
Cray Huber Horstman Heil & VanAusdal LLC Dinsmore Legal Counsel
DZN Dzenitis Newman PLLC Attorneys at Law Excelas Fudge Broadwater
Gordon & Rees Scully Mansukhani
H|B|S Hall Booth Smith, P.C. Attorneys at Law HeplerBroom LLC HF Hurwitz Fine PC
Lewis Brisbois QPWB Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer P.A. Attorneys at Law
Sandberg Phoenix
Wilson Elser

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.