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3:00 – 6:30
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Registration
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4:00 – 5:00
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PLDF Book Club
Join with your fellow PLDF members for a lively discussion of The Age of Magical Thinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality.
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5:00 – 5:30
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Annual Membership Meeting
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5:30 – 6:00
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Board of Directors Reception (Invitation Only)
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6:00 – 7:00
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Welcome Reception
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7:15
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Dine Arounds
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Thursday, September 26, 2024
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Our sincere thanks to our Day Sponsors:
Bassford Remele | Collins Einhorn Farrell PC | Consilio | Freeman Mathis & Gary LLP
Goldberg Segalla LLP | Haight | International Sureties | Irwin Fritchie
Milodragovich Dale Steinbrenner, P.C. | Minnesota Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company
Ringler Associates | Segal McCambridge | Wallace Jordan Ratliff & Brandt, LLC
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7:00
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Registration
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7:00 – 8:00
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Breakfast
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8:00 – 10:05
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Opening Remarks | 2023-2024 President David Anderson, Collins Einhorn Farrell P.C.
Awards Presentation
Preparing Yourself & Your Carrier for Trial in a PL Case: Pre-Trial Reports, Pre-Trial Filings, and Getting Yourself Organized |
Presented by: Erin Higgins,
Conn Kavanaugh LLP, Nicholle R. Harrison, Esq., QBE,
Jason Jobe, Thompson Coe, and Alexander Wilder, JD, CPCU
, Markel
Defusing Nuclear Verdicts Before the Courthouse Steps | Presented by: Michelle M. Arbitrio, Wood Smith Henning Berman (WSHB), Heather Levinsky, Berkley Select,
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Paul D. Motz, Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney
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10:05 – 10:25
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Refreshment Break
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10:25 – 11:15
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Concurrent Sessions
- Everybody Gets Sued! Liability Issues When Mom & Pop Sell the Family Business | Presented by: Jennifer Faas, Aspen Insurance Group, Julie Jorgensen, Evans & Dixon LLC, and J. Michael Reese, JD/LL.M, CNA
- PL Insurance Coverage Issues: A Discussion of the Most Common, the Most Unusual, and How They Can Impact the Defense of the Case | Presented
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Ryan Kelly, Berkley Select, Andy Kenney, Allied World, Matthew S. Marrone, Goldberg Segalla, LLP, and Barbara C. Serafini, Gallagher Bassett
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11:25 – 12:15
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Concurrent Sessions
- Attorney Well-Being as a Matter of Professional Competence | Presented by: Andrew Carroll, Clark Hill, Dana Gittleman, Marshall Dennehey, P.C., Joy Malbon-Griffin, Minnesota Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company, and Alesia Sulock, Marshall Dennehey, P.C.
- The Truth - Understanding Where to Collect the Data You Need to Win More Cases |Presented by: Anthony Burrows, Sompo International, Erik P. Crep, Wicker Smith, and Robert Draper, Relevant Data Technologies
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12:15 – 1:15
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Luncheon
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12:15 – 1:15
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Board of Directors Meeting
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1:20 – 2:10
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Concurrent Sessions
Navigating New Frontiers: Understanding and Mitigating Emerging Risks in Accounting Liability | Presented by: Christopher F. Lyon, Goldberg Segalla, LLP, Christopher Piety, Esq., Aspen Insurance, Zina Saeed, Lemme Insurance Brokers & Consultants, a division of EPIC, and Sandra Schneider, J.D., CAMICO Mutual Insurance Company
UNcivil Discourse: The First Amendment and Regulating Speech at Public School Board Meetings |
Presented by: Christopher J. Conrad, Marshall Dennehy, P.C., Anne Schmidt Frankel, Burns White
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2:10 – 2:25
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Refreshment Break
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2:30 – 4:15
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General Session
Real World Applications of Generative AI in the Legal Arena: The Practice of Law, the Business of Law, Legal Ethics, and Professional Liability | Presented by: Tyler Alexander, Thomson Reuters, Allan Cobb, Cobb Law PLLC, and Courtney Risk,
Your Jurors: Impacts of Reptile Tactics, Lawyer Advertising, and Third-Party Litigation | Presented by: Donald Patrick Eckler, Freeman, Mathis & Gary LLP, Jessica Kansky, Ph.D., Immersion Legal, Nick Polavin, Ph.D., IMS Legal Strategies, and Robert Tighe, Jr., Coverys
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4:30
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Field Trips
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7:00 – 10:00
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Annual Meeting Social & Dinner
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Friday, September 27, 2024
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Our sincere thanks to our Day Sponsors:
Conn Kavanaugh | Copeland Stair Valz & Lovell LLP | Legal Ethics Consulting
Marshall Dennehey | Moreira Sayles Ramirez
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6:00
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Fun Run
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6:45 – 7:45
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Breakfast
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8:00 – 9:00
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General Session
Remarks from 2024-2025 President Peter Biging, Goldberg Segalla, LLP
Cognitive Psychology in the Courtroom: Making Facts Matter Again | Presented by: Jason Crew, COPIC Insurance Company and Michelle Meloche, Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC
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9:10 – 10:00
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Concurrent Sessions
Artificial Intelligence: Friend or Foe (or Both) for Lawyers? | Presented by: Kathleen Buck, Minnesota Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company, Sean C. Pierce, Esq., Wallace, Jordan, Ratliff & Brandt, LLC, Laura Zaroski, JD, RPLU, Arthur J. Gallagher, and Megan Zurn, AXA XL
Cultural Competence: Making DEI More than Just an HR Buzzword | Presented by: Lenore Chouinard, Hartford Steam Boiler, Kristen J. Coleman, Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney, Robin Hodson, Lancer Claims Services, and Kate Whitlock, McAngus Goudelock & Courie, LLC
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10:00 – 10:15
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Refreshment Break
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10:25 – 11:15
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General Session
Allegedly Improvident Settlements: Claims Handling and Defense | Presented by: Svetlana Kots, Sompo and Matthew P. O'Malley, Tompkins, McGuire, Wachenfeld & Barry, LLP
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PLDF has applied for CLE credit for attorneys and CE credit for adjusters in the following states
- CE Credit: AL, CA, GA, OK, TX
- CLE Credit: AL, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, LA, MA, MN, MO, MT, ND, NE, NJ, NY, OH, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, WV
Hours approved are determined by the state boards. We have partnered with CEU Institute as our CLE/CE provider to manage all credits: www.ceuinstitute.net. Should you have questions, please contact accreditation@ceuinstitute.net.
Enjoy Thursday afternoon one of two trips: The Trolley Tour of Atlanta or a Wine Tasting (SOLD OUT). Please note that while complimentary to Annual Meeting registrants, space is limited and pre-registration is required.
Special thanks to our tour sponsors:
Bassford Remele | BST & Co. | Collins Einhorn Farrell PC | Consilio | Freeman Mathis & Gary LLP
Goldberg Segalla LLP | Haight | International Sureties | Irwin Fritchie
Milodragovich Dale Steinbrenner, P.C. | Minnesota Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company
Ringler Associates | Segal McCambridge | Wallace Jordan Ratliff & Brandt, LLC
Thursday Evening Social and Dinner
Join with fellow attendees as we head to South City Kitchen Buckhead for great food, fun, and networking at the Thursday Evening Social and Dinner. Thank you
to our Dinner Sponsors:
Bassford Remele | Collins Einhorn Farrell PC | Consilio | Freeman Mathis & Gary LLP
Goldberg Segalla LLP | Haight | International Sureties | Irwin Fritchie
Milodragovich Dale Steinbrenner, P.C. | Minnesota Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company
Ringler Associates | Segal McCambridge | Wallace, Jordan, Ratliff & Brandt, LLC
We have secured a block of guestrooms at the Intercontinental Buckhead Atlanta for our guests at a rate of $259. Please make your hotel reservation at: https://bit.ly/2024PLDFAnMtgHotelReservation or phone the Intercontinental Buckhead Atlanta at 404-946-9000
and reference the PLDF Annual Conference. Rooms must be reserved by 5:00 p.m. (Eastern) on Tuesday, September 3, 2024.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available for firms and vendors. Please contact the PLDF office as soon as possible to reserve your spot.
Our sincere thanks to our 2024 Annual Meeting Sponsors
Registration
The PLDF Annual Meeting offers great education and social events at a great value.
Registration fees for Claims Professionals, Risk Managers & Insurance Producers and Attorneys include:
- CLE/CEU presentations designed specifically for those working in the professional liability community
- Meals and Refreshments during Annual Meeting Programming
- Welcome Reception
- Complimentary Sightseeing Tour (Pre-Registration Required; Limited Space Available)
- Thursday Evening Member Social and Dinner
Guest Registration is also available and includes:
- Welcome Reception
- Complimentary Sightseeing Tour (Pre-Registration Required; Limited Space Available)
- Thursday Evening Member Social and Dinner
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Claims Professionals, Risk Managers, and Insurance Professionals
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$349
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$349 |
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Attorneys in Practice 10 Years or More
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$899 (Non-Members $1,139) |
$999 (Non-Members $1,239) |
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Attorneys in Practice Fewer than 10 Years
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$749 (Non-Members $869) |
$849 (Non-Members $969) |
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Vendors
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$999 (Non-Members $1,239)
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$1,099 (Non-Members $1,339)
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Guests
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$299
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$299
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Thursday Dinner Only
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$179
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$179
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Financial Aid Policy & Refunds
The PLDF maintains a financial aid policy for those seeking registration fee accommodation based upon individual circumstances. Email us at admin@PLDF.org for information pertaining to the program.
A full refund will be issued for cancellations made in writing to admin@pldf.org and received on or before August 25, 2024. Cancellations received between August 26 and September 15 will receive a refund, less a $200 processing
fee. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after September 15. Cancelled registrations may not be applied to future conference registrations. Substitutions may be made at any time without charge.
Planning Committee
Our sincere thanks to our 2024 Annual Meeting Planning Committee
David Anderson, Esq., Collins Einhorn Farrell, PC
Michelle Arbitrio, Wood Smith Henning Berman (WSHB)
Peter J. Biging, Esq., Goldberg Segalla LLP
Kathleen Buck,
Minnesota Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company
Andrew Carroll, Clark Hill PLC
Jennifer Faas, Aspen Insurance Group
James Hunter, Collins Einhorn Farrell, PC
Corinne Ivanca, Allina
Sean Pierce, Wallace, Jordan, Ratliff & Brandt, L.L.C.
Andrew Sayles, Moreira Sayles Ramirez LLC
Hannah Stone, Milodragovich, Dale & Steinbrenner, PC
Megan Zurn, AXA XL
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