American Conference Institute's Annual Summit on Defending and Managing Automotive Product Liability Litigation
The American Conference Institute's Annual Summit on Defending and Managing Automotive Product Liability Litigation is a premier event dedicated to addressing the complex challenges in automotive product liability. Organized by the American Conference Institute (ACI), this summit brings together industry leaders, legal experts, and regulatory authorities to discuss and develop strategies for managing litigation risks in the automotive sector.
Key topics covered at the summit include defending against defect theories such as rollovers, side curtain airbags, and electronic stability control. Sessions also delve into the impact of recalls on class actions, the integration of vehicle driver assist and sensor technologies, and the implications of autonomous vehicles on product liability. Additionally, the conference explores the latest regulatory initiatives affecting automotive product safety and design, as well as developments in class action litigation, including arbitration clauses and the use of multi-district litigation to manage class actions.
The event features practical sessions on cross-examining experts, developing qualified new experts, and addressing privacy concerns related to data collected on event data recorders and other devices. Attendees have opportunities to engage in discussions on evidence preservation, controlling discovery costs, and avoiding sanctions for discovery abuse. The summit also provides a platform for networking with peers, sharing best practices, and gaining insights from notable speakers, including representatives from major automotive companies and regulatory bodies.
This summit is essential for in-house counsel, compliance officers, and legal professionals in the automotive industry seeking to stay abreast of evolving litigation trends, regulatory changes, and technological advancements. By attending, participants can enhance their ability to manage product liability risks effectively and develop strategies to navigate the dynamic automotive landscape.
Speakers(46)
Anthony J. Monaco
Partner at Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP
Anthony is a partner at Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP, specializing in product liability defense and complex litigation.
Anthony J. Sbarra
Shareholder at Hermes, Netburn, O’Connor & Spearing, P.C.
Anthony is a shareholder at Hermes, Netburn, O’Connor & Spearing, P.C., focusing on product liability and insurance defense.
Antony Klapper
Deputy General Counsel, Product Liability & Regulatory at Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Antony is the Deputy General Counsel for Product Liability & Regulatory at Volkswagen Group of America, Inc., overseeing litigation and compliance matters.
Cameron Azari
Vice-President Director of Hilsoft Notifications at Epiq Systems
Cameron is Vice-President and Director of Hilsoft Notifications at Epiq Systems, providing expert notice planning and implementation in class action settlements.
Cari K. Dawson
Partner at Alston & Bird
Cari is a partner at Alston & Bird, specializing in class action and complex litigation defense, with extensive experience in automotive product liability cases.
Cheryl A. Falvey
Partner at Crowell & Moring
Cheryl is a partner at Crowell & Moring, specializing in product liability, advertising, and consumer protection law.
Christopher Ekren
Senior Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at Sony Electronics
Christopher serves as Senior Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at Sony Electronics, overseeing legal affairs and compliance.
Christopher Perry
Acting Deputy Assistant General Counsel at National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Christopher serves as Acting Deputy Assistant General Counsel at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, focusing on legal and regulatory issues.
Clarke Sturge
Partner at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.
Clarke is a partner at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A., focusing on product liability defense and commercial litigation.
Daniel J. Arnett
Founding Partner at Arnett Law Group, LLC
Daniel is the founding partner of Arnett Law Group, LLC, specializing in civil litigation and product liability defense.
David M. Rice
Partner at Squire Patton Boggs
David is a partner at Squire Patton Boggs, specializing in product liability defense and commercial litigation.
Edward C. Stewart
Partner at Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP
Edward has extensive experience in complex litigation, including automotive product liability cases, and has presented on topics such as litigating claims involving component part suppliers.
Elizabeth Mykytiuk
Assistant General Counsel, Regulatory & Litigation at Volkswagen Group of America
Elizabeth serves as Assistant General Counsel for Regulatory & Litigation at Volkswagen Group of America, managing compliance and litigation matters.
Elizabeth Vanis McNulty
Partner at Taylor | Anderson LLP
Elizabeth is a partner at Taylor | Anderson LLP, focusing on product liability defense and commercial litigation.
Gary Wolensky
Shareholder at Buchalter, APC
Gary is a shareholder at Buchalter, APC, specializing in product liability defense and commercial litigation.
Glenn A. Jackson
Counsel, Product Litigation at General Motors Company
Glenn serves as Counsel for Product Litigation at General Motors Company, managing litigation strategies and risk assessment.
H. Paul Efstratis
Partner at LeClairRyan
Paul is a partner at LeClairRyan, focusing on product liability defense and commercial litigation.
Hon. Stephen J. Murphy, III
Judge at U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Judge Stephen J. Murphy, III serves as a U.S. District Court Judge in the Eastern District of Michigan, presiding over federal cases.
Hon. Young B. Kim
U.S. District Court Judge at Northern District of Illinois
Judge Young B. Kim serves as a U.S. District Court Judge in the Northern District of Illinois, presiding over federal cases.
Jacqueline Glassman
Partner at King & Spalding LLP
Jacqueline is a partner at King & Spalding LLP, focusing on transportation regulatory and litigation matters.
Jason D. Menges
Assistant General Counsel and Director - Legal at Nissan North America, Inc.
Jason serves as Assistant General Counsel and Director - Legal at Nissan North America, Inc., managing litigation and legal affairs.
Jeffrey A. Cohen
Shareholder at Carlton Fields, P.A.
Jeffrey is a shareholder at Carlton Fields, P.A., focusing on complex litigation and class action defense.
Jeffrey M. Croasdell
Director at Rodey, Dickason, Sloan, Akin, & Robb, P.A.
Jeffrey serves as a director at Rodey, Dickason, Sloan, Akin, & Robb, P.A., specializing in product liability and commercial litigation.
Jenna Aira-Ventrella, CEDS
National Leader, Global Forensic Technology Services at BDO USA LLP
Jenna is the National Leader for Global Forensic Technology Services at BDO USA LLP, providing expertise in forensic investigations and litigation support.
Katherine Halpin Moor
Counsel, Autonomous and Transportation Services at General Motors
Katherine serves as Counsel for Autonomous and Transportation Services at General Motors, focusing on legal issues related to emerging vehicle technologies.
Kevin C. Schiferl
Member at Frost Brown Todd
Kevin is a member at Frost Brown Todd, specializing in product liability defense and complex litigation.
Larry D. Grayson
Partner at Hartline Barger LLP
Larry focuses on automotive product liability litigation, with experience in defending manufacturers in cases involving distracted driving and accident reconstruction.
Mark Antalik
Managing Director at BDO USA LLP
Mark serves as Managing Director at BDO USA LLP, focusing on forensic accounting and litigation support services.
Matthew A. Goldberg
Partner at DLA Piper LLP (US)
Matthew is a partner at DLA Piper LLP (US), specializing in product liability and mass tort litigation.
Michael B. Gallub
Partner at Shook, Hardy & Bacon
Michael practices in class actions, complex litigation, product liability, and environmental law, serving as national and local lead counsel to major domestic and foreign companies, including the world's largest automotive companies.
Michael J. Wiggins
Partner at McDonald Toole Wiggins, P.A.
Michael is a partner at McDonald Toole Wiggins, P.A., specializing in product liability defense and complex litigation.
Mitchell P. Morinec
Shareholder at Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney, Ltd.
Mitchell is a shareholder at Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney, Ltd., specializing in product liability and mass tort defense.
Neal Walters
Product Liability Practice Group Leader at Ballard Spahr LLP
Neal is the Product Liability Practice Group Leader at Ballard Spahr LLP, specializing in product liability defense and complex litigation.
Paul A. Williams
Partner at Shook Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.
Paul is a partner at Shook Hardy & Bacon L.L.P., focusing on product liability defense and complex litigation.
Rafe Taylor
Partner at Trent & Taylor L.L.P.
Rafe specializes in product liability litigation and has presented on topics like ensuring confidentiality in automotive claims and using arbitration to advantage.
Rick Fuentes, Ph.D.
Founding Partner at R&D Strategic Solutions
Rick is the founding partner of R&D Strategic Solutions, providing expert analysis in jury research and trial strategy.
Robert A. Shields
Partner at Wilson Turner Kosmo LLP
Robert is a partner at Wilson Turner Kosmo LLP, focusing on product liability defense and commercial litigation.
Ryan J. Harrington, M.E.
Principal at Exponent
Ryan is a principal at Exponent, providing engineering consulting services in product safety and risk assessment.
Sarah Bruno
Partner at Arent Fox
Sarah is a partner at Arent Fox, specializing in advertising, marketing, and digital media law.
Spencer P. Hugret
Partner at Gordon & Rees LLP
Spencer is a partner at Gordon & Rees LLP, specializing in product liability defense and complex litigation.
Steven D. Smelser
Partner at Yukevich Cavanaugh
Steven is a partner at Yukevich Cavanaugh, specializing in product liability defense and complex litigation.
Steven M. Wernikoff
Partner at Honigman LLP
Steven is a partner at Honigman LLP, focusing on data privacy, cybersecurity, and consumer protection law.
Thomas N. Vanderford Jr.
Associate General Counsel Executive Director, Litigation at Hyundai Motor America
Thomas serves as Associate General Counsel and Executive Director of Litigation at Hyundai Motor America, overseeing litigation strategies and risk management.
Thomas P. Branigan
Managing Partner at Bowman and Brooke LLP
Thomas is the Managing Partner at Bowman and Brooke LLP, with a focus on defending high-exposure product liability and mass tort cases.
Timothy H. Goodman
Shareholder at Babst Calland
Timothy is a shareholder at Babst Calland, focusing on environmental and transportation law.
Todd A. Croftchik
Managing Counsel – Product Liability at Toyota Legal One c/o Toyota Motor North America, Inc.
Todd is the Managing Counsel for Product Liability at Toyota Legal One, overseeing litigation and risk management strategies.
Event Details
- Date
- June 1-2, 2018
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States
- Audience
- In-house counsel, compliance officers, legal professionals in the automotive industry