The DRI Professional Liability Conference is an annual event organized by DRI's Professional Liability Committee, dedicated to addressing the challenges faced by professionals in various industries. The 2019 conference focused on providing solutions for handling current claims and practical tips to avoid future ones, offering attendees two days of stress relief, claims mitigation, and networking opportunities.
Key topics covered during the conference included strategies for defending professionals at trial, avoiding ethical violations when advising the marijuana industry, and addressing new issues and trends in errors and omissions insurance coverage. Sessions also explored how to defend atypical malpractice cases and how to avoid frequent ethics traps for lawyers.
The conference featured notable speakers such as Zandra Foley, who presented on "Natural Disasters: When Real Estate and Insurance Agents Become the Insurance," discussing how plaintiffs and their lawyers attempt to create coverage in the wake of natural disasters by generating claims against insurance agents, brokers, or real estate professionals. The event also provided ample networking opportunities, allowing attendees to connect with clients and colleagues.
This conference is ideal for professionals seeking to stay abreast of developments in professional liability, including attorneys, insurance agents, real estate professionals, and others interested in claims mitigation and ethical practices. Attendees can gain valuable insights into defending against malpractice claims and avoiding common ethical pitfalls.
Speakers(2)
Wendy Merrill
Founder and Chief Rainmaker at StrategyHorse Consulting Group
Wendy Merrill is the Founder and Chief Rainmaker of StrategyHorse Consulting Group, focusing on professional growth and leadership development. She led the 'Defining Your Career: A Professional Growth Workshop for Rising Leaders' at the DRI Professional Liability Conference 2019.
Zandra E. Foley
Partner at Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP
Zandra E. Foley is a partner at Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP, specializing in professional liability defense. She presented on 'Natural Disasters: When Real Estate and Insurance Agents Become the Insurance' at the DRI Professional Liability Conference 2019.
Event Details
- Date
- December 2-4, 2019
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 New York, United States
- New York Marriott Marquis
- Audience
- Professionals in various industries, including attorneys, insurance agents, and real estate professionals, interested in claims mitigation and ethical practices.