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2026 Insurance Bad Faith and Extra-Contractual Liability Seminar

by DRI

The 2026 Insurance Bad Faith and Extra-Contractual Liability Seminar is a premier event organized by DRI, the leading organization of civil defense attorneys and in-house counsel. Scheduled from June 3 to June 5, 2026, at the Omni Louisville Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky, this seminar is designed for insurance executives, claims professionals, legal practitioners, and outside counsel specializing in defending bad faith claims and litigation.

Attendees will gain valuable insights into evaluating and successfully defending bad faith cases, with sessions led by top trial lawyers. The seminar will cover the latest trends and developments in bad faith litigation across the country, provide perspectives from current and former judges on discovery issues, and offer viewpoints from policyholder counsel on litigating bad faith disputes. Ethical considerations in alternative dispute resolution proceedings will also be addressed.

The event offers numerous networking opportunities, including receptions and Dine-Arounds, allowing participants to connect with peers in the industry. Additionally, counsel meetings with major companies such as Travelers are scheduled, providing a platform for direct engagement with key industry players. Representatives from various insurance companies, including Liberty Mutual Insurance Company and USAA, will be in attendance, facilitating further professional connections.

This seminar is ideal for insurance claim professionals, in-house counsel, and legal practitioners involved in bad faith litigation. Attendees will benefit from expert-led sessions, practical strategies, and the opportunity to network with industry leaders, enhancing their professional development and effectiveness in handling bad faith claims.

Speakers(26)

Bill Kobokovich

Attorney at Travelers

Bill Kobokovich is an attorney at Travelers in Hunt Valley, MD, focusing on proactive strategies in defending bad faith claims.

Chief Justice John D. Minton (ret.)

Retired Chief Justice at Supreme Court of Kentucky

Chief Justice John D. Minton (ret.) is the former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Kentucky, offering perspectives on discovery in bad faith litigation.

Chris Martin

Partner at Martin, Disiere, Jefferson & Wisdom

Chris Martin is a partner at Martin, Disiere, Jefferson & Wisdom in Houston, TX, recognized as a leading bad faith defense trial lawyer.

Cristina Cambo

Partner at Cambo Ferry

Cristina Cambo is a partner at Cambo Ferry in Orlando, FL, specializing in challenging damages in bad faith cases.

David T. Vanalek

Chief Legal Officer at Richmond National

David T. Vanalek is the Chief Legal Officer at Richmond National in Richmond, VA, specializing in AI applications in insurance claim handling.

Demetrius Rush

Attorney at Zurich

Demetrius Rush is an attorney at Zurich in Schaumburg, IL, focusing on damages in bad faith litigation.

Dina M. Cox

Partner at Lewis Wagner and Trimble

Dina M. Cox is a partner at Lewis Wagner and Trimble in Indianapolis, IN, specializing in ethics in mediations of bad faith cases.

Frank Ramos

Partner at Goldberg Segalla

Frank Ramos is a partner at Goldberg Segalla in Miami, FL, focusing on the impact of AI on bad faith claims.

Galina Jakobson

Attorney at Freeman Mathis & Gary

Galina Jakobson is an attorney at Freeman Mathis & Gary in Seattle, WA, focusing on insurance defense and bad faith claims.

Griffin Terry Sumner

Attorney at FBT Gibbons

Griffin Terry Sumner is an attorney at FBT Gibbons in Louisville, KY, with experience in discovery issues in bad faith cases.

Event Details

Date
June 3-5, 2026
3 days
Location
🇺🇸 Louisville, United States
Omni Louisville Hotel
Pricing
Save up to $700 when you register by April 20
Audience
Insurance executives, claims professionals, legal practitioners, and outside counsel specializing in defending bad faith claims and litigation