School of Transportation

This course will describe the purposes and goals of an independent medical examination. It will discuss how to choose an examining doctor as well as documents needed and other preparation for the examination. A mock IME will be conducted.

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Lunch

August 17, 2023 12:15 PM ET

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Role of Truck Inspections in Truck Accident Claims

Speakers:

Jim Foster, Cassiday Schade LLP

Tom McLaughlin, TFI International

August 17, 2023 1:45 PM ET

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Break

August 17, 2023 3:15 PM ET

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Negligent Hiring, Retention and Supervision

Speakers:

Floyd Cottrell, Rawle & Henderson

Patty Stewart, High Definition Vehicle Insurance

August 17, 2023 3:45 PM ET

This course focuses on the legal basis for a Plaintiff to bring a case for negligent hiring, supervision, and/or retention in the context of a motor vehicle case. The course will also focus on the cross-examination of a Plaintiff's witness in order to aid the target audience in their investigations of such claims.

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM ET

Breakfast

8:45 AM - 10:15 AM ET

Basic Truck Accident Reconstruction

10:15 AM - 10:45 AM ET

Break

10:45 AM - 12:15 PM ET

Advanced Truck Accident Reconstruction

12:15 PM - 1:45 PM ET

Lunch

1:45 PM - 3:15 PM ET

The Role of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Regulations in Truck Accident Claims

3:15 PM - 3:45 PM ET

Break

3:45 PM - 5:15 PM ET

Comprehensive Injury Evaluation Analyzing and Valuing Complex Injury

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM ET

Study Groups and Prep for Exam

Breakfast

August 18, 2023 7:30 AM ET

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Basic Truck Accident Reconstruction

Speakers:

Tim Roth, Gallagher Sharp, LLP

Dirk Smith, Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc.

August 18, 2023 8:45 AM ET

This course will give the claims professionals insight on accident reconstruction basics. They will learn how an expert reconstructionist investigates a scene and determines the causes of accidents. The course will also cover a tractor/trailer’s mechanical systems and how they relate to accident causes.

Course Objectives:
Ability to understand time and distance calculations
Ability to understand the importance of scene and vehicle documentation
Ability to understand perception, reaction and stopping distances
Ability to understand air brake system
Ability to understand light bulb filaments

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Break

August 18, 2023 10:15 AM ET

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Advanced Truck Accident Reconstruction

Speakers:

Tim Roth, Gallagher Sharp, LLP

Dirk Smith, Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc.

August 18, 2023 10:45 AM ET

This course will give the claims professionals insight on accident reconstruction advanced. They will learn how an expert reconstructionist investigates a scene and determines the causes of accidents. The course will also cover a tractor/trailer’s mechanical systems and how they relate to accident causes.

Course Objective:
Ability to understand engine Electronic Control Modules.

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