When:
June 4, 2025
Time:
11:00 – 12:00 p.m. (CDT)
Where:
Live Webinar
Speakers:
Richard A. Schuster (MWL’s Wisconsin Office)
What:
It’s one of the most underutilized, misunderstood legal doctrines in product liability litigation—but it could be a game-changer for subrogation professionals. Welcome to “The Malfunction Doctrine,” where Attorney Rich Schuster will demystify this powerful legal tool and explain when, where, and how to use it to secure major recoveries—even when the defective product is destroyed, lost, or unavailable for testing.
Starting from the basics, this session will unpack the legal framework that allows courts to infer product defects without direct evidence. You’ll learn which states have embraced it, which have rejected it, and which are on the fence—plus strategies for expanding its use in the next decade to better protect insurers and consumers. If you handle product liability cases, this is the doctrine you can’t afford to ignore.
Cost: Free to Attend
** This webinar will NOT provide CE or CLE, but it WILL provide valuable information for carriers who handle these types of claims.
Navigating Subrogation in Autonomous and Electric Vehicle Claims
When:
June 12, 2025
Time:
3:30 – 4:30 p.m. (CDT)
Where:
CLM Focus Conference
Nashville, Tennessee
Speakers:
Ashton T. Kirsch (MWL’s Wisconsin Office)
What:
Navigate subrogation in the era of autonomous and electric vehicles. This session prepares you for the seismic shift in claims handling, exploring transformed accident patterns, complex product liability issues, and unique challenges of electric vehicle incidents. Learn strategies for high-stakes cases and understand evolving insurance landscapes to stay ahead in this revolutionary field.
Co-presented by: Amber Guenther (Alliant Insurance Services, Inc.), Jenesse Nelson (Aon U.S. Construction and Infrastructure), and Stephen Collings (Envista Forensics).
Uncovering Hidden Third-Party Liability Opportunities
When:
June 13, 2025
Time:
9:00 – 10:00 a.m. (CDT)
Where:
CLM Focus Conference
Nashville, Tennessee
Speakers:
Mark A. Solomon (MWL’s Texas Office)
What:
Unlock hidden subrogation potential and transform your claims handling approach. This dynamic session challenges defense-oriented mindsets, equipping you with tools to identify overlooked third-party liability across various scenarios. Learn to recognize, investigate, and preserve subrogation claims effectively, maximizing recovery opportunities and enhancing your professional toolkit.
Co-presented by: Lovre Brajkovic (Nationwide Insurance Company), Kelsey Ball (Acuity, A Mutual Insurance Company), Krissy Mendoza (American Contractors Insurance), and Sherry Ruscher (MAS Solutions).
