Preparing and Trying the Bodily Injury Case Training Class

Course ID: 18927

Preparing and Trying the Bodily Injury Case Training Seminar

Enhance your Skills with Practical Tips and Strategies

Bodily injury cases are some of the toughest to litigate. Both sides can have a legitimate argument, but how do you best help your client? Knowing the liability, theory and strategy of both sides can help you develop an action plan so you can successfully litigate these cases. At this seminar, you'll delve into preparation, case building and trial strategies for both the defense and plaintiff sides of the argument. You'll also discuss settlement options and find out when settlement is the best option for your client. Register today!

Get started on the right foot by knowing what areas to cover in the initial interview with your client.
Gain valuable tips for conducting a thorough case investigation.
Learn how to assess and calculate reasonable damages so you can support your client's position.
Understand your alternative dispute resolution options so you can negotiate a settlement.
Know the ins and outs of drafting settlement documents and protecting the terms of the negotiation.
Keep your advice current with a look at current trends and developments.
Take away tips, techniques and strategies for litigating the plaintiff and defense case.
Learn to use expert witnesses to support your case and refute your opponent.


	Agenda
	CURRENT CASE LAW AND LEGISLATIVE UPDATE Nicholas A. Stratas Jr., 9:00 - 9:30 PREPARING THE PLAINTIFF'S BODILY INJURY CASE Andrew P. Cioffi, 9:45 - 10:45 Key Areas to Cover in the Initial Interview Evaluating the Case Building the Attorney-Client Relationship Conducting a Thorough Case Investigation Establishing Liability Special Liability Issues in Soft Tissue Injury Claims The Difficult Job of Proving Pain Damages - Burns, Scars, Closed Head Injuries, Strains and Sprains and Emotional Injuries Effective Trial Strategies for the Plaintiff BUILDING THE DEFENSE'S CASE Terri L. Frazier, 10:45 - 12:00 Effective Case Evaluation How to Conduct a Thorough Case Investigation Establishing a Strong Defense in the Pleadings Unique Discovery Strategies When Defending a Soft Tissue Injury Claim Using Pretrial Motions to Your Advantage Offer of Judgment SETTLING THE BODILY INJURY CASE Andrew P. Cioffi, 1:00 - 2:15 Understanding Alternative Dispute Resolutions/Mediation Structured Settlements Lien Considerations to Be Aware Of What to Look for in Judicially Supervised Settlements Drafting Effective Settlement Documents Releases, Partial Settlements and Assignments Recent Legislative Developments STANDING ON ETHICAL GROUND Nicholas A. Stratas Jr., 2:15 - 3:15 Rules of Professional Conduct The Tripartite Relationship Among Insured, Insurer and Counsel Conflicts of Interest Attorneys' Fees and Charges Dealing With the "Excess Claim" FUNDAMENTAL TRIAL TECHNIQUES FOR THE DEFENSE Terri L. Frazier, 3:30 - 4:30 Trial Considerations, Risks and Pre-Trial Motions Jury or Nonjury - Defense Considerations Using Expert Witnesses to Disprove the Claim Cross Examination of Expert Witnesses Witness Preparation and Presentation of Evidence Handling Motions and Appeals Post-Trial Issues