Medical Malpractice Retreat

Retreat Co-Chairs:
Lauren E. Davis
First Truth Law, Smith Mountain Lake

Melissa G. Ray
Nichols Zauzig, Woodbridge

9.0 Hours CLE (0.5 Hours Wellness)

Thinking about taking on medical malpractice cases? Or looking to enhance your strategy? May seem like climbing Mount Everest. We have a solution! This Retreat is built for plaintiff attorneys who want to master the complexities of med mal litigation.

Medical malpractice is one of the most complex and expert-driven areas of personal injury law, requiring a deep understanding of both law and medicine. This program focuses on the legal standards and will provide practical guidance on case selection, working with medical experts, navigating pre-suit requirements, and using AI to efficiently put your case together for trial.  Attendees will gain insights from experienced trial lawyers on how to evaluate potential cases, develop compelling theories of liability, and manage the unique challenges that come with litigating against healthcare providers.

Whether you're new to med mal or looking to sharpen your skills, this CLE will equip you with the tools to build stronger cases and advocate more effectively for your clients from beginning to end.

Who Should Attend: Any attorney who represents individuals injured by medical negligence or is looking to expand their personal injury practice into the complex field of healthcare-related litigation should attend. If you are new to med mal, be sure to attend the Primer session on Day 1!

Friday's lunch is kindly sponsored by JMW Settlements. Make plans to attend our cocktail reception following Friday's adjournment, courtesy of Joanna Wynes Settlements. Breakfast on Saturday courtesy of Parambil.

Topics At A Glance:

• A Primer on the Law
• Don't Commit Malpractice at the Beginning! Expert Certifications Update
• To Take or Not Take - That is the Question: Intake and Initial Investigations
• Who Should I Sue? Identifying the Correct Defendants
• Informed Consent and Shared Decision Making
• Negligent Supervision? But We Don't Have Negligent Supervision in Virginia!
• Discovery - Immediately Seize the Advantage!
• Expert Designation Issues Specific to Med Mal
• Prepping Experts for Depos in Med Mal Cases - What are the Magic Words?
• Pre-Trial Motions - Offense and Defense
• Common Evidentiary Issues
• Court of Appeals, Case Law Update, and Trends in Med Mal Cases
• AI Use in Med Mal Cases
• Plus 30 minutes of Wellness

Agenda

This retreat, offered in-person only, is open to attorney members, one of the many benefits of VTLA membership, and is restricted to plaintiff attorneys only.

Register before September 5 to get the best rates!
 

If you are not yet a member, please consider joining.
Call 804-343-1143 for details.

CLE Certificate and Materials: 
Retreat materials, along with the CLE Certificate of Attendance, will be emailed to you 1-2 days prior to the retreat so that you may print any materials you wish to have with you. If you would like to access these materials while at the retreat, bring your laptop or tablet; no printed copies will be provided. Materials and certificates to any VTLA program you have registered for may be accessed in MyVTLA, located at the top of the VTLA website.

Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early and come to the VTLA registration table to check in.

Event Anti-Harassment, Discrimination and Safety Policy

The Publisher Hotel
711 William St.
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Phone: (540) 518-2624

Directions

VTLA has a block of rooms at a discounted rate of $179/night. Reserve your room soon - our block expires August 12th 22nd. Valet parking is available for $22/night.

• Make your reservations online here

WE HOPE YOU WON'T, but if you must cancel, the VTLA cancellation policy applies to all paid meeting events, including any scheduled social events. All cancellations or changes must be in writing. Cancellations received before materials are emailed will be refunded the registration fee paid less a $100 cancellation fee. Due to guarantees required to our vendors, no refunds will be given after that point. Thank you for your understanding.