2024 PAMIC Claims Summit

Tuesday,  April 30th -  Wednesday,  May 1st
Lancaster Marriott Penn Square 25 S. Queen Street, Lancaster, PA

Each year PAMIC hosts the annual Claims Summit, which draws over 200 attendees and over 30 exhibitors including law firms, restoration companies, and other related businesses. Topics include litigation updates and popular claims trends, making this Conference the most significant claims focused program in the mid-Atlantic region. CE & CLE Credits are offered to those in attendance. 

Agenda:  

Claims Summit Agenda Tuesday, April 30th 7:30am – 8:30am: Breakfast / Registration 8:30am – 8:45am: Welcome & Opening Remarks 8:45am – 9:30am: The 10 Most Significant Liability Coverage Cases of the Past Decade Randy Maniloff, Partner, White and Williams, LLP For the past 23 years, Randy Maniloff has published an article discussing the 10 most significant liability coverage decisions nationally of that year.  In this program, Randy examines the ten cases that he believes are the most significant of the past decade.  These are decisions that address significant coverage issues frequently confronted by insurers and their counsel.   9:30am – 10:30am: Litigation Update Mike McKenna, Esq., Margolis Edelstein He’s back! Join Mike McKenna as he highlights The Year That Was in the often unpredictable world of litigation. What have the Courts been up to and how does that impact you? 10:30am – 11:00am: Networking Break 11:00am – 11:50am: Don’t Lose Your Head: A Primer on Investigating, Evaluating, and Defending TBI Claims  Joshua Bovender, Esq. and Christopher Royer, Psy.D. will provide a framework for effectively triaging TBI claims.  The presentation will address the modern medicine underlying concussion-related injuries, provide tools for spotting malingering plaintiffs, and offer legal strategies to cost-effectively maximize your defenses. 12:00pm – 1:15pm: Lunch 1:15pm – 2:05pm: BREAKOUT SESSION! Liability and Auto Bad Faith – The Dos and Don’ts and Don’ts (and some more) Don’ts for the Insurance Claims Professional Dale K. Forsythe, Esq., Wayman, Irvin & McAuley, LLC Richard F. Andracki, Esq., Andracki, Sysak & Artman, P.C. Mark Blackburn, AIC, President, Castle Claims Service This panel discussion will look at the law and ways to aggressively avoid many potential bad faith landmines in handling liability and auto claims, under the ever-present watchful eye of capable plaintiff counsel and often some pretty sophisticated insureds/claimants.  We will look at the provisions of the Bad Faith Act itself, the Unfair Insurances Practices Act, and pertinent court decisions, peppered with practical, real-life experiences.  A handy bad faith checklist for the adjuster, mid-level supervisor and company will be provided. OR Navigating the Maze of Bad Faith Insurance Claims Charles Kidhardt, Senior Claims Examiner, Goodville Mutual   Ryan Smith, Partner, Margolis Edelstein Kevin  Monastra, Partner, Margolis Edelstein Learn from our team of experts including trial attorneys and an insurance claims professional who will provide a comprehensive analysis of Bad Faith including how Bad Faith is defined, how to avoid Bad Faith, litigation pitfalls, defenses, and Bad Faith in property damage claims 2:15pm – 3:05pm: Sinkhole Claim Evaluation: The Importance of Engaging a Team of Professionals Jennifer Potter, PG, Barry Isett Todd Gerhart, PE, SE, Barry Isett Sinkholes, natural ground collapse hazards, often occur without warning and can result in significant property damage, loss of life, or temporary displacement of individuals insured. Due to their unusual and often hidden attributes, the damage assessment on sinkhole claims can be daunting for the Claims Adjuster. This presentation focuses on how and why sinkholes form, typical stabilization methods utilized for sinkhole remediation and structure repair, and the importance of engaging a team of professional engineers and geologists to assist the Claims Adjuster in evaluating sinkhole claims. Employing a team approach enhances the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the claims process, while also reducing the risk of future litigation. OR The Top 10 Cases Impacting the Fight Against Insurance Fraud Jeffrey Rapattoni, Assistant Director, Casualty Department, Marshall Dennehey Post pandemic insurance fraud is at historic rates costing $308 Billion a year. Since 2020 however there have been a rush of fraud fighting cases making it more difficult than ever to prosecute these cases civilly. We will explore the top 10 cases post 2020 impacting the fight against insurance fraud from a national perspective that result in local consequences. 3:05pm – 3:30pm: Networking Break 3:30pm – 4:20pm: Navigating the Sharing Economy: A Legal and Insurance Perspective for P/C Claims Professionals John R. Riddell, Esq., Marshall Dennehey Join us for an enlightening session led by John R. Riddell, Esq., exploring the intricacies of the sharing economy within the property/casualty claims landscape. Delve into the regulatory and insurance aspects of ride-sharing, food delivery, vehicle sharing, and real estate platforms like Airbnb and VRBO. Understand the complexities of Transportation Network Company statutes, insurance coverage nuances while "on the app," and the distinct challenges and similarities between various sharing services. This presentation promises a comprehensive overview for professionals navigating the evolving sharing economy. 4:30pm – 6:30pm: Networking Reception Wednesday, May 1st 7:15am – 8:15am: Continental Breakfast / Registration 8:15am – 8:45am: Opening Remarks & Door Prizes 8:45am – 9:35am: Escaping the #1 Judicial Hellhole - Venue, Forum Non Conveniens, and Jurisdiction Barry Kronthal, Partner, Margolis Edelstein D.J. Geis, Partner, Margolis Edelstein Kate Sears, Associate, Margolis Edelstein Learn about Venue, Forum Non Conveniens, and Jurisdiction and how they impact your cases. Our attorneys will delve into the critical issues of Venue shopping, the distinction between Venue and Forum Non Conveniens, when to raise Venue, Forum Non Conveniens, and Jurisdiction objections, and consequences of failing to raise these objections. 9:35am – 10:00am: Break 10:00am – 10:50am: Rushing to Judgment: The Two Most Significant Automobile and Property Coverage Decisions Impacting 2024 Scott Rybny, Morgan, Akins, & Jackson PLLC Heather Norris, Claims Manager, Penn National Insurance In this presentation, the presenters have selected two legal decisions that may significantly impact adjusters in 2024.  From crashes to hackers, the panel will discuss the court-created chameleon known as the “regular use” exclusion as well as coverage issues related to the replacement of electronic data. Attendees will be provided with practical guidance that they will be able to incorporate into their claim handling as the number of claims involving both cyber-attacks and the regular use exclusion will continue to proliferate. 11:00am – 11:50am: Insurance Jeopardy!  Heather Norris, CPCU, AIC, AIM, AIS, SCLA, Lacey Conn, Esq., and Michael Bishop, Esq. will present this fast paced and fun filled event modeled after the classic Jeopardy gameshow.  The presentation explores common issues across Pennsylvania, Maryland, Washington, D.C. and Virginia.  Questions will be presented for audience members to answer, followed by a short discussion of each topic. 12:00pm: Lunch & Departure

Reserve your spot at the NEW location today!  

 

Register Sponsor Exhibit

Room Block Information:

• Available Dates: Monday,  April 29th & Tuesday,  April 30th
• Rate: $179.00 (plus applicable taxes)
• Reservation Deadline: Monday, April 8, 2024. Rate will not be available after this date. 
• How to reserve: Call (717) 239-1600 and ask for the PAMIC Claims Summit Group Room Block or via the Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square's Booking site

Thank you to our 2024 Sponsors

Questions?

Contact our Director of Events and Education, Becky Ferris at becky@pamic.org or call 717-303-0197.

Cancellation Policy

Refunds will be provided if written notice of cancellation is submitted on or before Monday,  April 22, 2024.  

After this date, no refunds will be issued. Contact Lora Sharp at lora@pamic.org for more information. 

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Mutual Insurance Day 

Monday, May 6, 2024
Harrisburg Hilton & Capitol Building

The mutual insurance industry is undeniably a heavily regulated and legislated industry. In this environment, insurance employers and employees alike recognize that decisions made by these officials can impact their success for many years.  This adds an element of responsibility for those in the industry to  be engaged in the political process.  There is no better way to learn about the industry's regulatory climate and to have your voice heard than collectively at PAMIC's Mutual Insurance Day. 

At this important and free-to-members event, you will have the opportunity to hear from PA Insurance Commissioner Mike Humphries and lawmakers, as well as be updated on the most pressing issues that could impact the insurance industry.  Take advantage of this event to update seasoned employees or educate new employees of the ever-changing regulatory environment and how it affects operations.

Agenda

8:00am - 8:30am: Registration / Continental Breakfast

8:30am - 8:45am: Welcome / Opening Remarks

8:45am - 9:30am: PA Insurance Department Update

Michael Humphreys, Acting Commissioner, Pennsylvania Insurance Department

9:30am - 9:45am: Break

9:45am - 10:30am: PAC/PAMIC Legislative Update Matt Steck & Ron Gallagher

10:30am - 11:15am: November Election Forecast 

11:15am - 12:00pm: NAMIC Update

Anna Buhlinger, NAMIC

12:00pm - 1:00pm: Lunch and Adjournment

Questions?

Contact our Director of Events and Education, Becky Ferris at rferris@pamic.org or call 717-303-0197.

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NAMIC Congressional Contact Program

July 10 -11 , 2024
NAMIC Offices, 20 F ST NW, Suite 510, Washington DC 20001
No Cost to Register

NAMIC’s Congressional Contact Program (CCP) is a world-class advocacy operation that is widely known within the insurance world as the industry’s premier grassroots program. CCP is designed to provide attendees with the opportunity to personally visit with their congressional representatives and staff to voice their concerns over national legislation and issues that affect the property/casualty insurance industry.

Register

Agenda:

Wednesday, July 10th
4:00pm - 5:30pm:  Federal Affairs Briefing at NAMIC Office

Thursday, July 11th
TBD Congressional Meetings

Hotel Information:

There is no room block for this event. There are hotels within walking distance of the Capitol.

Our preferred hotel that we have a corporate rate agreement with is the Royal Sonesta. This is a brand new property right across the street from the NAMIC office.  To access our corporate rate, click here NAMIC Corporate Rate at Royal Sonesta Capitol Hill. Under the rate code, you should see 2NATIONO filled in in the Corporate/Promo box. That should apply a 15% discount to any room that gets booked that way, as long as the hotel has availability (if nothing pops up it’s likely the hotel is close to sold out and can’t honor the rate. Regardless of which hotel you all use we strongly recommend folks book early as hotels tend to fill up quickly in DC. 

 Other hotels in the area:

1. Yotel (formerly Liaison)
2. Capitol Hill Hilton (formerly Washington Court)
3. Phoenix Park

Questions?

Contact Lora Sharp at lsharp@pamic.org or call 717-303-0197.

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Sponsor the 117th PAMIC Convention

August 4-6, 2024

The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa & Marina

100 Heron Blvd. at Route 50, Cambridge, MD 21613

 As one of the largest mutual insurance events on the East Coast, the PAMIC Convention includes attendees from all over the Mid-Atlantic region. Unique sponsorship opportunities are available and industry experts and vendors are able to showcase their company in front of a prominent, decision making audience!

Sponsor 

Sponsorship does not automatically register you to attend.
Please register below.

Quick Links:

 Attend  |  Exhibitor  |  Golf 

All sponsors will receive the following benefits:

• Preliminary attendee list updates prior to the Convention
• Company name or logo printed in program
  *please note: if a logo is not provided, we will use what we have on file
• Company name or logo displayed on prominent event signage
• Silver level sponsors and above are able to provide 400 of their marketing items to be included in attendee bags
• Sponsors will receive a 20% discount on advertisements in the Convention program. (PAMIC is not responsible for designing or providing company ads)

1. 1/4 page advertisement: $160 (normally $200)
2. 1/2 page advertisement: $240 (normally $300)
3. Full page advertisement: $400 (normally $500)

*Advertisement specs:

1/4 page: 2.75 x 4.25 

1/2 page: 4.25 x 5.5

Full page: 5.5 x 8.

*all ads should have a .125 bleed and be minimum 600 dpi

Questions about the ads? Contact our expert here.

Diamond Sponsorship ($10,000):

(includes 2 reserved tables at Chairman's Dinner)

(also includes 2 complimentary attendee registrations- contact Lora Sharp at lsharp@pamic.org for coupon code)

Choose 1: Chairman's Dinner & Entertainment Welcome Reception Keynote Speaker Convention Audio/Visual & WiFi Convention App Pre-Convention CEO Roundtable (agenda fully hosted by YOUR COMPANY - email Becky@pamic.org for info)

Sapphire Sponsorship ($8,000):  

(includes 2 reserved tables at Chairman's Dinner)

(also includes 2 complimentary attendee registrations- contact Lora Sharp at lsharp@pamic.org for coupon code)

Choose 1: Golf Outing & Farewell Reception Chairman's Reception (Diamonds & Champagne) Programs Annual Meeting Luncheon Breakfasts Refreshment Breaks

Emerald Sponsorship ($6,000): 

(also includes 1 complimentary attendee registration- contact Lora Sharp at lsharp@pamic.org for coupon code)

Choose 1: Convention Lanyards Late Night S'mores Kits & Fire Pit Hotel Key Cards Young Professionals Mixer

Gold Sponsorship ($4,000): 

(also includes 1 complimentary attendee registration- contact Lora Sharp at lsharp@pamic.org for coupon code)

Choose 1: Guest/Spouse Program- Winery Tour Convention Pins Past Chairperson's Breakfast Advertised Pool Cabana Sunday Evening Reception Benefiting the PAMIC PAC Logod Mosquito Bracelets

Silver Sponsorship ($2,000): 

These sponsors will receive all of the benefits below (Bronze) plus recognition on prominent Convention signage with other Silver Sponsors and receive company recognition from the podium during the general session. Silver sponsors are also able to send in marketing items for attendee bags. (Company provides items.)

Bronze Sponsorship ($1,000): 

These sponsors will receive name recognition in the Convention program, and on prominent convention signage with other Bronze Sponsors. Sponsor identification is noted on name badges. You also receive a preliminary Convention registration list.

Deadlines:

• All sponsorship payments are due by Friday, July 12, 2024. 
• The deadline for submitted program advertisements is Friday, July 12, 2024.
• Diamond, Sapphire, and Emerald sponsors, please forward your logo to Alex Resetar (aresetar@pamic.org) in a high resolution format (preferably an eps file or large tif file) upon registering. 

Silver sponsors and above: marketing materials for the attendee bags must be received at the PAMIC office- 4999 Louise Drive, Suite 304, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055- by Friday, July 12, 2024. 

Please note, any sponsorship signups submitted after 5pm on Friday, July 12, 2024 may not be featured in print due to production time.  Thank you for your understanding and support of PAMIC. 

If you are sponsoring the Convention, thank you! Please know that you must still register as an attendee if you want to attend. The sponsorship awards your company advertising and promotion, but registration is still required.

Sponsors

Questions?

Contact our Director of Events and Education, Becky Ferris at rferris@pamic.org or call 717-303-0197.

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117th Annual Convention
Ride the Wave

August 4 - 6, 2024

The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa & Marina 

100 Heron Blvd at Route 50, Cambridge, MD 21613

Join PAMIC for the 117th Annual Convention, this year located at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa & Marina in Cambridge, Maryland!

As one of the largest mutual insurance events on the East Coast, this year, the PAMIC Convention includes attendees from all over Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic region.  

Our theme for 2024 is Ride the Wave.  Join us as we explore the many ways we can connect in today's mutual landscape while you make connections with friends old and new.

Don't forget to bring your golf clubs and join us for the annual golf outing! 

What does registration include?

Registration includes access to:

• All educational sessions and annual state trade meetings

• Entrance to Exhibit Hall

• Breakfast, Lunch & Refreshment Breaks

• The Welcome Reception

• The Chairman's Reception, Dinner & Entertainment

• The Young Professional's Mixer (Monday, August 5th)

• Tuesday's Farewell Reception

Separate registrations are necessary for:

• Sponsorship: to sponsor the Convention

• Exhibition: to exhibit at the Convention

• Sunday evening PAMIC PAC Reception

• Spouse Activity 

• Tuesday's Golf Outing

Reserve Your Room

Room reservations can be made through the PAMIC Room Block with the Hyatt at a special rate of $264/night (plus taxes & fees).  

The PAMIC Room Block closes on Monday, July 22, 2024.

Agenda 

Coming Soon!

Questions?

Contact our Director of Events and Education, Becky Ferris at rferris@pamic.org or call 717-303-0197.

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Cancellation Policy

Cancellation deadline of Wednesday, July 31, 2024. Cancellations made before this date will receive a refund of paid registration fees minus a $75 administrative fee. Please email lora@pamic.org with cancellation request. .