Have you ever wondered what an actual Workers' Compensation trial is like?  Do you have an interest in what your defense counsel's role is during the trial?  What is the employee's attorney's case?  Who testifies and how?

This is your opportunity to see the action, ask important questions and gain a better understanding of the process.  This workshop and Mock Trial presentation will be orchestrated by Garofalo, Schrieber, Hart & Storm, one of the top defense law firms in Chicago.

Faculty

Garofalo, Schreiber, Hart & Storm Chartered, is a progressive law firm serving the needs of employers and their insurance carriers in a civil liability context.  The firm's size permits economical representation of employers in more than 35 counties throughout the State of Illinois.  Their staff of experienced attorneys aggressively pursues the interests of their clients by looking for fresh approaches and unique solutions to legal problems.  Their proven track record has earned them a place in Best's Directory of Recommended Insurance Attorneys and an "AV" rating by Martindale-Hubbell.

Joseph A. Garofalo, J.D., A.V. Peer Review Rated, Attorney, Garofalo, Schreiber, Hart & Storm Chartered

Mr. Garofalo has spent his entire career practicing in the area of Workers' Compensation and Employer's Liability.  He has extensive litigation experience before the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission, the Circuit Court, the Appellate Court and the Illinois Supreme Court.  He has lectured on the topic of Worker's Compensation defense before the Chicago Bar Association and a variety of business groups.  He has also presented seminars for insurance and self-insured professionals.

Scott T. Schreiber, J.D., B.V. Peer Review Rated, Attorney, Garofalo, Schreiber, Hart & Storm Chartered

Mr. Schreiber has extensive litigation experience in all areas of Workers' Compensation defense.  He has conducted training seminars on Workers' Compensation for numerous insurance companies, self-insured employers and administrators and local business organizations.

Derek A. Storm, J.D., L.L.M., A.V. Peer Review Rated, Attorney, Garofalo, Schreiber, Hart & Storm Chartered

Mr. Storm has extensive litigation experience before the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission, the Circuit Court and the Appellate Courts of Illinois.  He has lectured on topics of Workers' Compensation defense before a variety of business groups.  He has also presented numerous seminars and developed mock trials for insurance and self-insured companies,

Bennett F. Hart, J.D., B.V. Peer Review Rated, Attorney, Garofalo, Schreiber, Hart & Storm Chartered

Mr. Hart has extensive litigation experience in all areas of Workers' Compensation defense.  He has conducted training seminars for numerous insurance companies, self-insured employers and administrators and local business organizations.