2026 Annual Summer Meeting + Conference

9:15 – 10:15 a.m.

presented by Scott Carvo – Partner, Warner Norcross & Judd

10:30 – 11:00 a.m.

If you represent an employer of just about any size, their employees are using ChatGPT to do their work for them.  Not all of them, but a lot of them.  This presentation will discuss what employers need to know about the risks of restrictionless AI use in the workplace, what policies can be implemented to control liability risk, and what liability might result from failing to properly monitor and train employees.

presented by Andrew Cascini – Henn Lesperance PLC

10:30 – 11:00 a.m.

Motions in limine are a vital but sometimes overlooked part of preparing for trial. They can lead to dispositive rulings on critical issues such as the scope of damages, admissibility of expert testimony, and exclusion of harmful hearsay evidence. We will explore the top 5 motions in limine to position you for success in defending the case at trial—or eliminating the need for trial altogether.

presented by Karen E. Beach – Nauts, Dwaihy, Beach & Moran, PLLC

11:05 – 11:35 a.m.

This session will discuss a year and half investigation of what it took to break open a fraud ring, the players involved, the multiple claims across numerous carriers, and how attention to detail matters.

presented by Robert Abramson – McDonald Baas & Livingston PLLC

11:05 – 11:35 a.m.

Defense attorneys who have represented employers know that when it comes to litigation, non-compete prosecution and defense are, well – a little bit unique. This presentation will bring attendees up to date about the legal status of non-competes in Michigan, discuss some special wrinkles that practitioners need to keep in mind when litigating cases, and provide some practical advice about drafting good agreements that are (hopefully!) enforceable.

presented by Andrew Cascini – Henn Lesperance PLC

11:40 – 11:55 a.m.

Stay current on the latest developments shaping Michigan law. This session will highlight key Michigan Supreme Court decisions, emerging issues in pending cases, and other notable rulings that may impact trial practice.

presented by Carlos Escurel – Foley Baron Metzger & Juip

1:20 – 2:00 p.m.

A look at how avoidance is evolving, the role of digital touchpoints, and how courts are beginning to approach alternative and digital service. We’ve been actively developing a Virtual Digital Service framework around this, which gives some practical context to what’s coming next.

presented by Dan Klimek Sherlock Investigations

3:05 – 3:55 p.m.

Panelists:

• Judge DeClercq – U.S. District Judge, Eastern District of Michigan
• Judge James Jamo – 30th Circuit Court Judge
• Judge Michael Warren – Oakland County Circuit Court – Business Division

3:55 – 4:00 p.m.

presented by Fred Livingston – McDonald Baas & Livingston PLLC