Trying or resolving a motor vehicle case requires an understanding of the latest developments and trends in automobile tort law. Designed to familiarize attorneys with the intricacies of automobile litigation in New York State, this program will includes an overview of the latest developments in underinsured and uninsured motorist coverage, accident reconstruction and the use of biomechanical experts.  Experienced practitioners provide practical information you can use to prepare an automobile claim from the claim stage through discovery and trial.

Coverage issues impacting automobile litigation are also discussed. The program also includes a segment on ethical considerations.

Program Topics

• Underinsured and Uninsured Motorists Coverage and Litigation

• Accident Reconstruction – When, Why, and Nuts and Bolts of the Process

• Coverage Issues Impacting Automobile Litigation

• Damages and Use of Experts

• Soft Tissue Injuries – Discussions of Diagnostic Studies, Anatomy of the Spine, and Types of Treatment

• Use of Biomechanical Experts

• Ethical Considerations in Automobile Cases


Program Faculty

Mirna M. Santiago, Esq. (Program Chair)
White Fleischner & Fino.
—White Plains

Marco Caviglia, Esq.
Law Office of Marco Caviglia
—Poughkeepsie

Brian W. Colistra, Esq.
Pino & Associates
—White Plains

Robert A. Glick, Esq.
Brand Glick & Brand, PC
—Garden City

Sheri Holland, Esq.
White Fleischner & Fino
—New York City

Cristin E. Hughes, Esq.
Kaplan, Hanson, McCarthy, Adams, Finder & Fishbein
—Yonkers

Robert J. Permutt, Esq.
Nationwide Insurance Company
—Elmsford

Carolyn S. Rankin, Esq.
Brand Glick & Brand, PC
—Garden City

Total MCLE Credits 7.0
Ethics MCLE Credits 0.5