Product Liability Practice Group

DIRECTORY OF ATTORNEYS

2014 ®

5905 NW 54TH CIRCLE • CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33067 PHONE/FAX (800) 231-9110 www.uslaw.org ® USLAW Product Liability Practice Group

MISSION STATEMENT The USLAW Network Product Liability Practice Group is a nationwide network of experienced product attorneys committed to providing the highest quality legal services to effectively and efficiently achieve the goals of the clients we serve. We share a commitment to integrity and professionalism and are dedicated to finding creative and cost-effective solutions to the full range of product liability exposures so that the results we achieve exceed the expectations of our clients. WHY CHOOSE USLAW PRODUCT LIABILITY FIRMS? The lawyers within the Product Practice Group are product liabil- Utilizing the USLAW Product Liability Practice Group provides ity specialists and include leaders in our field who have lectured clients with nationwide access to highly experienced product lia- and written extensively on cutting edge topics and litigation tech- bility attorneys who share information and resources for the ben- niques. We provide a full range of litigation and counseling serv- efit of their clients. When you retain a USLAW Product Practice ices related to the full spectrum of product liability issues, from Group attorney, you are assured the highest level of quality repre- simple to complex and from traditional exposures to emerging sentation whatever, and wherever, your needs may be. Through trends. seminars, meetings and electronic networking, the members of the Product Practice Group communicate with one another to stay Our attorneys have successfully represented clients in thousands of abreast of technological advances and changes of law in all areas product liability matters across the country and throughout the relating to product liability. world. In addition to our vast experience with product liability trials and litigation, we advise our clients on matters relating to pre- We are trial lawyers, not just litigators. Our attorneys are skilled at litigation planning, litigation management, liability exposure, risk early case evaluation and are dedicated to finding creative and management, risk avoidance and risk transference. This can in- cost-effective solutions to complex issues and to look for alterna- clude working with clients on recall and/or retrofit campaigns, tive methods for dispute resolution when appropriate. We repre- warning labels, operator manuals, disclaimers, indemnity agree- sent regionally, nationally and internationally based ments and insurance coverage issues. manufacturers, distributors and retailers of all sizes. Clients from around the world rely upon us to get the job done.

AREAS OF PRACTICE Our lawyers defend products of every sort, from consumer goods and automobiles to industrial machinery and high tech medical devices and everything in between. In addition, USLAW Product Liability Practice Group attorneys have represented clients in every major mass product liability and toxic tort litigation since the inception of Section 402A of the Restatement (Second) of Torts, including asbestos, silica, breast im- plant, Dalkon Shield, Pedicle Screw, Fen/Phen, Redux and latex glove litigation, to name a few. Products defended by our members include:

• Agricultural Equipment • Industrial Machinery • Alcohol and Distilled Spirits • Ladders • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) • Lawn Movers and Outdoor Power Equipment • Asbestos • Lifting Equipment • Automobiles • Locomotives and Locomotive Equipment • Beverage Containers • Medical Devices and Supplies • Boats and Ships (Commercial and Pleasure) • Mining Equipment • Breast Implants • Motorcycles and Recreational Vehicles • Building and Construction Equipment • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics Medications • Construction, Products, Vehicles and Equipment • Power Tools • Consumer Products, Appliances, Equipment and Goods • Recreational Equipment • Cosmetics • Respiratory Protective Equipment and Safety Devices • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Roofing Systems • Electrical Wire and Cable • Scaffolding • Firearms • Swimming Pools • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection Devices • Tanks and Containers • Flooring Systems • Tires • Food Products • Toys and Children's Products • Furniture • Tobacco Products • Hand Tools • Trucks and Commercial Transportation • Herbicides and Pesticides • Windows ® About USLAW

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ALABAMA INDIANA Carr Allison Bingham Greenebaum Doll LLP Glenn E. Ireland...... 1 Phil L. Isenbarger...... 27 ALASKA IOWA Richmond & Quinn Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC Kenneth M. Gutsch...... 2 Robert S. Hatala ...... 28 ARIZONA KENTUCKY Jones, Skelton & Hochuli, P.L.C. Bingham Greenebaum Doll LLP Edward G. Hochuli ...... 3 Melissa N. Bork ...... 29 ARKANSAS LOUISIANA Quattlebaum, Grooms, Tull & Burrow PLLC McCranie, Sistrunk, Anzelmo, Hardy, Steven W. Quattlebaum...... 4 McDaniel & Welch LLC John E. Tull III ...... 5 Keith W. McDaniel ...... 30 Thomas G. Williams ...... 6 Lance B. Williams ...... 31 CALIFORNIA MAINE Dillingham & Murphy, LLP Richardson, Whitman, Large & Badger Patrick J. Hagan ...... 7 Wendell G. Large...... 32 John S. Whitman...... 33 Klinedinst PC Kevin L. Gramling ...... 8 MARYLAND Mark H.Nys...... 9 Franklin & Prokopik, PC Ernest L. Weiss ...... 10 Ami C. Dwyer...... 34 Murchison & Cumming, LLP MINNESOTA William T. DelHagen...... 11 Larson • King, LLP Gregory A. Sargenti...... 12 Mark A. Solheim...... 35 Friedrich W. Seitz ...... 13 Daniel C. Adams ...... 36 Anthony J. Novak ...... 37 Robinson & Wood, Inc. Arthur J. Casey ...... 14 MISSISSIPPI Carr Allison Snyder Law, LLP Douglas Bagwell ...... 38 Barry Clifford Snyder ...... 15 Copeland, Cook, Taylor & Bush, P.A. COLORADO Michael W. Baxter ...... 39 Lewis Roca Rothgerber LLP Michael D. Plachy ...... 16 MISSOURI Lashly & Baer, P.C. CONNECTICUT Stephen L. Beimdiek ...... 40 Hinckley, Allen & Snyder LLP Michael T. McCormack ...... 17 MONTANA Davis, Hatley, Haffeman & Tighe, P.C. FLORIDA Maxon R. Davis ...... 41 Wicker Smith O’Hara McCoy & Ford P.A. Richards H. Ford ...... 18 NEBRASKA Steven Y. Leinicke...... 19 Baird Holm LLP Constantine “Dean” G. Nickas...... 20 Jill Robb Ackerman...... 42 Jennifer D. Tricker...... 43 GEORGIA Hall Booth Smith, P.C. NEVADA Kevin D. Abernethy...... 21 Thorndal Armstrong Delk Robert L. Shannon, Jr...... 22 Balkenbush & Eisinger Stephen C. Balkenbush...... 44 HAWAII Kenneth R. Lund...... 45 Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel, LLP Brian K. Terry ...... 46 Corlis J. Chang ...... 23 NEW HAMPSHIRE ILLINOIS Gallagher, Callahan & Gartrell SmithAmundsen LLC R. Matthew Cairns ...... 47 Lew R.C. Bricker ...... 24 Michael J. McGowan...... 25 Christopher T. Miller ...... 26 ® TABLE of CONTENTS

NEW MEXICO TENNESSEE Modrall Sperling Martin, Tate, Morrow & Marston, P.C. Jennifer G. Anderson...... 48 Lee L. Piovarcy ...... 75 Timothy C. Holm ...... 49 Shea Sisk Wellford ...... 76 Alex C. Walker...... 50 TEXAS NEW YORK Cox Smith Matthews Incorporated Ahmuty, Demers & McManus Jane E. Bockus...... 77 Vincent S. Ambrosino ...... 51 Fee, Smith, Sharp & Vitullo, L.L.P. Robert J. Hindman...... 52 Thomas W. Fee ...... 78 Goldberg Segalla LLP Michael P. Sharp...... 79 Kenneth M. Alweis...... 53 Johnson, Trent, West & Taylor, L.L.P. John P. Freedenberg...... 54 Brian P. Johnson...... 80 Neil A. Goldberg ...... 55 T. Christopher Trent ...... 81 NORTH CAROLINA UTAH Poyner Spruill LLP Strong & Hanni, PC Randall R. Adams...... 56 Paul M. Belnap...... 82 Steven B. Epstein ...... 57 Stephen J. Trayner ...... 83 NORTH DAKOTA VIRGINIA Ebeltoft . Sickler . Lawyers PLLC LeClairRyan Paul F. Ebeltoft ...... 58 Bruin S. Richardson III ...... 84 OHIO Charles K. Seyfarth...... 85 Roetzel & Andress H. Robert Yates III...... 86 Susan Squire Box ...... 59 WASHINGTON Ronald B. Lee ...... 60 Williams Kastner Moira H. Pietrowski...... 61 Robert (Bob) C. Manlowe ...... 87 OKLAHOMA Rodney L. Umberger ...... 88 Pierce Couch Hendrickson Baysinger WEST VIRGINIA & Green, L.L.P. Huddleston Bolen LLP Gerald P. Green...... 62 Rodney Baker...... 89 Daniel J. Hoehner ...... 63 J. David Bolen...... 90 OREGON Luke A. Lafferre...... 91 Williams Kastner WYOMING Marc M. Carlton ...... 64 Williams, Porter, Day & Neville PC Eric J. Neiman ...... 65 Jason A Neville ...... 92 George S. Pitcher ...... 66 PENNSYLVANIA Picadio Sneath Miller & Norton, P.C. International Henry M. Sneath ...... 67 CANADA – BRITISH COLUMBIA Kelly A. Williams ...... 68 Clark Wilson LLP Pion, Nerone, Girman, Winslow & Smith, P.C. Nigel Kent ...... 93 Timothy Smith...... 69 CANADA – ONTARIO Sweeney & Sheehan, P.C. Kelly Santini LLP J. Michael Kunsch ...... 70 Mark Gallagher ...... 94 Warren E. Voter ...... 71 Thomas, Thomas & Hafer LLP CANADA – QUEBEC Gordon A. Einhorn ...... 72 Therrien Couture Lawyers L.L.P. SOUTH CAROLINA Philippe Chagnon...... 95 Sweeny, Wingate & Barrow, P.A. Jean-Luc Couture...... 96 Mark S. Barrow...... 73 CLIENT SERVICES & PRODUCTS: SOUTH DAKOTA USLAW SOLUTIONS...... 97 Riter, Rogers, Wattier & Northrup, LLP Robert C. Riter...... 74 USLAW CORPORATE PARTNERS...... 100 Carr Allison ALABAMA

Biography and Experience Glenn E. Ireland is a founding shareholder with Carr Allison and is a resident of the firm’s Birmingham, Alabama office. Mr. Ireland practices in all state and federal courts in Alabama with a focus on the areas of product liability and complex litigation. Mr. Ireland is a member of the Alabama Defense Lawyers Association, Defense Research Institute and has been recognized by his peers as a 2010 and 2011 Alabama Super Lawyer and an AV rated attorney. With over twenty years of experience, Mr. Ireland has successfully defended international and national manufacturers, distributors and retailers in the industrial, commercial and consumer goods industries. He has extensive experience defending pharmaceutical and nutraceutical cases in local and Multi- District Litigation. Mr. Ireland has also defended cases involving explosions and fire, catastrophic injuries and death claims.

Glenn E. Ireland Carr Allison 100 Vestavia Parkway Birmingham, AL 35216 Representative Trials (205) 822-2006 Office • Riley v. Shop-A-Snak Food Mart, Inc., et al., U.S.D.C. for the Northern District of Alabama. Two-year-old child died in house (205) 822-2057 Fax fire started by alleged defective cigarette lighter. The case was dismissed with prejudice after Mr. Ireland completed depo- (205) 515-1041 Cell sitions of decedent’s family. [email protected] • Brown v. First Databank, Inc., et al., U.S.D.C. for the Northern District of Alabama. Wrongful Death case involving prescription medication dismissed via Rule 12(b). www.carrallison.com • Madison v. AAA Cooper Transportation, et al., Circuit Court for Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. Defense verdict when Plaintiff claimed leg injury caused by use of hydraulic lift on tractor-trailer.

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Food Products • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Automobiles • Hand Tools Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Industrial Machinery Medications • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Medical Devices and Supplies • Power Tools Equipment and Goods • Mining Equipment • Tires • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Toys and Children’s Products

Education • 1990, J.D., Cumberland School of Law • 1985, B.S., History, Presbyterian College

® 1 Richmond & Quinn ALASKA

Biography and Experience Over the last 24 years, Kenneth M. Gutsch has worked on over 40 product liability cases. It comprises about 20% of his practice. Mr. Gutsch has attended at least 10 product liability seminars. Bob Richmond and he successfully defended a chimney sweep manufacturer from a product defect claim where the plaintiff was electrocuted and lost three limbs.

Representative Trials Kenneth M. Gutsch Richmond & Quinn In the last five years, Kenneth M. Gutsch has defended and successfully resolved product defect claims involving toy jewelry kits (partial blindness injury); children’s inflatable play ground; a toddler bed which allegedly caused personal injury; an allegedly 360 K Street, Suite 200 defective swage press which amputated the user’s hand; an allegedly defective car lift injury claim; defective floor injury claim; Anchorage, AK 99501 two allegedly defective escalator injury claims; roof defect; two home products fires (alleged electrical fires from therapeutic (907) 276-5727 Office water-fall and lamp); elastic exercise bands (eye injury) and a drug manufacturer. (907) 276-2953 Fax (907) 444-7230 Cell Mr. Gutsch is currently defending an alleged defective tire injury claim (explosion); an alleged ATV winch electrical fire that kgutsch@richmond burned down a house; another escalator injury case; and a drug manufacturer. quinn.com www.richmond quinn.com

Product Experience • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Roofing Systems • Automobiles • Furniture • Tires • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Industrial Machinery • Toys and Children’s Products Equipment • Motorcycles and Recreational • Trucks and Commercial • Consumer Products, Appliances, Vehicles Transportation Equipment and Goods • Recreational Equipment

Education • 1988, University of Illinois School of Law, Law Review • 1982, B.A., Knox College

® 2 Jones, Skelton & Hochuli, P.L.C. ARIZONA

Biography and Experience Mr. Hochuli initially started doing products liability work more than 20 years ago, and he currently devotes roughly 50% of his practice to the defense of product liability cases. He has defended many cases directly for the manufacturer or distributor of a product, and many cases in which he has been hired by the liability insurance company for said companies. Mr. Hochuli has been the USLAW practice group leader for the products liability practice group for several years and continues to be part of the products leadership team.

Edward G. Hochuli Jones, Skelton & Representative Trials Hochuli, P.L.C. • Mr. Hochuli has tried more than 25 product liability cases to verdict. They have included such products as hand power 2901 North Central Avenue tools (user cut off his own hand, and the allegations were that there was not proper guarding or kick-back protection), bi- Suite 800 cycle (front fork failed causing the rider to go over the handlebars and land face first at a high rate of speed), electric space Phoenix, AZ 85226 heater (the fail safe protection allegedly failed and caused a house to burn down), conveyer belt (the emergency stop bot- Phone: (602)263-1719 tom allegedly failed, and the user lost his arm), punch press (the guarding was allegedly insufficient, and the user lost an Fax: (602) 200-7812 arm), forklift (the guarding was allegedly defective and the user lost a foot). Cell: (602) 549-1108 [email protected] www.jshfirm.com Representative Seminars • Mr. Hochuli has frequently spoken at seminars for products manufacturers, insurance carriers, and attorneys defending products cases. They include seminars for medical device manufacturers, power tool manufacturers, electrical appliance manufacturers, and several USLAW programs presented to clients and attorneys in the products liability practice group.

Product Experience

• Agricultural Equipment • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Asbestos Devices Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Automobiles • Flooring Systems Medications • Beverage Containers • Food Products • Power Tools • Building and Construction • Hand Tools • Recreational Equipment Equipment • Industrial Machinery • Roofing Systems • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Ladders • Swimming Pools • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Tanks and Containers Equipment Equipment • Tires • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Lifting Equipment • Toys and Children’s Products Equipment and Goods • Medical Devices and Supplies • Trucks and Commercial • Cosmetics • Motorcycles and Recreational Transportation • Electrical Equipment and Devices Vehicles • Windows • Firearms

Education • 1976, J.D., University of Arizona College of Law, with distinction • 1972, B.A., University of Texas, El Paso, Texas, with honors

® 3 Quattlebaum, Grooms, Tull & Burrow PLLC ARKANSAS

Biography and Experience Mr. Quattlebaum has served as lead trial counsel in over 100 trials, including the defense of: welding consumable manufacturers in numerous cases around the country, herbicide manufacturers, automobile manufacturers, pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers, and consumer and industrial equipment manufacturers. These cases included claims alleging various personal injuries ranging from cancer and neurological injury to traumatic loss of limbs, paralysis and death. Some involved claims of crop loss, property damage, environmental contamination and nuisance. Mr. Quattlebaum is a member of the Product Liability Advisory Council and listed by Who’s Who Legal in the areas of Environment, Commercial Litigation, and Product Liability Defense. Mr. Quattlebaum was selected as a member of the Lawdragon 500 Leading Lawyers in America for four years. He has been named one of the leading business litigation lawyers in Arkansas by Chambers USA’s Guide to America’s Leading Lawyers for Business since 2003 and Mid-South Super Lawyers since 2006. Mr. Quattlebaum has been listed in The Best Lawyers Steven W. in America since 2001 and is currently recognized in the areas of Commercial Litigation, Bet-the-Company Litigation, Mass Quattlebaum Tort Litigation/Class Actions – Defendants, Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants, and Product Liability Litigation – Quattlebaum, Grooms, Tull Defendants, and was named Best Lawyers’ 2013 Little Rock Bet-the-Company Litigation lawyer of the year and 2014 Little Rock Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions – Defendants lawyer of the year. He is also recognized as a local litigation star for Arkansas & Burrow PLLC in Benchmark Litigation, and has been named one of the top 50 lawyers in Arkansas by Mid-South Super Lawyers. 111 Center Street Mr. Quattlebaum is a fellow of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers, a member and national board representative of Suite 1900 the American Board of Trial Advocates, a member of the International Association of Defense Counsel and the Defense Research Little Rock, AR 72201 Institute. (501) 379-1707 Office (501) 379-3807 Fax (501) 920-8103 Cell [email protected] www.QGTB.com Representative Trials • Ron Calloway v. Lincoln Electric Company, et al.; Circuit Court of Union County, Arkansas. Noah Andre, et al. v. A. O. Smith Corporation, et al.; Civil District Court for the Parish of Orleans, State of Louisiana. David Barras v. A. O. Smith Corporation, et al.; Civil District Court for the Parish of Orleans, State of Louisiana. Defense verdicts for manufacturers of welding products against claims that manganese from welding fumes caused neurological injuries. • Mary E. Green, et al. v. George’s Farms, Inc., et al.; Circuit Court of Washington County, Arkansas. Defense verdict in a toxic- tort trial in which the plaintiff claimed that arsenic used by poultry companies caused leukemia. The Arkansas Supreme Court affirmed the jury verdict in favor of the defense. • Patrica Crews v. Charles Toney, Administrator of the Estate of Jessie Toney, Deceased: and Mercedes-Benz of North America, Inc., Circuit Court of Pulaski County, Arkansas. Defense verdict for Mercedes-Benz of North America, Inc. in this case regarding an allegedly defective air bag.

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Medical Devices and Supplies • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) Equipment and Goods • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Asbestos • Food Products Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Automobiles • Herbicides and Pesticides Medications • Beverage Containers • Industrial Machinery • Power Tools • Breast Implants • Lawn Movers and Outdoor Power • Respiratory Protective Equipment • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics Equipment and Safety Devices

Education • 1983, J.D., University of Arkansas School of Law • 1981, B.A., Western State College of Colorado

® 4 Quattlebaum, Grooms, Tull & Burrow PLLC ARKANSAS

Biography and Experience In over 100 jury trials, Mr. Tull has served as lead counsel on behalf of large and small businesses and individuals in cases involving business torts, breach of contract, product liability, toxic torts, environmental litigation, securities fraud, franchise disputes, trade secrets, personal injury, First Amendment, and other matters. Since his admission to practice in 1984, Mr. Tull has devoted a significant portion of his practice to various product liability matters including the defense of manufacturers of welding consumables in numerous actions involving claims of neurological injury from exposure to welding fumes; the defense of major herbicide manufacturers in a number of cases including claims of personal injury and crop damage resulting from allegedly excessive drift propensity of a herbicide; the defense of numerous agricultural aviation services including claims of negligence and breach of warranty; the defense of numerous industrial and agricultural equipment manufacturers and suppliers in cases involving economic loss or traumatic injuries. John E. Tull III Mr. Tull has been named one of the leading business litigation lawyers in Arkansas by Chambers USA’s Guide to America’s Quattlebaum, Grooms, Tull Leading Lawyers for Business since 2004. He is listed in The Best Lawyers in America® in the areas of Bet-the-Company Litigation, & Burrow PLLC Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Banking & Finance, Litigation – First Amendment, Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions, Media 111 Center Street Law, Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants, and Product Liability Litigation – Defendants and was named Best Lawyers’ 2012 Suite 1900 Little Rock Litigation – Banking & Finance Lawyer of the Year and 2014 Little Rock Litigation – First Amendment Lawyer of the Year. Mr. Tull is recognized as one of the top 50 lawyers in Arkansas by Mid-South Super Lawyers and listed as a Local Litigation Little Rock, AR 72201 Star for Arkansas in Benchmark Litigation. (501) 379-1705 Office Mr. Tull is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, the (501) 379-3805 Fax International Association of Defense Counsel, and the Defense Research Institute. (501) 920-8104 Cell [email protected] www.QGTB.com

Representative Trials • Ron Calloway v. Lincoln Electric Company, et al.; Circuit Court of Union County, Arkansas. Noah Andre, et al. v. A. O. Smith Corporation, et al.; Civil District Court for the Parish of Orleans, State of Louisiana. David Barras v. A. O. Smith Corporation, et al.; Civil District Court for the Parish of Orleans, State of Louisiana. Defense verdicts for manufacturers of welding products against claims that manganese from welding fumes caused neurological injuries. • R. Gail Burns, et al. v. Universal Crop Protection Alliance, Nufarm Americas, Inc., et al.; Circuit Court of Clay County, Arkansas. Defense verdict for two pesticide-formulator clients in a four-week trial alleging crop damage due to widespread pesticide drift. Plaintiffs sought more than $4 million in compensatory damages for claims based on allegations of negligence and strict liability. Punitive damages were dismissed on directed verdict by the court.

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) Equipment and Goods Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Asbestos • Electrical Equipment and Devices Medications • Automobiles • Herbicides and Pesticides • Scaffolding • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Industrial Machinery • Swimming Pools • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Lifting Equipment • Tanks and Containers Equipment • Motorcycles and Recreational • Tires Vehicles • Tobacco Products

Education • 1984, J.D., University of Arkansas School of Law, with high honors • 1980, B.A., Vanderbilt University

® 5 Quattlebaum, Grooms, Tull & Burrow PLLC ARKANSAS

Biography and Experience Mr. Williams has practiced law since 1988 and is a Managing Member of Quattlebaum, Grooms, Tull & Burrow PLLC. His practice focuses primarily upon the defense of personal injury, wrongful death, and large to catastrophic property damage claims in the areas of products liability, trucking and transportation, and premises liability, with approximately sixty percent (60%) of his practice focusing on products liability disputes. Mr. Williams has represented a variety of clients in such matters including numerous nationwide retailers, product manufacturers, and transportation companies. Mr. Williams has extensive experience in both state and federal court and he has served as lead counsel in over sixty jury trials. Mr. Williams is listed in The Best Lawyers in America® in the area of Product Liability Litigation – Defendants and Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants.

Thomas G. Williams Quattlebaum, Grooms, Tull & Burrow PLLC 111 Center Street Representative Trials Suite 1900 • Based on the ever-increasing popularity of mediation and the fact that many jurisdictions in Arkansas require it, every Little Rock, AR 72201 product liability case Mr. Williams has handled over the last ten years has been dismissed or resolved through mediation. (501) 379-1722 Office (501) 379-3822 Fax (501) 772-7465 Cell [email protected] www.QGTB.com Product Experience • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Motorcycles and Recreational Equipment and Goods Devices Vehicles • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Industrial Machinery • Trucks and Commercial • Electrical Wire and Cable • Lifting Equipment Transportation

Education • 1988, J.D., University of Arkansas School of Law, with high honors • 1985, B.S., University of Arkansas at Fayetteville

® 6 Dillingham & Murphy, LLP CALIFORNIA

Biography and Experience Pat Hagan has defended product liability matters for an array of manufacturers. He has tried five cases to verdict with four defense results and one dismissal without payment while on appeal. For approximately 15 years, 1987-2002, almost 100% of his practice was the defense of various construction products, fluid movement devices (e.g., pumps, fittings, and piping) and industrial equipment involving bodily injury, wrongful death, property damage and government regulatory work, including ap- pearances before various agencies of the State of California, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the U.S. Coast Guard, and other state agencies. Mr. Hagan has been elected a Super Lawyer in this practice area multiple times.

Patrick J. Hagan Dillingham & Murphy, LLP Representative Trials 601 California Street No product trials in the last 10 years, but: 19th Floor • Lockheed Martin Corp. v. RFI Supply Inc., 440 F-3d 549 (1st Cir. 2006), argued to 1st Circuit and prevailed on an underlying San Francisco, CA 94108 summary judgment dismissal based on contract, not allowing tort recovery for an economic loss claim (many citations to (415) 397-2700 Office this seminal case). (415) 397-3300 Fax • Defended machine manufacturer for traumatic amputation of an arm and able to obtain dismissal without payment by (415) 317-3377 Cell proving the client was not the refurbisher of the offending machine. (415) 461-5450 Home • Defended injection molding company in a product based construction defect case which settled for approximately $20 [email protected] million by proving the client was not the manufacturer of the allegedly defective plastic piping which was the primary cause of the damage. www.dillingham murphy.com

Representative Seminars • Numerous speaking engagements for DRI, FDCC and USLAW on various aspects of product liability for more than 20 years • Keynote speaker, Grey’s Inn, London , to Lloyds’ retrocessionaires – presentation seeking support for creation of Equitas and reconstitution of Lloyds, May 1995

Representative Articles • “Punitive Damages: California Model Applying Gore and State Farm,” Federation of Insurance & Corporate Counsel Quarterly, Spring 2004 • “Blueprint For General Causation Analysis In Toxic Tort Litigation,” Federation of Insurance & Corporate Counsel Quarterly, Fall 2003 • “State Variations on the Daubert Theme,” Federation of Insurance & Corporate Counsel Quarterly, Fall 2000 • “Gatekeeping and the Admissibility of Scientific Evidence in the Post Daubert/Joiner/Kumho Tire World,” Federation of Insurance & Corporate Counsel Quarterly, Summer 1999, FDCC Article of the Year Award

Product Experience • Asbestos • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Power Tools • Automobiles Devices • Recreational Equipment • Beverage Containers • Food Products • Respiratory Protective Equipment • Boats and Ships (Commercial and • Hand Tools and Safety Devices Pleasure) • Industrial Machinery • Roofing Systems • Building and Construction • Ladders • Scaffolding Equipment • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Swimming Pools • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics Equipment • Toys and Children’s Products • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Lifting Equipment • Tobacco Products Equipment • Medical Devices and Supplies • Trucks and Commercial • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Motorcycles and Recreational Transportation Equipment and Goods Vehicles • Windows • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Electrical Wire and Cable Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Firearms Medications

Education • 1975, J.D., Hastings College of Law, U.C.S.F. • 1969, M.B.A. (not completed), American University • 1965, B.S., St. Joseph’s University,

® 7 Klinedinst PC CALIFORNIA

Biography and Experience Kevin J. Gramling, the managing shareholder at the firm’s Orange County office, has extensive experience defending product liability, premises liability, mold and indoor air quality, environmental, transportation, and construction defect claims. He has successfully represented product manufacturers, retailers, importers and distributors in multi-million dollar product liability and premises liability suits. Kevin Gramling is an AV ® Preeminent™ Peer Rated attorney, having achieved Martindale Hubbell’s highest rating for legal ability and ethical standards.

Kevin L. Gramling Klinedinst PC Representative Trials 5 Hutton Centre Drive • Defense Verdict. Represented manufactured home manufacturer. Plaintiff and grandson alleged personal injury due to Suite 1000 product failure. Santa Ana, CA 92707 • Successfully defended manufacturer of sheet metal tube and crimp rolling machine. Plaintiff’s injuries included amputa- (714) 542-1800 Office tion of two fingers and de-gloving. (714) 542-3592 Fax • Successfully defended welded wire fabric machine manufacturer. Plaintiff had four fingers chopped off by machine blade. (714) 315-7450 Cell Court sustained demurrer to First Amended Complaint. kgramling@klinedinst law.com www.klinedinstlaw.com Representative Seminars • Panelist, “Dealing with the Litigation Wild Card – Punitive Damage Claims,” USLAW Spring Conference, March 2009.

Product Experience • Building and Construction • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Industrial Machinery Equipment Equipment and Goods • Roofing Systems • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Electrical Wire and Cable • Scaffolding Equipment • Flooring Systems • Swimming Pools • Food Products • Tanks and Containers

Education • 1997, J.D., California Western School of Law • 1988, B.A., Villanova University

® 8 Klinedinst PC CALIFORNIA

Biography and Experience Mark H. Nys is a shareholder in the San Diego office of Klinedinst PC. He practices in all state and federal courts in California, as well as before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office in Washington, D.C. A practicing attorney for over 16 years, Mr. Nys entered the legal profession with a science background and twenty years of service as a commander in the United States Navy. Over the course of this legal career, he has successfully defended large international manufacturers of recreational vehicles and chemicals, large national and regional manufacturers of boats, regional automobile dealerships, and large international construction companies. He has extensive experience handling product liability and class action litigation, wrongful death, exposure cases, including asbestos and silica, and catastrophic injury.

Mark H. Nys Klinedinst PC 501 W. Broadway Suite 600 Product Experience San Diego, CA 92101 • Automobiles • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Motorcycles and Recreational (619) 239-8131 Office • Boats and Ships (Commercial and Equipment and Goods Vehicles (619) 238-8707 Fax Pleasure) • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Recreational Equipment (619) 889-9635 Cell • Building and Construction • Electrical Wire and Cable • Roofing Systems Equipment • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Swimming Pools [email protected] • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics Devices • Tires www.klinedinstlaw.com • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Flooring Systems • Windows Equipment • Industrial Machinery

Education • 1997, J.D., California Western School of Law • 1985, B.A., Claremont McKenna College, cum laude • University of California at Irvine (Graduate Certificate in Hazardous Materials Management)

® 9 Klinedinst PC CALIFORNIA

Biography and Experience Mr. Weiss represents national and local businesses that design, manufacture and distribute a wide array of commercial, industrial and consumer products. Since joining Klinedinst PC in 2006, and previously as Senior Trial Counsel with a national commercial liability insurance carrier, Mr. Weiss has successfully defended these businesses in both personal injury/wrongful death settings, as well as subrogation cases. He has succeeded in obtaining jury verdicts in a wide array of commercial cases, including products liability disputes involving consumer and commercial products. Mr. Weiss is an AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated attorney, having achieved Martindale Hubbell’s highest rating for legal ability and ethical standards.

Ernest L. Weiss Klinedinst PC 5 Hutton Centre Drive Representative Trials Suite 1000 • USAA/Symms v. Fluidmaster: Plaintiffs alleged a defectively designed water connector failed which resulted in property Santa Ana, CA 92707 damages in excess of $1m. Mr. Weiss represented the product designer and manufacturer of the connector; defense ver- (714) 542-1800 Office dict as to liability. (714) 542-3592 Fax • Andrews v. Caterpillar Tractor Company: Plaintiff’s heirs alleged defective design due to lack of back up alarm, with grade (714) 401-0478 Cell checker struck and killed by backing tractor. Mr. Weiss represented tractor distributor and installer of back up alarms; case [email protected] settled favorably on fourth day of trial. • Taylor v. National Lumber Company: Plaintiff alleged defective design and manufacture of aluminum ladder (strut and www.klinedinstlaw.com rivet system) resulted in failure of ladder and catastrophic injury to plaintiff (including multiple level spinal fusion). Mr. Weiss represented U.S. distributor as to design and manufacture; defense verdict as to liability. • Mack v. River Ranch, Pat & Oscar’s et.al.: Plaintiff claimed that he contracted Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP) as a result of ingesting e-coli contaminated lettuce. Mr. Weiss represented regional restaurant chain re: all issues of e-coli initiation and alleged injury; case settled favorably after first day of trial.

Representative Seminars • “Evaluation of Personal Injury/Product Liability Suit,” Council on Litigation Management, Los Angeles, 2010

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Furniture • Recreational Equipment • Alcohol and Distilled Spirits • Industrial Machinery • Roofing Systems • Automobiles • Ladders • Scaffolding • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Lifting Equipment • Tanks and Containers • Electrical Wire and Cable • Medical Devices and Supplies • Toys and Children’s Products • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Motorcycles and Recreational • Trucks and Commercial Devices Vehicles Transportation • Food Products • Power Tools

Education • 1983, J.D., McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific • 1979, B.S., Santa Clara University

® 10 Murchison & Cumming, LLP CALIFORNIA

Biography and Experience William T. DelHagen is Of Counsel and a member of the Product Liability practice group of Murchison & Cumming, LLP. Mr. DelHagen focuses his practice on product liability, aircraft, automotive, trucking, general, and business litigation matters. His background at Rockwell International, where he served as an Advanced Systems Project Engineer for almost ten years before becoming an attorney, gives Mr. DelHagen and his clients an immense advantage. Mr. DelHagen is a defense trial lawyer with over 38 years of expertise. He has tried more than 60 federal and superior court cases. His clients have included, among many others, Cessna Aircraft Company, Bob Hill Hydraulic Cranes, Phoenix Air, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, Lear Corporation, Seagrave Fire Apparatus, Kelsey-Hayes Corporation, VKB, Kocks Crane & Marine, Fruehauf Corporation, United Road Services, Vac-Con, Paceco/CEM&CO, and Alcoa. William T. DelHagen Murchison & Cumming, LLP 801 South Grand Avenue 9th Floor Representative Trials Los Angeles, CA 90017 (213) 630-1006 Office • Voorhis v. Cessna Aircraft Company – Riverside Superior Court, Riverside, California. Successful defense of a wrongful (213) 623-6336 Fax death suit arising from an airplane crash . Client Cessna designed, manufactured, owned, maintained, serviced, and had a (213) 458-1312 Cell pilot aboard the aircraft, and had to defend product claim and operational negligence claim. wdelhagen@murchison • Snyder v. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. – Los Angeles Superior Court, Compton, California. Successfully defended Goodyear from a manufacturing defect claim arising from a tire separation/rollover/wrongful death of a young male passenger. law.com • Rosiles v.Vac-Con – San Jose Superior Court, San Jose, California . Successfully defended manufacturer of a large sewer www.murchisonlaw.com vacuum maintenance truck alleged to have caused permanent brain injury to its operator due to product design and warnings.

Representative Seminars • "Statutes of Liberty," Spring 2012 USLAW Network Client Conference, Dana Point, CA, April 12-14, 2012 • “You Can Quote Me,” USLAW Network Client Conference, Miami, Florida, 2010 • “Are You In or Out(side),” USLAW Network Client Conference, Tucson, Airzona, 2007 • “Tenders of Defense – What Works & What Does Not,” USLAW Network Client Conference, Austin, Texas, 2006

Representative Articles • “How to Avoid Being Sued,” Lift & Access Magazine, September/October 2005

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Boats and Ships (Commercial and • Tires • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) Pleasure) • Trucks and Commercial • Asbestos • Lifting Equipment Transportation • Automobiles • Motorcycles and Recreational • Beverage Containers Vehicles

Education • 1975, J.D., Loyola University of Los Angeles • 1969, M.S., Aerospace Engineering, University of Southern California • 1966, B.S., Aeronautics & Astronautics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

® 11 Murchison & Cumming, LLP CALIFORNIA

Biography and Experience Gregory A. Sargenti regularly defends product liability cases on behalf of self-insured corporations, as well as the insureds of national and international liability insurers. Mr. Sargenti has handled over 16 medical product cases involving surgical devices in state and federal courts. With a background in aerospace engineering and experience working for Lockheed Martin, he is highly knowledgeable of the aerospace and aircraft industry. Mr. Sargenti is licensed to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. He has over 20 years of experience as a product liability attorney and devotes 10 to 15% of his practice to product liability matters.

Gregory A. Sargenti Murchison & Cumming, LLP Representative Seminars 18201 Von Karman Avenue • The Physician Deposition, July 27, 2001 Suite 1100 • The Medical Record Review, November 17, 1999 Irvine, CA 92612 • The Medical Record, “Your Best Defense,” October 5, 1998 (714) 953-2241 Office (714) 972-1404 Fax (714) 420-9495 Cell gsargenti@murchison law.com Representative Articles www.murchisonlaw.com • “Hospital Incident Reports Survive Challenge to Attorney-Client Privilege,” CC&G Legal Update, August 2003 • “Reimbursement of Defense Costs – the Newest Coverage Frontier,” C&C Legal Update, November 1997

Product Experience • Medical Devices and Supplies

Education • 1991, J.D., University of San Diego School of Law • 1986, B.S., San Diego State University, with distinction

® 12 Murchison & Cumming, LLP CALIFORNIA

Biography and Experience Friedrich W. Seitz serves as the Product Liability practice group Chair for USLAW and Co-Chair for Murchison & Cumming. His past leadership roles include chairing the Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel’s Product Liability Section; he is also a current member of the International Association of Defense Counsel’s Product Liability Committee and the Product Liability Advisory Council. Mr. Seitz has over 40 years of experience in handling product liability matters for self-insured corporations, as well as the insureds of national and international liability insurers. He has represented manufacturers, distributors and retailers of a wide range of products, such as tools, machinery, heavy equipment, vehicles and aircraft. A specialist in defending wildland fire litigation, he also represents public and private utilities, including Southern California Edison. Mr. Seitz has tried more than one hundred jury trials and devotes 80% of his practice to the area. Friedrich W. Seitz Murchison & Cumming, LLP 801 South Grand Avenue 9th Floor Representative Trials Los Angeles, CA 90017 • Martinez v. Taylor Machine Works, Inc. – Defense verdict involving allegations of a defective forklift design resulting in the (213) 630-1000 Office permanent disabling of the plaintiff. Activating a back-up alarm of the type installed on the truck in the courtroom con- (213) 623-6336 Fax vinced the jury that the plaintiff would have been alerted by the alarm, had it been connected. (213) 700-6772 Cell • Blasdell v. Freightliner – Defense verdict involving allegations of a defective tractor, in that the upper berth was not equipped with a safety harness, resulting in plaintiff’s disabling injuries. Biomechanical testimony demonstrated that the [email protected] injuries could not have been caused by ejection from the bunk. www.murchisonlaw.com • Murray v. Action Sports Equipment – Defense ruling in an indemnity, apportionment of fault and declaratory relief action brought by Sports Supply against Action Sports Equipment in response to a suit against both companies. The initial suit involved allegations of a defective mini-trampoline resulting in a severe spinal cord injury.

Representative Seminars • “Deposing Foreign Witnesses under the Hague Convention,” USLAW Network Client Conference, October 2010 • "Product Liability," Johanson Dielectrics Seminar, July 2009 • “A Hypothetical ESI Request with Focus on Practical Tips and Strategies,” International Association of Defense and Corporate Counsel, 2007 • “Product Safety Regulation in the U.S. & Europe – Challenges for Global Manufacturers,” Joint International Conference, May 2007

Representative Articles • "Navigating Discovery Abroad: Obtaining Witnesses and Materials Located Outside of the US," Los Angeles Daily Journal, August 24, 2011 • “California’s Application of Strict Products Liability to the Hybrid Enterprise,” IADC Committee Newsletter, July 2009 • “Product Safety Regulation in the U.S. and Europe – Challenges for Global Manufacturers,” Australian Product Liability Reporter, August 2007 • “How to Prevent Bad Results in a Good Case: Document Discovery in the Electronic Age,” FICC Quarterly, Spring 2001

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Cosmetics • Mining Equipment • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Motorcycles and Recreational • Asbestos • Electrical Wire and Cable Vehicles • Automobiles • Firearms • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Beverage Containers • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Boats and Ships (Commercial and Devices Medications Pleasure) • Food Products • Power Tools • Breast Implants • Hand Tools • Recreational Equipment • Building and Construction • Herbicides and Pesticides • Scaffolding Equipment • Industrial Machinery • Swimming Pools • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Ladders • Tanks and Containers • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Tires Equipment Equipment • Toys and Children’s Products • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Lifting Equipment • Trucks and Commercial Equipment and Goods • Medical Devices and Supplies Transportation

Education • 1971, J.D., Southwestern University School of Law ® • 1965, B.A., University of Southern California 13 Robinson & Wood, Inc. CALIFORNIA

Biography and Experience Mr. Casey’s products liability defense practice includes representing various manufacturers and distributors either directly or through third party administrators and insurance carriers. Mr. Casey has a very high success rate in resolving difficult and high exposure cases involving catastrophic injuries. He is particularly adept at working with foreign manufacturers, especially Japanese manufacturers insured through Japanese insurers. Mr. Casey’s product liability practice has included successful litigation and settlement of many different kinds of products and injuries, including significant burns suffered while using a ra- diator flush system, leg amputation while using a manual hoist, several wrongful death cases representing a major chain manufacturer, serious injuries allegedly caused by bicycle component parts, serious injuries and death by electrocution while using power tools, serious injuries suffered while working around a surgical table, property damage subrogation claims at time with damages claimed in the millions and many other types of products liability cases. Arthur J. Casey Robinson & Wood, Inc. 227 North First Street San Jose, CA 95113 Representative Trials (408) 298-7120 Office (408) 298-0477 Fax • Buckner v. Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp. – Tulare County Superior Court, California (2012). Defense verdict in trial against (408) 205-6772 Cell Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp wherein plaintiff claimed design and warning defects in Milwaukee’s 1/2-inch Magnum [email protected] Holeshooter drill. Plaintiff asked jury for $5.4 million. www.robinsonwood.com • Salunkhe v. Santos – Alameda County Superior Court, California (2013). Extricated by way of summary judgment a component manufacturer of a regulator/rectifier in a Kawasaki motorcycle. • Sentry Insurance Company v. Dainichi Machinery – USDC, Eastern District (2010). Obtained dismissal for manufacturer of lathe in action where plaintiff insurer claimed $1.5 million in losses paid to its insured after insured’s business completely consumed in a fire.

Representative Seminars • “Affirmative Defenses in Product Liability Action,” USLAW Network Spring 2012 Client Conference, April 12-14, 2012 • “Choosing and Preparing the In-house Engineer to Testify in Productions Liability Actions,” USLAW Client Conference 2011

Product Experience • Building and Construction • Electrical Wire and Cable • Medical Devices and Supplies Equipment • Furniture • Motorcycles and Recreational • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Hand Tools Vehicles • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Industrial Machinery • Recreational Equipment Equipment • Ladders • Scaffolding • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Swimming Pools Equipment and Goods Equipment • Toys and Children’s Products • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Lifting Equipment

Education • 1985, J.D., University of Santa Clara • 1981, B.A., University of San Diego

® 14 Snyder Law, LLP CALIFORNIA

Biography and Experience Barry Snyder’s trial experience is unmatched by all but a handful of California attorneys. He has over 30 plus years of product liability experience, with cases involving catastrophic and other damages ranging from brain damage, death, and dismember- ment to long term toxic exposure. The over 140 jury trials in his career have been tried in every county in Central and Southern California.

Barry Clifford Snyder Representative Trials Snyder Law, LLP • December 2005 defense verdict for microkeratome manufacturer on a matter filed in Orange County. Plaintiff claimed 420 S. Fairview Avenue that the product, used to create a flap on the patient’s cornea prior to a LASIK procedure to enhance vision, was defec- Suite 102 tively designed. Plaintiff claimed that the microkeratome could be and was misassembled, resulting in deep, diving cuts in Santa Barbara, CA 93117 plaintiff’s cornea. Plaintiff contended that he would lose his vision, require corneal implants with no guarantee of visual (805) 683-7750 Office improvement. (805) 692-2801 Fax • 2003 defense verdict for a wheelchair lift manufacturer on a matter filed in Los Angeles County. Decedent, a quadriplegic (805) 637-8114 Cell PhD, backed his motorized wheelchair out of his van, falling to the ground and suffering fatal head injuries. Plaintiff wife [email protected] claimed a defectively designed lift system, allowing it to go the ground rather than remaining at van floor height. • 2002 defense verdict for a retailer in a matter filed in San Bernardino County. Plaintiff mother claimed she purchased a de- www.snyderlaw.com fectively designed hooded sweatshirt for her two year old daughter at the retailer. At a day care center, the drawstring on the daughter’s garment caught and she hung for several minutes, resulting in severe brain damage.

Product Experience • Asbestos • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Automobiles • Electrical Wire and Cable Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Breast Implants • Furniture Medications • Building and Construction • Ladders • Toys and Children’s Products Equipment • Medical Devices and Supplies • Trucks and Commercial • Consumer Products, Appliances, Transportation Equipment and Goods

Education • 1974, J.D., Loyola University School of Law, Los Angeles • 1970, B.S., Bacteriology, University of California at Los Angeles

® 15 Lewis Roca Rothgerber LLP COLORADO

Biography and Experience Michael Plachy practices in product liability and toxic tort litigation. He provides counsel in all areas of potential liability, including the design, manufacture and distribution of consumer, commercial, and industrial products. He has represented clients in all aspects of product liability litigation, including strict liability, failure to warn, breach of express and implied warranties, negligence, consumer protection claims, component part, fraud and non-disclosure. He has advised clients and litigated claims regarding a broad range of products – construction materials, consumer goods, food and food service and medical devices. He has extensive experience in litigating state and national class-action litigation on behalf of his clients.

Michael D. Plachy Lewis Roca Rothgerber LLP 1200 Seventeenth Street Representative Trials Suite 3000 • Lead trial lawyer for defense in toxic tort case brought by over 100 plaintiffs. Prevailed on summary judgment on all Denver, CO 80202 claims. (303) 628-9532 Office • Lead trial counsel for multi-national escalator manufacturer in mass tort action resulting from an escalator in a Major (303) 623-9222 Fax League Baseball stadium that malfunctioned and injured dozens of people. [email protected] • Lead regional trial counsel for automotive brake manufacturer in asbestos litigation. • Lead regional trial counsel for numerous valve manufacturers in asbestos litigation. www.LRRLaw.com • Obtained $22.6 million jury verdict and judgment against The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company in the first homeowner lawsuit brought as a result of damages caused by Entran II hose.

Product Experience • Asbestos • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Medical Devices and Supplies • Building and Construction Equipment • Recreational Equipment Equipment • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Roofing Systems • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics Equipment and Goods • Tanks and Containers • Cosmetics

Education • 1992, J.D., University of Colorado Law School; Order of the Coif; DeSouchet Trial Advocacy Award • 1988, B.S., Finance, University of Colorado

® 16 Hinckley, Allen & Snyder LLP CONNECTICUT

Biography and Experience Michael McCormack is an experienced litigation partner with over 17 years of experience representing clients in litigation and trial, including representing manufacturers, distributors and sellers of products in product liability and warranty disputes as well as insurance coverage and recovery on behalf of corporate and individual policy holders and business litigation. Michael has extensive experience litigating, mediating and resolving product liability and warranty disputes in state and federal courts in Connecticut and throughout the country. Michael serves as national defense counsel for a manufacturer of electrical sen- sors and controls, in which capacity he leads the defense of cases involving product defect claims arising from fire losses. He practices before all state and federal courts in Connecticut and the Second Circuit Court of Appeals. He is also admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court. Michael is a member of the USLAW Product Liability Practice Group, as well as the DRI and American Bar Association product liability committees. Michael T. McCormack Hinckley, Allen & Snyder LLP 20 Church Street Hartford, CT 06103 Representative Trials (860) 331-2670 Office (860) 278-3802 Fax • Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company v. Tecumseh Products Co. et al., U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Baltimore. Obtained Daubert ruling excluding plaintiff’s product defect expert and obtained summary judgment in prod- (860) 212-3895 Cell uct defect case arising from hotel fire. Issue in dispute concerned the viability of plaintiff’s product defect claims under mtmccormack@ the indeterminate product defect theory. hinckleyallen.com • Pratt & Whitney v. Engineered Controls, International Inc. et al., Waterbury Superior Court, Waterbury, Connecticut. Served www.hinckleyallen.com as local counsel in product liability case involving allegations of valve defect arising from fire explosion. Defense verdict after lengthy six week trial. Issues in dispute included plaintiff’s product defect claim and economic loss rule. • Ordway v. Apex Digital, New Haven Superior Court, New Haven, Connecticut. Lead defense counsel in case involving product defect claims involving consumer electronic product arising from fire resulting in significant property damage. Obtained defense verdict following jury trial. Issues in dispute included cause and origin of fire, plaintiff’s product defect claim and economic loss rule.

Product Experience • Alcohol and Distilled Spirits • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Industrial Machinery • Asbestos • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Ladders • Automobiles Equipment • Lifting Equipment • Boats and Ships (Commercial and • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Medical Devices and Supplies Pleasure) Equipment and Goods • Tanks and Containers • Breast Implants • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Toys and Children’s Products • Building and Construction Devices Equipment • Food Products

Education • 1992, J.D., Catholic University of America • 1989, B.S., Marketing, Providence College

® 17 Wicker Smith O’Hara McCoy & Ford P.A. FLORIDA

Biography and Experience Richards H. Ford is a Managing Partner in the firm’s Orlando office. He has engaged in active civil trial practice, focusing on the defense of professional and corporate institutions. He has tried over 100 civil jury trials, including products liability, professional negligence, construction litigation, medical malpractice, automobile liability, transportation liability and general civil litigation cases. An AV® Preeminent™ rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell, Mr. Ford is also a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, certified with The National Board of Trial Advocacy, a Board Certified Civil Trial Specialist and Board Certified as a Civil Pretrial Practice Advocate by the National Board of Civil Pretrial Practice Advocacy. Among several honors, Mr. Ford has been named a Florida Super Lawyers from 2006 to 2012, and has been listed among Florida Trend’s “Legal Elite” from 2004 to 2007, 2009 and 2012. In 2006, he was appointed to the Fellows of the American Bar Foundation, an exclusive legal organization that limits its membership to one-third of one percent of lawyers licensed to practice in each jurisdiction. Richards H. Ford Wicker Smith O’Hara McCoy & Ford P.A. Bank of America Center 390 North Orange Avenue Representative Trials Suite 1000 Orlando, FL 32801 • Mr. Ford has been lead counsel for over 30 cases in the past 10 years. (407) 843-3939 Office (407) 649-8118 Fax (407) 257-9162 Cell [email protected] www.wickersmith.com Representative Seminars • “Status of No Injury Warranty Claims,” USLAW Fall Client Conference, October 2012 • "Owe No! Beware of the Liability for Violating Consumer Protection Statutes When Collecting Fees from Former Client," USLAW Fall Client Conference, October 2012 • “Social Networking Sites—Your Best ‘Friend’ for Investigating and Defending Claims,” Wicker Smith Claims Seminar, Orlando, FL, June 2011 • “Lion or Lamb: The Balancing Act Between Defending or Settling a Healthcare Claim,” Crittenden Medical Insurance Conference, Naples, FL, April 2011 • “Effective Use Of Medical Records & Journey Through Government ‘Neverland’,” Wicker Smith Claims Seminar, Orlando, FL, June 2010 • “The Bad Faith Set-Up: A Booby-Trap for Insurance Carriers and Defense Counsel,” USLAW Radio Podcast, November 2009

Representative Articles • “Who Pays for Crime? Defending the Property Owner in Negligent Security Claims,” Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel 2011 Winter Meeting, June 2011 • Co-author: “Negligent Security in Government Subsidized Apartment Complexes,” USLAW Magazine, Fall/Winter 2010 • Co-Author: “Radiologists Defense in Failure to Communicate Cases,” For the Defense Magazine, November 2007 • Co-Author: “Preparing for, Taking and Defending the Expert Deposition,” Defense Research Institute Trial Manual, September 2006 • Co-Author: “Preparing Your Experts for Deposition,” Florida Defense Lawyers Association Defense Manual, August 2006 • Co-Authored: Chapter 7 – “Pain and Suffering in Pediatric Neurology, Medical-Legal Aspects of Pain and Suffering,” Lawyers & Judges Publishing Co., Inc.. 2003 • Co-Authored: “On the Defense—Preparing to Defend Yourself in Court,” Chiropractic Business Journal, September 1999

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Medical Devices and Supplies • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) Equipment and Goods • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Automobiles • Firearms Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Beverage Containers • Food Products Medications • Building and Construction • Industrial Machinery • Power Tools Equipment • Ladders • Toys and Children’s Products • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power Equipment Equipment

Education • 1979, J.D., Boston University • 1976, B.A., University of Florida, with honors ® 18 Wicker Smith O’Hara McCoy & Ford P.A. FLORIDA

Biography and Experience Steven Y. Leinicke is a partner in the Fort Lauderdale office. Over the past 35+ years, Mr. Leinicke has served as lead trial counsel for individuals and corporations in numerous complex civil litigation suits involving general negligence, products liability, legal malpractice, fire loss litigation, medical malpractice, medical device litigation, pharmaceutical litigation, asbestos litigation, construction, premises liability, automobile liability, and all aspects of insurance litigation such as professional errors and omissions coverage, policy interpretation and bad faith claims. An AV® Preeminent™ rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell, Mr. Leinicke serves as National Coordinating Counsel for major product manufacturers and as Florida statewide trial counsel for many product manufacturers. He has successfully represented such clients as Stanley Black & Decker, Inc., Hitachi Koki USA, Ltd., Evenflo Company, Inc., Skyjack Equipment, Inc., Navistar, Morrow Crane Company, Goodyear Tire and Rubber, Chubb Insurance, ProAssurance, First Professionals Insurance Steven Y. Leinicke Company, Gulf Atlantic Legal Defense, Chubb Insurance and Chartis. Wicker Smith O’Hara McCoy & Ford P.A. SunTrust Center 515 East Las Olas Boulevard Suite 1400 Representative Trials Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 (954) 847-4800 Phone • Defense verdict after two-week trial in a product liability matter involving claims of defective design of an articulating (954) 760-9353 Fax front end loader and insufficient warnings resulting in the alleged wrongful death of the operator during attempted product repairs. (954) 629-2054 Cell • Defense verdict in a product liability matter wherein the disc on a hand-held concrete cutting saw shattered causing syleinicke@wicker severe facial lacerations and partial loss of vision. The Plaintiff alleged defects in the design, guarding, instructions and smith.com warnings of the saw and the disc. www.wickersmith.com • Directed Verdict after seven days of trial wherein Plaintiff alleged that defective design and inadequate warnings of an automatic pedestrian door caused the Plaintiff to be struck by the door resulting in her fall and severe back injury.

Representative Seminars • “Products Liability – From Soup to Nuts…and Bolts,” Wicker Smith Claims Seminar, Orlando, FL, June 2011 • “Overview of Closed Head Injuries,” Wicker Smith Claims Seminar, Orlando, FL, June 2010 • “Litigating Bad Baby Cases,” Wicker Smith Claims Seminar, Orlando, FL, June 2008 • “Fighting Uphill: Florida’s Product Liability Scheme,” Wicker Smith Claims Seminar, Orlando, FL, July 2007

Representative Articles • Co-author: “Medical Legal Aspects of Treating Diabetic Foot Problems” Chapter in 7th Edition, The Diabetic Foot, Levin and O’Neal

Product Experience • Asbestos • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Lifting Equipment • Automobiles Equipment and Goods • Medical Devices and Supplies • Beverage Containers • Electrical Wire and Cable • Power Tools • Boats and Ships (Commercial and • Food Products • Recreational Equipment Pleasure) • Furniture • Scaffolding • Building and Construction • Hand Tools • Swimming Pools Equipment • Industrial Machinery • Tires • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Ladders • Toys and Children’s Products Equipment • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Trucks and Commercial Equipment Transportation

Education • 1973, J.D., University of Miami • 1971, B.S., DePauw University

® 19 Wicker Smith O’Hara McCoy & Ford P.A. FLORIDA

Biography and Experience Constantine “Dean” Nickas, a partner in the Miami office, is head of Wicker Smith’s retail practice group. In his 20+ year career, Mr. Nickas has handled and tried countless cases involving products liability, food safety products related litigation, professional liability, insurance coverage matters and general civil litigation throughout Florida. An AV® Preeminent™ rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell, Mr. Nickas has been named to the list of Florida Super Lawyers for three consecutive years and he has been admitted to the American Board of Trial Advocates, an invitation only group of trial attorneys. Mr. Nickas is particularly well-versed in litigation issues unique to the food and beverage industry. His depth of experience in this area of the law includes directing strategy for claims involving alleged food borne illnesses, outbreaks and alleged foreign objects. He has represented food manufacturers, distributors and retailers in outbreak and contamination claims throughout the United States. Constantine “Dean” G. Nickas Wicker Smith O’Hara McCoy & Ford P.A. 2800 Ponce de Leon Representative Trials Boulevard • Mr. Nickas has been lead counsel in countless cases during his 22-year career earning him admission to the American Suite 800 Board of Trial Advocates, an invitation-only group or trial attorneys. Coral Gables, FL 33134 • Samantha Safranek, a minor, by and through her parents, v. Topps Meat Company LLC. This matter arose out of the con- (305) 448-3939 Office sumption of Topps Hamburger patties, which were found to contain E.coli 0157:H7. Samantha Safranek, then age 15, was (305) 441-1745 Fax diagnosed with hemolytic uremic syndrome resulting in renal failure, alleged permanent kidney damage and associated (305)773-3534 Cell complications. The Plaintiffs brought claims of strict liability, negligence and breach of warranty. Based upon the evi- [email protected] dence, the defendant admitted liability pre-trial. The Plaintiffs sought an award of 7.25 million dollars during closing argu- www.wickersmith.com ment. The defense suggested an award of $600,000 to the jury, which returned a verdict of $653, 843. Also, directed verdict was entered in the Defendant’s favor on the filial consortium claims asserted by Samantha’s parents. The verdict was sig- nificantly lower than the Defendant’s last offer prior to trial.

Representative Seminars • “Products Liability—From Soup to Nuts…and Bolts,” Wicker Smith Claims Seminar, Orlando, FL, June 2011 • “Litigation Hot Seat: Are You Prepared for Testimony?,” 2011 Asset Protection Conference, Food Marketing Institute, Orlando, FL, March 2011 • “A Closer Look at Food Borne Illnesses,” USLAW Radio Podcast, March 2011

Product Experience • Alcohol and Distilled Spirits • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Beverage Containers Equipment and Goods Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Food Products Medications • Furniture

Education • 1990, J.D., University of Miami, cum laude • 1987, B.B.A., University of Miami, cum laude

® 20 Hall Booth Smith, P.C. GEORGIA

Biography and Experience Mr. Abernethy is licensed to practice in Georgia and Tennessee. His practice focuses on products liability; general liability; and toxic tort litigation. Mr. Abernethy has successfully filed and argued a number of Daubert motions excluding products liability expert witnesses from testifying at trial. He has obtained multiple dismissals for his clients in products liability actions. All of these dismissal have been upheld on appeal. Mr. Abernethy has handled large toxic mold cases and matters involving industrial and consumer products. He has also successfully managed and resolved large multi-state asbestos claims as well as suits involving carbon monoxide poisoning. Mr. Abernethy has spoken to numerous groups and published CLE material on Daubert expert witness challenges, with focus on products liability litigation. Kevin D. Abernethy Hall Booth Smith, P.C. 191 Peachtree St. Suite 2900 Atlanta, GA 30303 Representative Trials (404) 954-5000 Office • Mr. Abernethy was an attorney in the reported toxic tort/products liability case Mason v. The Home Depot, 283 Ga. 271 (678) 539-1541 Fax (2008). This case involved complex chemical liability issues; specifically, plaintiffs were alleging brain damage due to kabernethy@hallbooth chemical inhalation. The Georgia Supreme Court also used the Mason case to affirm the Constitutionality of Georgia’s smith.com expert witness tort reform statue adopting the Daubert scheme. www.hallboothsmith.com • Combs v. Horton Maddox Anderson, et. al. – Circuit Court for Hamilton County, Tennessee, Chattanooga. Mr. Abernethy was brought in to try the case six weeks prior to trial. The case was a legal malpractice trial (missed statute of limitation) but Mr. Abernethy had to defend the underlying products case involving three manufacturers without their involvement. The case involved a death. The jury would have returned a defense verdict but case settled minutes before the jury returned a verdict.

Representative Seminars • “Making/Fielding Daubert Challenges,” State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company’s in-house firm event, November 12, 2010 • “Expert Witness, Daubert & Georgia Tort Reform,” 29th Annual Insurance Law Institute Conference, September 10, 2010

Representative Articles • Co-Author, “The Tort Reform Agenda: After the 2010 Midterm Elections,” USLAW Magazine, Spring 2011 • Co-Author, “Avoid Malpractice by Asserting Admiralty Law Claims,” USLAW Magazine, Fall/Winter 2010

Product Experience • Asbestos • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Industrial Machinery • Automobiles • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Power Tools • Beverage Containers Equipment • Roofing Systems • Boats and Ships (Commercial and • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Tires Pleasure) Equipment and Goods • Building and Construction • Hand Tools Equipment • Herbicides and Pesticides

Education • 2005, J.D., Georgia State College of Law • 1999, B.A., Political Science, the University of Georgia

® 21 Hall Booth Smith, P.C. GEORGIA

Biography and Experience Robert L. Shannon, Jr. is a senior partner at the Atlanta office of Hall Booth Smith, P.C. Mr. Shannon is licensed to practice in Tennessee and Georgia. Has an extensive 20 years practice involving complex products cases. Prior to attending law school in flew E-3s for the United States Air Force. In 1988 he transferred his commission to the Air National Guard. Today, he is a Brigadier General and serves as the Vice Commander of the Georgia Air National Guard. He has handled large complex matters throughout the Southeastern U.S. As a National Trial Counsel he has been frequently brought in to try cases weeks prior to trial. He has tried 43 jury trials with two adverse verdicts. He has handled a wide variety of large complex product cases including commercial aircrashes and is extremely adept at learning complex technical concepts and presenting those same concepts to a jury in a manner in which they can understand. He has been recognized by Georgia Trend Magazine as one the State’s Legal Elite and is consistently listed by the Atlanta Business Chronicle to their list of “Who’s Who in the Law” in Atlanta, Georgia. Robert L. Shannon, Jr. Hall Booth Smith, P.C. 191 Peachtree Street, NE Suite 2900 Atlanta, GA 30303 Representative Trials (404) 954-6935 Office (404) 954-5020 Fax • Mr. Shannon has never lost a products case as trial and all of his non tried cases have had significant favorable results. [email protected] • Mason v. Home Depot, Cobb County State Court – This case involved complex chemical liability issues. After almost three www.hallboothsmith.com weeks the case was mistried at 10-2 in favor of a defense verdict. Subsequent to trial Mr. Shannon successfully moved to strike all plaintiff’s experts. The Georgia Supreme Court affirmed the trial court. The Georgia Supreme Court also used the Mason case to affirm the Constitutionality of Georgia’s expert witness tort reform statue adopting the Daubert scheme. • Combs v. Horton Maddox Anderson, et. al. – Circuit Court for Hamilton County, Tennessee, Chattanooga. Mr. Shannon was brought in as lead counsel to try the case six weeks prior to trial. The case was a legal malpractice trial (missed statute of limitation) but Mr. Shannon had to defend the underlying products case involving three manufacturers without their involvement. The case involved a death. The jury would have returned a defense verdict but case settled minutes before the verdict. • Malcolm v. Bix Manufacturing Company, Inc. – Fulton County State Court. Toxic exposure brain damage case lasting three weeks with 18 experts who testified. Extremely hostile judge. Defense verdict.

Representative Seminars • “Defending Burn Injuries in Air Crashes,” DRI Fire and Casualty Conference, Chicago, IL, 2007 • “Perspectives on Avoiding Large Punitive Awards,” USLAW Spring Client Conference, South Beach, FL

Product Experience • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Motorcycles and Recreational • Asbestos Equipment and Goods Vehicles • Automobiles • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Beverage Containers • Electrical Wire and Cable Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Boats and Ships (Commercial and • Food Products Medications Pleasure) • Furniture • Power Tools • Building and Construction • Hand Tools • Recreational Equipment Equipment • Industrial Machinery • Roofing Systems • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Tanks and Containers • Construction Products, Vehicles and Equipment • Tires Equipment • Lifting Equipment • Trucks and Commercial • Medical Devices and Supplies Transportation

Education • 1991, J.D., University of Georgia • 1986, M.S., Oklahoma State University • 1981, B.A., Valdosta State University ® 22 Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel, LLP HAWAII

Biography and Experience For the past 26 years Corlis J. Chang has represented product manufacturers, medical device manufacturers and pharmaceutical manufacturers in the defense of their products. Approximately 50% of her practice over the years has been devoted to the defense of products containing asbestos (pumps, boilers, gaskets and packing) and medical devices as varied as walkers, TPN mixers, Hoyer lifts, cardiovascular guide wires, tubing, automated blood pressure cuffs, PEG tubes, and phacoemulsification machinery (for cataract surgery).

Corlis J. Chang Goodsill Anderson Representative Trials Quinn & Stifel, LLP No recent trials involving manufacturers as these types of trials have been extremely rare in the Hawaii jurisdiction over the past 999 Bishop Street 10 years. Suite 1600 • Defended component part manufacturer of a fan alleged to have caused a fire resulting in the death of a young girl and Honolulu, HI 96813 obtained dismissal without payment by the component part manufacturer by proving the component part did not cause (808) 547-5677 Office the fire. (808) 547-5880 Fax • Defended the manufacturer of a cardiovascular guidewire, a piece of which remained in the woman’s blood vessel after a [email protected] stenting procedure was performed. A nominal settlement (10% of anticipated costs of defense) was reached with Plaintiff who was successful on appeal in having a defense verdict for the physician overturned by the Hawaii Supreme Court. www.goodsill.com • Obtained Summary Judgment on a matter involving the death of a man who alleged a PEG feeding tube malfunctioned. Summary Judgment was upheld on appeal to the Hawaii Supreme Court.

Representative Seminars • Over the years, Ms. Chang has participated as a panelist and presenter at Medmarc annual seminars.

Product Experience • Asbestos • Food Products • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Herbicides and Pesticides Drugs and Over-the-Counter Equipment and Goods • Medical Devices and Supplies Medications

Education • 1982, J.D., Northwestern University School of Law (Member, Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology) • 1979, A. B., Economics, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA, magna cum laude

® 23 SmithAmundsen LLC ILLINOIS

Biography and Experience Lew’s areas of focus include the motor carrier industry and home construction building products. Motor carrier related matters have addressed trailers, chassis, lift gates, walkway and tread plates, tires, engines and vehicle electronics. Further, Lew has significant experience in fire and explosion matters involving tractors and related aspects of the motor carrier and chemical industries. Lew has reprsented clients in matters involving cosmetics, beverage product storage and display, and food borne product illness.

Lew R.C. Bricker SmithAmundsen LLC Representative Seminars 150 North Michigan Avenue • Co-Moderator, “Stay Out of the Rockies: Safe Passage for Corporate Counsel,” USLAW Client Conference, Vancouver, BC, Suite 3300 October 2013 Chicago, IL 60601 • Co-Moderator, “Ethical Waves: Avoiding the Wipeout,” Murchison & Cumming LLP 2013 CLE, Santa Monica, CA, June 2013 (312) 894-3224 Office • Transportation Conference Chair, “Dissecting The Plaintiff’s Playbook,” USLAW Conference, Tucson, AZ, April 2013 (312) 997-1721 Fax • Speaker, “Damages, Joint & Several Liability and Indemnity,” Client Seminar, Centennial, CO, December 2012 (847) 420-0445 Cell • Speaker, “Damages, Public Liability and Indemnity,” Client Seminar, Denver, CO, December 2012 (847) 945-6165 Home [email protected] www.salawus.com Representative Articles • National Editor and Project Director, USLAW NETWORK National Compendium of Law, 2009-Present • Chapter Co-author, “Special Considerations in a Product Liability Case,” Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education’s Illinois Civil Discovery Practice Supplement, 2006, 2009, 2011, and 2013

Product Experience • Automobiles • Electrical Wire and Cable • Medical Devices and Supplies • Beverage Containers • Flooring Systems • Tires • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Food Products • Trucks and Commercial Equipment • Ladders Transportation • Cosmetics • Lifting Equipment

Education • 1991 J.D., University of Illinois at Urbana/Champaign, cum laude • 1988, B.A. History, University of Illinois at Urbana/Champaign, with honors in history and cum laude

® 24 SmithAmundsen LLC ILLINOIS

Biography and Experience Mike is a partner and Executive Committee member with SmithAmundsen and serves as its Chair of the Product Liability Group. Prior to private practice, he garnered significant trial experience as an Assistant State’s Attorney for Lake County, Illinois. Mr. McGowan acts as one of the firm’s lead trial attorneys on many high-profile product liability, construction and retailer liability cases. Throughout his career, he has defended a multitude of product liability cases involving everything from brake systems to ozone generators and destruct units to cosmetic manufacturing processes. Mr. McGowan is an expert in consumer product safety law and designs programs for manufacturers to bring their products into compliance with the Consumer Product Safety Act. His retailing clients include well-known Fortune 1000 merchandisers and his construction clients include one of the leading construction company revenue-producers in the country. As well, Mike is highly experienced in public entity law and his clients include many local municipalities, toll authorities, county governments and various schools, forest preserves, park Michael J. McGowan districts, and villages. SmithAmundsen LLC 150 North Michigan Avenue Suite 3300 Representative Trials Chicago, IL 60601 (312) 894-3242 Office • Barrie v. Krueger Intn’l and Jewel Food Stores, Circuit Court of Cook County, State of Illinois. In a $5 million demand case (312) 894-3210 Fax where liability was admitted and tried solely on damages, the jury awarded a mere $95,000. Plaintiff was severely injured after a chair collapsed. The case was complicated by a spoliation claim against plaintiff’s employer, Jewel Food Stores, be- (847) 533-3242 Cell cause they disposed of the chair. [email protected] • Galvan v. Krueger Int’l, U.S.D.C. for the Northern District of Illinois. Confidential settlement at commencement of trial. www.salawus.com Product liability matter involving allegations of defective design and manufacture of swivel seat chair post. Defense successfully filed a motion for summary judgment on strict products liability so trial would have been only on the negligence count. • Marroquin v. Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., U.S.D.C. for the Northern District of Illinois. Severely injured plaintiff alleged a products defect in a power drill case. After depositions and filing of defendant’s Motion for Summary Judgment, plaintiff voluntarily dismissed the suit.

Representative Seminars • “Product Makers Beware: Don’t be Defective,” RIMS Annual Conference, April 2013 • “Commercial Liability Law Updates,” ACE North American Claims and ESIS Claims Professionals, August 2012 • “Consumer Product and Safety Improvement Act,” USLAW Conference, Dana Point, CA, April 2012 • “Bleacher Risk Management and Maintenance,” National School Boards Association’s 70th Annual Conference, Chicago, IL, April 2010 • Auditor, Product Compliance for Leading Chair Manufacturer, Consumer Product Safety Act, 2007 • “Trade Secret Protection and Consumer Product Safety Act Compliance,” USLAW Conference, Austin, TX, March 2006

Representative Articles • “New OSHA ‘National Emphasis Program’ Targeted at Detecting Under Reporting of Work-Related Illness and Injury,” Illinois Chamber of Commerce HR Advisory Blog, October 2009 and SmithAmundsen Labor & Employment Newsletter, Novembe,r 2009 • Illinois chamber of Commerce HR Advisory Blog, October 2009 and SmithAmundsen Labor & Employment Newsletter, November 2009 • Chapter Author, “Inside the Minds: Product Liability Litigation and Dispute Resolution,” November 2007 • “Products Liability 3rd Party Practice,” Ch. 7, IICLE, 2005 • “Product Liability 3rd Party Practice, Chapter 7,” Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education, 2000

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Cosmetics • Ladders • Alcohol and Distilled Spirits • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Asbestos • Electrical Wire and Cable Equipment • Automobiles • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Medical Devices and Supplies • Building and Construction Devices • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription Equipment • Flooring Systems Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Food Products Medications • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Furniture • Power Tools Equipment • Hand Tools • Roofing Systems • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Herbicides and Pesticides • Tires Equipment and Goods • Industrial Machinery • Windows

Education • 1988, J.D., Loyola University Chicago School of Law • 1983, B.A., University of Notre Dame, cum laude

® 25 SmithAmundsen LLC ILLINOIS

Biography and Experience Chris Miller has been Vice-Chair of the SmithAmundsen Product Liability Group since 2008. Chris has been prosecuting and defending product liability matters since 2002 related to construction machinery, ski equipment, automobile accessories, gas delivery consumer appliances, fire sprinkler systems, automotive equipment such as tires, utility vehicle braking systems. He spends approximately 30% of his time devoted to Product Liability.

Christopher T. Miller SmithAmundsen LLC Representative Trials 150 North Michigan Avenue • All Product Liability cases have settled prior to trial. Suite 3300 Chicago, IL 60601 (312) 894-3314 Office (312) 894-3210 Fax (312) 560-1570 Cell [email protected] www.salawus.com Representative Seminars • Presenter, “Construction Contracts: The 1, 2, 3, Basics,” Hispanic American Construction Industry Association Presentation, Chicago, IL, March 2012 • Presenter, “Presentation on Arson Investigations,” St. Mary, FL, August 2011

Representative Articles • Co-Author, “Foreign Evidence in U.S. Product Liability Law,” For the Defense, Defense Research Institute, October 2010 • Co-author, “Selecting Products Liability Expert,” ITLA Practice Handbook, 2002

Product Experience • Automobiles • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Industrial Machinery • Construction Products, Vehicles and Equipment and Goods • Tires Equipment • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Trucks and Commercial Devices Transportation

Education • 2002, J.D., DePaul University College of Law • 1999, B.A., Loyola University Chicago

® 26 Bingham Greenebaum Doll LLP INDIANA

Biography and Experience Phil Isenbarger is a partner with Bingham Greenebaum Doll LLP in Indianapolis, Indiana, with over 25 years of litigation and trial experience. A 1984 graduate from the Indiana University School of Law in Bloomington, Mr. Isenbarger has previously chaired the Firm’s litigation department and has been lead counsel for jury trials conducted in courts across Indiana. He practices in all state and federal courts in Indiana. He has overseen litigation in a multitude of settings including products liability matters ranging from single consumer actions to class actions. Mr. Isenbarger has devoted a substantial part of his practice to the representation of manufacturers and retailers in the industrial, commercial and consumer industry, with particular emphasis in matters involving plumbing fixtures, small engines, gaspowered rental equipment, medical devices, and other electrical equipment and their respective component parts. He has extensive experience in defending fire and explosion litigation as well as personal injury and property damage matters arising Phil L. Isenbarger from claims of defective manufactured or designed products. Bingham Greenebaum Phil was admitted to the Indiana Bar and the U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana in 1984. Doll LLP 10 West Market Street 2700 Market Tower Indianapolis, IN 46204 (317) 968-5389 Office Representative Trials (317) 236-9907 Fax (317) 698-4957 Cell • Mr. Isenbarger has successfully defended Kohler Company at both the trial level and on appeal with regard to allegations of defective handrails in a shower unit. See, Howerton v. Red Ribbon, Inc., 715 N.E.2nd 953. [email protected] • Mr. Isenbarger successfully defended the manufacturer of a refrigerator at trial involving allegations that the unit caused a www.bgdlegal.com fire and back draft that resulted in excess of $13 million in property damage and three deaths. The case was also upheld on appeal. See, Indiana Athletic Club v. Alco Standard Corp., 709 N.E.2nd 1070. • Mr. Isenbarger has defended products liability matters brought as class actions in Indiana federal court.

Representative Seminars • “Direct and Cross-Examination Techniques,” Indianapolis Bar Association Conference, Las Vegas • “Direct and Cross-Examination Techniques,” IBA Litigation Practice Skills Series, 2011 • “Cross-Examination of the Difficult Witness,” Bench Bar Conference, 2007

Representative Articles • “Products Liability Claims: How Manufacturers Can Protect Themselves,” Bingham McHale Newsletter, May 2011 • “If not you, Mr. President, who speaks for the Company?,” describing and explaining the preparation techniques for a 30(B)(6) (corporate designee) deposition, USLAW Magazine, Spring/Summer 2010 • “Indemnity for Corporate Officers,” Defense Counsel Journal, International Association of Defense Counsel, 2006 • “Fire Litigation and Cross-Examination of Medical Experts,” Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum (ICLEF)

Product Experience • Alcohol and Distilled Spirits • Electrical Wire and Cable • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Automobiles • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Beverage Containers Devices Medications • Boats and Ships (Commercial and • Food Products • Power Tools Pleasure) • Furniture • Recreational Equipment • Building and Construction • Hand Tools • Scaffolding Equipment • Industrial Machinery • Swimming Pools • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Tanks and Containers • Construction Products, Vehicles and Equipment • Tires Equipment • Lifting Equipment • Toys and Children’s Products • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Medical Devices and Supplies • Tobacco Products Equipment and Goods • Motorcycles and Recreational • Trucks and Commercial • Cosmetics Vehicles Transportation • Electrical Equipment and Devices

Education

® • 1984, J.D., Indiana University, Maurer School of Law, Bloomington • 1981, B.S., Marketing and Management, Indiana University, Kelley School of Business 27 Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC IOWA

Biography and Experience Robert Hatala has handled numerous product liability cases since being admitted to the practice of law in 1983. He represented both plaintiffs and defendants in products liability lawsuits. Products include farm equipment, mowers, propanes, steering wheels, hoses and hose connections, and others. The percentage of his practice devoted to products liability varies.

Product Experience Robert S. Hatala Simmons Perrine Moyer • Agricultural Equipment • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Building and Construction Equipment and Goods Equipment Bergman PLC Equipment • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Roofing Systems 115 Third Street SE • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics Devices • Tanks and Containers Suite 1200 • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Industrial Machinery • Windows Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 Equipment (319) 366-7641 Office (319) 366-1917 Fax rhatala@simmons perrine.com www.simmonsperrine.com Education • 1983, J.D., University of Iowa College of Law • 1983, M.A., Public Affairs, University of Iowa • 1974, B.A., Political Science, Iowa State University

® 28 Bingham Greenebaum Doll LLP KENTUCKY

Biography and Experience Melissa Norman Bork a partner at Bingham Greenebaum Doll LLP and is chair of the firm’s Products Liability Team. She focuses her practice on complex commercial and tort litigation, including product liability, asbestos and mass product liability and toxic tort litigation, as well as contract and business/commercial disputes. He practice also includes litigation of matters involving the First and Fourteenth Amendment, state employment, civil rights and college and university law. She began her practice in 1994 and is experienced in all aspects of civil litigation and appellate work. In addition to litigation services, Melissa also advises clients in the area of product liability exposure, risk management and litigation avoidance. She is a member of the Defense Research Institute and the National Association of College and University Attorneys. She was selected for inclusion the The Best Lawyers in America® in the fields of Commercial Litigation, 2013-2014 and Education Law, Mass Tort Litigation – Defendants, 2011-2014, and was selected for inclusion in the Kentucky Super Lawyers® in the field of Business Litigation, 2014. Melissa N. Bork Bingham Greenebaum Doll LLP 3500 National City Tower Representative Trials 101 South Fifth Street Louisville, KY 40202 • Cyrus v. Ingersoll-Rand, et al., Greenup (Co., Kentucky) Circuit Court. Summary judgment granted in asbestos products li- (502) 587-3726 Office ability action based on failure to prove exposure to defendant’s product was a substantial contributing factor in causing (502) 587-3695 Fax Plaintiff’s decedent’s illness and subsequent death. • Watkins v. 3M, et al., U.S.D.C for the Western District of Kentucky at Lexington. Dismissal of products liability action alleg- [email protected] ing toxic brain injury caused by exposure to allegedly unsafe levels of benzene in adhesive products. www.bgdlegal.com • Hancock v. Seats, Inc., et al., U.S.D.C. for the Western District of Kentucky at Louisville. Successfully negotiated resolution of products liability claim alleging defective manufacture and design of industrial lawn mower.

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Firearms • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Alcohol and Distilled Spirits • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Asbestos Devices Medications • Automobiles • Food Products • Power Tools • Building and Construction • Industrial Machinery • Recreational Equipment Equipment • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Roofing Systems • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics Equipment • Tanks and Containers • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Locomotives and Locomotive • Tires Equipment Equipment • Toys and Children’s Products • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Medical Devices and Supplies • Trucks and Commercial Equipment and Goods • Mining Equipment Transportation • Electrical Equipment and Devices

Education • 1994, J.D., University of Louisville School of Law • 1990, B.A., Journalism, University of Southern Indiana, cum laude

® 29 McCranie, Sistrunk, Anzelmo, Hardy, McDaniel & Welch LLC LOUISIANA

Biography and Experience Keith W. McDaniel is a shareholder at McCranie, Sistrunk, Anzelmo, Hardy, McDaniel & Welch. Since his admission to practice, Mr. McDaniel has devoted his practice to representing manufacturers and distributors in products liability lawsuits and in handling sophisticated tort litigation. He has defended manufacturers of products from the automotive, home product, industrial/construction machinery and medical device industries. In addition to acting as lead trial counsel throughout Louisiana and other states in the gulf south, he has served on regional and national trial teams coordinating litigation for clients. He has also defended clients in asbestos, toxic tort, environmental, transportation and agricultural matters.

Keith W. McDaniel McCranie, Sistrunk, Representative Trials Anzelmo, Hardy, • Jack B. Harper Contractor, Inc. v. United Fiberglass of America, Inc. et. al. – U.S.D.C. Eastern District of Louisiana. Following McDaniel & Welch, LLC a three-week jury trial, favorable result received for Prime Conduit, Inc., the manufacturer of certain components used in 195 Greenbriar Boulevard a multi-million dollar highway construction project to install an Intelligent Traffic System. Suite 200 • Peters v. Nissan Forklift Corporation –U.S.D.C. Eastern District of Louisiana. Defense verdict in a trial against the manufac- Covington, LA 70433 turer of material handling equipment. Plaintiff suffered total disability and sought approximately $2 million in damages. • Leray v. Nissan North America, Inc. –17th Judicial District Court for the Parish of Lafourche, Louisiana. Defense verdict fol- (504) 831-0946 Office lowing three week trial against the manufacturer of a truck. Plaintiff, who suffered quadriplegia, alleged defects in the ve- (800)977-8810 Fax hicle’s roof, restraint and braking systems. The jury assessed total damages of $18 million against absent parties. [email protected] • Monroe Welding Supply, Inc. v. IWATSU America, Inc. – 4th Judicial District Court for the Parish of Ouachita, Louisiana. www.mcsalaw.com Defense verdict following two week trial against the manufacturer of a telephone system. Plaintiff alleged that a fire origi- nated in the control box of the system which destroyed a welding supply business, including its storefront, office and warehousing areas for a total loss in excess of $2 million.

Representative Seminars • “Representing the Foreign Manufacturer To Kiss, Bow or Shake Hands,” USLAW Network Client Conference, Phoenix, AZ, March 2011 • “Recent Developments in the Products Liability Arena,” USLAW Network Conference, London, England, February 2011 • “Emerging Issues in Motor Vehicle Product Liability Litigation,” ABA, Phoenix, AZ, April 2010 • “Expert Defense Strategies for Singled-Out Vehicles and Media-Focused Issues,” American Conference Institute’s Premier Forum on Defending and Managing, Automotive Product Liability Litigation, Chicago, IL, November 2008

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Cosmetics • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Alcohol and Distilled Spirits • Electrical Equipment and Devices Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Asbestos • Electrical Wire and Cable Medications • Automobiles • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Power Tools • Beverage Containers Devices • Recreational Equipment • Boats and Ships (Commercial and • Hand Tools • Respiratory Protective Equipment Pleasure) • Industrial Machinery and Safety Devices • Building and Construction • Ladders • Tanks and Containers Equipment • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Tires • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics Equipment • Toys and Children’s Products • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Lifting Equipment • Trucks and Commercial Equipment • Medical Devices and Supplies Transportation • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Motorcycles and Recreational Equipment and Goods Vehicles

Education • 1985, J.D., University of Mississippi, Member, Order of the Barristers (1984-1985) • 1983, B.A., Chemistry, University of Mississippi

® 30 McCranie, Sistrunk, Anzelmo, Hardy, McDaniel & Welch LLC LOUISIANA

Biography and Experience Lance Williams focuses his practice on defending product liability, mass tort, professional malpractice, and toxic tort litigation. His product liability experience has involved representation of manufacturers in the automotive, heavy machinery, industrial equipment, home product and medical device industries. With an emphasis on preparing cases and taking them to trial, Mr. Williams has tried cases for automotive manufacturers nationwide. Along with the other members of McCranie, Sistrunk, Mr. Williams has helped forge much of the favorable jurisprudence in Louisiana interpreting the Louisiana Product Liability Act, with reported decisions in every appellate court in Louisiana.

Lance B. Williams McCranie, Sistrunk, Anzelmo, Hardy, Representative Trials McDaniel & Welch, LLC • Lawson v. Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America – Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. Defense verdict after two week trial against the 195 Greenbriar Boulevard manufacturer of a motor vehicle. Plaintiff injured both hands and underwent surgery when the airbag in her vehicle unex- Suite 200 pectedly deployed as she honked her horn. Plaintiff alleged manufacturing defects and insufficient warnings. Covington, LA 70433 • Duet v. Ford – Lafourche Parish, Louisiana. Defense verdict after a one week trial against the manufacturer of a motor ve- (504) 831-0946 Office hicle. Plaintiff was injured and underwent a discectomy and cervical fusion because of an accident. She alleged the vehicle was defective because her airbag did not deploy in the accident. (800) 977-8810 Fax • Shicksnider v. Ford – Lafourche Parish, Louisiana. Defense verdict after a one week trial against the manufacturer of a [email protected] motor vehicle. Plaintiff was injured and underwent a cervical fusion because of the accident. She alleged the vehicle was www.mcsalaw.com defective because her airbag did not deploy.

Representative Seminars • “Handling Friction: Developments in Asbestos Litigation,” American Bar Association – TIPS Emerging Issues In Motor Vehicle Products Liability Litigation Seminar, Scottsdale, Arizona, March 2012 • “USLAW Product Liability 5 Minute Drill,” USLAW Network Client Conference, Scottsdale, Arizona, February 2011 • “Who’s On The Line? What to do with Evidence of Cell Phone Use,” 2010 ACI Automotive Product Liability Conference, Chicago, Illinois, September 2010 • “Evidence of Other Claims or Lawsuits,” USLAW Network Client Conference, Miami, Florida, March 2010 • “Warning! A Review of ANSI Requirements for Warnings,” USLAW Network Client Conference, Miami, Florida, March 2010 • “A View from the Bench,” Moderator of Federal Judicial Panel, 2009 ACI Automotive Product Liability Conference, Chicago, Illinois, June 2009

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Lifting Equipment • Asbestos • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Medical Devices and Supplies • Automobiles Devices • Power Tools • Building and Construction • Flooring Systems • Recreational Equipment Equipment • Food Products • Roofing Systems • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Furniture • Scaffolding • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Hand Tools • Tires Equipment • Industrial Machinery • Windows • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power Equipment and Goods Equipment

Education • 1994, J.D., Louisiana State University • 1991, B.A., Tulane University

® 31 Richardson, Whitman, Large & Badger MAINE

Biography and Experience Attorney Large’s focus is trial work: jury trials, court trials, arbitrations and regulatory proceedings. He has been trying cases in Maine for more than 25 years. His cases have not been limited by subject matter, but have included the defense of product liability claims including automobiles, consumer products, ladders, and industrial machinery. Attorney Large has been recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, has been elected to the American Board of Trial Advocates, and has been Certified as a Civil Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy.

Wendell G. Large Richardson, Whitman, Large & Badger Product Experience 465 Congress Street • Automobiles • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Ladders Portland, ME 04112 • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Food Products • Scaffolding (207) 774-7474 Office Equipment and Goods • Industrial Machinery • Tires (207) 774-1343 Fax (207) 838-0891 Cell [email protected] www.rwlb.com Education • 1978, J.D., University of Virginia School of Law • 1975, A.B., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, with honors

® 32 Richardson, Whitman, Large & Badger MAINE

Biography and Experience Over the past 30+ years, on average, roughly 20% of John Whitman’s practice has been product liability defense. The breadth of that practice is suggested by the list of product experience listed below. John’s practice has not focused on any one type of product, but he has had multiple cases involving automobiles; consumer products and appliances; industrial machinery; ladders; lawnmowers; motorcycles and recreational vehicles; and power tools.

John S. Whitman Representative Trials Richardson, Whitman, • Maine Superior Court. Printing company employee was killed when her head was crushed in an industrial printing press Large & Badger manufactured in Japan. Settled the case for a token amount. 465 Congress Street • U.S. District Court, Rhode Island. Serious injury resulting from ladder accident. Defended an extension ladder manufac- P.O. Box 9545 tured in Mexico. Persuaded plaintiff’s counsel to dismiss the case at close of discovery. Portland, ME 04112 • Massachusetts Superior Court and Massachusetts Appeals Court. Failure of enormous stormwater pumping plant during (207) 774-7474 Office heavy rainstorm resulted in flooding of Boston’s South End, resulting in millions of dollars’ worth of residential and com- (207) 774-1343 Fax mercial property damage claims, and eight consolidated multi-party lawsuits. Defended solenoid valve alleged to be the (207) 712-6240 Cell cause of the failure of the pumps. After ten years of litigation, won summary judgment in superior court, upheld by [email protected] Appeals Court. www.rwlb.com

Product Experience • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Motorcycles and Recreational • Automobiles Devices Vehicles • Boats and Ships (Commercial and • Food Products • Power Tools Pleasure) • Industrial Machinery • Recreational Equipment • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Ladders • Scaffolding Equipment and Goods • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power Equipment

Education • 1972, J.D., Harvard Law School • 1967, B.A., Harvard College

® 33 Franklin & Prokopik, PC MARYLAND

Biography and Experience Ms. Dwyer’s product liability experience spans 15 years and comprises roughly thirty percent of her practice. Her primary focus has been on construction and property related equipment and claims. She has represented manufacturers, distributors and suppliers of construction equipment, materials, and systems, as well as medical devices and a variety of other commercial and consumer product cases, including class action and multi-district litigation.

Ami C. Dwyer Representative Trials Franklin & Prokopik, PC 2 North Charles Street •Royal v. Eastern Homes – Lead defense counsel defending retailer and installer of manufactured homes in class action litigation. The case involved contract, tort, warranty and consumer protection claims and was resolved by way of a confiden- Suite 600 tial global settlement. Baltimore, MD 21212 • Kent v. Aileron Center – Defended manufacturer of commercial heating equipment in litigation by multiple claimants (410) 230-3635 Office claiming carbon monoxide exposure. Successfully negotiated resolution with multiple defendants without resorting to trial. (410) 752-6868 Fax •Mount Vernon Development Group v. WKR Consulting – Defended concrete block manufacturer in case involving the fail- (443) 286-6880 Cell ure of a large retaining wall. Suit was resolved with negotiated settlement among multiple defendants. [email protected] www.fandpnet.com

Product Experience • Building and Construction • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Medical Devices and Supplies Equipment Equipment and Goods • Motorcycles and Recreational • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection Vehicles Equipment Devices • Roofing Systems • Lifting Equipment

Education • 1995, J.D., University of Baltimore School of Law • 1992, B.A., English and Writing, Loyola University, Baltimore

® 34 Larson • King, LLP MINNESOTA

Biography and Experience Mark Solheim has extensive trial experience representing corporations, insurance companies and policyholders in Federal, State and Administrative Courts. Mark’s trial work focuses on litigation of product, professional, utility and transportation liability matters. In addition, he serves as National Coordinating Counsel for clients throughout the country. Mark is a partner at Larson • King. Mark has served in leadership positions for state and national defense organizations for many years. Mark serves as a Board Member (2003-2007), and as an Officer (Secretary 2008, Treasurer 2009, Vice-President 2010, and President 2011) of the Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association; as Chair of the DRI Trial Tactics Committee (2006-2008); as Co-Chair of the MDLA Nursing Home & Assisted Living Committee (2006) and as Chair of the USLAW Network (2008); Member, DRI Law Institute Committee (2008 - present). Mark A. Solheim Larson • King, LLP 2800 Wells Fargo Place 30 East Seventh Street St. Paul, MN 55101 Representative Trials (651) 312-6500 Office (651) 312-6618 Fax • Christians vs. Xcel. Electrical contact. Defense Verdict. (651) 253-9950 Cell • Simonson vs. Comfort Gardens. Ventilator Dependent Plaintiff. Defense Verdict. [email protected] • Vang v. Cooper Tire. Quadriplegic Defense Verdict. www.larsonking.com

Representative Articles • “A Call For A Purposive Approach To The Application Of The Reallocation Provisions of Minnesota’s Joint and Several Liability Statute,” Minnesota Defense Lawyers Magazine, Winter 2009 • “The Attorney-Client Privilege Primer,” DRI’s Trial Tactics Defense Litigation Manual, 2006 • Co-Author “Understanding Toxicology: Defense of Alcohol Related Negligence Claims,” For The Defense, 1996 • Co-Author “Psychological & Damages From Toxic Substances: Problems & Solution,” Defense Counsel Journal, 1993

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Firearms • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Alcohol and Distilled Spirits • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) Devices Medications • Asbestos • Flooring Systems • Power Tools • Automobiles • Food Products • Recreational Equipment • Beverage Containers • Furniture • Respiratory Protective Equipment • Boats and Ships (Commercial and • Hand Tools and Safety Devices Pleasure) • Herbicides and Pesticides • Roofing Systems • Breast Implants • Industrial Machinery • Scaffolding • Building and Construction • Ladders • Swimming Pools Equipment • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Tanks and Containers • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics Equipment • Tires • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Lifting Equipment • Toys and Children’s Products Equipment • Locomotives and Locomotive • Tobacco Products • Consumer Products, Appliances, Equipment • Trucks and Commercial Equipment and Goods • Medical Devices and Supplies Transportation • Cosmetics • Mining Equipment • Windows • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Motorcycles and Recreational • Electrical Wire and Cable Vehicles

Education • 1990, J.D., Hamline University School of Law, cum laude, Silver Gavel National Honor Society • 1988, B.A., Hamline University, cum laude, Pi Gamma Mu National Honor Society

® 35 Larson • King, LLP MINNESOTA

Biography and Experience Dan Adams, a partner with Larson • King, concentrates his civil and commercial practice on representing clients in complex product liability, toxic tort and mass liability litigation and policyholders in insurance coverage disputes. He has acted as national coordinating counsel and trial counsel for manufacturers and has appeared in federal and state courts throughout the country.

Daniel C. Adams Representative Trials Larson • King, LLP 2800 Wells Fargo Place • Dan has defended national corporate manufacturers in multiple federal and state jurisdictions in product liability, mass tort and pattern litigations. He has successfully resolved matters involving thousands of plaintiffs and claims for tens of 30 East Seventh Street millions of dollars. St. Paul, MN 55101 • Activities in representative cases included appearance at trials; argument of substantive motions; preparation/presenta- (651) 312-6500 Office tion of key corporate and expert witnesses in areas of medicine, science, engineering principles, statistics, crashworthi- (651) 312-6618 Fax ness, human factors, industrial hygiene, chemical properties and damages, and development of tactical and strategic (651) 261-8617 Cell plans leading to successful disposition of thousands of claims through dismissal or negotiated resolution. [email protected] • Issues involved included defense of design/manufacturing claims related to defects; negligence; failure to warn; post-sale www.larsonking.com duty to warn; development and implementation of quality control plans; compliance with federal and state regulations; spoliation of evidence; fraud on individuals and government entities; specific and general causation; and medical outcomes. Has also defended and prosecuted contractual claims related to product performance.

Product Experience • Asbestos • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Automobiles • Electrical Wire and Cable Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Boats and Ships (Commercial and • Lifting Equipment Medications Pleasure) • Medical Devices and Supplies • Respiratory Protective Equipment • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Motorcycles and Recreational and Safety Devices • Consumer Products, Appliances, Vehicles • Trucks and Commercial Equipment and Goods Transportation

Education • 1984, J.D., Seton Hall University • 1982, Exeter University, England • 1978, B.A., Colgate University

® 36 Larson • King, LLP MINNESOTA

Biography and Experience Tony’s products practice involves the defense of product design and manufacturing claims in regionally and nationally. For nearly a decade, Tony has acted as both national counsel and trial counsel for manufacturers and has appeared in federal and state courts throughout the country. Tony is also active with several defense bar organizations, including DRI’s products liability committee, where he serves on the steering committee, and with the Minnesota Defense Lawyer’s products committee, where he serves as vice chair. Prior to practicing law, Tony worked as a corporate auditor with a major public accounting firm where he served several widely held, publicly traded clients. Tony puts his accounting background to use in handling financial disputes and other complex commercial matters. Tony graduated cum laude from the University of Minnesota Law School. Anthony J. Novak Larson • King, LLP 2800 Wells Fargo Place 30 East Seventh Street Representative Trials St. Paul, MN 55101 • Vang v. Cooper Tire: Design Defect case; Quadriplegic. Defense Verdict (651) 312-6571 Office • Jacobson v. Affinia: Design Defect; evidentiary hearing; Defense Verdict (651) 312-6618 Fax (651) 253-6452 Cell [email protected] www.larsonking.com Representative Seminars • “New Developments in Minnesota Comparative Fault Law,” Panel Speaker, MDLA Products Liability Committee, July 2013 • “Clearing the Weeds: Artful Expert Witness Depositions,” Webcast Presenter, DRI Trial Tactics Committee, May 2012 • “How to Defend a Product with a “History”, presenter, DRI Product Liability Conference: Product Liability in the 21st Century,” Las Vegas, April 2012 • “Evaluation of Economic Loss Claims,” presenter, MDLA Trial Techniques Seminar, Duluth, 2011 • “Taking Control of the Wheel: Navigating Litigation Your Way on a Road of Difficult Witnesses and Opposing Counsel,” MDLA Mid-Winter Conference, February 2009

Representative Articles • “The Collateral Source Rule: A Compendium of State Law,” Author (MN) and Regional Editor, 2012 • “Navigating Seller’s Exception Statutes,” For the Defense, February 2009 • “Class Action Shake Out: CAFA and the Defense of Products Liability Actions,” For the Defense, December 2005

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Hand Tools • Asbestos Equipment and Goods • Industrial Machinery • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Food Products • Recreational Equipment Equipment

Education • 2005, J.D., University of Minnesota Law School, cum laude • 2001, B.A., Accounting, University of St. Thomas, magna cum laude

® 37 Carr Allison MISSISSIPPI

Biography and Experience Doug Bagwell is a shareholder with Carr Allison in the Gulfport, Mississippi, office. Mr. Bagwell’s practice is focused primarily at a trial level in the defense of civil litigation for insurers, insureds, and self-insured corporations in a variety of litigation including, but not limited to, issues involving bad faith, fraud/misrepresentation, coverage, premises liability, products liability, professional liability, construction, automotive and trucking litigation accidents. Mr. Bagwell also does a significant amount of state workers’ compensation and longshore and harbor workers’ litigation for both insurance carriers and self-insured companies. Mr. Bagwell is panel counsel in Mississippi for a number of major insurance companies and does statewide defense work for a major trucking company in the State of Mississippi. Mr. Bagwell has an AV rating with Martindale-Hubbell. He is the primary contact for the Gulfport, Mississippi, office of Carr Allison. He is admitted to practice in all state courts in Mississippi; United States District Courts for Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi; and United States Court of Appeals for the Douglas Bagwell Fifth Circuit. Carr Allison 14231 Seaway Road Building 2000, Suite 2001 Gulfport, MS 39503 (228) 864-1060 Office (228) 864-9160 Fax Representative Trials (228) 326-1049 Cell • None – all cases resolved by way of Summary Judgment or settlement. (228) 896-8369 Home [email protected] www.carrallison.com

Product Experience • Automobiles • Flooring Systems • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Food Products Drugs and Over-the-Counter Equipment and Goods • Lifting Equipment Medications

Education • 1986, J.D., University of Mississippi School of Law • 1977, B.A., History and Anthropology, University of Southern Mississippi, highest honors • 1972-1974, Millsaps College

® 38 Copeland, Cook, Taylor & Bush, P.A. MISSISSIPPI

Biography and Experience Mr. Baxter has been practicing law for 24 years and has had the opportunity to handle a wide variety of products liability cases. He has defended cases for both manufacturers and sellers of products and is retained in many cases to represent companies in products cases through liability insurers. Mr. Baxter has tried products liability jury trials in both state and federal courts in the State of Mississippi.

Michael W. Baxter Representative Trials Copeland, Cook, Taylor & • Mr. Baxter’s trial experience has included trying cases for a large tire manufacturer, automobile cases and food products. Bush, P.A. Mr. Baxter’s most recent products liability successes include dismissals on summary judgment that were affirmed on ap- 1076 Highland Colony peal in reported decisions. See, Smith v. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., 495 F. 3d 224 (5th Cir. 2007); Watson Quality Ford v. Parkway Casanova, 999 So. 2d 830 (Miss. 2008) 600 Concourse Building Suite 100 Ridgeland, MS 39157 (601) 856-7200 Office (601) 427-4997 Fax Representative Seminars (601) 842-8975 Cell • “USLAW Product Liability 8 Minute Drill,” USLAW Network Client Conference, Washington, DC, October 2012 [email protected] www.cctb.com

Product Experience • Automobiles • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Building and Construction Equipment and Goods • Food Products Equipment • Cosmetics • Tires • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics

Education • 1988, J.D., University of Mississippi School of Law • 1985, B.S., Delta State University

® 39 Lashly & Baer, P.C. MISSOURI

Biography and Experience Stephen L. Beimdiek has over 29 years of trial experience. He engages in all aspects of civil litigation and has over 50 cases successfully tried to verdict before state and federal courts in a number of different jurisdictions. Mr. Beimdiek's trial background includes claims involving product liability, business/commercial, contract, personal injury, construction, medical malpractice, industrial accident, premises liability and consumer warranty. Specifically, with respect to product liability matters, Mr. Beimdiek has handled claims involving automobile components, lighting fixtures, building products, resin spray guns, cranes, water tower tanks, grain bins, printing presses, windows and traffic control devices. He earned his J.D. from Saint Louis University School of Law.

Stephen L. Beimdiek Lashly & Baer, P.C. 714 Locust Street St. Louis, MO 63101 Representative Trials (314) 436-8303 Phone • Santangelo v. General Motors Corp., 769 S.W.2d 202 (Mo. App. 1989) (314) 621-6844 Fax • Estate of Bischof, 770 S.W.2d 474 (Mo. App. 1989) (314) 753-8086 Cell • Johnson Group, Inc. v. Beecham, Inc., 952 F.2d 1005 (8th Cir. 1991) (314) 367-7378 Home • Nichols v. The Prudential Ins. Co., 851 S.W.2d 657 (Mo. App. 1993) [email protected] • Rauscher v. General Motors Corp., 905 S.W.2d 158 (Mo. App. E.D. 1995) • Barnes v. The Prudential Ins. Co., 76 F.3d 889 (8th Cir. 1996) www.lashlybaer.com • Schwartz v. Custom Printing Co., 926 S.W.2d 490 (Mo. App. E.D. 1996) • In re Estate of Hayes, 941 S.W.2d 630 (Mo. App. E.D. 1997) • Dean v. St. Anthony's Medical Center, 978 S.W.2d 423 (Mo. App. E.D. 1998) • Ming v. General Motors Corporation, 81 F.Supp. 2d 956 (E.D. Mo. 1999) • Ming v. General Motors Corporation, 195 F.3d 342 (8th Cir. 1999)

Product Experience • Automobiles • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Industrial Machinery • Building and Construction Equipment and Goods • Lifting Equipment Equipment • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Medical Devices and Supplies • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Electrical Wire and Cable • Roofing Systems • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Tanks and Containers Equipment Devices • Windows

Education • 1985, J.D., Saint Louis University • 1981, B.A., Political Science, Tulane University

® 40 Davis, Hatley, Haffeman & Tighe, P.C. MONTANA

Biography and Experience Max Davis has 30-plus years of experience handling a wide variety of products claims involving pharmaceutical, medical device, consumer, commercial and agricultural implement products. Representative clients include Johnson & Johnson, Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, MacDon Industries and Sunbeam. Thirty percent of his practice is devoted to products cases.

Product Experience Maxon R. Davis • Agricultural Equipment • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription Davis, Hatley, Haffeman • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) • Herbicides and Pesticides Drugs and Over-the-Counter & Tighe, P.C. • Automobiles • Industrial Machinery Medications P.O. Box 2103 • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Medical Devices and Supplies • Recreational Equipment Great Falls, MT 59403-2103 Equipment and Goods • Tires (406) 761-5243 Office (406) 761-4126 Fax (406) 788-3450 Cell [email protected] www.dhhtlaw.com Education • 1976, J.D., University of Montana School of Law, with high honors • 1972, A.B., University of California – Berkeley

® 41 Baird Holm LLP NEBRASKA

Biography and Experience Jill Ackerman has general litigation experience including advising and defending clients with regard to forklifts, acetone nail polish remover, penta-wood treatment, children’s toy, windows, and sliding doors. She also has significant experience using Daubert to strike or limit expert testimony.

Representative Trials Jill Robb Ackerman • Zastera v. Raymond Corporation, US Dist. Ct. NE – Defense Jury Verdict – (Forklift was misused) Baird Holm LLP • Farber v. Lok Logs Inc., Nebraska State Court – Summary Judgment – Statute of Repose (Penta) 1500 Woodmen Tower • Confidential settlement of two children burned from misuse of acetone nail polish remover. 1700 Farnam Street Omaha, NE 68102 (402) 636-8263 Office (402) 344-0588 Fax (402) 676-6233 Cell jrackerman@baird Representative Articles holm.com • “Product Safety Crackdown – Sweeping CPSA Changes Impact Marketing, Shipping, Quality,” USLAW Magazine, www.bairdholm.com Spring/Summer 2009

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Cosmetics • Toys and Children’s Products • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Lifting Equipment • Windows

Education • 1984, J.D., Creighton University School of Law, summa cum laude • 1976, B.S., Northern Arizona University, magna cum laude

® 42 Baird Holm LLP NEBRASKA

Biography and Experience Ms. Tricker has been involved with product liability litigation since 2004. In that time, she has represented clients which manufacture a range of products, including medical devices, plumbing fixtures, doors, windows, and over-the-road tractors. Ms. Tricker devotes approximately 50% of her time to the defense of product liability claims.

Representative Trials Jennifer D. Tricker • Ms. Tricker recently successfully argued to have her medical device client dismissed very early on in a products liability Baird Holm LLP lawsuit after it was determined that there was no possible way plaintiff could prove that the client manufactured the spe- 1500 Woodmen Tower cific medical device at issue in the litigation. 1700 Farnam Street Omaha, NE 68102 (402) 636-8348 Office (402) 344-0588 Fax (402) 660-6313 Cell [email protected] Product Experience www.bairdholm.com • Automobiles • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Trucks and Commercial • Construction Products, Vehicles and Equipment and Goods Transportation Equipment • Medical Devices and Supplies • Windows

Education • 2004, J.D., University of Nebraska College of Law, with distinction, Order of the Coif • 1998, B.A., Gustavus Adolphus College

® 43 Thorndal Armstrong Delk Balkenbush & Eisinger NEVADA

Biography and Experience Stephen Balkenbush has been defending product liability law suits for over 25 years. The majority of these cases have involved industrial equipment, mining equipment and consumer products.

Representative Trials Stephen C. • Lake Crest Homes, Inc., et al. v. Precision Brass Services, et al. – This case involved the suitability of a faucet which allegedly flooded an expensive home while the homeowners were out of town. This matter was settled during trial for a small con- Balkenbush tribution by my client. Thorndal Armstrong Delk • DMC Mining Services v. Noel, et al. – This case involved the death of two miners and alleged faulty design and failures of an Balkenbush & Eisinger aggregate delivery system in an underground mine in Nevada. We obtained dismissal of our client by establishing that the 6590 S. McCarran Blvd. system designed by our clients was not properly installed by the mining company. • James Vivian, et al. v. Master Protection Corporation, et al. – This matter involved the death of a haul truck driver at an open Suite B pit gold mine in northern Nevada. We were able to establish that there was nothing wrong with the fire protection system Reno, NV 89509 designed and installed by our client and obtain dismissal of our client. (775) 786-2882 Office (775) 786-8004 Fax (775) 741-7693 Cell [email protected] www.thorndal.com Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Automobiles Devices Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Boats and Ships (Commercial and • Flooring Systems Medications Pleasure) • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Power Tools • Consumer Products, Appliances, Equipment • Roofing Systems Equipment and Goods • Swimming Pools • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Trucks and Commercial Transportation

Education • 1978, J.D., California Western School of Law, Cum Laude • 1975, B.S., University of Colorado

® 44 Thorndal Armstrong Delk Balkenbush & Eisinger NEVADA

Biography and Experience Mr. Lund is the primary senior associate handling product liability matters for Thorndal Armstrong. Since 2008, 40 percent of Mr. Lund’s practice has been devoted to defending manufacturers, suppliers, and their insurers in product liability litigation. Mr. Lund’s representation of clients in product liability matters has yielded successful resolution prior to trial through summary judgment, indemnity, favorable settlement, or arbitration awards in favor of the defense.

Kenneth R. Lund Product Experience Thorndal Armstrong Delk • Asbestos • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Recreational Equipment Balkenbush & Eisinger • Automobiles Equipment and Goods • Tanks and Containers 1100 East Bridger Avenue • Building and Construction • Food Products • Tires Las Vegas, NV 89101 Equipment • Furniture • Trucks and Commercial (702) 366-0622 Office • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Lifting Equipment Transportation (702) 366-0327 Fax Equipment • Motorcycles and Recreational • Windows (702) 539-7008 Cell Vehicles [email protected] www.thorndal.com

Education • 2006, J.D., University of Utah, S.J. Quinney College of Law, Salt Lake City, Utah • 2002, B.S., Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah

® 45 Thorndal Armstrong Delk Balkenbush & Eisinger NEVADA

Biography and Experience For over 20 years, Brian K. Terry has engaged in the practice of product liability. The firm has been so engaged for almost 40 years. Areas of focus include medical devices, plumbing fixture materials and related products, hose connections of all types including gas, natural gas, propane, etc., scooters used by the elderly and disabled, automotive repair equipment, home furniture, cranes used in heavy construction, elevators and related component parts, home appliances, cosmetics, mining equipment and others. Of his current practice, 20% to 25% is in the product arena. A partner at Thorndal Armstrong Delk Balkenbush & Eisinger deals with aircraft failures.

Brian K. Terry Thorndal Armstrong Delk Balkenbush & Eisinger Representative Trials 1100 East Bridger Avenue • The most recent case involves a cableway system used for the construction of a bridge. Mr. Terry represented the cableway Las Vegas, NV 89101 manufacturer. It was alleged the system was defective by poor design and was unable to handle the lifting capacities as re- (702) 366-0622 Office quired by contrast. The system failed in high winds, resulting in significant delays to the bridge construction, under fed- (702) 366-0327 Fax eral contract. Claims were in excess of 70 million dollars. Matter was tried for over two months, with a determination that (702) 460-3845 Cell the manufacturer prevailed on its contract claims, while the general contractor did not prevail. [email protected] • The next case involved a scooter used by the disabled. Allegations were made that the product was deficient in warnings www.thorndal.com and design. When being used, the scooter allegedly did not stop while approaching an elevator, resulting in plaintiff push- ing through the elevator doors and falling into the elevator shaft. No trial, as the matter was defended on motion, with the case dismissed. • In the next case Brian represented a product manufacturer of premium hose connectors. The allegations were the product failed, starting a fire which consumed and burned down a restaurant. The matter was litigated up to the point of expert disclosures, where upon plaintiff was finally convinced the theory of liability was in error, and the matter was dismissed pursuant to stipulation.

Representative Seminars • I have spoken on several occasions regarding product liability trends in Nevada to claim adjusters and their respective clients.

Product Experience Aircraft (Private and Commercial) Construction Products, Vehicles and Industrial Machinery Asbestos Equipment Lifting Equipment Automobiles Consumer Products, Appliances, Medical Devices and Supplies Beverage Containers Equipment and Goods Mining Equipment Building and Construction Equipment Cosmetics Tires Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics Furniture

Education • 1987, J.D., Northwestern School of Law, Lewis and Clark College • 1980, B.A., Brigham Young University

® 46 Gallagher, Callahan & Gartrell NEW HAMPSHIRE

Biography and Experience Matt Cairns has 26 years experience representing individuals, insurers, manufacturers, transportation and other companies in diverse products, commercial, complex and traditional litigation in state and federal courts and state agencies. Matt also serves as general counsel to several closely held businesses and is experienced in general corporate and municipal representation and risk management training. Matt is an active member, award recipient, and former president of DRI – The Voice of the Defense Bar. He has been named a “Super Lawyer” for products liability defense for the past 6 years and is included in Best Lawyers in America® for Construction Litigation, Labor & Employment Litigation, Municipal Litigation and Personal Injury Litigation. He is the only NH lawyer listed in International Who’s Who of Business Lawyers 2012 under Product Liability Defense. His other affiliations include the Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel, International Association of Defense Counsel, and National Foundation for R. Matthew Cairns Judicial Excellence. Gallagher, Callahan & Gartrell 214 North Main Street Box 1415 Concord, NH 03302-1415 Representative Trials (603) 545-3622 Office (603) 224-7588 Fax • Jenks v. Textron Inc., U.S. District Court, New Hampshire, July 2012. Inadequate warnings case. (603) 496-0864 Cell • Other matters resolved before or during trial [email protected] www.gcglaw.com

Representative Seminars • Trial Academy, International Association of Defense Counsel, Stanford University, July 2013 • Litigation Management College, Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel, Emory University, June 2013 • “Developing Principles for Choosing, Evaluating, and Retaining State Court Judges,” Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System (IAALS) Quality Judges Initiative, February 2012 • “Strategies for dealing with Medicare Secondary Payer (MSP) issues in litigation,” Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel’s Annual Defense Lawyers’ Seminar, December 2011 • “Choosing and Preparing the In-House Engineer to Testify,” USLAW Network Client Conference, April 2011 • “Electronic Discovery,” Federal Practice Institute, December 2002

Representative Articles • “Banks and Credit Unions Should Take ATM Patent Infringement Claims Seriously: A Primer on Automated Transactions LLC’s Claim of Patent Infringement by ATMs,” www.gcglaw.com, June 2012 • “A Primer on Using Temporary or Seasonal Workers in Your Business,” USLAW Network Client Conference, April 2010 • “Products Liability Defenses: A State by State Compendium: New Hampshire,” The DRI Defense Library Series, 2004, re- vised 2007 • “Laying the Groundwork for a Daubert Challenge to a Design and Warnings Expert,” IADC Products Liability Newsletter, December 2005

Product Experience • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Automobiles Devices Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Building and Construction • Food Products Medications Equipment • Furniture • Recreational Equipment • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Hand Tools • Respiratory Protective Equipment Equipment and Goods • Medical Devices and Supplies and Safety Devices • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Scaffolding • Firearms • Tobacco Products

Education • 1986, J.D., Case Western Reserve University School of Law, Cleveland, OH, cum laude • 1983, B.A., History and International Relations, Brown University, Providence, RI

® 47 Modrall Sperling NEW MEXICO

Biography and Experience Jennifer has litigated product liability cases since 1999, and has been involved in litigation involving many different kinds of products, including: over the counter and prescription drugs, medical devices, surgical instruments, construction materials, and vehicles/vehicle components. Jennifer has represented manufacturers, retailers, and healthcare providers in these matters.

Representative Trials Jennifer G. Anderson Modrall Sperling • Although Jennifer has been involved in numerous evidentiary hearings in these matters, none of them have ever progressed to trial. 500 4th Street NW Suite 1000 Albuquerque, NM 87102 (505) 848-1809 Office (505)848-9710 Fax (505) 264-8718 Cell Product Experience (505) 292-6557 Home • Asbestos • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription Jennifer.Anderson@ • Automobiles Equipment and Goods Drugs and Over-the-Counter modrall.com • Building and Construction • Medical Devices and Supplies Medications www.modrall.com Equipment • Motorcycles and Recreational • Tires • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics Vehicles • Tobacco Products

Education • 1997, J.D., University of Michigan Law School, cum laude • 1992, B.S., Political Science, Santa Clara University, magna cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa, Pi Sigma Alpha

® 48 Modrall Sperling NEW MEXICO

Biography and Experience Timothy Holm has more than twenty-five years of experience in civil litigation. His practice is focused on class action and mass torts, product liability litigation (including medical devices, pharmaceutical products, dietary supplements, heating and ven- tilation products, and other products). He is experienced in trials, evidentiary hearings and administrative proceedings. In addition, he is skilled in pre-trial practice and in obtaining 12 (b)(6) dismissals and summary judgments. Tim has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America®since 2009 in the areas of products liability litigation, mass tort litigation, and railroad law. In 2013, Best Lawyers in America®named him Lawyer of the Year, Albuquerque, in Mass Tort Litigation/Class Action-Defendants. Benchmark Litigation has named him a Local Litigation Star in 2013 and Tim is Martindale- Hubbell AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rated. Tim received recognition from Southwest Super Lawyers in 2013. He is active in Defense Research Institute (DRI), International Association of Defense Counsel (IADC) New Mexico Defense Lawyers Timothy C. Holm Association, USLAW Network and is a member of the Local Civil Rules Committee of the U.S. District Court for the District of Modrall Sperling New Mexico. 500 4th Street NW Suite 1000 Albuquerque, NM 87102 (505) 848-1817 Office (505)848-9710 Fax Representative Trials (505) 264-8734 Cell • Dismissal with prejudice of products liability action against manufacturer of space heaters alleging carbon monoxide Timothy.Holm@ poisoning. modrall.com • Summary judgment in favor of pharmaceutical company in wrongful death case, upheld on appeal, confirming that the www.modrall.com discovery rule does not apply to wrongful death actions under New Mexico wrongful death statute. • 12 (b) (6) dismissal of certain claims against national pharmaceutical company brought by Attorney General.

Representative Articles • Legal Malpractice State of New Mexico, 50 State Survey of Legal Malpractice Law published by American Bar Association, New Mexico chapter co-authored with Charles Armgardt and Kenneth L. Harrigan, 2012 • New Mexico Section, Legal Malpractice Law, 2012 edition • New Mexico Section, ABA Practitioner’s Guide to Class Actions, 2010 • “Employer Liability for Employee Actions: Derivative Negligence Claims in New Mexico,” USLAW Transportation Law Compendium, March 2009 • “New Mexico Court of Appeals Rejects Discovery Rule in Wrongful Death Act Claims,” Website article, 2004

Product Experience • Alcohol and Distilled Spirits • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Automobiles • Consumer Products, Appliances, Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Breast Implants Equipment and Goods Medications • Building and Construction • Medical Devices and Supplies Equipment

Education • 1987, J.D., University of North Carolina School of Law, Order of the Coif • 1984, B.A., History and Political Science, University of North Carolina, Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Eta Sigma

® 49 Modrall Sperling NEW MEXICO

Biography and Experience Alex has substantial experience handling products liability cases, and regularly defends manufacturers and retailers in litigation over medical device failures, prescription drug injuries and other products-related litigation, as well as various other types of personal injury and wrongful death claims. Alex has an AV rating from Martindale, was selected as a Future Litigation Star in New Mexico by Benchmark Litigation in their 2012 and 2013 editions, and was named a Southwest Rising Star 2012 by Southwest Super Lawyers®. He is an active member of the New Mexico Defense Lawyers Association and has served on their Editorial Board since 2004. He is also a member of the Defense Research Institute.

Alex C. Walker Modrall Sperling 500 4th Street NW Representative Trials Suite 1000 Albuquerque, NM 87102 • Judgment on behalf of major drug manufacturer in a wrongful death action brought by relatives of user who committed (505) 848-1861 Office suicide, allegedly as a result of her use of the manufacturer’s prescription medication. Case involved Buckman and Conte (505)848-9710 Fax issues, as the decedent used – at different times – both branded and generic versions of the medication. • Judgment for retail pharmacy in personal injury lawsuit regarding significant liver disease, culminating in transplant, al- [email protected] legedly resulting from use of ephedra containing weight-loss supplement. Judgment for client was premised on the plain- www.modrall.com tiffs’ inability to establish general/specific causation. • Judgment in workplace toxic tort, chemical exposure case, where plaintiff alleged that he developed rhinitis as a result of exposure to ammonium hydroxide fumes. Judgment for client obtained when plaintiff’s medical causation opinions were excluded, leaving plaintiff unable to establish causation.

Representative Articles • Alex is a contributing editor for the Wolters Kluwer Product Liability Desk Reference: A Fifty-State Compendium, (removing for the 2012 and the forthcoming 2013 edition) and has been responsible for drafting/editing the New Mexico chapter of that publication.

Product Experience • Asbestos • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics Equipment and Goods Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Medical Devices and Supplies Medications • Tires

Education • 2002, J.D., University of Texas • 1997, B.A., Trinity University

® 50 Ahmuty, Demers & McManus NEW YORK

Biography and Experience Mr. Ambrosino has practiced for over 20 years in the insurance defense field handling matters involving all types of claims for damages and/or injuries. Throughout the years he has handled many different types of products liability cases including claims for defective glass bottles, folding chairs, foldout furniture, cosmetics, and building pipes, couplings and sprinkler systems. These products liability cases were within the context of personal injury and property damage claims. Mr. Ambrosino represented manufacturers and distributers/sellers of these products. These cases were defended to favorable resolution for the client and insurers. Mr. Ambrosino handles litigation matters for a number prestigious commercial property owners and managers in the metropolitan New York area.

Vincent S. Ambrosino Ahmuty, Demers & McManus 199 Water Street Representative Trials 27th Floor • Mr. Ambrosino represented a manufacturer of a Victaulic Coupling and distributer of a steel water pipe which failed in a New York, NY 10038 multimillion dollar property damage and personal injury action. A water standpipe ruptured in a NYC residential condo- (212) 513-7788 Office minium building flooding an entire basement and causing a malfunction of an elevator with a passenger inside who sus- (212) 513-7843 Fax tained injuries and trauma as result. The products issues dealing with Mr. Ambrosino’s client involved an alleged defective (516) 662-8100 Cell coupling and pipe that ruptured. The case was settled with a minimal contribution on the part of Mr. Ambrosino’s client. vincent.ambrosino@ admlaw.com www.admlaw.com Product Experience • Building and Construction • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection Equipment Equipment and Goods Devices • Cosmetics • Furniture

Education • 1991, J.D., Pace University • 1988, B.S., Business, Finance & Management, Brooklyn College

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Biography and Experience In over 35 years of practice, Mr. Hindman has handled a wide variety of litigated matters, including numerous product liability cases. He has represented manufacturers of machinery, including wood chippers, and commercial heating and air conditioning equipment, swimming pool installers, pool liner manufacturers, bicycle manufacturers, middlemen in the chain of product distribution and sales and has defended tainted food products cases for manufactures, retail stores and restaurants. Mr. Hindman has handled cases to successful conclusion involving a snow mobile accident and a matter involving a power washer. Currently, Mr. Hindman represents a company in Japan that manufactured a fish skinning machine as well as handling the defense of an employer involving serious hand injuries on a punch press machine. Further, current matters involve a manufacturer of a juicer that exploded, a toaster oven with manufacturing defects that caused injury and a case involving a conveyor Robert J. Hindman system at a warehouse involving alleged defects in the way the system was installed resulting in personal injuries. Ahmuty, Demers & McManus 640 Johnson Avenue Suite 103 Bohemia, NY 11716 Representative Trials (631) 244-0219 Office (631) 244-0250 Fax • Mr. Hindman has handled various cases for York International involving commercial air conditioning equipment which robert.hindman@ have been settled for nominal amounts prior to trial. In addition, he has handled swimming pool cases dismissed on summary judgment motions on behalf of pool installers and liner manufacturers. admlaw.com www.admlaw.com

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Motorcycles and Recreational • Boats and Ships (Commercial and Devices Vehicles Pleasure) • Food Products • Power Tools • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Hand Tools • Swimming Pools Equipment and Goods • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Tanks and Containers Equipment

Education • 1974, J.D., New York Law School • 1969, B.A., City College of New York

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Biography and Experience Kenneth Alweis has been defending product liability actions for more than 20 years. During that time he has represented manufacturers of a variety of products, including industrial and consumer goods, in both commercial and personal injury actions. Ken has defended a significant number of actions involving fires that allegedly resulted from defective products. He devotes approximately 35 percent of his practice to product liability. Ken holds the Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating of AV Preeminent and has been recognized by Super Lawyers, Corporate Counsel Edition and Upstate New York Super Lawyers.

Kenneth M. Alweis Representative Trials Goldberg Segalla LLP • Succesfully defended manufacturer of roofing insulation where the claim was that “off-gassing” from the insulation led to 5786 Widewaters Parkway widespread roof leaks on a large municipal housing project. Syracuse, NY 13214 • Successfully defended manufacturer of large notebook making machine in a personal injury action where the plaintiff was (315) 413-5400 Office seriously injured where a large roll of paper fell off the machine and struck the plaintiff. The claim was that the device de- (315) 413-5401 Fax signed to hold the paper lacked sufficient guarding and warnings and was otherwise defective. (315) 491-5798 Cell kalweis@goldberg segalla.com www.goldbergsegalla.com Representative Seminars • Speaker, “Product Liability: An Overview,” Central New York CPCU Society, 2008 • Presenter, “Product Libility Post-Kumho Tire,” New York State Bar Association, 1999

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Ladders • Building and Construction Equipment and Goods • Lifting Equipment Equipment • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Power Tools • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Hand Tools • Roofing Systems • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Industrial Machinery • Scaffolding Equipment

Education • 1985, J.D., University of Buffalo Law School • 1982, B.A., Economics, Binghamton University

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Biography and Experience John Freedenberg, a partner in the firm, has concentrated his practice in products liability, catastrophic personal injury and intellectual property litigation for over 25 years. Jack serves as national coordinating counsel for two major manufacturers, and has handled the defense of numerous products liability actions around the United States. These have included catastrophic personal injury cases and major fire damage cases, and have involved appliances, household products, controls, power generat- ing and other heavy equipment, high-end products, lift trucks, electrical systems and aircraft engines. Jack has had the unique opportunity to depose plaintiffs’ experts in a wide range of specialties, and has developed proven techniques for disqualifying “junk science” purveyors under applicable rules of evidence. He utilizes cutting-edge technology and unique strategies in order to, for example, enter into high/low agreements, and achieve the best possible outcome for clients. As a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI – the largest fire investigator certification program in the world), Jack provides clients with a strong John P. Freedenberg competitive advantage in litigation involving damage and injury from fires. He has handled over 150 trials, 100 of them to ver- Goldberg Segalla LLP dict, and has had many summary judgments granted making trial unnecessary. 665 Main Street, Suite 400 John holds the Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating of AV Preeminent and has been recognized by the Best Lawyers in Buffalo, NY 14203 America, Super Lawyers, Corporate Counsel Edition, Upstate New York Super Lawyers and Business First’s Who’s Who in Law. (716) 566-5400 Office (716) 566-5401 Fax Representative Trials (716) 510-1487 Cell jfreedenberg@goldberg • Gained the dismissal with prejudice of a putative class action lawsuit brought against a product manufacturer. Plaintiff segalla.com brought vague allegations, without providing specific details, that portable electric products manufactured by our client following two previously conducted voluntary recalls still contained the alleged design defect that led to the recalls. She www.goldbergsegalla.com brought nonspecific claims under state consumer-fraud statutes as well as for breach of express warranty, breach of the implied warranty of merchantability, and unjust enrichment. • Successfully defended a manufacturer against a $5.3 million product liability claim in which the plaintiff, the owner of a bar that was destroyed by fire during a floor refinishing project, alleged that an intermittent spark from a brand-new product manufactured by our client caused the fire. • Plaintiff was lying in a pop-up tent camper in a hurricane-force storm when she was seriously injured. Trial before jury on failure to warn claim. The jury returned a verdict in favor of the defendants on December 13, 2006. • Mr. Freedenberg represented a manufacturer in a product liability, high-risk injury trial and obtained a defense verdict. The plaintiff was horribly burned from the waist up in an electrical accident.

Representative Seminars • Presenter, “Flash! Tackling Questionable Origin and Cause Determinations in Flammable Vapor Fires,” DRI Fire Science and Litigation Seminar, January 2013 • “Daubert v. Merrell Dow: A Decade of Developments in the Admissibility of Expert Testimony,” Defense Research Institute, 2004 • “The Rhode Island Nightclub Fire: Mass Tort and Federal Jurisdiction Implications,” Defense Research Institute, 2004 • “Defending the Catastrophic Burn Injury Case,” DRI, Fall 2002 (Presentation)

Representative Articles • Co-Editor in Chief, Products Liability in New York (Strategy and Practice), Second Edition, New York State Bar Association, 2012 • “Optional Features for the Safely-Designed Product – Defeating Claims Against the Manufacturer and Dealer,” DRI, Spring 2010 (Article and Presentation) • “Frye ‘Em: Jury Psychology Can Undermine Plaintiff’s Expert Witnesses,” For the Defense, Defense Research Institute, December 2007 • “Using Combustion Toxicology in the Defense of Fire Cases,” DRI, Fall 2006 (Article and Presentation)

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Power Tools • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) Devices • Recreational Equipment • Automobiles • Flooring Systems • Respiratory Protective Equipment • Boats and Ships (Commercial and • Food Products and Safety Devices Pleasure) • Furniture • Roofing Systems • Building and Construction • Hand Tools • Scaffolding Equipment • Herbicides and Pesticides • Swimming Pools • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Industrial Machinery • Tanks and Containers • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Ladders • Tires Equipment • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Toys and Children’s Products • Consumer Products, Appliances, Equipment • Tobacco Products Equipment and Goods • Lifting Equipment • Trucks and Commercial • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Locomotives and Locomotive Transportation • Electrical Wire and Cable Equipment • Windows • Firearms • Motorcycles and Recreational Vehicles

Education ® • 1984, J.D., State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law • 1981, B.S., State University of New York at Buffalo, magna cum laude 54 Goldberg Segalla LLP NEW YORK

Biography and Experience Neil Goldberg has defended complex catastrophic cases across the United States for a number of New York Stock Exchange companies and has been practicing for over 30 years. He is past president of the Defense Research Institute (DRI) and past president and board chairman of the Lawyers for Civil Justice. He is the past chair of DRI’s Products Liability Committee as well as the past chair of the New York State Bar Association’s Products Liability Committee. Mr. Goldberg is a member of the Executive Committee of the USLAW Network and is on the Advisory Board of the Bureau of National Affairs’ (BNA) Product Safety & Liability Reporter. He is the editor-in-chief and a contributing author to Products Liability in New York, Strategy and Practice, second edition (2012). Neil holds the Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating of AV Preeminent and has been recognized by the Best Lawyers in America, The International Who’s Who of Product Liability Defence Lawyers, The International Who’s Who of Insurance & Neil A. Goldberg Reinsurance Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Corporate Counsel Edition, Upstate New York Super Lawyers. He has been named one of Goldberg Segalla LLP the Top 50 New York Super Lawyers, Business First’s Legal Elite of Western New York; he has received the Defense Research 665 Main Street, Suite 400 Institute: Distinguished Service Award, New York State Bar Association: Committee Chair of the Year Award; Distinguished Buffalo, NY 14203 Service Award and is noted in Who’s Who in America, Who’s Who in American Law, Who’s Who Legal. (716) 566-5400 Office (716) 566-5401 Fax Representative Trials (716) 510-1486 Cell • Ongoing defense of a passenger airline in class action litigation involving catastrophic personal injury and death ngoldberg@goldberg • Coordinating the representation of a New York Stock Exchange manufacturer in the major zinc toxicity dental adhesive segalla.com cream multi district litigation www.goldbergsegalla.com • Has regularly defended manufacturers at hearings before the CPSC over the past 20 years. • Defended our client in a product liability case involving severe crush injuries that incurred when a dumpster fell off a transport truck and fell on the plaintiff. Medical expenses were in excess of $220,000. The case was defended based on plaintiff’s culpable conduct and the absence of the design defect alleged by plaintiff. A full reconstruction was performed for the jury using video and Elmo technology. • Trial of one of the longest televised trials in New York jurisprudence to a successful defense verdict. • Plaintiff was lying in a pop-up tent camper in a hurricane-force storm when she was seriously injured. Trial before jury on failure to warn claim. The jury returned a verdict in favor of the defendants on December 13, 2006. • Trial of a double death alleged smoke detector defect case to verdict where there were over 1,500 alleged prior claims. Damage limited to 25% of plaintiff’s prior demand. • Trial of alleged muffler defect case resulting in third degree burns to 80% of plaintiff’s body. Case resulted in favorable settlement during trial.

Representative Seminars • “The Use of Social Media to Defend the Catastrophic Case,” USLAW Regional Meeting, Dallas, TX, January 2011 • “Using the New Science of Jury Psychology to Win the Battle of the Experts in High Stakes Litigation,” 22nd Annual Medical Device Defense Seminar, Bend, Oregon, June 2009 • “Products Liability from Emerging Markets,” Canadian Defence Lawyers Annual Meeting, Toronto, ON, June 2008 • “Avoiding Quality Assurance Breakdowns and Conducting a Swift and Effective Product Recall in the Event They Occur,” American Conference Institute, Las Vegas, Nevada, February 2008

Representative Articles • Co-Editor in Chief, Products Liability in New York (Strategy and Practice), Second Edition, New York State Bar Association, 2012 • “Proactive, Long-Term Corporate Crisis Management: The Hunter, The Ostrich and The Spin Master,” USLAW Magazine, Spring/Summer 2011 • “Are you Prepared? The CPSIA’s Searchable Consumer Product Incident Database,” USLAW Magazine, Fall/Winter, 2009 • “Through Regulations and in Court: The 2008 CPSIA Starts to Take Shape,” For The Defense, Defense Research Institute, April 2009 • “Product Recalls Stir Public Sentiment,” USLAW Magazine, Spring/Summer, 2008

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Power Tools • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) Devices • Recreational Equipment • Automobiles • Flooring Systems • Respiratory Protective Equipment • Beverage Containers • Food Products and Safety Devices • Boats and Ships (Commercial and • Furniture • Roofing Systems Pleasure) • Hand Tools • Scaffolding • Building and Construction • Herbicides and Pesticides • Swimming Pools Equipment • Industrial Machinery • Tanks and Containers • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Ladders • Tires • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Toys and Children’s Products Equipment and Goods Equipment • Tobacco Products • Cosmetics • Lifting Equipment • Trucks and Commercial • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Locomotives and Locomotive Transportation • Electrical Wire and Cable Equipment • Windows • Firearms • Medical Devices and Supplies • Motorcycles and Recreational Vehicles Education ® • 1973, J.D., State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law, cum laude • 1969, B.A., State University of New York at Stony Brook, cum laude 55 Poyner Spruill LLP NORTH CAROLINA

Biography and Experience Randy has tried cases to verdict in ten North Carolina counties, as well as the Federal District Courts for the Middle and Eastern Districts of North Carolina. He has defended product liability claims for 20 years including cases involving medical devices, prescription medications, food, industrial equipment, lawnmowers and elevators. Randy currently devotes approximately 20% of his practice to product liability cases.

Randall R. Adams Product Experience Poyner Spruill LLP • Agricultural Equipment • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Medical Devices and Supplies 130 S. Franklin Street • Automobiles • Food Products • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription Rocky Mount, NC 27804 • Building and Construction • Herbicides and Pesticides Drugs and Over-the-Counter (252) 972-7094 Office Equipment • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power Medications (252) 972-7045 Fax • Consumer Products, Appliances, Equipment (252) 903-5276 Cell Equipment and Goods [email protected] www.poynerspruill.com

Education • 1984, J.D., Wayne State University • 1981, B.A., Miami University

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Biography and Experience Since 1996, Steven B. Epstein has focused his practice on the defense of product manufacturers and sellers, with an emphasis on automotive and aviation products, heavy machinery, and building products, including in mass accident, personal injury, wrongful death, breach of warranty, property damage, and fire and explosion cases. He is national coordinating counsel for a leading manufacturer of luxury motor coaches and inner-city transit buses and has represented clients in state and federal courts in product liability cases from New York to California. Recognized since 2006 as a North Carolina “Super Lawyer” in Litigation Defense, Mr. Epstein has served as Chair of the Product Liability Practice Group of the North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys and as Chair of the Litigation Section of the North Carolina Bar Association.

Steven B. Epstein Poyner Spruill LLP 301 Fayetteville Street Suite 1900 Representative Trials Raleigh, NC 27601 • Lincoln Gen. Ins. Co. v. Detroit Diesel Corp., 293 S.W.3d 487 (Tenn. 2009) (persuaded Tennessee Supreme Court that eco- (919) 783-2846 Office nomic loss rule precludes liability in tort even where damage to product occurs in sudden, calamitous manner, such as in (919) 783-1075 Fax a fire or explosion). (919) 605-5380 Cell • Progressive Insurance Company v. Sacramento County Coach Showcase, 2008 WL 5377993 (D. Nev. Dec. 23, 2008) (won dis- [email protected] missal for motor coach manufacturer on product liability claims arising from fire on ground that economic loss rule and application of warranty exclusions barred causes of action seeking relief for destruction of luxury motor home). www.poynerspruill.com • Bruno v. Thermo King Corp., Index No. 18348/05 (N.Y. Supreme Court, Queens, Jan. 30, 2008) (won summary judgment for bus manufacturer against mechanic, who claimed fingers were severed while working on allegedly defective air conditioning system, on ground that plaintiff’s expert affidavit was insufficient to state a prima facie product liability claim), aff’d, 2009 N.Y. App. Div. LEXIS 7291 (Oct. 13, 2009).

Representative Seminars • CLE Presenter: “Stark v. Ford Motor Co.: The Latest Development in North Carolina Product Liability Law,” North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys Annual Meeting, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, June 2010 • CLE Presenter: “Be Careful What You Ask For: The Wisdom of Contractual Arbitration Provisions,” Joint Meeting of the Corporate Counsel and Business Law Sections of the North Carolina Bar Association, Pinehurst, North Carolina, February 2008 • CLE Presenter: “Using Focus Groups Wisely and Effectively,” North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys Seminar on Product Liability, Raleigh, North Carolina, January 2007 • CLE Presenter: “Subpoenas 101: Rule 45 Has a Makeover,” North Carolina Bar Association Telephone and CyberCLE, Raleigh, North Carolina, September 2003

Representative Articles • “Defending Against the Fire Subrogation Claim: A Guide for Manufacturers of Large Motorized Vehicles and Heavy Machinery,” For the Defense (monthly magazine of the Defense Research Institute), June 2006

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) Equipment and Goods Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Automobiles • Industrial Machinery Medications • Building and Construction • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Roofing Systems Equipment Equipment • Trucks and Commercial • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Medical Devices and Supplies Transportation Equipment • Motorcycles and Recreational • Windows Vehicles

Education • 1990, J.D., University of North Carolina, with highest honors, Order of the Coif • 1987, B.A., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, with highest honors, Phi Beta Kappa

® 57 Ebeltoft . Sickler . Lawyers PLLC NORTH DAKOTA

Biography and Experience Paul F. Ebeltoft is a trial lawyer in North Dakota with more than 30 years of hands-on experience in all state and federal courts. A charter member of the North Dakota Defense Lawyers Association, Paul served as its president from 1994-1998. He has received multiple exceptional performance citations and honors from the Defense Research Institute and the North Dakota State Bar Association. He is state membership chair and state iCivics chair for the International Association of Defense Counsel. Paul’s first jury trial experience in 1977 was in a products liability case. Since then, a substantial portion of his practice has dealt with products and the defense of those who design, manufacture or use them. He represents the energy industry in defense of sophisticated downhole tools, product measurement devices and transport equipment; medical device manufacturers on account of alleged failure of their products during and after surgical procedures; agricultural product and agricultural processing equipment manufacturers whose products are the alleged cause of massive animal loss or serious personal injuries; Paul F. Ebeltoft and drug companies as local counsel during mass-tort litigation. Paul also represents companies in whose businesses or Ebeltoft . Sickler . processes various targeted products have been installed or used. Lawyers PLLC 46 West Second Street Dickinson, ND 58601 (701) 225-LAWS (5297) Office (701) 225-9650 Fax Representative Trials (701) 290-2685 Cell • North Dakota is neither a populated state nor a particular hotbed of products litigation. Paul’s trials to verdict in the last (701) 225-8877 Home 10 years have not involved products. However, Paul’s stature in contested litigation is well known and he is included in The [email protected] Best Lawyers in America® in the category of product liability litigation www.ndlaw.com

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Automobiles Equipment and Goods Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Breast Implants • Food Products Medications • Building and Construction • Industrial Machinery • Scaffolding Equipment • Medical Devices and Supplies • Swimming Pools • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Motorcycles and Recreational • Tires • Construction Products, Vehicles and Vehicles Equipment

Education • 2002, Certificate: General Mediation Skills, Hamline University Law and Graduate Schools, St. Paul, Minnesota • 1976, J.D., The National Law Center, George Washington University, Washington, D.C. • 1971, B.A., Political Science, Gonzaga University, Spokane, Washington

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Biography and Experience Susan Box practices in all state and federal courts in Ohio, focusing in the areas of product liability, commercial litigation and general litigation. She has received the AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory, has been selected for inclusion in the Best Lawyers in America for Mass Tort & Product Liability Litigation from 2009 through 2011, and has been selected as an Ohio Super Lawyer by Ohio Super Lawyers magazine in the years 2010 and 2011. Additionally, Ms. Box was named 2014 Product Liability Litigation – Defendants “Lawyer of the Year” for Akron by the Best Lawyers in America. Since her admission to practice in 1985, Ms. Box has devoted a substantial part of her practice to the representation of manufacturers and retailers in the industrial, commercial and consumer industries, with particular emphasis in matters involving heavy machinery, presses, shears, overhead cranes, monorail cranes, overhung cranes, gantry cranes and brake and punch presses. In addition, she has extensive experience in defending asbestos cases on a local, state-wide and national basis. Susan Squire Box Roetzel & Andress 222 South Main Street Akron, OH 44308 (330) 849-6625 Office (330) 376-4577 Fax Representative Trials (330) 620-5892 Cell • Received a defense verdict in a 48-year old living mesothelioma product liability matter involving allegations that a major [email protected] motor vehicle manufacturer defectively designed and/or failed to warn of the alleged dangers presented by the products. www.ralaw.com

Representative Seminars • "The Importance and Benefits of National Coordinating Counsel," Corporate Counsel Forum, Independence, OH, November 2010

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Industrial Machinery • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Lifting Equipment • Asbestos Equipment and Goods • Power Tools • Automobiles • Hand Tools

Education • 1985, J.D., The Ohio State University, Moritz College of Law • 1982, B.S., The Ohio State University, summa cum laude

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Biography and Experience Ronald Lee is a Partner and Practice Group Co-Manager, Products Liability & Toxic Tort at Roetzel & Andress. Mr. Lee has served as national counsel in latex glove litigation and mold litigation for over 33 years, and currently is wrapping up a national butter flavoring (diacetyl) litigation for a flavor manufacturer. The products that Mr. Lee represents include industrial products such as cranes; building products such as windows; consumer products including appliances and light bulbs and toxic exposure cases including mold, silica and benzene. The butter flavoring cases have resulted in additional food litigation matters, including a case involving a recent salmonella outbreak in the Chicago area. In the medical device area, Mr. Lee has served as the lead trial attorney in latex glove matters and is currently involved in pharmaceutical cases. Additionally, he handled coverage issues involving pedicle screw devices. Ron devotes 90% of his time to the defense of product liability cases. He is a Board Certified Litigation Civil Trial attorney, an Ohio Super Lawyer (2004-2014), and has been selected as one of the Best Lawyers in Ronald B. Lee America for Mass Tort and Product Liability Litigation since 2007. Roetzel & Andress 1375 East Ninth Street One Cleveland Center Ninth Floor Cleveland, OH 44114 Representative Trials (330) 849-6648 Office (330) 376-4577 Fax • Served as lead trial attorney for a latex glove manufacturer in a suit that was tried for several weeks in New Hampshire (330) 608-4030 Cell state court. The suit involved two medical personnel who were claiming debilitating injuries from the use of latex gloves. [email protected] The result was a defense verdict for all parties. • Represented a defendant in a two-week trial involving the injury to a young cheerleader, resulting in her becoming a para- www.ralaw.com plegic. The case involved product claims concerning the equipment that was being used as well as other claims involving the cheerleading program. A defense verdict in the Court of Claims of Ohio was obtained. • Represented a defendant in the Court of Common Pleas of Muskingum County, Ohio. A defense verdict was obtained after a two-week trial involving a trucking accident that rendered a woman a quadriplegic. The case involved allegations of a defective braking system in a tractor trailer unit. The product defect was found not to be a proximate cause of the accident.

Representative Seminars • “Mock Witness Examination of a Testifying Epidemiologist,” ACI Food-Borne Illness Litigation Conference, October 2010 • “Emerging Toxic Torts,” AIG Cleveland Regional Conference, June 2010 • “The Shakeup on the Flavoring Industry—Could this Happen to You?,”Safety and Risks in the Food Chain, May 2010 • “Flavoring Litigation: Current Status and the Latest Regulation and their Effect on Future Litigation,” GMA Food Claims and Litigation Conference, 2010

Representative Articles • “Legislative Efforts in Handling Industry-Wide Litigation,” Roetzel & Andress LPA, 2005 • “Mold – A Business Concern,” Ohio Chamber of Commerce, Ohio Chamber’s Environmental & Safety Directory, January 2004 • “Mold – The Role of Plumbing in Controlling Moisture and Fungal Growth,” Ohio PHC Contractor, Winter 2003, Spring 2003 • “Mold – A Small Business Concern,” Ohio State Bar Association – Fine Print, Issue 14, Winter 2003

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Asbestos • Electrical Wire and Cable Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Automobiles • Firearms Medications • Building and Construction • Food Products • Power Tools Equipment • Furniture • Recreational Equipment • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Industrial Machinery • Roofing Systems • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Medical Devices and Supplies • Swimming Pools Equipment • Motorcycles and Recreational • Trucks and Commercial • Consumer Products, Appliances, Vehicles Transportation Equipment and Goods • Windows

Education • 1978, J.D., The University of Akron, School of Law, Akron Law Review, Editor (1977-78) ® • 1974, B.S., The University of Akron, magna cum laude 60 Roetzel & Andress OHIO

Biography and Experience Ms. Pietrowski has served as national counsel in flavoring litigation for approximately 10 years. 95% of her time focuses on her litigation practice involving product liability/toxic tort and fire litigation with the remaining 5% spent on defending general negligence claims. She has defended many product liability matters on behalf of manufacturers, suppliers and retailers involving household and consumer appliances, machinery and flavorings. She also has handled many toxic tort cases involving exposure to chemicals, butter flavoring, diacetyl and mold, and experience with food outbreak cases.

Moira H. Pietrowski Roetzel & Andress Representative Trials 222 South Main Street • Served as second chair trial attorney in a two-week trial involving numerous claims, including equipment-related product Akron, OH 44308 claims. The case involved a catastrophic injury to a college cheerleader; a defense verdict in the Court of Claims of Ohio (330) 849-6761 Office was obtained. (330) 376-4577 Fax • Serves as national counsel for a major flavoring company (330) 697-0675 Cell [email protected] www.ralaw.com Representative Seminars • “Emerging Issues in Toxic Torts,” Roetzel Corporate Counsel Forum, Columbus and Independence, Ohio, 2012 • “Protecting the Company From the Foreign Supplier,” USLAW Network Conference, 2012 • “Fracking - The Hot New Area of Litigation and Regulation,” USLAW Network Conference, 2012 • “Flavoring Litigation: Current Status and Latest Regulations and Their Effect on Future Litigation,” Grocery Manufacturers Association Food Claims & Litigation Conference, Texas, 2010 • “Chinese Drywall: Insurance Coverage Considerations,” American Modern, July 2010

Product Experience • Building and Construction • Food Products • Power Tools Equipment • Herbicides and Pesticides • Recreational Equipment • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Industrial Machinery • Swimming Pools • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Windows Equipment and Goods Drugs and Over-the-Counter Medications

Education • 1997, J.D., The John Marshall Law School, cum laude, John Marshall Law Review, Staff Editor • 1994, B.A., Political Science, Northwestern University

® 61 Pierce Couch Hendrickson Baysinger & Green, L.L.P. OKLAHOMA

Biography and Experience Mr. Green practices in all state and federal courts in Oklahoma and has a focus on general liability defense litigation, insurance litigation and product liability litigation. Mr. Green is a past President of the Oklahoma Association of Defense Lawyers and has been recognized as an Oklahoma Super Lawyer in each year since 2005. Since joining the Pierce Couch Law Firm in 1977 Mr. Green has devoted a substantial part of his practice to the representation of manufacturers, from aircraft manufacturers to chemical manufacturers and industrial and oil field equipment. Mr. Green has tried a number of product liability cases to verdict, including automobile, aircraft and aircraft loading equipment, and asbestos related product claims.

Gerald P. Green Pierce Couch Hendrickson Baysinger & Green, L.L.P. 1109 N. Francis Representative Trials Oklahoma City, OK 73106 • Mr. Green’s most recent product liability defense verdict involved the defense of the manufacturer of a radial crane (405) 235-1611 Office (Rhodes v. PSI) in the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma. The product in question was a (405) 235-2904 Fax large industrial crane which was used to transport loads of timber into a large chipper mechanism for creation of wood (405) 208-1198 Cell pulp to be loaded onto barges for shipment on the Arkansas River Navigation System to New Orleans. The crane collapsed [email protected] and the owners, through the Bankruptcy Trustee, sought compensation for property damage and the economic loss for www.piercecouch.com the business in excess of $15,000,000.00. The case was successfully defended to a jury and no appeal was taken by the Bankruptcy Trustee. Allegations included both design and installation issues.

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Lifting Equipment • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) Equipment and Goods • Mining Equipment • Asbestos • Cosmetics • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Automobiles • Electrical Equipment and Devices Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Beverage Containers • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection Medications • Boats and Ships (Commercial and Devices • Power Tools Pleasure) • Flooring Systems • Roofing Systems • Building and Construction • Food Products • Swimming Pools Equipment • Furniture • Tanks and Containers • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Industrial Machinery • Tires • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Ladders • Trucks and Commercial Equipment • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power Transportation Equipment • Windows

Education • 1976, J.D., University of Oklahoma College of Law, Norman, Oklahoma • U.S. Air Force Academy • 1973, B.A., University of Oklahoma

® 62 Pierce Couch Hendrickson Baysinger & Green, L.L.P. OKLAHOMA

Biography and Experience Daniel J. Hoehner is licensed to practice in all state and federal courts in the state of Oklahoma. He has practiced more than 25 years in insurance defense which has included the opportunity to handle cases involving all types of products such as electronics, tractors, recreational vehicles, automobiles, trucks, seat belts, food, and numerous component parts incorporated into products. Approximately 20-30 percent of his practice is devoted to cases involving product liability.

Daniel J. Hoehner Representative Trials Pierce Couch Hendrickson • Potts v. Remington Park, Inc., District Court of Oklahoma County. Defense verdict in case alleging product liability for al- Baysinger & Green, L.L.P. legedly serving adulterated food resulting in food poisoning. 1109 N. Francis • Oklahoma Society of Certified Public Accountants v. Broan Manufacturing Co., Inc., et al., District Court of Oklahoma Oklahoma City, OK 73106 County. Defense verdict in case alleging fire and resulting property damage caused by allegedly defective design of over- (405) 235-1611 Office head vent. (405) 552-5244 Direct • Hodges v. En-Tout-Cas, et al., District Court of Oklahoma County. Settled prior to trial. Jockey sustained fall and injury as a (405) 235-2904 Fax result of alleged defect in design, installation and maintenance of elements of synthetic racing surface. (405) 650-3357 Cell dhoehner@pierce couch.com www.piercecouch.com Product Experience • Asbestos • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Motorcycles and Recreational • Beverage Containers • Food Products Vehicles • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Furniture • Power Tools • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Ladders • Trucks and Commercial Equipment and Goods Transportation

Education • 1984, J.D., University of Oklahoma College of Law • 1981, B.S., Oklahoma State University

® 63 Williams Kastner OREGON

Biography and Experience Marc Carlton is a member in the Portland office. He focuses his practice on civil litigation with an emphasis in defending transportation, liquor liability and products liability cases, including the defense of former manufacturers and sellers of asbestos- containing products. Mr. Carlton also practices in the area of medical device and business litigation. Mr. Carlton has ten years of experience as a product liability attorney and devotes 50% of his practice to product liability.

Marc M. Carlton Representative Trials Williams Kastner • Miller v. J-M Manufacturing, et al., District of Oregon. Defense verdict for client in transportation/product liability case where 888 SW 5th Avenue it was established that the dunnage provided with a load of PVC pipe was defective and caused the underlying accident. Suite 600 • Giant Manufacturing v. BikeE Corp., et al., District of Oregon. Plaintiff’s verdict for client in collection action where defen- Portland, OR 97204 dants alleged that bicycles at issue were defectively manufactured. (503) 944-6910 Office (503) 222-7261 Fax (503) 789-5899 Cell mcarlton@williams kastner.com Product Experience www.williamskastner.com • Alcohol and Distilled Spirits • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Asbestos Equipment Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Building and Construction • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection Medications Equipment Devices • Trucks and Commercial • Medical Devices and Supplies Transportation

Education • 1999, J.D., University of Oregon School of Law • 1996, B.S., University of Oregon

® 64 Williams Kastner OREGON

Biography and Experience Eric Neiman is a member in the Portland office of Williams Kastner. He has been defending product liability cases since he began practicing law in 1982. He has defended cases involving many types of products and has extensive experience with cases involving product testing, clinical trials, manufacturing issues, industry standards, FDA and other government regulations, post market surveillance, and other relevant issues. Mr. Neiman is very familiar with the medical, scientific, engineering and human factors issues presented by cases in this field. Mr. Neiman has been listed in Best Lawyers since 2007, and he has been named to Super Lawyers by Super Lawyers magazine since 2007. He is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates and the Defense Research Institute. He has actively served as a pro-tem circuit court judge since 1991. Eric J. Neiman Williams Kastner 888 SW 5th Avenue Representative Trials Suite 600 • Arividson v. I-Flow Corp., et al, USDC Case #CV08-478 AA. Defense verdict in a product liability matter involving an infu- Portland, OR 97204 sion pump for post operative pain alleging chondrolysis resulting from defective pain pumps. (503) 944-6943 Office • Huerta v. I-Flow Corp., et al, USDC Case #CV07-1310 AA. Defense verdict in a product liability matter involving an infusion (503) 222-7261 Fax pump for post operative pain alleging chondrolysis resulting from defective pain pumps. (503) 319-3142 Cell • McClellan v. I-Flow Corp., et al, USDC Case #CV07-1309 AA. Defense verdict in a product liability matter involving an infu- (503) 248-9028 Home sion pump for post operative pain alleging chondrolysis resulting from defective pain pumps. eneiman@williams kastner.com www.williamskastner.com Representative Seminars • Guest Lecturer, Willamette University College of Law, annually • Presenter, “Mental Health Update,” Washington State Society of Healthcare Attorneys Hospital & Health Law Seminar, Vancouver, B.C., November, 2013 • Co-Presenter, “Summary Judgments,” Oregon State Bar Association CLE Seminar: Powerful Motion Practice, Portland, OR, November 10, 2011 • “Survivor: Idaho and Oregon, Strange Differences in Civil Trial Practice Across the Border,” Idaho State Bar, Young Lawyers Section, January 24, 2008

Representative Articles • Author, chapter of “Invasion of Privacy,” Oregon State Bar Torts Deskbook, 2012 • Editorial Board, Oregon Health Law Manual, 2009-2011 • Co-Author, “Punitive Damages Against Healthcare Providers in the Healthcare Reform Era,” Physician Organizations, American Health Lawyers Association, February 2010; AAOS Now, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, February 2010 • Contributing Author, “Warnings,” Restatement Sections Specifically Applicable to Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Cases in State Court, A.B.A. Sec. of Litig., 2004

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Alcohol and Distilled Spirits • Electrical Wire and Cable Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Automobiles • Firearms Medications • Beverage Containers • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Power Tools • Breast Implants Devices • Recreational Equipment • Building and Construction • Food Products • Respiratory Protective Equipment Equipment • Furniture and Safety Devices • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Hand Tools • Swimming Pools • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Herbicides and Pesticides • Tanks and Containers Equipment • Industrial Machinery • Tires • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Medical Devices and Supplies • Toys and Children’s Products Equipment and Goods • Motorcycles and Recreational • Trucks and Commercial • Cosmetics Vehicles Transportation

Education • 1982, J.D., University of Oregon School of Law, Order of the Coif • 1978, B.A., University of California, Santa Barbara, with highest honors • 1975-1977, University of California, Los Angeles

® 65 Williams Kastner OREGON

Biography and Experience George Pitcher is a member in the Portland office. He is chair of the firm’s Products Liability Practice Group, and he is on the board of directors for the Oregon Association of Defense Counsel. He specializes in civil litigation with an emphasis in defense of professional liability and product liability cases, including defense of former manufacturers and sellers of asbestos-containing products. Mr. Pitcher has tried product liability, professional liability, employment and consumer cases in Oregon and Washington state courts and argued cases before the Oregon Supreme Court and Oregon Court of Appeals. He represents a number of clients in the defense of asbestos cases and has worked on the defense of numerous mass torts, including breast im- plant, orthopedic bone screw, Fen-phen, Rezulin, Latex Glove and vaccine cases. Mr. Pitcher has over 15 years of experience as a product liability attorney and 50% of his practice is devoted to product liability. George S. Pitcher Williams Kastner 888 SW 5th Avenue Suite 600 Representative Trials Portland, OR 97204 (503) 944-6961 Office • Huerta, McClellan, and Arvidson v. I-Flow, USDC for District of Oregon. Defense verdicts in three consolidated pain pump (503) 222-7261 Fax cases alleging chondrolysis resulting from defective pain pumps. (503) 504-2227 Cell • Emrick v. Scapa Dryer Fabrics, Multnomah County Circuit Court. Defense verdict in mesothelioma asbestos case following gpitcher@williams 14 week trial. • Mason v. General Electric, Multnomah County Circuit Court. Summary judgment ruling upheld by Oregon Court of kastner.com Appeals in a case where plaintiff attempted to expand the boundaries of Oregon product liability law to hold General www.williamskastner.com Electric responsible for “aiding and abetting” in the sale of products it did not manufacture or sell.

Representative Seminars • CLE Panel Moderator, “Effective Motion Practice, Advice from the Judges,” Multnomah County, OR, December 2013 • Speaker, “Spoliation of Evidence in Oregon,” Oregon Association of Defense Counsel Annual Meeting, June 2013 • Speaker, “Personal Jurisdiction in Oregon Following Nicastro and Willemsen,” CLE presented by Oregon State Bar Products Liability and Litigation Sections, October 5, 2012 • Speaker, “Seven Things That Get Insurance Agents Sued,” Oregon CPCU All Industry Day, 2010 • Moderator, “Effective Use of Demonstrative Exhibits in Toxics Cases,” International Association of Defense Counsel Toxic Torts Webinar, April 2010 • Speaker, “Lessons Learned from Representing Insurance Agents in Lawsuits,” PIA Oregon/Idaho Convention, June 2007

Representative Articles • Co-Author, “Best Practices for Privilege Logs in Oregon State Cases,” The Verdict, Spring 2012 • Co-Author, “Jury Instructions in Punitive Damage Cases: Using the New Mandates from the United States Supreme Court,” International Association of Defense Counsel Annual Meeting, 2009 • Co-Author, “Medical Monitoring: The Impact of Lowe v. Philip Morris,” Oregon Association of Defense Counsel Magazine, Summer 2008 • “Recovery of Economic Losses in Negligence Actions: ‘Special Relationships’ and Beyond,” Oregon Appellate Almanac, 2007 • “End of the ‘We Can’t Tell Rule’ Makes Life Much More Difficult for Appellants,” Oregon Appellate Almanac, 2006

Product Experience • Asbestos • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Breast Implants Equipment Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Medical Devices and Supplies Medications

Education • 1996, J.D., Willamette University College of Law, first in class • 1992, B.A., Harding University, magna cum laude

® 66 Picadio Sneath Miller & Norton, P.C. PENNSYLVANIA

Biography and Experience Mr. Sneath has extensive federal and state court trial experience in cases involving product liability matters. He has tried over 95 cases to jury and non-jury verdict in Federal and State Court jurisdictions and has helped clients resolve disputes through a variety of Alternative Dispute Resolution Procedures. He has defended manufacturers and sellers in claims and suits relating to a wide variety of medical, pharmaceutical, recreational, industrial, and vehicular and children’s products. He served as the 2011-2012 President of DRI – The Voice of the Defense Bar, a 22,000 member international organization of defense, commercial and corporate counsels. He has spoken and written extensively on products liability, damages and trial tactics issues.

Henry M. Sneath Picadio Sneath Miller & Representative Trials Norton, P.C. Four Gateway Center • Galloway v. Beckwith Machinery and Caterpillar, Inc. – Allegheny County (Pittsburgh, Pa.) Successfully defended Beckwith 444 Liberty Avenue Machinery against products liability claims brought by plaintiff. Plaintiff claimed serious brain injury resulting from an al- Suite 1105 leged design and manufacturing defect in a forklift truck, which had been modified and sold by defendant Beckwith. Plaintiff demanded $7,000,000 for settlement. Jury returned a defense verdict. Pittsburgh, PA 15222 • Gallo v. General Motors Corp. – Allegheny County (Pittsburgh, Pa.) Plaintiff claimed unwanted, sudden acceleration of the (412) 288-4013 Office subject vehicle causing personal injury and property damage. Successfully defended case on behalf of client and obtained (412) 288-2405 Fax defense verdict after jury trial. (412) 418-7887 Cell •Kaczor v. Icon Health and Fitness, Inc. – Federal District Court (Pittsburgh, Pa.) Successfully defended manufacturer of ex- [email protected] ercise treadmill against claims that an electrical malfunction caused a fire and extensive property damage. Defense verdict www.psmn.com obtained on behalf of client at jury trial after prevailing on Daubert motion to strike one of plaintiff’s liability experts.

Product Experience • Automobiles • Furniture • Power Tools • Building and Construction • Hand Tools • Recreational Equipment Equipment • Industrial Machinery • Respiratory Protective Equipment • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Ladders and Safety Devices • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Tires Equipment Equipment • Toys and Children’s Products • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Lifting Equipment • Trucks and Commercial Equipment and Goods • Medical Devices and Supplies Transportation • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Food Products Drugs and Over-the-Counter Medications

Education • 1983, J.D., Duquesne University School of Law • 1980, B.A., Hamilton College

® 67 Picadio Sneath Miller & Norton, P.C. PENNSYLVANIA

Biography and Experience Kelly Williams has over 18 years experience litigating cases, including product liability cases and personal injury defense work. Her product liability experience has involved machinery, prefabricated metal buildings and exercise equipment. The percentage of Ms. Williams’ practice devoted to product liability is approximately 10 to 20 percent.

Representative Trials Kelly A. Williams • In one matter in Federal District Court in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Ms. Williams assisted lead trial counsel in obtaining a Picadio Sneath Miller & verdict for plaintiff injured by defective plastic injection molding machine during the course of his employment. Norton, P.C. • In state court, Ms. Williams has defended an exercise equipment manufacturer in various matters. The cases settled Four Gateway Center shortly before trial. 444 Liberty Avenue • Ms. Williams also successfully represented a manufacturer of a prefabricated metal building as lead trial counsel in an ar- Suite 1105 bitration involving indemnification claims between the manufacturer and a co-defendant, after the underlying plaintiff’s Pittsburgh, PA 15222 product liability claim settled. (412) 288-4005 Office (412) 288-2405 Fax [email protected] www.psmn.com Product Experience • Building and Construction • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Industrial Machinery Equipment Equipment and Goods • Ladders • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Roofing Systems Equipment Devices

Education • 1994, J.D., Temple University School of Law • 1991, B.A., The Ohio State University

® 68 Pion, Nerone, Girman, Winslow & Smith, P.C. PENNSYLVANIA

Biography and Experience Timothy Smith has handled product liability matters since 1991. He has represented manufacturers, distributors and market retailers. His experience spans from commercial to household products.

Representative Trials Timothy Smith • Timothy Smith has successfully defended the manufacturers of forklifts, automotive tires, scissor lifts and flooring products in the State and Federal Courts of Pennsylvania. Pion, Nerone, Girman, Winslow & Smith, P.C. 1500 One Gateway Center Pittsburgh, PA 15222 (412 ) 667-6212 Office (412) 281-3388 Fax Representative Seminars (412) 427-2560 Cell • “Recent Developments,” Transportation Lawyers Association Annual Conference, 2011 [email protected] • “Sleep Deprivation and Catastrophic Events,” Pennsylvania Continuing Legal Education Seminar, 2009 www.pionlaw.com • “Sometimes Technology Bytes – Managing Electronic Discovery,” Pennsylvania Continuing Legal Education Seminar, 2006

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) Devices Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Asbestos • Flooring Systems Medications • Automobiles • Food Products • Power Tools • Building and Construction • Furniture • Roofing Systems Equipment • Industrial Machinery • Scaffolding • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Tires Equipment Equipment • Trucks and Commercial • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Lifting Equipment Transportation Equipment and Goods • Medical Devices and Supplies • Windows • Firearms

Education • 1991, J.D., University of Toledo College of Law • 1988, B.A., Washington and Jefferson College

® 69 Sweeney & Sheehan, P.C. PENNSYLVANIA

Biography and Experience J. Michael Kunsch practices in all state and federal courts in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, with a focus in the areas of product liability, commercial litigation and general litigation. Mr. Kunsch serves on the Board of Directors of USLAW Network, and is a past Chair of the USLAW product liability practice group. Mr. Kunsch has been recognized from 2011- 2013 as a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer® – Product Liability Defense. For more than twenty years, Mr. Kunsch has devoted a substantial part of his practice to the representation of manufacturers and retailers in the industrial, commercial, and consumer industries, with particular emphasis in matters involving ladders and climbing equipment, power tools, household appliances, gas-fired appliances and recreational products. He has extensive experience defending fire and explosion litigation and catastrophic burn cases. Mr. Kunsch coordi- nates the evaluation of new claims for a number of clients, coordinating preservation of evidence, expert retention and conducting field investigations. He also counsels clients on issues related to e-discovery and document retention policies. J. Michael Kunsch Sweeney & Sheehan, P.C. 1515 Market Street 19th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19102 Representative Trials (215) 963-2481 Office (215) 557-0999 Fax • Jackson v. Louisville Ladder Inc. and W.W. Grainger Inc., USDC for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. Defense verdict in (610) 420-2858 Cell product liability matter involving allegations of design defects in an aluminum stepladder. michael.kunsch@ • Melquist v. Emerson Electric Co., et al, U.S.D.C. for the Western District of Pennsylvania. Defense verdict in a product liability matter involving allegations that a radial arm saw was defectively designed. The case was made more complicated by sweeneyfirm.com evidence of a post-sale design change which had achieved improved guarding of the saw. www.sweeneyfirm.com • Beck v. InterMetro Industries Corporation, et al, Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. Non-suit nine days into a trial wherein plaintiff alleged that a mobile warming cabinet used in food service operations was defective. • Kinsey v. Louisville Ladder, Inc., U.S.D.C. for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Defense verdict in product liability matter involving design defect claims regarding a mobile warehouse ladder.

Representative Seminars • “Supply Chain Risks and the Foreign Supplier,” USLAW Network Client Conference, Dana Point, California, April 2012 • “Spoliation: Still Crazy After All These Years,” Defense Research Institute Product Liability Conference, Phoenix, Arizona, February 2008 • “Assembling the Rapid Response Team: Early Investigation Strategies for Preparing a Successful Defense,” USLAW Network Client Conference, Tucson, Arizona, March 2007 • “Compliance with Standards: A Barrier to Product Liability Actions?,” Wood Machinery Manufacturers of America ANSI Compliance Workshop, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, October 2005

Representative Articles • “Pre-Emption Double Standard? Manufacturers of Identical Products are Not Equal,” USLAW Magazine, Spring/Summer 2012 • “Personal Jurisdiction: A Casualty of Global Commerce?” USLAW Magazine, Fall/Winter 2011 • “Third Circuit Predicts Pennsylvania Supreme Court will Adopt Restatement (Third) of Torts §§ 1 and 2,” Sweeney & Sheehan Newsletter, August 2009

Product Experience • Building and Construction • Food Products • Respiratory Protective Equipment Equipment • Hand Tools and Safety Devices • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Industrial Machinery • Roofing Systems • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Ladders • Scaffolding Equipment and Goods • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Tanks and Containers • Electrical Equipment and Devices Equipment • Toys and Children’s Products • Firearms • Lifting Equipment • Trucks and Commercial • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Power Tools Transportation Devices • Recreational Equipment

Education • 1991, J.D., Villanova University School of Law • 1988, B.A., Psychology, University of Arizona, cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa

® 70 Sweeney & Sheehan, P.C. PENNSYLVANIA

Biography and Experience Warren E. Voter is an AV Preeminent-rated attorney who for three decades has practiced exclusively in defense oriented property and casualty litigation with a concentration in product liability, catastrophic loss, medical hardware, toxic and mass tort. In addition, he frequently serves as monitoring and coverage counsel for excess carriers and regional trial counsel and national coordinating counsel for a number of product manufacturers and their insurers. He has extensive experience trying cases involving fire loss, power woodworking equipment, hand tools, industrial machinery and consumer and recreational products. Mr. Voter is a member of the Product Liability Advisory Council, Defense Resarch Institute (Power and Hand Tool and Manufacturer’s Risk Prevention Subcommittees), the Pennsylvania Defense Institute, the Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel and the International Society for Skiing Safety. Mr. Voter is the Past Chair of the USLAW Product Liability Practice Group and served as a Director on USLAW’s Board. Mr. Voter has served as an instructor for the National Institute for Trial Warren E. Voter Advocacy and has been recognized as a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer each of the last seven years. Sweeney & Sheehan, P.C. Mr. Voter’s bar admissions include Pennsylvania, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit and the Eastern, Middle and 1515 Market Street Western Districts of U.S. District Court of Pennsylvania. 19th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19102 (215) 963-2439 Office (215) 557-0999 Fax (215) 850-5490 Cell Representative Trials michael.kunsch@ • Defense Verdict in fire loss tried in United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania. Successfully de- sweeneyfirm.com fended manufacturer of control panel of electric range alleged to have malfunctioned causing fire. www.sweeneyfirm.com • Defense verdict in United States District Court for the District of Delaware – successfully defended manufacturer product of allegedly defective table saw on which plaintiff cut off all the fingers of his dominant hand. • Directed verdict in Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County – Successfully defended against allegation that the door of a commercial refrigerator came off its hinges and struck the Plaintiff as a result of a design defect.

Representative Seminars • Moderator/Panelist, “Distributor/Manufacturer Liability: Who Bears the Risk?” USLAW Client Conference, Dana Point, CA, April 2012 • Speaker, “No Good Deed Goes Unpunished – Post-Sale Design Changes in American Product Liability Law,” USLAW Boot Camp Presentation to Lloyd’s, London, UK, June 2011 • Panelist, “E-Discovery Idol: Picking Your Next E-Discovery Vendor,” USLAW Client Conference, Washington, D.C, October 2007 • Co-Presenter, “Avoiding the Burn: Living with Post-Sale Product Modification,” USLAW Product Liability Conference, Miami, FL, January 2005

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Electrical Wire and Cable • Motorcycles and Recreational • Alcohol and Distilled Spirits • Firearms Vehicles • Asbestos • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Power Tools • Automobiles Devices • Recreational Equipment • Beverage Containers • Flooring Systems • Respiratory Protective Equipment • Boats and Ships (Commercial and • Food Products and Safety Devices Pleasure) • Furniture • Roofing Systems • Building and Construction • Hand Tools • Scaffolding Equipment • Herbicides and Pesticides • Swimming Pools • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Industrial Machinery • Tanks and Containers • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Ladders • Tires Equipment • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Toys and Children’s Products • Consumer Products, Appliances, Equipment • Trucks and Commercial Equipment and Goods • Lifting Equipment Transportation • Cosmetics • Medical Devices and Supplies • Windows • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Mining Equipment

Education • 1983, J.D., Villanova University School of Law • 1980, B.S., Business Management, Pennsylvania State University

® 71 Thomas, Thomas & Hafer LLP PENNSYLVANIA

Biography and Experience Gordon Einhorn has handled product liability cases for 15 years, representing manufacturers and insurance companies in products related subrogation matters. His cases have involved a wide range of products including industrial machinery, bicycles, aseptic food processing machines, frozen carbonated beverage machines, furniture, tractor trailer braking systems, electronic cash registers and glass beverage containers. Approximately 15-20% of his practice is related to product liability.

Gordon A. Einhorn Representative Trials Thomas, Thomas • Representation of manufacturer of wire cloth weaving machine that was allegedly defective in that operator who was & Hafer LLP caught by machine was unable to reach stop switch. Summary judgment granted in favor of manufacturer in that it was 305 N. Front Street not in the business of manufacturing such machines. 6th Floor • Representation of Italian manufacturer of resin chair that collapsed under weight of user. Manufacturer dismissed from Harrisburg, PA 17101 suit for lack of jurisdiction over foreign company. P.O. Box 999 • Representation of major sporting goods retail chain in case involving sale of bicycle and alleged failure of hand brakes due Harrisburg, PA 17108 to improper assembly. Case successfully resolved at mediation. (717) 441-7054 Office (717) 237-7105 Fax (717) 576-3569 Cell [email protected] www.tthlaw.com Representative Seminars • “Noteworthy Pennsylvania Jury Verdicts in 2011,” Pennsylvania Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (PAMIC) 2012 Claims Conference

Product Experience • Automobiles • Industrial Machinery • Motorcycles and Recreational • Beverage Containers • Locomotives and Locomotive Vehicles • Furniture Equipment

Education • 1988, J.D., University of Southern California, Los Angeles • 1975, B.A., Sarah Lawrence College

® 72 Sweeny, Wingate & Barrow, P.A. SOUTH CAROLINA

Biography and Experience Mr. Barrow has handled numerous product liability cases involving design and manufacture of tractors, ladders, high-speed equipment used in manufacturing processes, overhead door, power equipment and others.

Representative Trials Mark S. Barrow • Mr. Barrow successfully defended tractor manufacturer in a tractor rollover wrongful death case. Allegations involved Sweeny, Wingate & defective design and manufacture of ROPS system. Barrow, P.A. 1515 Lady Street Columbia, SC 29201 (803) 256-2233 Office (803) 256-9177 Fax Product Experience (803) 606-9193 Cell • Agricultural Equipment • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Power Tools (803) 782-0990 Home • Building and Construction Devices • Tanks and Containers [email protected] Equipment • Herbicides and Pesticides • Tires www.swblaw.com • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Industrial Machinery • Tobacco Products • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Ladders • Trucks and Commercial Equipment • Medical Devices and Supplies Transportation • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Electrical Wire and Cable Drugs and Over-the-Counter Medications

Education • 1986, J.D., University of South Carolina School of Law • 1980, B.A., Political Science, University of South Carolina

® 73 Riter, Rogers, Wattier & Northrup, LLP SOUTH DAKOTA

Biography and Experience Bob Riter joined the firm in 1973. His legal efforts are focused principally upon litigation and trial work in all courts in this state, with a concentration in the defense practice. He also spends significant time appearing before state administrative bod- ies, and engaging in lobbying and legislative work. Robert Riter has 30 years experience in a wide variety of products. Approximately 10% of his practice is devoted to products liability matters. Professional memberships include: State Board of South Dakota (Commission and Past Chair of Ethics Committee, Administrative Law Committee and Continuing Legal Education Committee); Defense Research Institute (DRI) (State Representative, 1994-1999 Member, Board of Directors, 1999-2003); South Dakota Defense Lawyers Association (Past President 1994-1995); Fellow, American Bar Foundation; American Board of Trial Advocates; American College of Trial Lawyers. Bob has lectured and given presentations before Insurance law classes at the University of South Dakota, School of Law, Robert C. Riter Continuing Education programs of the South Dakota State Bar, and Defense Research Institute (DRI) gatherings. He has also Riter, Rogers, Wattier & authored law review articles on the patient/physician privilege and civil justice reform. Northrup, LLP 319 S. Coteau P. O. Box 280 Pierre, SD 57501 (605) 224-5825 Office Representative Articles (605) 224-7102 Fax (605) 280-4669 Cell • Co-Author, “An Invitation for Lawyers’ Participation in Civil Justice Reform,” 42 South Dakota Law Review 243 (605) 223-9315 Home [email protected] www.riterlaw.com

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Industrial Machinery • Automobiles Equipment and Goods • Power Tools • Building and Construction • Flooring Systems • Recreational Equipment Equipment • Food Products • Scaffolding • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Herbicides and Pesticides • Tires Equipment

Education • 1973, J.D., University of South Dakota • 1970, B.S., University of South Dakota

® 74 Martin, Tate, Morrow & Marston, P.C. TENNESSEE

Biography and Experience Mr. Piovarcy has been involved with the defense of products for the last 25 years. Product liability cases comprise approximately 25% of his practice. The areas involve defense of heavy machinery, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, power tools and clothing.

Representative Trials Lee L. Piovarcy • Mr. Piovarcy successfully defended a manufacturer of heavy industrial equipment. The manufacturer was self-insured. The latest case involved a metal crusher which was alleged to be defective. Martin, Tate, Morrow & • Mr. Piovarcy has successfully defended a major retailer who sells power tools. The case involved a circular saw with Marston, P.C. respect to a claim brought by a consumer who injured his hand while using the circular saw. It was found that the 6410 Poplar Avenue consumer had failed to obey the warnings with respect to the power tool. Suite 1000 • Mr. Piovarcy has successfully defended pharmaceutical companies with respect to three death claims caused by a Memphis, TN 38119 pharmaceutical which is a potent pain killer. (901) 522-9000 Office (901) 527-3746 Fax (901) 481-6358 Cell [email protected] www.martintate.com Representative Seminars • Mr. Piovarcy has prepared a paper with respect to the component part doctrine in Tennessee and presented the paper at a USLAW client conference in 2007.

Product Experience • Breast Implants • Hand Tools • Power Tools • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Industrial Machinery • Trucks and Commercial • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Medical Devices and Supplies Transportation Equipment and Goods • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Electrical Wire and Cable Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Food Products Medications

Education • 1966, J.D., Vanderbilt School of Law • 1963, B.A., English, University of Notre Dame

® 75 Martin, Tate, Morrow & Marston, P.C. TENNESSEE

Biography and Experience Shea Sisk Wellford is licensed to practice in Tennessee and Arkansas and is admitted to the United States District Courts for the Western District of Tennessee, Middle District of Tennessee, Eastern District of Arkansas, Eastern District of Michigan, the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit and the United States Supreme Court. Ms. Wellford devotes the majority of her practice to commercial litigation matters, including the defense of manufacturers, distributors and sellers of products in product liability actions.

Shea Sisk Wellford Martin, Tate, Morrow & Representative Trials Marston, P.C. • Davis v. Komatsu Am. Indus. Corp., 42 S.W. 3d 34 (Tenn. 2001): Established the “component part doctrine” defense in 6410 Poplar Avenue Tennessee. Suite 1000 •Self v. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., Circuit Court of Phillips County, Arkansas: Defended seller of allegedly defective riding lawn- Memphis, TN 38119 mower. Case was settled prior to trial. (901) 522-9000 Office • Bain v. Wyeth Pharmaceuticals, Inc., et al., United States District Court, Western District of Tennessee: Defense of distribu- (901) 527-3746 Fax tor of metoclopramide. Case currently pending. (901) 210-5176 Cell sheawellford@martin tate.com www.martintate.com Product Experience • Industrial Machinery • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Power Tools • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power Drugs and Over-the-Counter Equipment Medications

Education • 1994, J.D., Univerisity of Memphis, high honors • 1991, B.A., English with a minor in Sociology, Vanderbilt University

® 76 Cox Smith Matthews Incorporated TEXAS

Biography and Experience Ms. Bockus has over 30 years of experience as a trial lawyer. She has been first chair counsel in dozens of jury trials in a wide range of cases including cases claiming products liability, Consumer Credit Code violations, insurance bad faith, and medical and legal malpractice defense. In the last ten years, her practice has focused primarily on products liability defense. Jane has been involved in all phases of the defense of products liability cases, from the developing of defense strategies, to indentifying and working with key experts, to successfully trying the cases to a jury. She has tried cases in State and Federal court both in and out of Texas.

Jane E. Bockus Cox Smith Matthews Incorporated Representative Trials 112 E. Pecan Street • Wallace M. Williams, Jr. and Carol F. Williams, et al v. Hyon-Ho Shin, M.D., et al, Travis County Texas, 202nd Judicial District Suite 1800 Court, No. GN203683. Medical malpractice case involving allegations that Defendants failed to diagnose severe diabetic San Antonio, TX 78205 acidosis. The trial resulted in a defense verdict. (210) 554-5500 Office • Linda Reeves v. Wyeth, et al, United States District Court, Eastern District of Arkansas, Western Division, MDL 4:05-CV- (210) 226-8395 Fax 00163-WRW – MDL Bellwether pharmaceutical products liability case involving allegations that Plaintiff’s breast cancer (210) 710-4517 Cell was caused by her use of hormone replacement therapy. The trial resulted in a defense verdict. [email protected] • Helen Rush v. Wyeth, et al, United States District Court, Eastern District of Arkansas, Western Division, MDL 4:05-CV-0497- WRW - MDL Bellwether pharmaceutical products liability case involving allegations that Plaintiff’s breast cancer was www.coxsmith.com caused by her use of hormone replacement therapy. The trial resulted in a defense verdict.

Product Experience • Asbestos • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Power Tools • Breast Implants Equipment and Goods • Tires • Building and Construction • Industrial Machinery • Trucks and Commercial Equipment • Medical Devices and Supplies Transportation • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Construction Products, Vehicles and Drugs and Over-the-Counter Equipment Medications

Education • 1979, J.D., St. Mary’s University School of Law • 1974, B.A., History, Southern Methodist University

® 77 Fee, Smith, Sharp & Vitullo, L.L.P. TEXAS

Biography and Experience Tom Fee has represented retail sellers and manufacturers of various products in Texas for over a decade. Mr. Fee devotes approximately 25% of his practice to the defense of a variety of products. Some of the representative products Mr. Fee has defended in the past are: kitchen and laundry appliances, heating and air conditioning units, watercraft, amusement and water park rides, cosmetics, construction/farm equipment, fire protection systems, motor homes and numerous retail sellers of automobiles and motorcycles.

Thomas W. Fee Fee, Smith, Sharp & Representative Trials Vitullo, L.L.P. • N/A – All product cases have settled. Three Galleria Tower Suite 1000 13155 Noel Road Dallas, TX 75240 (972) 980-3259 Office (972) 934-9200 Fax Representative Seminars (214) 418-0300 Cell • Panelist – “Mega Verdicts,” Products Liability Tract, USLAW Conference, Spring 2009 (214) 418-0300 Home [email protected] www.feesmith.com

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Furniture • Automobiles Equipment • Industrial Machinery • Boats and Ships (Commercial and • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Lifting Equipment Pleasure) Equipment and Goods • Motorcycles and Recreational • Building and Construction • Cosmetics Vehicles Equipment • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics Devices

Education • 1991, J.D., Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University • 1987, B.S., Louisiana State University

® 78 Fee, Smith, Sharp & Vitullo, L.L.P. TEXAS

Biography and Experience Mike Sharp has been involved with products liability law for over 15 years representing international and national products manufacturing companies in federal and state courts throughout Texas. Mike has tried numerous wrongful death and catastrophic injury cases to verdict in these courts. Mike is a member of the USLAW Products Liability Practice Group. Over 20% of Mike’s practice is dedicated to the representation of product manufacturers and distributors.

Michael P. Sharp Representative Trials Fee, Smith, Sharp & • Jason Richards v. Lasco Manufacturing; U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of TX; Case involving an alleged defec- Vitullo, L.L.P. tive fan that caught on fire in an equestrian barn and killed a valuable stallion. Case settled prior to trial. Three Galleria Tower • Rodger Hill v. Hewelett-Packard Company; Tarrant County, TX; Case involving an alleged defective battery in Plaintiff’s lap- Suite 1000 top computer that caught on fire and the fire spread through Plaintiff’s residence. Case settled prior to trial. 13155 Noel Road • Elizabeth Kohler v. Elizabeth Arden Spas, Inc., et al; Dallas County, TX; Case involving alleged damages as a result of chemi- Dallas, TX 75240 cal glue adhesive used to adhere hair extensions to Plaintiff’s hair. Plaintiff non-suited all Defendants. (972) 934-9100 Office (972) 934-9200 Fax (214) 418-3400 Cell (214) 363-7373 Home [email protected] Representative Seminars www.feesmith.com • “What’s it Worth?,” Council on Litigation Management Annual Conference, 2011 • “Preparing & Presenting The Corporate Representative,” ATA Litigation Forum for Motor Carrier General Counsel

Product Experience • Beverage Containers • Cosmetics • Trucks and Commercial • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Herbicides and Pesticides Transportation Equipment • Roofing Systems • Windows • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Toys and Children’s Products Equipment and Goods

Education • 1991, J.D., Louisiana State University • 1988, B.S., Finance, Louisiana State University

® 79 Johnson, Trent, West & Taylor, L.L.P. TEXAS

Biography and Experience Brian P. Johnson practices in all state and federal courts in Texas. Additionally, he is frequently admitted pro hac in a number of states around the country in his role as national coordinating counsel for one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies. Mr. Johnson practices in the areas of product liability litigation, commercial litigation and medical malpractice. He primarily focuses on drug and medical device litigation. He has been honored by America’s Best Lawyers and recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer. Mr. Johnson has been board certified in personal injury trial law since 1987. He has extensive trial experience throughout Texas and has served as Texas regional counsel for several mass tort litigations.

Brian P. Johnson Johnson, Trent, West & Taylor, L.L.P. Representative Trials 919 Milam, Suite 1700 • Cavazos v. GlaxoSmithKline, Brownsville, Texas. Defense verdict in product liability wrongful death case with allegations of Houston, TX 77002 inadequate warnings and marketing practices. (713) 222-2323 Office • Dolard v. Burroughs Wellcome, Houston, Texas. Defense verdict in a wrongful death case of a four-year-old boy who acci- (713) 222-2226 Fax dentally ingested several drops of a flea dip emulsion. Plaintiffs alleged the child resistant cap failed and that the product bjohnson@johnson was inherently too dangerous. The jury assigned responsibility to the mother. trent.com • Haltom v. Bayer Corporation and GlaxoSmithKline, Corpus Christi, Texas. The Plaintiffs non-suited our client, www.johnsontrent.com GlaxoSmithKline, two weeks before trial.

Representative Seminars • “Dealing with Sympathy in Closing Argument in Catastrophic Injury Cases,” DRI Drug and Medical Device Conference, Chicago, IL, May 2011

Product Experience • Chemicals, Solvents, and Plastics • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Herbicides and Pesticides Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Medical Devices and Supplies Medications

Education • 1981, J.D., University of Houston • 1978, B.A., Economics, University of Texas

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Biography and Experience T. Christopher "Chris" Tent has been licensed to practice law in the State of Texas since 1991. His product liability trial practice involves the representation of many product manufacturers, including multiple tire, motorcycle, recreational vehicle, helmet and tank/cylinder manufacturers and other industrial equipment. Chris also handles mass torts, toxic torts, construction, and commercial litigation. Chris serves on a national trial/expert team for one of the world's largest tire manufacturers in product liability matters and has participated in pre-trial matters and/or trials in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, George, Louisiana, Mississippi, Montana, Nevada, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, West Virginia and Puerto Rico. Chris serves as a national counsel for one of the largest motorcycle manufacturers in product liability claims associated with particular types of crashes. Chris also serves as a national counsel for one T. Christopher Trent of the world's largest industrial gas companies in product liability, mass tort, toxic tort, and commercial litigation. Johnson, Trent, West & Chris is regional counsel for two prominent tire manufacturers and an industry leading recreational vehicle manufacturer Taylor, L.L.P. handling cases in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Kansas and other portions of the United States. 919 Milam, Suite 1700 In addition to his trial practice, Chris has argued appellate matters in Texas State Appellate Courts and the U.S. Court of Houston, TX 77002 Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. Chris has been honored as a Texas "Super Lawyer" yearly since 2005. (713) 222-2323 Office (713) 222-2226 Fax (281) 948-1826 Cell [email protected] www.johnsontrent.com Representative Trials • Civil Action No. 4:08CV249; Maria Rodriguez Trenado, Individually and as Representative of the Estates of Her Spouse, Martin Ramon Trenado, Deceased, and of her son Jose Trenado, Deceased, and Emanuel Trenado, Individually, and Jessica Trenado, Individually v. Cooper Tire & Rubber Company, an Delaware Corporation, and Sears, Roebuck and Co., d/b/a Sears Auto Center; United States District Court, Southern District of Texas. This was a double death case and multiple injury case involving the tread/belt separation of a rear Cooper tire on a van. The case was tried and a defense verdict was rendered in September 2010. • Angel Silva, et al. v. Bridgestone Americas Holding, Inc., et al.; In the Superior Court of the State of California, County of Los Angeles, Central District. This was a single death case involving the tread/belt separation of a Firestone tire on a Ford Ranger. The case was tried and a defense verdict was rendered in July 2009. • Cause No.: 2005-1364; Elio Viramontes v. Four Wheel Center Inc., et al.; In 346th Judicial District Court of El Paso County, Texas. This was a significant injury case of a man servicing a large off road tire that exploded while being mounted on a wheel. After a four week trial beginning in January 2009, and after closing arguments, Chris’ client was dismissed before the jury deliberated.

Product Experience • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Roofing Systems • Automobiles Equipment and Goods • Tanks and Containers • Boats and Ships (Commercial and • Electrical Wire and Cable • Tires Pleasure) • Food Products • Trucks and Commercial • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Industrial Machinery Transportation • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Motorcycles and Recreational Equipment Vehicles

Education • 1991, J.D., Georgetown University Law Center, cum laude • 1988, B.A., Political Science, B.A., Spanish, Vanderbilt University, magna cum laude

® 81 Strong & Hanni, PC UTAH

Biography and Experience Paul has nearly 30 years of experience representing clients in product liability cases. He handles matters involving litigated claims, administrative claims, arbitration, mediation or negotiation of legal issues and helps clients resolve claims before litigation through alternative dispute forums when possible. He has successfully defended large product liability cases ranging from construction products to power equipment. In addition to these products, he has defended cases involving motor vehicle/ wrecker design and manufacturing equipment. Paul has extensive experience in all stages of litigation in both state and federal courts, including jury trial and appellate practice. He has experience trying cases before both United States District courts and Utah State Trial Courts. He has argued over 25 cases in appellate courts including before the Utah Supreme Court, Utah Appellate Court, and 10th Circuit Court of Appeals. Paul M Belnap Strong & Hanni, PC 3 Triad Center Suite 500 Representative Trials Salt Lake City, UT 84180 (801) 323-2010 Office • National Serv. Indus. v. B.W. Norton Mfg. Co., 937 P.2d 551, (Utah Ct. App; 1997) (801) 596-1508 Fax • Bishop v. GenTec, 48 P.3d 281 (Utah 2002) (801) 839-9778 Cell • Sullivan v. Scoular Grain Co., 853 P.2d 877, (Utah 1993) (801) 544-9282 Home pbelnap@strongand hanni.com www.strongandhanni.com Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment Equipment and Goods • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power • Building and Construction • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection Equipment Equipment Devices • Locomotives and Locomotive • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Herbicides and Pesticides Equipment Equipment • Industrial Machinery • Power Tools • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Tanks and Containers

Education • 1978, J.D., Brigham Young University • 1975, B.S., Psychology, University of Utah, magna cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa

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Biography and Experience Stephen J. Trayner has been practicing law since 1986 and has extensive experience defending product liability, premises liability, transportation, and commercial litigation cases. As the firm’s products liability practice group leader, he has successfully defended product liability matters for an array of manufacturers and clients. He was invited in 2008 to become a Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers, an honor restricted to no more than 1% of practicing attorneys in the United States, based upon his professionalism and extensive and highly successful history of jury trials. He has successfully tried to conclusion more than fifty jury trials in Utah state and federal courts and argued appeals before Utah appellate courts and the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals.

Stephen J. Trayner Strong & Hanni, PC 3 Triad Center Representative Trials Suite 500 Salt Lake City, UT 84180 • Safeway v. Union Pointe Construction, (U.S. District Ct., Utah; 2005) (801) 323-2010 Office • Traveler v. Peterson, (3rd District Salt Lake County) (801) 596-1508 Fax strayner@strongand hanni.com www.strongandhanni.com Product Experience • Building and Construction • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Industrial Machinery and Equipment Devices Equipment • Chemicals • Fireplaces and Stoves • Medical Devices • Construction Products • Food • Propane Devices • Consumer Products, Appliances, • HVAC Systems • Sporting Goods and Equipment Equipment and Goods • Swimming Pool Equipment

Education • 1986, J.D., University of Utah, Winner Roger J. Traynor Moot Court Competition, 1984-1985, Vice Chancellor, Roger J. Traynor Moot Court Society, 1985-1986 • 1982, B.A., Political Science, Brigham Young University, magna cum laude

® 83 LeClairRyan VIRGINIA

Biography and Experience Mr. Richardson leads the firm’s Tort Defense practices and has more than 20 years of litigation experience including significant expertise in labor and employment, professional liability (accountants, architects and engineers), trucking, and products liability. He represents clients in employment matters involving FMLA and FLSA as well as Title VII, ADA, sexual harassment and discrimination claims based on age, race, sex and disability. He also handles matters involving collective bargaining, union election campaigns and other union issues. His clients have ranged from coal companies, textile manufacturers and banking institutions to small architectural firms and nonprofit organizations. He co-developed WorkNETT, a nationally marketed, internet-based software application that trains employees on issues such as sexual harassment and discrimination in the workplace. He also counsels construction clients regarding construction contracts and disputes. His clients include design professionals, contractors and owners. He has represented manufacturers and distributors of products including nutraceuti- Bruin S. Richardson III cals, pharmaceuticals, and various medical devices. LeClairRyan 951 East Byrd Street 8th Floor Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 658-7582 Office Product Experience (804) 783-1138 Fax • Asbestos • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription bruin.richardson@ • Industrial Machinery Drugs and Over-the-Counter leclairryan.com • Medical Devices and Supplies Medications www.leclairryan.com

Education • 1989, J.D., University of Michigan School of Law • 1986, B.A., Politics, Washington & Lee University, magna cum laude

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Biography and Experience Mr. Seyfarth focuses on business and financial services litigation, and products liability defense. He also has considerable experience in class action litigation. He helps business clients with commercial disputes, intellectual property matters, business torts and contract disputes. He frequently helps clients with risk management issues and litigation avoidance. He represents financial services providers in defense of class action and single-plaintiff actions involving federal consumer protection statutes including the Fair Credit Reporting Act, Truth in Lending Act and Equal Credit Opportunity Act. He has particular experience in claims regarding the enforceability of class arbitration provisions. He defends designers, manufacturers and sellers against claims of alleged product defects. He handles cases involving catastrophic injury or death, and products including manufacturing and industrial equipment, chemicals, automobiles, planes and aircraft, consumer electronics, power tools, and sports and recreational equipment. He also defends actions involving sports and recreational facilities, including cases against ski re- Charles K. Seyfarth sorts and sporting facilities. LeClairRyan 951 East Byrd Street 8th Floor Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 916-7159 Office Representative Trials (804) 916-7259 Fax charles.seyfarth@ • Atlantic Bulk Carrier v. Milan Express Co., Inc., 2010 Lexis 74995 (E.D.Va. 2010) leclairryan.com • Sprouse v. Am. Tire Distrib., Inc. et al., 2009 WL 1404735 (E.D.Va. 2009) www.leclairryan.com • Carter v. Hitachi Koki U.S.A., Ltd., 445 F. Supp. 2d 597 (E.D. Va. 2006)

Representative Seminars • “Legal Update,” National Ski Areas Association, Wintergreen, Virginia, October 2010 • “Legal Update,” National Ski Areas Association, Wisp, Maryland, October 2008 • “The Enforceability of Class Action Waiver Provisions in Arbitration Agreements,” DRI Business Suit, April 2008 • “The Enforceability of Class Action Waiver Provisions in Arbitration Agreements,” PLBA, Elbow Beach, Bermuda, November 2007

Product Experience • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Industrial Machinery • Automobiles Equipment and Goods • Power Tools • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Recreational Equipment • Hand Tools

Education • 1999, J.D., University of Richmond School of Law, cum laude, Order of the Barristers (for outstanding oral advocacy), Moot Court Board President, National Moot Court Team, National Negotiations Team • 1997, Cambridge University, Summer Program concentrating on International Law and Law of the European Community • 1993, B.A., Communications, Virginia Tech

® 85 LeClairRyan VIRGINIA

Biography and Experience Mr. Yates represents clients in all forms of civil trial practice with an emphasis in tort defense, transportation cases premises liability and construction law. He has successfully tried more than 85 jury trials in state and federal courts throughout Virginia. In addition to his primary practice areas, he has significant experience in cases involving fraud, business torts, commercial and residential landlord tenant matters and will contests.

H. Robert Yates Product Experience LeClairRyan • Agricultural Equipment • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Lifting Equipment 123 East Main Street • Alcohol and Distilled Spirits Equipment and Goods • Power Tools Suite 800 • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Recreational Equipment Charlottesville, VA 22902 • Asbestos • Firearms • Roofing Systems (434) 245-3425 Office • Automobiles • Flooring Systems • Scaffolding (434) 296-0905 Fax • Building and Construction • Food Products • Trucks and Commercial (804) 248-8709 Cell Equipment • Industrial Machinery Transportation robert.yates@ • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power Equipment Equipment leclairryan.com www.leclairryan.com

Education • 1993, J.D., University of Virginia School of Law • 1984, M.B.A., College of William & Mary • 1981, B.A., Economics, University of Virginia

® 86 Williams Kastner WASHINGTON

Biography and Experience Bob Manlowe is a member in Williams Kastner’s Seattle office and has more than 25 years of experience in product liability defense. His practice involves product liability, Complex Litigation Management, ESI/e-Discovery consultation services and crisis management. He serves as National Coordinating Counsel for clients involved in mass tort cases. He serves on the Crisis Management Teams for several companies in the product manufacturing, construction and industrial sectors. Mr. Manlowe is past chair of Williams Kastner’s Product Litigation and Mass Torts Practice Group and chairs the ESI/e-Discovery Consulting Services Team. He served on the Board of Directors for the International Association of Defense Counsel (“IADC”) from 2005- 2008. Mr. Manlowe founded the IADC’s ESI/e-Discovery Task Force and designed the IADC’s ESI/e-Discovery strategic initiative. In addition, Mr. Manlowe serves on the Lawyers for Civil Justice (“LCJ”) E-discovery Committee. Robert (Bob) C. Manlowe Williams Kastner Two Union Square Representative Trials 601 Union Street Suite 4100 Bob, as National Counsel, oversees and manages National, Regional and Local Trial Counsel all over the country. In the last two years, his trial teams have obtained nine consecutive defense verdicts/judgments. Seattle, WA 98101 (206) 628-2777 Office (206) 628-6611 Fax (206) 423-0278 Cell bmanlowe@williams Representative Seminars kastner.com www.williamskastner.com • Moderator, “Law Office 2010 – See the Future Today!,” IADC Midyear Meeting, Carlsbad, CA, February 11, 2014 • Speaker, “21st Century Crisis Management: From Catastrophic Incident Response to Cyber Information Breach,” Oregon Governor’s Occupational Safety & Health (GOSH) Conference, Portland OR, March 6, 2013 • Moderator, “Cloudy Days Ahead: Cloud Computing and Litigation,” IADC Annual Meeting, Asheville, North Carolina, July 11, 2012 • Co-Moderator, “Presenting Your Case With a Tablet” IADC Regional Meeting, Seattle, WA, May 22, 2012 • Co-Speaker, “Linear ‘No Threshold’ Model of Asbestos Disease Causation: How to Defeat or Exclude,” IADC Midyear Meeting, Rancho Mirage, CA, February 14, 2012 • Co-Speaker, “The Effective Use of Courtroom Technology,” IADC Annual Meeting, Whistler, BC, July 12, 2011

Representative Articles • Co-Author, “Literature Refuting Single-Fiber Theory and Zero-No-Threshold/Linear-Dose Model,” February 2012 • Co-Author, “Paradigm Shifts in e-Discovery Litigation: Cooperate or Continue to Pay Dearly, “ Defense Counsel Journal, April 1, 2011 • Co-Author, “An Inconvenient Forum – Reining In E-Discovery in the United States,” Metropolitan Corporate Counsel, February 2011

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Roofing Systems • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) Equipment and Goods • Scaffolding • Asbestos • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Tanks and Containers • Automobiles • Food Products • Tires • Building and Construction • Industrial Machinery • Toys and Children’s Products Equipment • Ladders • Trucks and Commercial • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Lifting Equipment Transportation • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Respiratory Protective Equipment • Windows Equipment and Safety Devices

Education • 1984, J.D., Seattle University, cum laude • 1981, B.S.E., Civil Engineering, Princeton University

® 87 Williams Kastner WASHINGTON

Biography and Experience Rod Umberger is a member in the Seattle office, where he has chaired the Business Litigation Practice Group and served on the Board of Directors. He is a trial lawyer with more than 25 years of experience in the courtroom. Mr. Umberger’s product liability experience includes defending pharmaceutical companies and medical device manufacturers in state and federal courts and in multidistrict national litigation. He has served as both National Coordinating Counsel and MDL Counsel in national product liability litigation and has developed significant knowledge and experience in addressing issues that arise in multidistrict litigation. He has defended manufacturers of construction products, firearms, PVC pipes, heavy agricultural machinery and industrial equipment and machinery in wrongful death and catastrophic injury cases. His product liability practice also encompasses consumer products and toxic torts, and he serves on two national trial counsel teams in asbestos litigation. Rodney L. Umberger Mr. Umberger has been named to Super Lawyers by Super Lawyers magazine for several years and recently was one of only Williams Kastner sixteen attorneys in the state of Washington recognized as a top civil litigation defense attorney by the Corporate Counsel Edition Two Union Square of Super Lawyers magazine. He has been “AV Preeminent” peer review rated by Martindale-Hubbell since 1998. 601 Union Street Mr. Umberger is a member of the American Bar Association – Product Liability Committee, Defense Research Institute – Suite 4100 Product Liability Committee, Washington Defense Trial Lawyers and the International Association of Defense Counsel. Seattle, WA 98101 (206) 628-2421 Office (206) 628-6611 Fax (206) 755-6369 Cell rumberger@williams Representative Trials kastner.com • Clauson v. Ashland, Inc. – Asbestos, three-week jury trial in WA Superior Court. Settled on first day of jury deliberations for www.williamskastner.com amount offered at mediation before trial. • Holloway v. LinkBelt – Crane, two-week jury trial, USDC. Verdict in favor of plaintiff for $125,000. • Saucier v. DePuy – Medical device, three-week jury trial in WA Superior Court. Hung jury – plaintiff dismissed case.

Representative Seminars • “Defense Perspective on Corporate Designee Depositions under FRCP 30(b)(6),” USLAW Network Fall Conference, Vancouver, British Columbia, October 4, 2013 • “Cutting-Edge Settlement and Defense Strategies for Complex Litigation,” USLAW Network Spring Client Conference, Laguna Beach, CA, April 10-14, 2012 • “New and Enduring Issues in Asbestos Litigation,” HB Litigation Conference – Emerging Trends in Asbestos Litigation, Marina del Rey, California, March 4-5, 2010 • “Pressure Points: Today’s Challenges in Building & Maintaining Top-Notch In-House/Outside Counsel Teams,” LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell Counsel to Counsel Series, Seattle, Washington, October 29, 2009 • “Closing Arguments,” Litigation Counsel of America Spring Conference, Santa Fe, New Mexico, May 2009

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Asbestos • Firearms Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Food Products Medications • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Industrial Machinery • Tanks and Containers Equipment • Medical Devices and Supplies • Trucks and Commercial • Consumer Products, Appliances, Transportation Equipment and Goods

Education • 1987, J.D., University of Tennessee College of Law • 1984, B.A., Furman University

® 88 Huddleston Bolen LLP WEST VIRGINIA

Biography and Experience Mr. Baker is a hands-on litigator, with approximately 16 years of experience defending pump and crane manufacturers, railroads, industrial distribution companies, and chemical manufacturers. He is accustomed to defending large, outside clients in some of the most dangerous jurisdictions in West Virginia. His practice is largely devoted to product liability defense at this time. As a complement to the practice, Mr. Baker also represents industrial manufacturers and suppliers in silica, asbestos, and chemical exposure claims.

Rodney Baker Representative Trials Huddleston Bolen LLP 611 Third Avenue The rules of the WV Bar prohibit us from providing this information. Huntington, WV 25701 (304) 691-8389 Office (304) 522-4312 Fax (304) 634-1238 Cell rbaker@huddleston Product Experience bolen.com www.huddlestonbolen.com • Agricultural Equipment • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Mining Equipment • Asbestos • Industrial Machinery • Motorcycles and Recreational • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Lifting Equipment Vehicles • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Locomotives and Locomotive • Respiratory Protective Equipment Equipment Equipment and Safety Devices • Consumer Products, Appliances, Equipment and Goods

Education • 1995, J.D., West Virginia University College of Law • 1991, B.B.A., Marshall University, magna cum laude

® 89 Huddleston Bolen LLP WEST VIRGINIA

Biography and Experience J. David Bolen’s practice focuses primarily in the area of general civil litigation defense with an emphasis on product liability, class action, and mass tort defense My practice includes extensive experience in both the Federal and State Courts of West Virginia concerning the defense of toxic tort and product liability matters including claims of product defect and failure to warn. Mr. Bolen has handled class actions and mass plaintiff lawsuits alleging environmental damage, consumer fraud and chemical exposure. His clients include oil companies, chemical manufacturers, hospitals, railroads, trucking companies, barge and tow operations, product manufacturers, and insurance companies. Mr. Bolen serves as a member of the firm’s Management Committee and has been named as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine since 2009.

J. David Bolen Huddleston Bolen LLP 611 Third Avenue Huntington, WV 25701 Representative Trials (304) 691-8464 Office The rules of the WV Bar prohibit us from providing this information. (304) 522-4312 Fax (859) 552-4335 Cell jbolen@huddleston bolen.com www.huddlestonbolen.com Product Experience • Alcohol and Distilled Spirits • Locomotives and Locomotive • Respiratory Protective Equipment • Automobiles Equipment and Safety Devices • Boats and Ships (Commercial and • Medical Devices and Supplies • Tanks and Containers Pleasure) • Mining Equipment • Tires • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Motorcycles and Recreational • Trucks and Commercial • Consumer Products, Appliances, Vehicles Transportation Equipment and Goods • Recreational Equipment

Education • 2001, J.D., University of Kentucky College of Law • 1998, B.A., History and Politic Science, University of Kentucky

® 90 Huddleston Bolen LLP WEST VIRGINIA

Biography and Experience In his twenty-five years of practice with Huddleston Bolen, Mr. Lafferre’s practice has concentrated in litigating commercial cases, product liability cases, and personal injury and cases brought under state and federal law. He has litigated thousands of cases in trial and appellate courts and has tried over thirty cases to verdict, with many having multiple plaintiffs and taking over a week to try, with three each taking three weeks to complete. More than fifty percent of his current cases are product liability cases.

Luke A. Lafferre Huddleston Bolen LLP Representative Trials P.O. Box 2185 (25722) 611 Third Avenue None. All product liability cases have been worked up to enable settlement on terms favorable to our clients. Huntington, WV 25701 (304) 691-8308 Office (304) 522-4312 Fax (304) 360-1207 Cell llafferre@huddleston bolen.com Representative Seminars www.huddlestonbolen.com • “How to Read and Understand a Business Contract,” Huddleston Bolen LLP Business4Business Seminar, Huntington, West Virginia, 2012 • “Jury Selection Issues,” Panel discussion, Defense Trial Counsel of West Virginia Annual Meeting, Myrtle Beach, North Carolina, 2009 • “Offensive Use Of Indemnity Clauses In Occupational Disease Releases,” National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel 55th Annual Meeting, San Francisco, California, 2009 • “Diesel Fume Claims,” 14th Annual Meeting of the American Short Line Railroad Association, Rockland, Maine, 2007

Representative Articles • “An Introduction To Medicare Claims for Reimbursement,” Meeting Notebook, Defense Trial Counsel of West Virginia Annual Meeting, 2005

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Respiratory Protective Equipment • Asbestos Drugs and Over-the-Counter and Safety Devices • Herbicides and Pesticides Medications • Trucks and Commercial • Industrial Machinery • Power Tools Transportation • Locomotives and Locomotive Equipment

Education • 1984, J.D., West Virginia University • 1981, B.S., West Virginia University

® 91 Williams, Porter, Day & Neville PC WYOMING

Biography and Experience Mr. Neville has been defending personal injury cases for the past 12 years, primarily handling injury and wrongful death cases involving vehicles, medical negligence, products liability and catastrophic work-related injuries in the oil and gas industry. He practices in all state and federal courts in Wyoming. He has defended cases on behalf of manufacturers and distributors with roughly 20% of his practice involving products liability cases and injuries. While the overwhelming majority of Mr. Neville’s cases involve injury, a number of products liability matters have involved the failure of products while in service resulting in multimillion dollar damages to business pursuits.

Jason A Neville Williams, Porter, Day & Neville PC Representative Trials 159 N. Wolcott, Suite 400 • Mr. Neville has handled numerous cases involving electrical switch gears (catastrophic burns, industrial cranes (traumatic PO Box 10700 brain injury), oil and gas drilling masts (catastrophic vertebral crush and herniation; lost profits/commercial injury), Casper, WY 82601 water well pumps (death by electrocution), automated gates (career ending ligament and joint injury), manufactured steel (307) 265-0700 Office roofing (lost profits/commercial injury), gear boxes (lost profits/commercial injury), and other products causing cata- (307) 266-2306 Fax strophic injury to individuals. He has also handled a number of mesothelioma/asbestos matters (wrongful death) as well (307) 262-2413 Cell as over-the-counter products liability cases involving ephedra (sudden cardiac death). Representative trials include the successful defense of numerous physicians, oil and gas drilling companies and individuals. [email protected] www.wpdn.net

Representative Seminars • Mr. Neville frequently lectures to the Wyoming State Bar regarding litigating cases in federal courts, civility and the practice of law for the Young Lawyers Division. • He also provides lectures to insurance companies, adjustors and other lawyers with respect to claim handling strategies.

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Asbestos Equipment and Goods Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Automobiles • Electrical Equipment and Devices Medications • Building and Construction • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Recreational Equipment Equipment Devices • Roofing Systems • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics

Education • 2000, J.D., University of Wyoming College of Law • 1997, B.A., English with minor in American Indian Studies, University of Wyoming

® 92 Clark Wilson LLP CANADA – BRITISH COLUMBIA

Biography and Experience Nigel Kent is a partner of the firm and Co Chair of the Insurance Group. With over 32 years’ experience in insurance and business litigation matters, Nigel has handled a wide variety of insurance coverage and contribution claims at the trial and appellate levels in both Alberta and BC. Nigel has drafted MGA contracts and policy wording for specialty indemnity products being brought to market, represented insureds on multi party litigation product liability and construction claims, and defended numerous class actions where cases were dismissed or settled on favourable terms. He has handled liability assignments involving complex and catastrophic claims, products liability, professional E&O claims, directors and officers’ liability, environmental liability, media liability and excess/out of province auto claims. Nigel is an elected member of the International Association of Defence Counsel and, based on peer selection, is listed as lead- Nigel Kent ing insurance counsel in both The Best Lawyers in Canada and Lexpert Directories. Clark Wilson LLP 900-885 West Georgia Street Suite 900 Vancouver, BC V6C 3H1 (604) 643-3135 Office Representative Seminars (604) 687-6314 Fax [email protected] • “P&C Insurance: Top Cases & Industry Developments 2011 – 2012,” May 2012 www.cwilson.com • “Construction Contracts & Project Insurance: ‘We're Covered Right?’ (or maybe not),” Northern Alberta Risk and Insurance Management Society, March 14, 2012

Representative Articles • "Bad faith litigation in Canada – Much ado about nothing?,” USLAW Magazine, Fall/Winter 2012 (Co author with Samantha Ip). • “BC's New Insurance Act: Making the Transition to the New World Order,” Clark Wilson LLP, March 2012 (Coauthor with Raman Johal) • “The Role of an Insurance Adjuster in Property Insurance Claims,” Clark Wilson LLP, July 2011 • “The Art and Science of Policy Interpretation: A Review of Supreme Court of Canada Decisions in the Past 30 Years,” Clark Wilson LLP, 2011 (Co author with Oliver Hanson) • “Excluding Exclusions: The Role of Reasonableness in the Interpretation of Insurance Policies,” Clark Wilson LLP, 2011 (Co author with Marlisse Silver Sweeney) • “Directors and Officers Liability in Canada: A Review of Exposures and Coverages Available under D&O Policies,” Clark Wilson LLP, June 2008

Product Experience • Automobiles • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Pharmaceuticals, Prescription • Beverage Containers Equipment and Goods Drugs and Over-the-Counter • Building and Construction • Electrical Equipment and Devices Medications Equipment • Electrical Wire and Cable • Recreational Equipment • Chemicals, Solvents and Plastics • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Construction Products, Vehicles and Devices Equipment • Food Products

Education • 1980, LL.B., , Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia, Canada

® 93 Kelly Santini LLP CANADA – ONTARIO

Biography and Experience Mark Gallagher is an experienced litigator, having been called to the bar in 2006 and focusing mainly on commercial litigation since articling. In recent years, his practice has been approximately 25% product liability matters, mostly within the aviation industry. Mark combines extensive Courtroom experience and advocacy skills with a determination to find economical solutions and relief for his clients. Mark recognizes the value of practical, forward-looking legal advice at every stage of a matter, and strives to let that permeate his practice.

Mark Gallagher Kelly Santini LLP Representative Trials 160 Elgin Street • Conducting the defence of a major international airplane manufacturer in a recent complex multiparty product liability Suite 2401 action resulting from an alleged engine failure and crash of a single engine airplane involving fatality and serious injury to Ottawa, Ontario K2P 2P7 passengers. Result: settlement involving contribution from multiple parties at a two-day mediation in Vancouver. (613) 238-6321 Office • Conducting the defence of a major United States-based engine manufacturer in two unrelated complex multi-party prod- (613) 233-4553 Fax uct liability actions resulting from engine failures and crashes of single engine helicopters in British Columbia resulting in mgallagher@ multiple fatalities and serious personal injuries, respectively. Result: settlement before trial in each instance. kellysantini.com • Conducting the defence of a United States-based helicopter engine overhauler in a negligence action resulting from an engine failure and accident in which the aircraft was a total loss and the pilot of the helicopter was fatally injured. Result: www.kellysantini.com settlement before trial. • Conducting the defence of a large United States-based manufacturer of plumbing and toilet materials against a variety of water damage claims and allegations grounded in product liability. Result: files ongoing.

Product Experience • Aircraft (Private and Commercial) • Building and Construction • Tanks and Containers Equipment

Education • 2005, LL.B., University of British Columbia • 2001, B.A., University of British Columbia

® 94 Therrien Couture Lawyers L.L.P. CANADA – QUEBEC

Biography and Experience Philippe Chagnon was called to the bar in 2007. He began his practice in another firm, representing major insurers in all aspects of civil litigation. His practice includes debt recovery, commercial and business litigation, civil litigation and insurance law. He has a particular focus on product liability, representing both Plaintiffs and Defendants.

Product Experience Philippe Chagnon • Agricultural Equipment • Electrical Equipment and Devices • Industrial Machinery Therrien Couture • Asbestos • Electrical Wire and Cable • Recreational Equipment Lawyers L.L.P. • Building and Construction • Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection • Roofing Systems 4605-B Equipment Devices • Tanks and Containers Lapinière Blvd., #350 • Construction Products, Vehicles and • Flooring Systems • Trucks and Commercial Brossard, Québec J4Z 3T5 Equipment • Food Products Transportation (450) 773-6326 Office • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Furniture • Windows (514) 335-9797 Fax Equipment and Goods (438) 823-4409 Cell philippe.chagnon@ therriencouture.com www.therriencouture.com Education • 2005, LL.B., Université de Montréal

® 95 Therrien Couture Lawyers L.L.P. CANADA – QUEBEC

Biography and Experience Jean-Luc Couture is a founding shareholder and is a resident of the firm’s Brossard, Quebec office. He represents and advises many companies in the food industry, and has extensive experience representing clients before the Board of agricultural and food markets and in other complex litigation. Jean-Luc Couture has practiced in the field of Product Liability for 26 years of his career and 20% of his practice is dedicated to this area of the law.

Jean-Luc Couture Representative Trials Therrien Couture • Ferme avicole Héva inc. c. Coopérative fédérée de Québec (portion assurée), 2008 QCCA 1053 Lawyers L.L.P. • Represented three farms in a one week appeal hearing relating to a salmonella outbreak which caused damages that were claimed against the supplier of the poultry in a 72-day trial hearing. 4605-B Lapinière Blvd., #350 Brossard, Québec J4Z 3T5 (450) 462-8555 Office (450) 462-5955 Fax jean-luc.couture@ Representative Seminars therriencouture.com • Speaker at the Third Annual Canadian Summit on Food Safety on April 25th, 2007. The conference entitled was www.therriencouture.com “Protecting the Customer and your Company.”

Product Experience • Agricultural Equipment • Consumer Products, Appliances, • Herbicides and Pesticides • Building and Construction Equipment and Goods • Industrial Machinery Equipment • Food Products • Lifting Equipment

Education • 1987, Quebec Bar • 1986, LL.B., Université Laval • 1991, LL.M., International Banking Law, Boston University

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Complex ideas and intricate fact patterns are more easily understood Elevate provides corporate law departments and law firms with practi- when taught using visual tools. Demonstratives, Inc. (DI) has a rich his- cal ways to improve efficiency, quality, and outcomes through consult- tory of creating effective, science-based 2D and 3D computer anima- ing, managed services and technology. tions and graphic presentations for attorneys and their clients in over 1500 litigation matters. Our specialized medical records and bill analysis improves outcomes, expedites settlements, and lowers costs on bodily injury liability claims DI’s staff includes doctorate-level experts, engineers, scientists, anima- and litigation. Using a patent-pending quality control system, Elevate’s tors, illustrators, modelers, and graphic artists who apply sound, scien- Med Legal team leads the industry in medical bill audits, life care plans, tific principles to every presentation, bringing decades of experience to comprehensive claim evaluations, and vocational rehabilitation as- intellectual property, environmental, construction defects, and prod- sessments. We also provide expert witness testimony as needed. uct liability cases. This unique blend of scientific and artistic talent allows DI to create the most visually compelling, technically accurate, and Bridging the medical and legal worlds, our expert analysis of medical persuasive images. Attorneys in law firms and corporate legal depart- records help litigation and claims teams build stronger cases and en- ments rely on DI to create powerful courtroom tools and effective cat- sure the most effective use of time and money from the start of each alysts for settlement. case, for example: • understanding how pre-existing conditions relate to an injury sustained during the incident; • verifying the reasonableness of treatment rendered and the past medicals; and • evaluating claims for future care cost damages.

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OFFICIAL LEGAL ANIMATION OFFICIAL MEDICAL LEGAL CONSULTING, SERVICES PARTNER LEGAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT, AND OF USLAW NETWORK OUTSOURCING PARTNER OF USLAW NETWORK

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