The volume of attendees at Monday's truck wreck seminar exceeded expectations as lawyers and paralegals from across Indiana, and some from out of state, gathered in Noblesville to learn and network. The 'Winning Truck Wreck Cases' seminar was hosted by McKinney School of Law graduates David Craig ('85) and Scott Faultless ('91) of the Indianapolis-based personal injury law firm, Craig, Kelley and Faultless, in tandem with the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association.
The day-long event featured a roster of prominent speakers, including David Craig and Scott Faultless from Craig, Kelley & Faultless, Bryan Bradley from the Allen Law Group, Andy Young from The Law Firm for Truck Safety, Daniel Buba from Doehrman Buba Ring, Eric Oliver from Metasystems Consulting, and Kevin Johnson and Ben Phelps from Crash Consulting Services, LLC. Harry Adler from the Institute for Safer Trucking also contributed to the seminar.
Presentations covered various critical aspects of truck safety, the steps taken in truck-wreck cases, air brakes, depositions, insurance coverage, data collection, trial strategy, and more. Attendees had the unique opportunity to climb into semi-trucks outside to study the vehicles being discussed. This hands-on experience was designed to provide a comprehensive learning environment, fostering growth, networking, and motivation among participants.
'We were so happy to get such positive feedback following our first annual trucking seminar,' said David Craig, managing partner of Craig, Kelley & Faultless. 'We are grateful for the speakers who gave time from their busy schedules to share their knowledge. We can't wait for next year, which we promise will be even bigger and better — so go ahead and mark your calendars.'
Craig, Kelley and Faultless has already booked the venue for next year's seminar, which will take place on August 4, 2025. The high turnout and positive feedback underscore the importance and relevance of truck safety and litigation in today's legal landscape, highlighting the ongoing need for specialized knowledge and continuous professional development in this field.
With the rise in truck-related incidents and the complexities involved in litigating these cases, events like this seminar play a crucial role in equipping legal professionals with the necessary skills and knowledge. The hands-on approach and expert insights provided during the seminar can significantly impact how attorneys handle truck wreck cases, potentially leading to better outcomes for clients involved in these often-devastating accidents.
As the legal community looks forward to next year's event, the success of the inaugural seminar sets a high standard, promising further advancements and enhanced collaboration among professionals dedicated to improving truck safety and litigation strategies.
