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April 26-30, 2016 Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa Destin, Florida

2016 TLA Annual Conference & CTLA Midyear Meeting

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Fun, Sun and CLE: Mining for Diamonds on the Emerald Coast

When Jane and I first began our search for a site for the 2016 TLA Annual Conference and CTLA Midyear Meeting back in 2012 welaid out an ambitious list of criteria for the property. For starters, it needed to be a first-class facility that would provide all the

amenities to which we have become accustomed, at a reasonable price. Next we wanted an appealing location in an area where TLA had never held a conference. Third, we were hoping for a “wow factor,” something that made the facility particularly appealing. Fourth, we wanted an area that is readily accessible yet provides a distinct local flavor. And finally, we were looking for a locale where everyone can simply relax and enjoy the time away from their hectic schedules.We are happy to report that the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa not only meets all these criteria but exceeds them. The “wow factor” is the unique sugar sand beach located just steps from the hotel. Occupying the prime location within the 2,400 acre Sandestin resort property, the hotel offers every amenity, including a world-class spa, an enormous wood deck where the pools are located, outstanding meeting facilities and excellent cuisine. The Spa Tower was completely renovated within the past year and offers attrac-tive room upgrades at reasonable rates. This exceptional property is located in the heart of Florida’s famed Emerald Coast, where old fashioned southern hospitality combines with the special ambiance of the gulf coast to provide an unforgettable experience.The educational program offers a broad array of topics of interest to transportation lawyers, featuring gifted and informative speakers addressing cutting-edge topics. But that is just the beginning – the networking opportunities and social events will make this four-day event memorable, not only for the attorney attendees, but also their spouses and guests.Golfers will enjoy the highly-rated Robert Trent Jones Jr.-designed Raven course on Tuesday, and the Baytowne Course, which stretches from the Gulf to Choctawhatchee Bay, on Wednesday. The Tennis Tournament will also take place on Wednesday at the Sandestin tennis facility. Attendees arriving early will have the option of exploring the area on their own, or perhaps chartering a boat for a mem-orable deep sea fishing experience. The Wednesday Welcome Reception on the Sunset Deck will provide an opportunity to renew old friendships and welcome first-time attendees.While the attorneys are busy getting educated, the spouse/guest tour will take visitors along famed Route 30A to the quaint village of Seaside, of “The Truman Show” movie fame and home to many celebrities. Thursday evening will feature a beach party where guests will enjoy a Caribbean-style feast and be treated to a live musical performance by the legendary Norfolk Southern Lawmen.The Friday Annual Banquet (black-tie optional) will be an opportunity to honor those who have contributed so much to this organiza-tion and will culminate with the passing of the gavel to incoming President Steve Novy. Saturday will begin bright and early with the annual Fun Run/Walk, and the afternoon will feature the custom-ary pool volleyball tournament. The conference will conclude with a delightful cruise on board the yacht Solaris, which includes a fine dining experience followed by live music from a well-known local performer.Throughout your stay try to find some time to enjoy the myriad of amenities available on the Sandestin property, including the Baytowne Wharf Village and the Grand Boulevard area, both of which feature numerous dining and entertainment options that are readily accessible via the Sandestin shuttle service. Shoppers will be thrilled to find one of the largest outlet malls, Silver Sands, located just a mile from the Sandestin property, as well as numer-ous other opportunities to wield their plastic. The Destin Harbor, 12 miles to the west, is the home of the fishing fleet and offers yet more dining opportunities, including many wonderful local-ly-owned seafood establishments. And of course you won’t want to miss the hospitality suite where you can step outside and enjoy the soothing sounds of the surf just steps away.Please join us and all your fellow TLA and CTLA members for a fun and enjoyable visit to the Emerald Coast. I promise you will take home a wealth of knowledge and many fond memories.

Richard A. Westley TLA President

Transportation Lawyers Association (TLA)The Transportation Lawyers Association is an independent, international bar association whose members assist providers and commercial users of logistics and transportation services, regardless of mode. TLA is dedicated to keeping its members ahead of the constant changes in all aspects of the specialized legal environment affecting the transportation community, regardless of the particular legal discipline involved. With strong academic ties, commitment to excellence in continuing legal education, and a long tradition of collegiality and exchange of ideas, TLA is a resource for lawyers seeking to maximize both the quality of the legal services they provide and the quality of their professional lives.

Canadian Transport Lawyers Association (CTLA)Since its origins more than three decades ago, the Canadian Transport Lawyers Association (CTLA) has provided a professional and social forum for lawyers engaged or otherwise interested in transportation law, regulatory policy, procedure and related legal interests, whether before the courts, administrative tribunals, or on a commercial or academic basis. The CTLA regularly produces timely and informative continuing legal education programs, and serves as a unique forum for the discussion of topical issues and the exchange of ideas among members of the transportation bar.

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Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa

Join us this year at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa in Destin, Florida! This beautiful resort feels like a beach front home-away-from-home. Sandestin is among the famed beaches of South Walton, home to the storied 30A coastal road which follows the stretch of white sand beaches along N.W. Florida’s Gulf Coast. The scenic road connects charming coastal communities, each with their own unique character, from traditional beach retreat to eclectic artist colony.

Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. Central Daylight Time (CDT) and check-out time is 11:00 a.m. CDT.

Special room rates have been negotiated for the Transportation Lawyers Association: $209 single/double and $229 triple/quad. TLA has negotiated complimentary Internet in the sleeping rooms.

The cut-off date for reservations is Tuesday, April 5, 2016. Be sure to make your reservations by calling 1-800-559-1805 as soon as possible as rooms are likely to sell out prior to the cut-off date.

Hotel reservations may also be made directly with the hotel via its online reservation system. To make your reservation, visit our website at www.translaw.org and click on the link located on the Annual Conference page under Conferences & CLE. We hope that you will join us in this beautiful location!

Description from Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa.

Location and TransportationThe Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa is located at 4000 Sandestin Blvd. S., Destin, FL 32550.

AirportsFort Walton Beach (VPS) services most major airlines. Driving to or from the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa is 26 miles.

There are two additional airports that service Destin if you are unable to book flights into Fort Walton Beach Airport:

Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP), Panama City – 42 miles

Pensacola International Airport (PNS), Pensacola – 64 miles

Taxi ServiceEstimated taxi fare to the hotel is $30 – $40 one way from the Fort Walton Beach (VPS) Airport.

Rental CarsMajor rental car companies are located at the airport. Renting a car is recommended even though you may have a limited need for it once you arrive at the hotel. The Hilton offers self-parking for $5 and valet parking is also available. Golf and tennis are activities that are not within walking distance. If you plan to participate in either one of these activities, you may want to consider renting a car or finding someone who has rented a car to ride over to golf or tennis. Should you decide not to rent a car or take a taxi, you may contact C2 Transportation to arrange shuttle service between the airport and the hotel. Please contact Chris Cooke at 850-225-3909 or [email protected].

Shuttle ServiceThere is a Beach Access Express shuttle that runs continuously throughout the day between the resort and the Baytowne Wharf Village, the Grand Boulevard shopping area, the beach and other Sandestin resort attractions.

ParkingSelf-parking is discounted to $5 per day. Overnight valet park-ing is currently charged at $10 per night. These charges will be automatically added to the individual’s room.

Local AttractionsVisit the Annual Conference page under Conferences & CLE on the TLA website for a list of local attractions.

WeatherIn the late spring, the weather in Destin ranges from upper 70s to lower 80s during the day and mid-50s to lower 60s at night. The water temperature ranges from mid-70s to low 80s during this time of year.

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AttireCasual dress is appropriate for the educational sessions and most social events. Thursday evening’s beach party is out-doors. Friday night’s banquet is black-tie optional. Please pack a sweater or light jacket as meeting room temperatures tend to be cool.

QuestionsPlease direct any questions regarding the TLA Annual Conference & CTLA Midyear Meeting to the TLA Executive Office at 913-895-4615 or via email to [email protected].

Continuing Legal EducationAccreditation has been requested for the 2016 TLA Annual Conference & CTLA Midyear Meeting from every state with mandatory continuing legal education (CLE) requirements. Please be aware that each state has its own rules and reg-ulations, including the definition of CLE. More information about CLE is available on the CLE Information page of the TLA website at www.translaw.org.

Papers and ProceedingsIf you will not be able to attend the 2016 Annual Conference, but would like to purchase a copy of the flash drive containing the papers and proceedings, complete the name badge infor-mation on the registration form, check the box for ordering the papers and proceedings, and send it to the TLA Executive Office with payment.

First-Time Attendees and Corporate Counsel – If this is your first time attending the TLA Annual Conference or if you are Corporate Counsel, be sure to check the box indicating your status on the registration form. First-time attendees and Corporate Counsel are guaranteed to receive the early registration rate regardless of when they register.

Early Registration Deadline: February 26, 2016Regular Registration: February 27 – April 5, 2016

On-Site Registration – Available after 5:00 p.m. (Central Daylight Time) on Tuesday, April 5, 2016. Registrations pro-cessed onsite may cause a delay when you check in at the registration desk. If you need to register after April 5, please bring your registration form and payment directly to the conference.

Non-Members – By registering as a non-member, you will receive an application for membership and must meet the TLA membership qualifications in order to attend the Annual Conference. As a new member of the Transportation Lawyers Association, you may attend the Annual Business Meeting as a voting member. Please note that $225 of the non-member registration fee pays your TLA dues in full for 15 months: May 1, 2016, through July 31, 2017, the end of our fiscal year. You receive three “free” months of membership benefits, and we are confident that you will want to renew for the fiscal year 2017-2018!

ALL REGISTRATIONS INCLUDE: Breakfasts, Welcome Reception, Beach Party & Bonfire, Annual Banquet and Dinner Cruise. In addition, member, non-member and retired/student registrations include daily refreshment

breaks and the TLA Annual Business Meeting boxed lunch (Thursday).

Registration ConfirmationFor those registrations received through April 5, 2016, TLA will send a confirmation by email. When you receive your confirmation, please check the spelling of your name to ensure it is correct. If there is an error, please contact Susan Hime at the TLA Executive Office at 913-895-4615 ext. 4784. The information on your confirmation email will be the information used for your name badge and event tickets. If you do not receive a confirmation email within three weeks of registering, please contact our office to confirm receipt of your registration.

Registration Cancellation PolicyWritten notice of cancellations received on or before February 26, 2016 will be fully refunded. Cancellations received from February 27, 2016 through April 5, 2016 will be refunded less a $100 processing fee. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received after April 5, 2016. Substitution of registrants is allowed.

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Calendar of Events & Continuing Legal EducationFun, Sun and CLE: Mining for Diamonds on the Emerald Coast

Tuesday, April 26, 201612:30 p.m. – First Tee Time Golf Tournament8:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. Hospitality Suite

Wednesday, April 27, 20168:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. TLA Executive Committee Meeting12:30 p.m. – Shotgun Start Time Golf Tournament3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Tennis Tournament5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Registration6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Welcome Reception9:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. Hospitality Suite

Thursday, April 28, 20167:00 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. Continental Breakfast8:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM I8:15 a.m.–8:30 a.m. Opening Remarks

Richard A. Westley, Westley Law Offices, S.C., Madison, Wisconsin, President, Transportation Lawyers AssociationMichael J. Ogborn, Ogborn Consulting Group LLC, Denver, Colorado, Past President, Transportation Lawyers Association

8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. The Challenges Faced by Transportation Lawyers When Clients Are Shipping Goods Worldwide: “We’re Not in Kansas Anymore!”Transportation and logistics has transformed itself from an industry of unimodal competitors to an industry of multinational companies providing multimodal services that combine basic transportation with integrated logistics, warehousing and distribution. Despite ongoing efforts to facilitate trade and harmonize laws and processes, there is plenty to learn about moving goods from one country to another, and potential pitfalls lie in wait for those without the right expertise. This panel will analyze the unique challenges that the transportation lawyer faces when clients are moving goods across international borders.

Moderator: Maria Rivero del Paso, Sesma, Sesma & McNeese, Mexico D.F., MexicoSpeakers: Antoine de Rohan Chabot, McDermott Will & Emery, Brussels, Belgium

Kurt B. Gerstner, Lee International IP & Law Group, Seoul, KoreaDr. Marco Remiorz, Dabelstein & Passehl, Hamburg, GermanyPeter A. Quinter, GrayRobinson, PA, Miami and Fort Lauderdale, Florida

10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. Refreshment Break10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Transport Intermediaries Caught in the Crossfire: Can You (Pan)handle the Heat?

Brokers play an increasingly important role in the transportation industry, across all modes and across all borders. This panel will explore the expanding exposure faced by freight forwarders and other intermediaries in connection with cargo claims, casualty claims and workers’ compensation coverage obligations.

Moderator: Beata Shapiro, Wilson Elser Moskowitz Edelman & Dicker LLP, Boston, MassachusettsSpeakers: Matt Jewell, ForwardAir, Atlanta, Georgia

Lori Posluns, Traffic Tech Inc., St. Laurent, Quebec, Canada

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11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. TLA Lightning Multimodal RoundThis session will offer a fast-paced overview of hot topics, recent legal developments and emerging issues affecting our clients.

Moderator: Kevin Andris, Norfolk Southern Corporation, Norfolk, VirginiaSpeakers: Maritime Anthony J. Staines, Staines & Eppling, Metairie, Louisiana

Rail Paul D. Keenan, Keenan Cohen & Merrick P.C., Jenkintown, PennsylvaniaAviation Michele Sears, Wilson Elser Moskowitz Edelman & Dicker LLP, Boston, MassachusettsMotor Mark Andrews, Strasburger & Price, LLP, Washington, DCTLA Business Meeting Luncheon (boxed lunch provided)TLA Committee Chair OrientationBreakout Session – Commercial & Business Litigation

Corporate Counsel Meeting (2-4 p.m.), followed by reception (4-5 p.m.)Breakout Session – Casualty LitigationBeach Party & Bonfire: Caribbean-Style Cookout Featuring the Norfolk Southern Lawmen

12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.3:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. Hospitality Suite

Friday, April 29, 20167:00 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. Continental Breakfast7:00 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. Committee Breakfast Roundtable7:00 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. Past Presidents’ Breakfast8:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM II8:15 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Don’t Sell Your Client down the Choctawhatchee River: Choose the Best Contractual Terms

for Your Client (before & after Litigation)From selecting the best arbitration clauses to choosing the appropriate forum for conflict resolution, from restrictive covenants to data and technology protection, our panelists will review clauses typically found in shipper-carrier, broker-carrier and shipper-broker agreements, analyze their influence should litigation arise and assess which clauses should be included, those to be avoided and why.

Moderator: Frankie N. Spero, Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP, Nashville, TennesseeSpeakers: Coby Page, Swift Transportation Co. LLC, Phoenix, Arizona

Jeffrey R. Simmons, GlobalTranz, Scottsdale, Arizona Ryan A. Mahoney, Sullivan Hincks & Conway, Oak Brook, Illinois

9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. War Stories from a War Crimes Trial: The Trial & Appeal of Croatian Generals Gotovina, Čermak & Markač at the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia303 trial days. 145 witnesses. 4,825 admitted exhibits. For two-and-a-half years, TLA member Tomislav Z. Kuzmanović defended his client against the charges of persecution, wanton destruction, plunder, murder, deportation and forcible transfer, before a tribunal with its own unique rules of evidence and procedure, under a legal system that is a hybrid of common law and the civil code. Next, throw in the challenges of making submissions in multiple languages simultaneously, through the semi-reliable filter of real-time translators. Tom will take us behind the scenes of this sensational story for a glimpse at the unfamiliar landscape of an international tribunal. Law school doesn’t quite prepare you for the experience of arguing a case in a foreign jurisdiction. Yet, as our clients look beyond the borders of North America in this increasingly globalized economy, there is a heightened possibility that someday we may be required to prosecute or defend a claim or a charge away from home.

Speaker: Tomislav Z. Kuzmanović, Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

10:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Refreshment Break

10:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Interactive WorkshopsI. Transportation 101: Motor Carrier Safety Regulation & EnforcementThis presentation will provide a nuts and bolts introduction to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations covering everything from drug and alcohol testing to driver qualifications to hours of service, together with a primer on compliance and enforcement practices and procedures.

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Speakers: Bridgette M. Blitch, Taylor & Associates, P.L., Winter Haven, FloridaMichael Spurlock, Beery & Spurlock Co. LPA, Columbus, OhioRichard A. Westley, Westley Law Offices, S.C., Madison, WisconsinII. Bankruptcy 101: Tools & Tips for the Transportation LawyerThis session will provide an introduction to protecting creditors’ rights in bankruptcy proceedings, filing proofs of claim, defending preference actions and protecting contract rights.

Speakers: Rick A. Steinberg, Price, Meese, Shulman & D’Arminio, P.C., Woodcliff Lake, New JerseyGary F. Seitz, Gellert Scali, Busenkell & Brown, LLC, Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaDaniel D. Doyle, Lashley & Baer, P.C., St. Louis, MissouriIII. Canadian Transport LawA roundtable discussion of cross-border hot topics presented by attendees.

Facilitator: Kim E. Stoll, Fernandes Hearn LLP, Toronto, Ontario, Canada11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. FSMA’s Rules on Sanitary Transportation of Human & Animal Food: “Who Ordered the Fried

Green Tomatoes?”The FDA’s rules require those who transport food to use sanitary transportation practices to ensure the safety of food. The new rules, which are required by the Food Safety Modernization Act, are intended to help maintain the safety of both human and animal food during transportation by establishing criteria, including conditions and practices, training and record keeping for the sanitary transportation of food. This panel will explore the anticipated impact of the new rules on motor carriers, rail carriers and shippers.

Moderator: Greg E. Summy, Norfolk Southern Corporation, Norfolk, VirginiaSpeakers: Charles E. Riley IV, Simon Peragine Smith & Redfern LLP, New Orleans, Louisiana

Raymond Atkins, Sidley Austin, LLP, Washington, DCFrank C. Botta, Samuels & Son Seafood, Inc., Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

12:45 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Lunch on Your Own2:00 p.m.–3:15 p.m. Breakout Session – Freight Claims3:15 p.m.–4:30 p.m. Breakout Session – Admiralty & Maritime, AND Bankruptcy & Creditors’ Rights3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Committee Meetings

1. Motor Carrier2. Labor & Human Resources3. Logistics & E-Commerce

4:15 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. Breakout Session – Aviation AND International Trade & Transportation4:15 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. Committee Meetings

1. Antitrust & Unfair Trade Practices2. Federal Legislation, Agency Practice & Security (FLAPS)

6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. Cocktail Reception7:15 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Annual Banquet (black-tie optional)10:30 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. Hospitality Suite

Saturday, April 30, 20166:30 a.m.– 7:30 a.m. Fun Run/Walk7:00 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. Continental Breakfast8:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM III8:15 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. Fatality on Interstate 10: Tractor-Trailer vs. Horse Trailer

You be the jury as two seasoned trial attorneys prosecute and defend this adapted real-life fatality action. The attorneys will grapple with issues of prior drug convictions, equipment deficiencies, cell phone use, divergent expert opinions and proximate cause.

Moderator: Eric L. Zalud, Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff, LLP, Cleveland, OhioJudge: Jeff M. Pincus, Lewis Johs Avallone Aviles, LLP, Islandia, New York

Plaintiff’s Counsel: Gene F. Zipperle Jr., Ward, Hocker & Thornton, PLLC, Louisville, KentuckyDefense Counsel: Hillary Arrow Booth, Booth LLP, Los Angeles, California

Witness: Scott D. Carey, Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, Nashville, TennesseeWitness: Ian P. Culver, Booth, LLP, Los Angeles, California

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Witness: James Attridge, Law Offices of James Attridge, San Francisco, CaliforniaWitness: Yvette M. Pace, Kubicki Draper, Orlando, Florida

9:45 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. “Fiery Fatal Wreck Rattles Drivers along I-10!!”: Crisis Management & Communication in the Era of Breaking NewsIn the aftermath of the I-10 collision, inevitably, there will be wall-to-wall media coverage of the somewhat sensational, biased and inflammatory kind. The presenter will discuss effective crisis management and communications techniques to address concerns about public safety and lessen the reputational harm and financial loss suffered by a carrier following a catastrophic incident.

Moderator: Heather C. Devine, Isaacs Co., Toronto, Ontario, CanadaSpeaker: Thomas E. Evans, Wal-Mart U.S. Legal-Merchandising, Marketing & Supply Chain, Bentonville,

Arkansas10:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Refreshment Break10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Getting Paid! Changes to the Rules on Driver Compensation & Other Developments in

Employment LawThis panel will include a discussion of recent court cases and legislation involving the interplay between state and federal laws related to employment and the operation of motor carriers in the United States. In particular, the panel will include a discussion of the wage-and-hour claims, minimum wage laws, the recent sleeper berth litigation as well as the application of the Fair Labor Standards Act to overtime claims. Additionally, the panel will include a discussion of the California meal and rest break litigation that was recently decided in the Ninth Circuit by addressing arguments for preemption, including Federal Aviation Administration Authorization Act preemption, field preemption and other potential arguments.

Moderator: Matthew P. Barrette, Sullivan Hincks & Conway, Oak Brook, IllinoisSpeakers: Mara D. Curtis, Reed Smith LLP, Los Angeles, California

Kevin Kalczynski, Central Transport LLC, Warren, MichiganJustin A. Collins, Prime, Inc., Springfield, Missouri

11:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Diversity in the TLAThe Transportation Lawyers Association has an incredibly strong baseline membership, and that is our greatest asset. Finding ways to develop a more diverse membership can benefit all of us professionally and personally, where “diverse” refers to the varied individual characteristics of our membership, as well as our many varied areas of practice. Join in this roundtable discussion to find out more about TLA’s ongoing diversity initiative and provide feedback to the Membership Committee.

Facilitators: Peggy Smith Bush, Southern Trial Counsel PLC, Orlando, FloridaFritz R. Damm, Scopelitis, Garvin, Light, Hanson & Feary, PLC, Detroit, Michigan

11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. Avoiding & Resolving Ethical Dilemmas in the Practice of Transportation LawEthical dilemmas arise frequently in the everyday practice of law, although they are sometimes difficult to spot, and are often even harder to resolve. Lawyers who practice law across jurisdictional boundaries may be unaware that they could be subject to more than one set of rules of professional conduct, with potentially conflicting obligations. Defense attorneys often walk the line between duties of loyalty and care owed to the insured as their actual client, and loyalty to the insurer as a source of repeat business. In-house counsel can likewise be roped into a game of tug-of-war when they discover that their employers are engaged in dishonest, fraudulent, criminal or unlawful activities. Unintended conflicts could arise when someone in your law office receives that unsolicited email seeking legal representation, which includes far too much information, far too soon. Lawyers may sometimes feel compelled to counsel or assist their clients to do something that isn’t exactly illegal, but isn’t entirely lawful, either, in pursuance of a quick satisfactory result. How do we resolve these problems? Or, better yet: How do we avoid them? Join us for this interactive discussion!

Speaker: James E. Moliterno, Washington & Lee University School of Law, Lexington, Virginia12:45 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Lunch on Your Own2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Pool Volleyball Tournament6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Choctawhatchee Bay Dinner Cruise (Transportation to the boat will begin departing from the

hotel at 5:30 p.m.)10:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. Hospitality Suite

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TLA Annual Conference & CTLA Midyear Meeting

April 26-30, 2016Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa

Destin, Florida

Registration FormTo register online, please visit the TLA website at www.translaw.org and click the link on the Annual Conference page under Conferences & CLE.

STEP ONE: Name Badge & Roster Information (list as you would like it to appear on your name badge)

Registrant’s Name:

Company/Firm:

Address:

City: State/Province: Zip/Postal Code: Country:

Email Address: Telephone Number:

Special Dietary Needs/Allergies: Vegetarian Vegan Gluten Free Kosher Strict Kosher Other:

From what states will you be requesting CLE for this program?

STEP TWO: Liability Waiver & Emergency ContactPlease read and sign. I agree and acknowledge that I am undertaking participation in TLA events and activities as my own free and intentional act and I am fully aware that possible physical injury might occur to me as a result of my participation in these events. I give this acknowledge-ment freely and knowingly and I am, as a result, able to participate in TLA events and I do hereby assume responsibility for my own well-being. I am aware that photographs will be taken during the conference and may be published in The Transportation Lawyer.

Signature: Date:

Emergency Contact: Name Relationship Phone

STEP THREE: Conference RegistrationBy Feb. 26 On/After Feb. 27 Onsite After April 5

Member $775 $825 $950

Non-Member* $1,000* $1,050* $1,125*

Retired Member/Student $500 $500 $500

Spouse/Guest and Children (13 and Older)**

Name: $395 $395 $395

Email:

Name: $395 $395 $395

Email:

Child (4-12)

Name: $125 $125 $125

Child (3 and Younger) FREE

Name:

Please contact the TLA Executive Office at [email protected] for single day/single event pricing.

I am a first-time attendee.

I am Corporate Counsel.

First-time attendees and Corporate Counsel are guaranteed the early rate regardless of when they register.

*$225 of the non-member registration fee will pay for your TLA mem-bership from May 2016 to July 2017, if you meet the membership qualifications, entitling you to attend the Annual Business Meeting as a voting member upon review and approval of membership by the Membership Committee. A member application will be sent to you for completion.

**Spouse/Guest/Child registrations include the Welcome Reception, daily continental breakfast, Thursday Reception and Friday and Saturday evening dinner events.

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STEP FOUR: RSVP for Interactive WorkshopsPlease select which one of the interactive workshops you plan on attending Friday morning.

Transportation 101: Motor Carrier Safety Regulation & Enforcement

Bankruptcy 101: Tools & Tips for the Transportation Lawyer

Canadian Transport Law

STEP FIVE: Special Events Registration(Please print the name of the spouse/guest/child registering for the event on the line provided.)

TUESDAY, APRIL 26 – RAVEN COURSE

Golf Tournament – 12:30 p.m. Tee Time Attendee – $175 Handicap

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27 – BAYTOWNE COURSE

Scramble Format Golf Tournament – 12:30 p.m. Shotgun Start Attendee – $140 Handicap

– $140 Handicap

– $140 Handicap

Tennis Tournament – 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Attendee – $50

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THURSDAY, APRIL 28

Spouse/Guest Tour – Seaside Shopping Excursion with Lunch at the Great Southern Café – 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (Please include name)

– $65

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SATURDAY, APRIL 30

Fun Walk/Run – Beverage included Attendee – $15

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Choctawhatchee Bay Dinner CruiseNo fee for this event. You must RSVP in advance to attend.

Attendee

– Guest

– Guest

PRINTED PROGRAM I want a printed program onsite.

FLASH DRIVE PAPERS & PROCEEDINGS

I cannot attend the meeting, but wish to purchase a copy of the Papers & Proceedings on a flash drive – $100.

STEP SIX: Total FeesFunds MUST be submitted from a U.S. bank in U.S. funds.

Total Registration Fee (from Step 3) $

Total Special Events (from Step 5) $

Total Papers & Proceedings (from Step 5) $

Total Payment Enclosed $

(Payment is due with the registration form.)

STEP SEVEN: Payment Information Check enclosed (please make checks payable to TLA in

U.S. currency drawn on a U.S. bank.)

MasterCard VISA Amex Discover

Card No.:

Exp. Date:

Name as it appears on the card (please print):

Cardholder’s Telephone Number:

Signature:

Cancellation Policy: A $100 cancellation fee will be assessed on reg-istrations cancelled from February 27 through April 5, 2016. After April 5, cancellations will not be accepted. Substitutions will be allowed.

STEP EIGHT: Send Your RegistrationTo register, complete the registration form and return it, along with the appropriate registration fee, to:

✉ Mail: TLA Executive Office P.O. Box 15122 Lenexa, KS 66285-5122

Fax: 913-895-4652, Attn: Susan Hime

Email: [email protected]

Online RegistrationRegistration by credit card can be completed and submitted online via the TLA Website at www.translaw.org. A link to the registration form is located on the Annual Conference page under Conferences & CLE.

10 April 26-30, 2016 Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa Destin, Florida

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ActivitiesGolfTLA’s annual golf tournaments will be held at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa on two different courses. The fees of $175 on Tuesday and $140 on Wednesday include greens fees, golf cart and a boxed lunch. Clubs may be rented at the player’s expense onsite.The courses at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa are designed to offer two distinct experiences with different play-ing characteristics. Unfortunately, they are not within walking distance. If you plan to participate, you may want to consider renting a car or finding someone who has rented a car to ride over to the golf course. The hotel has a shuttle that runs every 30-60 minutes with very limited space.On Tuesday, participants will enjoy the Raven Course, which was designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., and was home to the 2013 NCAA Division III National Championship. It was also voted Florida’s best new course in 2000 by Florida Golf News, and ranked “#14 in Florida” by Golf Magazine. Given four-and-a-half stars by Golf Digest “Best Places to Play,” Raven Golf Club was home to a stop on the PGA Champions Tour in 2006 and 2007.On Wednesday, golfers will play the Baytowne Course, which underwent significant renovations in 2005 by its original archi-tect, Tom Jackson. This course stretches from the Gulf of Mexico to the bay, with magnificent views along the way. Home to the 2013 NCAA Division III National Championship, Baytowne Golf Club has been given four-and-a-half stars in Golf Digest’s “Best Places to Play.” Florida Golf News named it one of the “Top 100 in Florida.”

Welcome ReceptionOn Wednesday, enjoy the evening by reuniting with lifelong friends and meeting first-time attendees and new members during an extended outdoor Welcome Reception on the Sunset Deck. Hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be available. Make sure to arrive in time to attend this exceptional kick-off event!

Spouse/Guest EventOn Thursday, spouses and guests will have the opportunity to enjoy a shopping excursion to the Seaside Shops, along with lunch at the Great Southern Café. The duration of this event is from approximately 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.The quaint village of Seaside is built along 80 acres of Florida’s beautiful Emerald Coast. Seaside offers a thriving town center with shopping and dining, all within walkable distance of homes, cottages and offices. This community offers over 24 boutique shops and art galleries. The town is also well-known as the loca-tion of the classic movie, “The Truman Show.”

TennisTLA’s Annual Tennis Tournament will be held Wednesday after-noon at the nearby courts. Tennis enthusiasts will want to be sure to register for the tournament. The tennis courts are not within walking distance. If you plan to participate in tennis, you may want to consider renting a car or finding someone who has

rented a car to ride to the tennis courts. The hotel has a shuttle that runs every 30-60 minutes with very limited space.

Thursday Evening – Beach Party & BonfireOn Thursday evening, TLA will host a beach bonfire on the west beach of the resort. Come put your feet in the sand and grab your favorite cocktail while warming up near the fire. The Norfolk Southern Lawmen will provide entertainment while you dine on a Caribbean-inspired menu on the Barefoot Deck. Bring your camera for unforgettable pictures of Florida’s beautiful sunsets.

Friday Evening – TLA Annual Banquet (black-tie optional)Join us for our Annual Banquet on Friday evening. The banquet is an anticipated time to celebrate the achievements of your col-leagues as the Distinguished Service and Lifetime Achievement Awards are presented and launch us into the future as the next TLA President is inaugurated. The Cocktail Reception will be held from 6:30 – 7:15 p.m., followed by the banquet.

Saturday Evening – Choctawhatchee Bay Dinner CruisePlan to join us Saturday for a casual and relaxed evening as we board the Solaris yacht for a three-hour cocktail and dinner cruise. Space is limited so please register.Explore the yacht’s three decks while the chefs are preparing your delectable meal. Take in the fresh breeze as well as astounding views of Destin, Florida and the colorful sunset from the sky deck or the panoramic windows in the indoor dining rooms. Talk about a majestic setting for pictures!You must register for the Bay Dinner Cruise in advance on your registration form.

Fun Run/WalkTLA’s Annual Fun Run/Walk will be held Saturday morning 6:30 – 7:30 a.m. Please register for this event.

Pool VolleyballTLA’s Annual Pool Volleyball Tournament will be held on Saturday afternoon from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Spectators, please join us pool-side for the fun. No registration is necessary.

Deep Sea FishingAlthough this event is not being sponsored by TLA, some attendees have expressed interest in deep sea fishing. It is highly recommended that you book your fishing excursion well in advance as this activity does book up quickly. You may contact the Hilton Sandestin concierge to arrange and pay for your excursion. You can reach the hotel at 850-267-9500 or [email protected] hotel also has a “Catch-n-Cook” program where you can arrange for them to cook your catch. For an additional fee, the hotel will prepare your fish to your liking, along with steamed vegetables and your choice of starch for $20 per person.


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