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title: 19th Annual Workers’ Compensation Seminar is Virtual
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# [19th Annual Workers’ Compensation Seminar is Virtual](https://www.lawmh.com/blog/19th-annual-workers-compensation-seminar-is-virtual)

 Written by [Workers' Compensation Group at McCandlish Holton](https://www.lawmh.com/blog/author/workers-compensation-group-at-mccandlish-holton) | Sep 15, 2020 5:59:49 PM

#### **JOIN US FROM ANYWHERE**

** Join us virtually on **October 14, 2020** for the premier workers’ compensation event in the Mid-Atlantic Region presented via webcast from Richmond, Virginia. **

**We are happy to provide you with the same high-quality programming to which you have become accustomed, with the ability to attend from the safety and comfort of your own home or office.**

#### **A FULL DAY OF PROGRAMMING & CE/CEU’s**

Our Annual seminar features a full day of timely and useful information. It includes free CE/CEU’s for adjusters, risk managers, employers, nurse case managers, and brokers. Our application is pending for **up to 7 credits**.

Credits for attending individual sessions are APPROVED for:

- North Carolina Agent/Adjuster
- National Nurse
- CCM
- CRC
- CDMS

The following additional types of credits are APPROVED only to those who attend the full day of programming: 

- Virginia Agent
- Tennessee Agent
- West Virginia Agent
- Maryland Agent/Adjuster

**AGENDA **[[Download](https://www.lawmh.com/hubfs/WCS%202020_Full%20Agenda%20Flyer_FINAL%20(3).pdf)]

## SESSION No. 1 | 8:15 - 9:45 a.m. EST

#### PTSD Diagnosis and Treatment: A Cautionary Tale

- [Dr. Keyhill Sheorn](https://keyhillsheornmd.com/), Psychiatrist, Keyhill Sheorn, M.D.

Analyzing your PTSD claims to determine compensability, diagnosis, treatment and return to work strategies.

#### + PTSD Case Law Update

[Lauren E. Hutcheson](https://www.lawmh.com/attorneys/lauren-e.-hutcheson)

Legislative update on the new Virginia law regarding the compensability of PTSD incurred by a law enforcement officer or a firefighter.

## SESSION No. 2 | 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. EST

#### Crossfire: Claimant v. Defense

#### Opposing Views on Contentious Issues in Workers’ Comp

- Defense Counsel: [Amanda T. Belliveau](https://www.lawmh.com/attorneys/amanda-tapscott-belliveau) & Esther King
- Claimant Counsel: [Kathleen Walsh](https://www.vacomplaw.com/about/our-attorneys/kathleen-g-walsh) & [Mark Broadwell](https://www.forbesbroadwell.com/attorneys-profiles/w-mark-broadwell/)
- Moderator: Joseph McNally

A lively debate of topics including the impact of COVID-19 on workers’ compensation, furloughs and layoffs, work-from-home considerations, and recent controversial cases.

## SESSION No. 3 | 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. EST

#### Getting the Most Out of Your Recorded Statement: Demonstration & Tips

- [Jessica Hacker Trivizas](https://www.lawmh.com/jessica-hacker-trivizas-attorney-bio), [Eva Roffis](https://www.lawmh.com/attorneys/eva-c.-roffis) & Tia Lane

Tips for taking recorded statements, including how to get the most information out of the claimant and dealing with difficult personalities.

## SESSION No. 4 | 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. EST

#### Using Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) for Tactical Investigations

- [Michele Stuart](https://www.jaginvestigations.com/michele-stuart.html), [JAG Investigations](https://www.jaginvestigations.com/)

The internet provides investigators with the ability to ascertain information on subjects efficiently - learn how to utilize correct search patterns and open sources to assist in investigative research.

## SESSION No. 5 | 2:15 - 3:15 p.m. EST

#### 2020 Treatment Options for Hip & Knee Arthritis

- [Dr. Colin Mudrick](https://tuckahoeortho.com/physicians/colin-a-mudrick-md/), Orthopedic Surgeon, [Tuckahoe Orthopaedic Associates](https://tuckahoeortho.com/)

An exploration of treatment options for knee and hip arthritis, ranging from conservative management to surgical intervention.

## SESSION No. 6 | 3:15 - 4:15 p.m. EST

#### Case Law Update

- [Amanda T. Belliveau](https://www.lawmh.com/attorneys/amanda-tapscott-belliveau), [Lauren Hutcheson](https://www.lawmh.com/attorneys/lauren-e.-hutcheson), [Jessica Hacker Trivizas](https://www.lawmh.com/jessica-hacker-trivizas-attorney-bio)

Updates on recent Virginia workers’ compensation caselaw, with arguments presented from both the defense and claimant perspectives.

**REGISTER TODAY**

To register, please email our Marketing & Business Development Manager, [Selena Browne:](mailto:sbrowne@lawmh.com) [sbrowne@lawmh.com.](mailto:sbrowne@lawmh.com)

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