MWCEA Conference Agenda
Tuesday, September 16 cont. Moderator: Shelby Dubato, LCSW-C, CCM, CDMS, CLCP, CRC (Moderator and Vocational Expert Witness) Panel: Matthew D. Trollinger, Esq. – Trollinger Law, LLC Nancy Courson Cooke, Esq. – The Law Offices of Dirska & Levin, LLC Commissioner: Hon. Allan H. Kittleman 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Only Time Will Tell: Recent Case Law Updates and Their Impact An in-depth look at workers' compensation decisions from the newly named Appellate Court of Maryland and Supreme Court of Maryland, featuring expert commentary on appellate cases heard since October 2024. Explore key rulings and their implications for future claims and legal interpretations. Moderator: Lyndsey B. Meninger, Esq., MBA, Chesapeake Employers 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. Lunch and Learn: Fins to the Left, Claims to the Right: Death Benefits Demystified When the music stops, the claims begin. This session cuts through the fog of Workers' Compensation death benefits—how to file, who gets paid, how much, which statute applies, and more. Whether you're new to the topic or need a refresher, come ready to demystify the process! Moderator: Matthew D. Gordon, Esq., Law Offices of Mitch Gordon Panel: Rachel W. Samakow, Esq.—Chesapeake Employers' Insurance Company Kenrick F. Roberts, Esq.—Berman, Sobin, Gross, LLP Commissioner: Hon. Asha Joseph Jefferson 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. Kids’ Chance One Mile Fun Run/Walk (Beach side/Hotel) 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. : Fins Up Party (Atlantic Ballroom) SPONSORED BY: Dr. Jeffrey D. Gaber & Associates, P.A. Insurance Company/Injured Workers Insurance Fund Panel: Matthew Engler, Esq. Berman, Sobin, and Gross, LLP Lauren Waltrop, Esq., Humphreys, McLaughlin & McAleer, LLC Commissioner: Hon. Tracey Parker-Warren 12:15 PM- Break /Get Box Lunch
SAVE THE DATE Sept. 27-30, 2026
Special Thanks To Our Sponsors (as of 5/1/25) Opening Reception: Franklin & Prokopik Conference Bags: Excelsia Injury Care Conference Program Book: Semmes Breakfast with the Commissioners: RescueMeds Monday & Tuesday Continental Breakfasts: Monday Evening Social: CHASENBOSCOLO Lanyards: Mid-Maryland Musculoskeletal Institute Directory Bookmarker: MN Lawyers Mutual Insurance Co Hotel Shuttle: Transcend Services, Inc. Registration Staff: Workers' Compensation Commission Monday Photo Booth: GodwinTirocchi, LLC GodwinTirocchi, LLC Tuesday Photo Booth: Erlandson, Vernon & Daney, LLC Erlandson, Vernon & Daney, LLC Speaker Sponsor: CORVEL Contact us at info@mwcea.net for additional sponsorship opportunities!
Wednesday, September 17
8:30 a.m. BREAKFAST WITH THE COMMISSIONERS: SPONSORED BY: RESCUE MEDS 9:00 - 9:15 a.m. ALFRED M. PORTH MEMORIAL AWARD 9:15 - 9:45 a.m. MD Workers' Compensation Commission Report Hon. Maureen E. Quinn, Maryland Workers’ Compensation Commission 9:45- 10:00 a.m. GRAND PRIZE DRAWING
You must be present to win! Limit one prize per attendee! Presenter: Andrea J. Ball, Executive Director, MWCEA CONFERENCE LODGING
TRANSPORTATION Transcend Services, Inc. is offering a complimentary shuttle service from the overflow hotels to the host hotel. The shuttle runs every 15 minutes during the times indicated: Monday & Tuesday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. CAROUSEL RESORT 800-641-0011 PRINCESS ROYALE 800-476-9253 Shuttles provided by Transcend Services, Inc. ASHORE RESORT (Conference Location) 410-524-3535 ashoreresortoceancity.com 10100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 Please note: The hotel requires a SEVEN day cancellation policy in advance of this conference. OVERFLOW HOTELS:
Wednesday, 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Other times can be requested...
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