14th annual national worker's compensation and disability conference® & expo

Risk & Insurance, Sept 1, 2005

November 15-17, 2005 Lakeside Center at McCormick Place Chicago

CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS

Now in its 14th year, the National Workers' Compensation and Disability Conference[R] & Expo is the leading and most comprehensive conference available for anyone involved in the disability or workers' comp industries. Each year, hundreds of workers' comp, disability, risk, HR and insurance professionals gather in Chicago to get the practical advice and cutting-edge strategies needed to stay ahead in the challenging workers' comp and disability arenas. Take a few minutes to look through this brochure and see all the practical advice, proven strategies and how-to guidance this cutting-edge conference will give you--to help you succeed in today's demanding workers' comp environment.

OPENING KEYNOTE

Raising the Bar in Medical Case Management--And Other Workers' Compensation Innovations

Richard Pimentel, Senior Partner, Milt Wright & Associates, Granada Hills, Calif.

Tuesday Nov. 15:8:30-9:30 a.m.

Richard Pimentel is back--and questioning what's never been questioned before. This high-energy, popular speaker and return-to-work expert will change the way you think about getting injured workers back on the job sooner--while saving precious workers' comp dollars. What's the key to this new, innovative model? RTW without medical restriction forms. But that's just one of the numerous changes in workers' compensation. Where's the field going? What's driving your claims? What's happening and what can you do to stay ahead of the game? Find out, as this well-known workers' comp consultant, professional trainer, author and keynote speaker kicks the 14th Annual National Workers' Compensation and Disability Conference[R] & Expo into high gear.

2005 Theodore Roosevelt Workers' Compensation & Disability Management Awards

Tuesday, Nov. 15:12-1:45 p.m.

Join us in honoring the winners of Risk & Insurance[R] Magazine's best workers' compensation and disability programs of the year. The Risk & Insurance[R] Workers' Compensation Awards honor President Theodore Roosevelt who pioneered the first federal workers' compensation legislation in the United States.

Tuesday Luncheon Speakers

How to Survive a Multi-day Conference

Michael Melnik, Founder and President, Prevention Plus, Inc., Minneapolis

Tuesday, Nov. 15:12:45-1 p.m.

Spending the morning sitting in sessions and standing in the expo area, combined with changes in sleeping, eating and exercise routines can make you lose steam and detract from your overall conference experience. Don't let that happen! Health and safety expert Michael Melnik has some simple tips on sitting, standing, stretching, eating and sleeping to help you survive the conference--and thrive!

Make a Difference--Leave a Legacy

Michael L. Altshuler, President and CEO, Mem-Cards, Hypoluxo, Fla.

Tuesday, Nov. 15:1-1:45 p.m.

How would you like to achieve a feeling of happiness, peace and balance in your life as easily as flipping a light switch? Motivational speaker Michael Altshuler has just the answer! In this powerful presentation, he'll show you the secrets to reaching deep-down happiness, fulfillment and success. Plus, you learn how to create positive energy at work and home, do what matters most, and live a core set of values that leave a legacy. This inspiring journey will touch your heart, feed your soul and stimulate your mind!

Wednesday Keynote The ADA and Workers' Compensation: Is the Dream Being Realized?

Michael Lotito, Partner, Jackson Lewis LLP, San Francisco

Wednesday, Nov. 16:11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

When the ADA was enacted, few thought about its connection to the workers' compensation system. Nonetheless, an injured worker may very well be someone with a disability entitled to reasonable accommodation--or even a person with a serious health condition under the FMLA. On a daily basis, employers are struggling with these concepts. And now to add to the confusion, the National Council on Disability is attacking the vast majority of court decisions interpreting the ADA and seeking a major amendment to the statute to bring it in line with its original "purpose."

What does all this mean to an aging workforce? To a litigious society? To a workers' compensation system which many say isn't working? And how can a "win-win" situation be created? Join Michael Lotito, one of the top-rated presenters last year, to get insights into this complex state of affairs.

Thursday Keynote Batteries Not Included: The Energized Approach for Creating a Safe, Healthy and Productive Workplace

Michael Melnik, Founder and President, Prevention Plus, Inc., Minneapolis

Thursday, Nov. 17:9-10:15 a.m.

Does your company have difficulty starting and sustaining programs? Is accountability a rarity? Is it nearly impossible to get employee buy-in and participation for new projects and ideas? Learn how to ensure the success of new programs and rejuvenate ones that have fallen short of expectations in this energizing keynote. Michael Melnik will show you how to create an environment that invites participation at all organization levels; makes training classes well received, effective and fun; is conducive to new ideas and creative solutions; and ensures maximum ROI on health and safety efforts. Best of all, you'll leave with 10 essential energy sources to create a safe, healthy and productive workplace where employees are motivated, receptive and involved.