Wood Smith Henning & Berman is pleased to share that New York partner Nicole Aldridge-Henry will be a featured speaker at the 2026 Focus Conference, taking place June 17-18, 2026, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Nashville Downtown.
Nicole will participate in Session 5, Transportation Managing Risk and Transportation and Premises Claims, on June 18, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. She will join fellow thought leaders Christopher Celentano of Sompo International Insurance, Diane Stephens of Triton Claims Management, LLC, and Alecia Walters-Hinds of Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith, LLP, in a dynamic roundtable. The discussion will highlight evolving risks and defense strategies shaping transportation and premises liability claims.
The Focus Conference is a high-energy, collaborative event designed for mid-to-senior level claims and litigation professionals. Featuring five targeted tracks- Cyber, Property, Subrogation, Transportation, and Claims & Litigation Management- the conference emphasizes interactive sessions that foster open dialogues, practical problem-solving, and meaningful professional connections.
The session will explore how transportation and premises claims continue to present complex and shifting challenges for insurers. The panel will examine emerging litigation trends, aggressive defense strategies, and how carriers are refining coverage approaches to address new and evolving exposures. The discussion will also highlight how insurers are enhancing risk management through proactive safety and compliance initiatives, including employee training and operational best practices. Finally, the panel will address the growing use of artificial intelligence and data analytics to improve claims handling efficiency, better assess risk, and control costs.
"The challenges facing carriers in transportation and premises claims are evolving rapidly," said Aldridge-Henry. "This session is designed to offer practical, forward-looking strategies that can make a meaningful difference in managing risk and achieving better outcomes."
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