CAAA: What s in the wind?

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1 Academy Education Committee presents an informative mini conference Courtney L. Masterson, Esq., Chair CAAA: What s in the wind? Friday, April 5, 2019 Breakfast & Registration: 8:00 a.m. Conference: 8:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. University of Phoenix 2860 Gateway Oaks Drive Sacramento, CA Course Overview, Speakers, Topics & Registration Follow! Never fear opposition: A kite rises highest when it goes against the wind.

2 CAAA: What s in the wind? Course Description & Overview Have you ever wondered what they talk about at the CAAA Conventions? This mini conference covers four of the major topics discussed at the latest CAAA Convention. We will provide you with the perspective of the applicant s attorneys that were there and provide commentary from the defense attorneys who are defending these issues at the WCAB. Please join us for some in-depth discussion on these issues. Local members of the applicant s bar will discuss what they look for when presented with these topics, with counterpoints on some of these issues provided by members of the defense community. Four hours of CE credits for WCCPs, Claims Examiners, Attorneys MCLE, Legal Specialization in Workers Comp, CCMs and Nurses The Special Line up of Speakers! S. Isaac Escobedo, Esq., Mullen & Filippi Nicholas Matassa, Esq., Smolich and Smolich Permanent Disability: Flying High as a Kite Samuel C. Mullin, III, Esq., Hodson & Mullin Trial v. Settlement: Have You Really Thought This Through? S. Curtis Winter, Esq., Law Offices of S. Curtis Winter Dynamex: Will it Soar in Workers Compensation Proceedings? Joel E. Kautz, Esq., Lenahan, Lee, Slater, Pearse & Majernik, LLP Mark Steinberg, Esq., McMonagle, Steinberg & Hester Weathering the Storm of Doctor Depositions

3 Speakers Bios S. Isaac Escobedo has been practicing law since He began his career as a Deputy District Attorney in Merced County where he gained invaluable litigation experience doing multiple court and jury trials. He was one of three attorneys in the General Felony Department which was usually reserved for attorneys with many more years of experience. He was also a Deputy City Attorney for the City of Merced where he acted as counsel for Parks & Recreation and Code Enforcement. Isaac has been practicing workers' compensation law since June S. Isaac Escobedo, Esq. Isaac is currently Senior Counsel at Mullen & Filippi. Isaac received his law degree from Santa Clara University School of Law in He was a scholarship recipient all three years and was also a Summer Fellow at the East San Jose Community Law Center. He attended the University of California at Davis where he earned degrees in economics and religious studies. Isaac has been married for 11 years and has three children. He enjoys watching movies with his family and acting out movie scenes with his kids. Joel E. Kautz, Esq. was born and raised in Colorado. He obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Colorado State University in In 2009 Joel graduated, With Distinction, from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law. While in law school Joel was part of the Appellate and International Advocacy Honors program and was inducted into the Traynor Honor Society. After graduating from law school Joel worked at a Fortune 500 insurance company handling the company's regulatory compliance concerns. Joel joined the Lenahan law firm in 2011 and currently works in the office's workers' compensation defense practice as an associate attorney. While not practicing law, Joel enjoys spending time with family, friends, his wife Jennifer and his daughter Adelaide. Joel E. Kautz, Esq. Don't ignore the small things, the kite flies because of its tail.

4 Speakers Bios Samuel C. Mullin, III, Esq. is a partner in the California law firm of Hodson & Mullin with offices in Fairfield and Vacaville. The firm represents clients in family law, workers compensation, social security disability and personal injury. Sam graduated from Grove City College, Grove City, PA in 1989 with a B.A. in Political Science. Sam was an Air Force ROTC student in college and was commissioned a Second Lieutenant upon graduation. Sam delayed entry into active duty and attended Capital University Law School, Columbus, OH, graduating in 1982 with a Juris Doctorate. Sam was a member of the Moot Court Team while in law school. Samuel C. Mullin, III, Esq. Sam and his law partner established the firm in Sam represents injured workers before the Workers Compensation Appeals Board, represents claimants before the Social Security Office of Disability Adjudication and Review, and represents plaintiffs in person injury litigation. Sam has been a certified specialist in Workers Compensation Law since Sam is a member of the California Applicants Attorneys Association. Sam is married to Karen, a Home Hospice nurse with Kaiser. Sam has two adult daughters. Nicholas Matassa has been practicing law since 2017, beginning his career at Smolich & Smolich Law Offices. Prior to admission to the California State Bar, Nicholas was a paralegal and hearing representative with Smolich & Smolich. Nicholas attended Lincoln Law School of Sacramento s evening program while working as a hearing representative. He was placed on the Dean s List throughout the entirety of his education, and ultimately graduated Magna Cum Laude and Salutatorian. He also attended the University of California Santa Barbara where he earned his B.A. in political science. When not in the office, he enjoys spending time with his wife paddle boarding, bike riding, hiking, and exploring Northern California. He also has a sincere passion assisting other aspiring lawyers get through law school and prepare for the Bar exam. Nicholas Matassa, Esq.

5 Speakers Bios Mark Steinberg, Esq. was born in Canada, and grew up in Sacramento, graduating from Hiram Johnson High School. He graduated from California State University, Sacramento with honors, with a B.S. in Government in He is a 1988 graduate of King Hall, the Law School at the University of California, Davis. He is licensed to practice in California and the state of Washington. Mark Steinberg, Esq. Mr. Steinberg is a certified specialist in Workers Compensation. His practice is exclusively dedicated to representing injured workers before the California Workers Compensation Appeals Board, with a special focus on Law Enforcement officers. Mr. Steinberg s interests include historical miniature war gaming, reading (military history), and target shooting. Mr. Steinberg has been with the law firm of McMonagle, Steinberg & Hester since S. Curtis Winter, Esq., Law Offices of S. Curtis Winter University of Montana 1984 University of Pacific McGeorge School of Law 1987 Admitted to practice in NY and CA 1988 Represented Applicants and some defendants Since 1988 Spare time- play piano S. Curtis Winter, Esq.

6 Title Sponsorship of Mini Conference ~ $1,000** Making an impact on the work comp community! **Exclusive Sponsorship includes Breakfast, Exhibit Table, Marketing Items, Back Cover of Syllabus for Company/Firm Ad and Host Five Clients! April Mini Conference Syllabus Ads Quarter Page Ad $ 75 Half Page Ad $ 125 Full Page Ad $200 Ads must be submitted by print deadline of March 29, 2019 Title Sponsorship or Ad Insertion Registration & Payment Name: AWCP Member: Yes No (Please print) Company: Phone No. Address: Address: Check Enclosed: Yes No Amount: Payment Information: Visa M/C AMEX Charge Amount: Name (as it appears on credit card): Credit Card Number: Expires: Security Code: Billing Zip Code Number: Ads must be submitted by print deadline of March 28, 2019 Mail, or Fax this form with payment to: AWCP PO Box 760 ~ Rancho Cordova, CA Phone: ~ Fax: ~ connie@awcp.org Dedicated to Networking, Learning and Philanthropy

7 Yes, I want to attend CAAA: What s in the Wind? on Friday, April 5 th at the University of Phoenix in Sacramento Members: $75 Non Members: $100 Attorney Members: $150** Non Member Attorneys: $175** Space is limited to 80 Attendees Registration Deadline is 04/03/19 **Attorney Registration includes both MCLE and Legal Specialization Credits Registration & Payment Name: AWCP Member: Yes No (Please print) Company: Phone No. Address: Address: Check Enclosed: Yes No Amount: Payment Information: Visa M/C AMEX Charge Amount: Name (as it appears on credit card): Credit Card Number: Expires: Security Code: Billing Zip Code Number: Due to space limitations, no refunds after attendee registration deadline of 04/03/19 Mail, or Fax this form with payment to: AWCP PO Box 760 ~ Rancho Cordova, CA Phone: ~ Fax: ~ connie@awcp.org Dedicated to Networking, Learning and Philanthropy