Join the National Association of Consumer Advocates for the Bi-Annual Auto Fraud Conference
August 3rd 2012 at 1:00 PM- August 5th 2012 at 1:00 PM
Clearwater, FL at the Sheraton Sand Key (Just west of Tampa, FL)
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The cost for this years conference will be $575.00. However, members can save $100.00 by registering for the conference before July 1, 2012. Registration is now available in the Members Only Section of our website. Additionally the Sheraton Sand Key is pleased to offer a special group rates to Auto Fraud Conference Attendees (Single- $109 / Double- $109). In order to receive these special group rates, attendees should call the Reservations Department at (727) 595 1611 and identify themselves as with the Auto Fraud Conference Group. Reservation requests may also be faxed to (727) 596 1117. A night’s deposit is required at the time of reservation.
NACA’s 2012 Auto Fraud Conference will include:
- Complimentary Breakfasts
- Opening Beachfront Evening Reception
- Plenary Luncheon
- Expert Speakers
NACA’s Auto Fraud Conference provides NACA members with the opportunity to convene while discussing and learning about various issues regarding the legal practice of auto fraud. The conference will provide attendees with the unique opportunity to walk through the steps of an auto fraud case from beginning to end in different sessions. The event includes invited speakers, keynotes, and training by top experts that is relevant, useful, and economical.
The NACA Auto Fraud Conference will be held Aug 3 – 5 at the Sheraton Sand Key Resort in Clearwater Beach, just west of Tampa, FL. Get away, and learn while you play! The Sheraton Sand Key Resort is a matchless vacation experience on Clearwater Beach, overlooking the breathtaking Gulf of Mexico and Intracoastal Waterway. Look no further than award winning Rusty’s Bistro for your specialty dining experience-the best in Clearwater Beach! Nothing surpasses the scenery and hospitality of Sheraton’s Sand Key Resort. The resort is located conveniently close to Tampa International Airport and other world famous attractions such as Disney World, Bush Gardens, and The Dali.
The Sheraton Sand Key Resort is right on 10 acres of the white sands Sand Key Beach. You can order snacks and tropical drinks right on the beach without leaving your umbrella! The Sand Key Park and Preserve is an unparalleled experience in Barrier Island wildlife and is recognized as one of the foremost shell beaches of the region. And at dusk, nothing compares to the view of our Clearwater Beach sunset from the beach. Or, enjoy taking a swim in the beachfront pool and then warming up in the evening on the pool deck in the Jacuzzi.
The Sheraton’s Sand Key Suncoast Fitness Center is the perfect place to get in a workout or relax and get a message! Situated on the resort’s top floor, Sheraton Fitness Powered by Core Performance is outfitted with Life Fitness machines, providing the preeminent equipment in the fitness industry. Challenge yourself and indulge yourself simultaneously while working out and taking in the expansive views of the Gulf of Mexico.
Conference Schedule
Friday August 3, 2012
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9:30-11:30 am Beginner’s Session, Autofraud 101
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Official Conference Start 1:00 PM: Opening Remarks – Chelsea Langston
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1:00-2:30 pm Intake, Issue Identification, Investigation, Planning (Introduction of speakers by Ron Burdge)
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2:30-3:30 pm Planning for Trial: Motions in Limine, Order of Evidence, Etc
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3:45-4:45 pm Planning for Trial: Exhibits and Demonstrative Evidence Use
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4:45-5:45 pm Voir Dire
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6:00-7:00 pm Reception
Saturday August 4th, 2012
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7:30-8:30 am Breakfast
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8:30-9:30 am Opening Statements
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9:30-10:30 am Def Called as on Cross, Strategy & Tactics, Pro & Con
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10:45 am-11:45 pm Consumer, Direct & Cross
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12:00-1:15pm Plenary Lunch
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1:15-2:15 pm Consumer Expert, Direct & Cross
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2:15-3:15 pm 3rd Party Witness Testimony
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3:30-4:30 pm Defense Case Tips: Handling Your Cross Exam of Def Witnesses
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4:30-5:30 pm The Defense Expert: Tactics for Cross Exam
Sunday August 5th, 2012
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7:30-8:30 am Breakfast
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8:30-9:30 am The Consumer’s Rebuttal Case
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9:30-10:30 am The Consumer’s Closing Argument
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10:45-11:45 am Defense Closing & the Consumer’s Rebuttal Argument
- 11:45 am -12:45 pm
For more details on the conference take a look at at the Auto Fraud Brochure.
