Zausmer, P.C.

One of Michigan’s most respected law firms. We help you resolve complicated legal matters.

As one of Michigan’s most respected firms, we are proud of our reputation for resolving complex legal matters with a creative and pragmatic approach.

09/23/2026

Zausmer is proud to present a continuing education session at the 2026 PIA UnConvention.

Claims from Policy to Trial

A Case Study

Using a real insurance dispute, our attorneys will follow a claim from policy procurement to investigation, coverage analysis, litigation, and trial. The session provides practical insight into the roles of the agent, carrier, claims professional, and defense counsel throughout the claims process.

Presenters
- James C. Wright
- Nathan Scherbarth

Wednesday, October 7, 2026
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Gun Lake Casino | Wayland, Michigan

We hope you'll join us at the PIA UnConvention.

DIFS CEC Information

Course Name: Claims from Policy Inception, Through a Claim, Litigation, and Trial

Provider Number: 1136

Course Number: 97178

Program of Study: Property & Casualty

Approved Hours: 2 (Property/Casualty)

Presentation Method: Classroom with Webinar Option

09/22/2026

On October 1, 2026, join Michigan's leading insurance professionals for a day of learning, discussion, and connection at McKay Tower in Grand Rapids.

Agenda

10:15 Doors Open

10:30-11:00 Brunch & Networking

11:00-11:45 Cell Phone Evidence: Texts, Calls, Locations, and More (Jack Sanders from SuperiorX and Zausmer Attorney Jim Wright)

11:45-12:15 Strategic Discovery: Leveraging Medical Canvassing to Optimize Record Retrieval (Nathan Kadau of LCS Record Retrieval and Nate Hessel of CDI Canvassing)

12:15-1:00 The Record in the Age of AI: What Every Claims Professional and Defense Lawyer Needs to Know Before the Next Deposition (Katerina Garavito of Esquire Deposition Solutions)

1:00-2:00 Expert Roundtable: Use of AI from Initial File Workup to Trial (Zausmer Attorney Jim Wright, Katerina Garavito of Esquire Deposition Solutions, et al.)

2:00-2:15 Break

2:15-3:00 No-Fault Update (Zausmer Attorneys Andrea Kahn and Alex Carpenter)

3:00-4:00 Advanced Impact Biomechanics (Principal Forensic Analyst Shannon Haddox of EFI Global)

4:00-4:45 Neuropsychological Evaluation: An Overview (Robert Fabiano, PhD of ExamWorks)

4:45-6:30 Rooftop Cocktail Hour with Music from the Zausmer Guitar Club

Register at https://tinyurl.com/InsuranceLawUpdateOct2026

09/18/2026

Zausmer’s Fall 2026 Insurance Law Update Seminar is coming up on October 1 at McKay Tower in Grand Rapids. We’re bringing together insurance professionals from across Michigan for a day of learning and networking. We hope you'll join us!

What can medical canvassing uncover before you request the records?

Description: For claims adjusters and defense attorneys, waiting for medical records can lead to missed deadlines and drawn-out claims. This presentation will provide an overview of the medical canvassing process and how it can be used to uncover a claimant’s prior medical history. Rather than relying on information provided by the claimant, medical canvassing can identify a range of healthcare networks to establish a timeline of treatment and facility locations. Attendees will also learn how medical canvassing can streamline record retrieval by directing requests to specific providers regarding the claimant’s treatment history.

Presenters: Nathan Kadau | LCS Record Retrieval and Nate Hessel | President of CDI Canvassing

Nathan Kadau works with law firms and claims professionals on record retrieval services and solutions. As Regional Sales Director at LCS Record Retrieval, he helps clients navigate the record retrieval process and identify services that fit their needs.

Nate Hessel is President of CDI Canvassing, where he works with insurance carriers, TPAs, self-insured organizations, SIUs, and claims professionals on medical canvassing solutions. He has more than a decade of insurance industry experience and focuses on using canvassing data to support claims strategy and decision-making.

Learn how to find the records you need.

Register now at https://tinyurl.com/InsuranceLawUpdateOct2026

Schedule Overview

10:15 Doors Open
10:30 Brunch & Networking
11:00 Insurance Law Update Seminar
4:45 Rooftop Cocktail Hour with Music by the Zausmer Guitar Club

09/16/2026

Zausmer celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month Month and the history, culture, and achievements of Hispanic Americans.

09/15/2026

What can a cell phone tell you about a claim—and how do you get the information you need?

Jack Sanders, Account Manager at SuperiorX Investigations, and Zausmer Shareholder James Wright will explore the texts, calls, location data, and other information that can be recovered from cell phones, using real-world examples to show what a forensic download can uncover. They will also cover the legal procedures for obtaining cell phone data and the practical and legal considerations involved in using it in a claim or litigation.

See what cell phone evidence can reveal.

Register now at https://tinyurl.com/InsuranceLawUpdateOct2026

Schedule Overview

10:15 Doors Open

10:30 Brunch & Networking

11:00 Insurance Law Update Seminar

4:45 Rooftop Cocktail Hour with Music by the Zausmer Guitar Club

09/09/2026

On October 1, 2026, join mid-Michigan's leading insurance professionals for a day of practical learning, thoughtful discussion, and industry connection.

- Brunch buffet
- Presentations on timely claims and coverage issues
- Rooftop cocktail reception, including live music from Zausmer's own Guitar Club.

McKay Tower | Grand Rapids, MI

Don't miss out! Register at https://tinyurl.com/InsuranceLawUpdateOct2026

09/08/2026

Devin Sullivan advises government agencies, utilities, and businesses on eminent domain and complex property matters, helping clients advance major public infrastructure projects and resolve disputes at trial and on appeal. During his 15 years at Zausmer, he has worked on some of Michigan’s largest highway, utility, and renewable energy projects and established himself as an authority on eminent domain law.

Congratulations on 15 years at Zausmer, Devin! We value your exceptional work, dedication to our clients, and contributions to the legal profession and our community.

08/31/2026

AI can save time in litigation support—but what risks come with that efficiency?

Description: AI is changing how depositions are captured, how transcripts are summarized, and how claims files are reviewed. Misuse has already produced sanctions, excluded expert reports, and a published Michigan opinion holding a lawyer personally liable for citations that never existed. This session separates what AI does well in litigation support from where it measurably fails, and covers what Michigan law requires of the people who make and certify the record. Attendees will leave with a practical framework for capturing the efficiency without inheriting the risk, including a vendor-diligence checklist they can use the next morning.

Presenter: Katerina Garavito | Director of Enterprise Accounts at Esquire Deposition Solutions

Katerina advises insurance carriers and defense firms on deposition and record retrieval strategy, litigation-support technology, and the secure handling of sensitive claims material. She works with clients nationwide to evaluate AI-assisted transcription, summarization, and remote deposition tools, with a focus on cost, turnaround time, security, and record integrity.

Learn where AI helps--and where the risks begin.

Register at https://tinyurl.com/InsuranceLawUpdateOct2026

08/24/2026

Zausmer attorneys are active in professional organizations that help strengthen and advance the legal profession. We wish Nathan Scherbarth all the best in his role on the Michigan Defense Trial Counsel Board for the 2026–2027 fiscal year!

08/20/2026

We are thrilled to announce that eleven Zausmer attorneys have been named in The Best Lawyers in America for 2027. This prestigious recognition places them in the top five percent of lawyers in Michigan across various practice areas.

Best Lawyers in America 2027

- Mischa M. Boardman: Commercial Litigation, Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
- Michael L. Caldwell: Environmental Law and Environmental Litigation
- Stephen R. Estey: Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, Land Use and Zoning Law, Real Estate Litigation, Real Estate Law, Utilities Law
- Brandon S. Heintzelman: Insurance Law
- Jeremy M. Mullett: Insurance Law
- Cinnamon A. Plonka: Insurance Law, Insurance Litigation
- A. Adam Post: Insurance Law
- Michael A. Schwartz: Insurance Litigation, Real Estate Litigation
- Devin R. Sullivan: Commercial Litigation, Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
- Darice E. Weber: Product Liability Litigation
- Mark J. Zausmer: Commercial Litigation, Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law

Additionally, five Zausmer attorneys earned the honor of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America. This title recognizes exceptional legal professionals who have been in practice for less than a decade.

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch 2027

- Christopher B. Best: Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation
- John A. Lewsley: Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
- Brent R. Lockwood: Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, and Labor & Employment Litigation
- Branden T. Prather: Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
- Stephanie L. Strycharz: Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, and Personal Injury Litigation

Congratulations to all our honored attorneys for their remarkable accomplishments and dedication to excellence in the legal profession.

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Farmington Hills, MI
48334

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