BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Pennsylvania Defense Institute - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Pennsylvania Defense Institute X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://padefense.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Pennsylvania Defense Institute REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260422T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260422T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T151830 CREATED:20260223T220005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T125419Z UID:5186-1776859200-1776862800@padefense.org SUMMARY:PDI LUNCH TIME WEBINAR - "Commercial Vehicle Accident Analysis" - APRIL 22\, 2026 @ 12:00 P.M. DESCRIPTION:Tracie Eckstein Jones\, ACTAR\, CFEI from RIMKUS will present this webinar designed to describe the necessity for commercial vehicle accident reconstruction and the methodologies involved in conducting a successful commercial vehicle accident reconstruction.  She will use case studies to illustrate  and demonstrate the methodologies utilized and presented. \nMs. Jones holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and Psychology and served as a police officer for 20 years and during her tenure as a police officer has investigated hundreds of serious and fatal vehicle collisions for the Baltimore County Police Department involving motor vehicles\, commercial vehicles\, motorcycles\, and pedestrians.  She is a certified Child Seat Safety Technician proving her with special knowledge in the inspection of child safety seats. \nMs. Jones’ areas of expertise include private motor vehicle\, commercial motor vehicle\, motorcycle\, and pedestrian/bicycle v. vehicle crash reconstruction. She is experienced in Event Data Recorder analysis for passenger vehicles and heavy truck engines\, seatbelt analysis\, and rollover crash reconstruction.  She also has extensive training and experience with crash scene mapping using a total station and a 3D laser mapping system. \nDO NOT MISS THIS VERY INFORMATIVE WEBINAR.  GET 1 PACLE CREDIT.  BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR REGISTRATION MATERIALS TO BE SENT IN THE NEAR FUTURE. \nDownload the PDF form here >> URL:https://padefense.org/event/pdi-lunch-time-webinar-commercial-vehicle-accident-analysis-april-22-2026-1200-p-m/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260429T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260429T183000 DTSTAMP:20260425T151830 CREATED:20260309T164200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T160850Z UID:5201-1777474800-1777487400@padefense.org SUMMARY:PDI WEST DISTRICT OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS AND VERSED SPRING FLING HAPPY HOUR DESCRIPTION:PDI West District Officers and Directors and PDI sponsor VERSED invites you to a Spring Fling Happy Hour on Wednesday\, April 29\, 2026 @ City Works\, 2 PPG Place\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15222 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.  Come join your colleagues and friends for a late afternoon of good conversation\, relaxation\, and refreshing beverages and food.  PDI thanks VERSED for proving this great event.  BE ON THE LOOK OUT FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATION THAT WILL BE PROVIDED CLOSER TO THE EVENT. \nDownload the PDF form here >> \n\n\n\n \n \n West District Spring Fling At City Works 2026\n \n \n FacebookThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.1st Attendee Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n 2nd attendee Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n 3rd attendee Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Phone*Address* \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n Number of Attendees* URL:https://padefense.org/event/pdi-west-district-officers-and-directors-and-versed-spring-fling-happy-hour/ CATEGORIES:Social Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260511T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260511T163000 DTSTAMP:20260425T151830 CREATED:20260420T205437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T205437Z UID:5236-1778511600-1778517000@padefense.org SUMMARY:PDI YOUNG LAWYER COMMITTEE ROUNDTABLE DESCRIPTION:Join other young lawyers in a roundtable conversation regarding broadening your personal and professional network to assist in marketing your practice through visibility opportunities.  Learn and discuss PDI activities that will enhance your visibility\, networking\, and leadership opportunities.  Discuss ideas on what activities are or should be provided to young lawyers through membership in organizations such as PDI.  The purpose of the meeting is to provide young lawyers with a forum to discuss general law practice concerns\, issues\, and to share ideas to assist them in the practice of law.  This is also an opportunity to discuss what benefits/opportunities/activities PDI can offer to enhance your membership.  Leadership opportunities in becoming liaison with the Executive Committee and overseeing al Small Sub-Committees\, i.e. Annual Conference Liaison\, Online programming and webinars\, planning and implement networking and social events.  Additionally\, discussion will be related to Liaison roles in substantive committees\, such as\, Amicus Committee\, General Liability Committee\, Legislative Affairs Committee\, Motor Vehicle Committee\, Products Liability Committee\, Professional Liability Committee\, Publications/COUNTERPOINT Committee\, Social Media/Communications Committee\, and Workers’ Compensation Committee and other committees that can enhance your experience\, knowledge and support your specific area of practice. URL:https://padefense.org/event/pdi-young-lawyer-committee-roundtable/ CATEGORIES:Committee Round Table END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260513T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260513T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T151830 CREATED:20250827T175033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T175033Z UID:5047-1778666400-1778673600@padefense.org SUMMARY:PDI BOARD MEETING DESCRIPTION: URL:https://padefense.org/event/pdi-board-meeting-31/ CATEGORIES:Board Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260527T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260527T193000 DTSTAMP:20260425T151830 CREATED:20260324T161012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T165258Z UID:5217-1779901200-1779910200@padefense.org SUMMARY:PDI/PAJ TRIAL ACADEMY REGISTRATION AND RECEPTION DESCRIPTION:Pennsylvania Defense Institute (PDI) and Pennsylvania Association for Justice (PAJ) welcomes registrants to the Trial Academy.  Registrants will register and participate in a reception for networking and collegial conversation \nDownload the PDF form here >> \n\n\n \n \n PDI Trial Academy 2026\n \n \n NameThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.1st Attendee Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n 2nd attendee Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n 3rd attendee Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Phone*Address* \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n Attendees*\n \n \n PDI Member ($650 ea.)\n Registration cost for event & courses only - room registration is separateNumber of Attendees*Total\n $0.00 URL:https://padefense.org/event/pdi-paj-trial-academy-registration-and-reception/ CATEGORIES:Continuing Legal Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260528T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260528T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T151830 CREATED:20260324T161357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T162736Z UID:5219-1779955200-1779987600@padefense.org SUMMARY:PDI/PAJ TRIAL ACADEMY - DAY 1 OF INSTRUCTION DESCRIPTION:PDI and PAJ faculty will great the registrants to begin a full day of education and practice trial skills.  The problem case will have been distributed to the registrants in advance and will be used throughout the Trial Academy.  The instruction and group sessions will involve trial theory and case framing and opening statements.  The afternoon session will include discussion on direct and cross examination with the ability to practice. URL:https://padefense.org/event/pdi-paj-trial-academy-day-1-of-instruction/ CATEGORIES:Continuing Legal Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260529T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260529T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T151830 CREATED:20260324T162418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T162418Z UID:5221-1780041600-1780059600@padefense.org SUMMARY:PDI/PAJ TRIAL ACADEMY - DAY 2 DESCRIPTION:Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice P. Kevin Brobson and Justice Kevin Dougherty will speak to the registrants followed by discussion and group sessions related to expert direct and cross examination and closing statements.  The Academy will conclude with a session of self assessment and questions and answers. URL:https://padefense.org/event/pdi-paj-trial-academy-day-2/ CATEGORIES:Continuing Legal Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260617T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260617T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T151830 CREATED:20250827T175906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T175906Z UID:5063-1781690400-1781697600@padefense.org SUMMARY:PDI EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING DESCRIPTION: URL:https://padefense.org/event/pdi-executive-committee-meeting-21/ CATEGORIES:Executive Committee Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260729T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260729T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T151830 CREATED:20250827T175216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T175216Z UID:5049-1785348000-1785355200@padefense.org SUMMARY:PDI BOARD MEETING AT ANNUAL CLE & CONFERENCE - OMNI BEDFORD SPRINGS RESORT DESCRIPTION: URL:https://padefense.org/event/pdi-board-meeting-at-annual-cle-conference-omni-bedford-springs-resort/ CATEGORIES:Board Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260730T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260730T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T151830 CREATED:20250827T175314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T212804Z UID:5051-1785398400-1785430800@padefense.org SUMMARY:PDI ANNUAL CLE & CONFERENCE DESCRIPTION:  \n\n \n \n Annual CLE & Conference 2026\n Registration for Annual CLE & Conference 2026 \n \n LinkedInThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Registrant Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Firm/Company Name*Associate/Partner Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n RegistrationIncludes two breakfasts\, one lunch\, hospitality socials\, president's reception\, and 6 CLE creditsMember Attorney Registration Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $495.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Bring Associate/Partner Discount Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $275.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Non-Member Attorney Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $625.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Insurance Professionals Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $200.00\n \n \n Quantity \n ActivitiesGolf Tournament Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $165.00\n \n \n Quantity \n President's Reception for Spouse\, Guest or ChildrenSpouse/Guest Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $70.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Children Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $35.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Total\n $0.00\n \n Spouse\, Guest's\, and Children's Names Please use the plus symbol to add additional names. URL:https://padefense.org/event/pdi-annual-cle-conference-4/ CATEGORIES:Annual Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260731T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260731T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T151830 CREATED:20250827T175412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T213710Z UID:5053-1785484800-1785499200@padefense.org SUMMARY:PDI ANNUAL CLE & CONFERENCE @ OMNI BEDFORD SPRINGS RESORT DESCRIPTION:Annual CLE & Conference 2026 Sponsors\n Registration for Annual CLE & Conference 2026 \n \n FacebookThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Registrant Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Firm/Company Name*Associate/Partner Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Wednesday\, July 29\, 2026Choose from the items below to sponsor.Early Arrivals Mixer; Officers\, Directors and Committee Chairs Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $200.00\n \n \n Quantity \n 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.mPDI Welcome Reception Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $350.00\n \n \n Quantity \n 8:30 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.Thursday\, July 30\, 2026Choose from the items below to sponsor.Registration and Breakfast – First Ladies Lounge Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $350.00\n \n \n Quantity \n 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.Lunch\, PDI Business Meeting & Awards Ceremony – Colonnade Room Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $250.00\n \n \n Quantity \n 12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.Golf Tournament Hole Sponsorship Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $200.00\n \n \n Quantity \n 1:15 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.President’s Reception and Dinner – The Mill Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $900.00\n \n \n Quantity \n 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Friday\, July 31\, 2026Choose from the items below to sponsor.Registration and Breakfast – First Ladies Lounge Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $350.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Total\n $0.00 URL:https://padefense.org/event/pdi-annual-cle-conference-omni-bedford-springs-resort/ CATEGORIES:Annual Conference END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR