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December 6-7, 2012Westin St. Francis Hotel

San Francisco, CA

— Seminar TopicS —

Defending Your Case Through Social Media and In Court • Bullying and Hazing – Public Entity Liability • Howell – Discovery Tools, Burdens

of Proof, Liens and More • CCP, § 998 and Disappearing Dollars • ADA Employment Claims – Expanded Definition of Disability • and More

53rd Annual Meeting — Knowledge is Power 1

President’s President’s President’s WelcomeWelcomeWelcome

lease join us on December 6-7, 2012 for the 53rd Annual Meeting of the Association of Defense Counsel of Northern California and Nevada (ADC), which will once again be held at the historic Westin St. Francis

on Union Square, in beautiful San Francisco, CA.

“Knowledge is Power” is the theme this year. Second Vice-President Linda Lynch has put together another excellent line up of seminars that will bring you up-to-date on many of the ever-changing, timely issues pertinent to our civil defense practices. In addition to obtaining your MCLE credits, the Annual Meeting is a wonderful time to network and socialize with old friends and also a time to meet new friends and business associates.

The Annual Meeting will start out with the always popular “Year in Review,” which will summarize the important 2012 appellate decisions. We also have a panel of experts who will analyze the California Supreme Court decision in Howell v. Hamilton Meats from a practical standpoint and will provide practice pointers ranging from discovery tools to verdict forms. Additionally, the Secondary Medicare Payor Act remains a “constantly changing playing field.” Our panel will provide you with a current update to help you to effectively handle these issues in your practice. The ADA Amendment Act and new government regulations have expanded the definition of the term “disability,” and a panel will address the strategies for defending disability discrimination claims after these changes. Another panel will provide tips on the use of §998 Offers and help you negotiate the potential traps and pitfalls of this cost shifting statute.

We are also offering sessions on cutting edge topics that will address such subjects as defending your case, not only in court, but in the social media that is now a pervasive part of our lives. For public entity practitioners, learn how to defend bullying and hazing cases, another developing area of potential legal liability. There are Construction Defect and Medical Malpractice panels for these specialty areas, as well. Lastly, both young lawyers and seasoned lawyers can benefit from the panels on “Rainmaking,” legal ethics and substance abuse.

After a long day of seminars, please join us in the Grand Ballroom for the President’s Reception. This is always an elegant event and it is excellent way to kick off the holiday season with friends, fine food and holiday beverages.

On Friday, our CDC Legislative Advocate, Mike Belote, should have much to report about on legislation and budget issues impacting the judiciary, especially in this election year. Mike Schonbuch will give an engaging presentation on jury selection, followed by inspirational speaker, Dr. Martha Kanter. We are honored to have Attorney General Kamala Harris as our Guest Speaker this year. She has been described as one of California’s “fastest rising political stars,”

and we look forward her dynamic and entertaining presentation.

My term as President will end at the Annual Meeting. It has been an honor to serve as your President this year. Greg Pike will be installed as President for 2013, and under his leadership, he and your Board of Directors will keep the ADC one of the preeminent defense organizations supporting defense practitioners.

I look forward to seeing you at the December Annual Meeting of the ADC!

John M. Vrieze2012 ADCNCN President

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Schedule At-a-GlanceSchedule At-a-GlanceSchedule At-a-GlanceThursday, December 6, 2012TIME TRACK A TRACK B TRACK C

8:45 am – 9:00 am Welcome and Annual Business MeetingFIRST MORNING SESSION 9:00 am – 10:30 am

2012 –The Year in Review

10:30 am – 10:45 am BreakSECOND MORNING SESSION 10:45 am – 12:00 noon

Indemnify THIS! – The Changing Landscape of Contractual Indemnity Rights and Obligations

Howell – Now What?

Identifying and Addressing Bias Against Women and People of Color in the Legal Profession

12:00 noon – 1:30 pm Lunch on OwnFIRST AFTERNOON SESSION 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Defending Your Case Through Social Media and In Court

Disappearing Dollars: How Section 998 Offers Can Make or Break Your Case

Mystery of Medicare Uncovered, Part V

2:30 pm – 2:45 pm BreakSECOND AFTERNOON SESSION 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm

Bullying and Hazing – Public Entity Liability

Defending Physicians Before the California Medical Board – The Inside Story

Substance Abuse in the Legal Profession: Prevention – Detection – Treatment

3:45 pm – 4:00 pm Break – Vendor PrizesTHIRD AFTERNOON SESSION 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Avoiding and Defending ADA Claims Under the Expanded Definition of Disability

What’s New in California Insurance Litigation – and What’s In It for Me?

Rainmaking: Strategies for Successful Associate Marketing

SUB-LAW SECTIONS MEETINGS 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm

• Construction• Employment• Insurance• Landowner Liability• Litigation• Medical Malpractice Defense• Public Entity• Toxic Torts• Transportation• Young Lawyers

5:30 pm – 7:30 pm President’s Reception

Friday, December 7, 2012TIME

8:30 am – 9:30 am Legislative Update9:30 am – 9:45 am Break9:45 am – 10:45 am How to Really Connect with the Jury10:45 am – 11:00 am Break11:00 am – 12:00 pm Dr. Martha J. Kanter: “Knowledge Really IS Power”12:00 pm Luncheon:

Guest Speaker, California Attorney General Kamala D. Harris


Schedule of EventsSchedule of EventsSchedule of EventsThursday, December 6, 2012

7:30 am – 7:30 pmRegistration Open

Italian Room

7:30 am – 4:00 pmVendor Faire Open

Colonial Room

7:30 am – 8:45 amContinental Breakfast

Vendor Faire Area – Colonial Room

8:45 am – 9:00 amWelcome and Annual Business Meeting

Grand Ballroom

ADC President, John Vrieze, welcomes you to the 53rd Annual Meeting. Please join your colleagues to conduct annual association business as well as elect our officers and board members for 2013.

FIRST MORNING SESSION

9:00 am – 10:30 am2012 – The Year in Review

(MCLE – 1.5 hours General credit /DOI Provider #255897 – Session Pending Approval)Grand Ballroom

The ADC’s Annual Case Law Review presented by our expert panelists, Mike Brady, Jacquelyn Wilson and Robert Eisenberg. This informative session will provide you with important updates in California and Nevada law. This session is always a favorite and very informative for all attendees.

Robert L. Eisenberg, Esq.Lemons, Grundy

& Eisenberg

Michael J. Brady, Esq.Ropers, Majeski, Kohn & Bentley

and ADR Services, Inc.

Jacquelyn K. Wilson, Esq.

Samuelson Wilson & Roe

10:30 am – 10:45 am Break

Colonial Room

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SECOND MORNING SESSION – TRACK A

10:45 am – 12:00 noonIndemnify THIS! – The Changing Landscape of Contractual Indemnity Rights and Obligations

(MCLE – 1.25 hours General credit)Grand Ballroom

This seminar will address statutory changes to what is and is not permissible in indemnification provisions in construction contracts

– residential, commercial, and public works – as well as the new statutory provision addressing payment of defense costs (Civil Code Sections 2782 and 2782.05).

Robert A. Bellagamba, Esq.

Clapp, Moroney, Bellagamba, Vucinich,

Beeman & Scheley

Todd A. Jones, Esq.Archer Norris

Jill J. Lifter, Esq.Ryan & Lifter

Steven E. McDonald, Esq.

Bledsoe, Cathcart, Diestel, Pedersen & Treppa, LLP

SECOND MORNING SESSION – TRACK B

10:45 am – 12:00 noonHowell – Now What?

(MCLE – 1.25 hours Legal Ethics credit)California West Room

A practical look at what happens after Howell. Discovery tools, burdens of proof, situations where payments have and have not been made. Liens. Admissible evidence. Use at mediation and at trial. Motions in limine to verdict forms. The speakers will discuss these aspects from both the Plaintiff and Defense perspectives, including their obligations as counsel.

Scott Sumner, Esq.Khorrami, LLP

Michael Kronlund, Esq.Quinn & Kronlund, LLP

Dewey Wheeler, Esq.McNamara, Ney, Beatty,

Slattery, Borges & Ambacher LLP

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SECOND MORNING SESSION – TRACK C

10:45 am – 12:00 noonIdentifying and Addressing Bias Against Women and People of Color in the Legal Profession

(MCLE – 1.25 hours Elimination of Bias credit)California East Room

This seminar will sharpen your radar for attitudes and conduct that contribute to bias, help you identify common bias problems in the legal profession encountered by attorneys and teach you skills to eliminate bias in the workplace.

Harold R. JonesSeverson & Werson

Rhonda L. NelsonSeverson & Werson

12:00 noon – 1:30 pm Lunch on Own

FIRST AFTERNOON SESSION – TRACK A

1:30 pm – 2:30 pmDefending Your Case Through Social Media and In Court

(MCLE – 1.0 hours Legal Ethics credit)California West Room

Jurors, interest groups, and plaintiff lawyers are using the Internet in ways that may impact your defense. What can be done to ensure that your client is protected from losing the case before the defense can present evidence? Defense attorneys preparing for trial must consider the new opportunities and challenges presented by the Internet and the increasing use of social media. This program will review ethical rules and provide practical tips for managing emerging issues in areas such as public relations; advertising and free speech; confidentiality and privacy; discovery and investigation; jury selection and instructions; and the impact of the Internet on the Rules of Evidence.

Merton A. Howard, Esq.Hanson Bridgett LLP

Sarah MurrayTrialcraft



FIRST AFTERNOON SESSION – TRACK B

1:30 pm – 2:30 pmDisappearing Dollars: How Section 998 Offers Can Make Or Break Your Case

(MCLE 1.0 hours General credit)California East Room

What you don’t know about Code of Civil Procedure section 998 could completely change the result in a case – even after a

“favorable” verdict. This seminar will examine both the basics and some traps for the unwary regarding settlement offers that, if not accepted, can shift costs under section 998 – when to make them, how to word them, when you may want to accept them, and when (if ever) you can ignore them.

FIRST AFTERNOON SESSION – TRACK C

1:30 pm – 2:30 pmMystery of Medicare Uncovered, Part V

(MCLE – 1.0 hours General credit/ DOI Provider #255897 – Session Pending Approval)Grand Ballroom

The Medicare Secondary Payer act is a constantly changing playing field. This program, now in its fifth year, is constantly changing too. This seminar will review the current state of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services “Alerts” and Town hall meetings, the new “Fixed Percentage Option” of calculating recovery amounts and the new “Self Calculation Option”, the Medicare Secondary Payer Recovery Contractor process of identifying and collecting on claims including MSPRC’s new portal for both plaintiffs and defense to upload information, and cases involving the act running through the Federal Court system. If you have any case, or expect to handle any case, involving a person who is 65 or older or younger people with disabilities, this program is a must see. If you have a question that you would like answered at the presentation, send it to [email protected].

Seana B. Thomas, Esq.Law Office of

Seana B. Thomas

Terilynn T. Diepenbrock, Esq.

David S. Rosenbaum, Esq.

McDowall * Cotter APC

Don Willenburg, Esq.Gordon & Rees

Gary A. Watt, Esq.Archer Norris



2:30 pm – 2:45 pm Break

Colonial Room

SECOND AFTERNOON SESSION – TRACK A

2:45 pm – 3:45 pmBullying and Hazing – Public Entity Liability (primarily schools, colleges and universities)

(MCLE – 1.0 hours General credit)Georgian Room

This session will trace the history and development of these types of claims, discuss the liability theories being used under both federal and state laws, defenses, summarize the available information on outcomes, analyze various defense strategies and discuss liability arising out of institutional remedial actions, such as first amendment and due process claims brought by those accused of hazing. The panel will include discussion targeted at typical claims in K-12 schools (including gay bullying), and in colleges and universities (primarily hazing including sorority and fraternity cases).

John A. Shupe, Esq.Lynch and Shupe, LLP

Nicole Craig, Esq.Office of the General

Counsel, The Regents of the University of California

David Levy, Esq.Office of San Mateo

County Counsel



SECOND AFTERNOON SESSION – TRACK B

2:45 pm – 3:45 pmDefending Physicians Before the California Medical Board – The Inside Story

(MCLE – 1.0 hour General credit)California East Room

An in-depth look at defending physicians before the Medical Board of California (MBC) – from initial investigation through administrative hearing. Glean essential defense tactics from a seasoned MBC defense attorney. Gain insight into the evaluation of MBC complaints from an MBC physician reviewer and expert witness. Learn the types of issues and considerations that lead to an accusation and administrative hearing from a deputy attorney general who prosecutes physicians on behalf of the MBC. A must for attorneys and claims professionals involved in MBC investigations & complaints.

Robert Sullivan, Esq.Nossaman, LLP

Victor Chan, M.D.MBC Physician Reviewer

Robert Miller, Esq.California Attorney

General’s Office

D. Marc Lyde, Esq.Leonard & Lyde

SECOND AFTERNOON SESSION – TRACK C

2:45 pm – 3:45 pmSubstance Abuse in the Legal Profession: Prevention – Detection – Treatment

(MCLE – 1.0 hour Prevention, Detection and Treatment of Substance Abuse credit)California West Room

This program provides reality based information on alcoholism, other substance abuse and addiction. Using his own experiences Jerome (Jerry) Braun will discuss: the definition of alcoholism and other addictions, the brain chemistry of addiction and the consequences in the general population with particular emphasis on the impact upon clients, law firms and lawyers. Participants will learn the warning signs, intervention and other options and appropriate actions when confronted by substance abuse issues.

3:45 pm – 4:00 pm Break and Vendor Prizes

Vendor Faire Area – Colonial Room

Jerome I. BraunThe Other Bar;

Farella Braun & Martel



THIRD AFTERNOON SESSION – TRACK A

4:00 pm – 5:00 pmAvoiding and Defending ADA Claims Under the Expanded Definition of Disability

(MCLE – 1.0 hour General credit)California East Room

The ADA Amendment Act (ADAAA) and accompanying U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s recently enacted regulations made significant changes to the definition of the term “disability.” It is now easier than ever for an employee to be found to have a disability that an employer may have to accommodate. The panel will discuss how courts are analyzing and applying the ADAAA and whether the expanded definition has spurred more requests for accommodation and an increase in discrimination claims. The presenters will explain an employer’s responsibilities to employees seeking an accommodation and will offer strategies for avoiding and defending disability discrimination claims.

THIRD AFTERNOON SESSION – TRACK B

4:00 pm – 5:00 pmWhat’s New in California Insurance Litigation – and What’s In It for Me?

(MCLE – 1.0 hour General credit /DOI Provider #255897 – Session Pending Approval)California West Room

Over the last few years, the courts have dramatically altered the landscape of insurance litigation. Whether the issue is what constitutes an “accident” (e.g., Delgado v. Interinsurance Exchange and its progeny), the contours of the “genuine dispute” doctrine (e.g., Wilson v. 21st Century, Howard v. American National), or the potential liability of an insurer for failing to settle in the absence of a settlement demand (Du v. Allstate), the stakes for insurers have never been higher – and that doesn’t even count the repercussions of the Supreme Court’s recent “all-sums-with-stacking” rule (State of California v. Continental). If you think these cases only affect insurance litigation, think again, since they may also directly impact the ultimate resolution of tort cases. Join us as we explore these trends and more, with a special emphasis on how these decisions will affect your strategies in approaching a settlement conference or mediation.

Sue PopikThe Rutter Group

Hon. Rex HeesemanLos Angeles Superior Court

Hon. William J. Cahill(Ret.)

Pamela M. Sayad, Esq.Sayad & Biren

Laura S. Flynn, Esq.Low, Ball & Lynch



THIRD AFTERNOON SESSION – TRACK C

4:00 pm – 5:00 pmRainmaking: Strategies for Successful Associate Marketing

(MCLE – 1.0 hour General credit)Georgian Room

We’ve all heard the phrase “book of business,” but how do you get one? The panelists will discuss methods for meeting potential new clients, obtaining additional work from existing contacts, and developing a network that will lead associates on a path to partnership.

Lois A. Lindstrom, Esq.Ericksen Arbuthnot

Randy S. Hicks, Esq.Coddington,

Hicks & Danforth

Marie A. Trimble, Esq.Gordon & Rees

SUB-LAW SECTION MEETINGS

5:00 pm – 5:30 pmConstruction – California West RoomEmployment – California East RoomInsurance – Hampton RoomLandowner Liability – Sussex RoomLitigation – Mayfair RoomMedical Malpractice – Yorkshire RoomPublic Entity – Cambridge RoomToxic Torts – Victorian RoomTransportation – Board RoomYoung Lawyers – Georgian Room

5:30 pm – 7:30 pm President’s Reception

Grand Ballroom


Schedule of EventsSchedule of EventsSchedule of EventsFriday, December 7, 2012

8:00 am – 12:15 pmRegistration Open

Italian Room

8:00 am – 8:30 amContinental Breakfast

Italian Room

8:30 am – 9:30 amLegislative Update

(MCLE – 1.0 hour General credit)Colonial Room

California Defense Counsel Legislative Advocate, Mike Belote, will present an interesting review of legislation impacting defense practice in California. Mike will bring you up-to-date on what has happened over the past year and what may surprise us in 2013.

9:30 am – 9:45 am Break

Italian Room

9:45 am – 10:45 amHow to Really Connect with the Jury

(MCLE – 1.0 hour General credit)Colonial Room

Voir dire and jury selection techniques that ensure a real connection with those who will decide your case. Learn how to engage your jury panel in conversation so that you can obtain all you need to know during the selection process. Discover the telltale signs of favorable and unfavorable jurors so you can stack the odds in your favor. Find out how to immediately manage your time so questioning and selection can be completed well within the court’s schedule.

Harry J. PlotkinJury Consultant

Michael Schonbuch, Esq.Daniels, Fine, Israel,

Schonbuch & Lebovits

10:45 am – 11:00 am Break

Italian Room

Michael D. Belote, Esq.California Advocates, Inc.



11:00 am – 12:00 noonInspirational Speaker: Dr. Martha J. Kanter, Under Secretary of Education

“Knowledge Really IS Power”Colonial Room

Dr. Kanter, as the U.S. Under Secretary of Education, is charged with planning and policy responsibilities to implement the nation’s goal for the U.S. to have “the best educated, most competitive work force in the world by 2020.” Dr. Kanter previously served as the chancellor of the Foothill-De Anza Community College District, one of the largest community college districts in the nation, serving more than 45,000 students, and in a variety of other jobs in post secondary education.

Under Secretary Kanter holds a doctorate in organization and leadership from the University of San Francisco. She received her master’s degree in education with a concentration in clinical psychology and public practice from Harvard University, and a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Brandeis University. Dr. Kanter holds honorary degrees from Palo Alto University, Chatham University, Lakes Region Community College, Moraine Valley Community College and the Alamo Colleges. Dr. Kanter’s inspirational insight about why knowledge really is power is not to be missed!

Dr. Martha J. KanterUnder Secretary of Education

MCLE Credit InformationThis annual meeting has been approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education credit by the State Bars of California and Nevada. The total available credit is 7.75 hours, including 1.0 hour specialty credits sufficient to satisfy the California Triennial Specialty Credit Requirement for Prevention, Detection and Treatment of Substance Abuse, 1.25 hours for Elimination of Bias, and 2.25 hours for Legal Ethics credit.

Be sure to sign in for your MCLE credit in the Italian Room across from the Registration Desk and retain you Certificate of Attendance



12:00 noon LuncheonAnnual Luncheon with Guest Speaker Attorney General Kamala D. Harris, State of California

Grand Ballroom

Attorney General Harris is one of California’s fastest rising political stars.

Almost immediately upon being elected Attorney General in 2010, Harris became a leader in negotiating the multi-billion dollar national mortgage settlement.

With a background as San Francisco District Attorney and strong credentials on the civil side, she will be a force in California politics for decades.

Annual Meetings of the Substantive Law Sections

Membership in the ADC allows for membership in the Substantive Law Sections. Benefits of the Sub-Law Sections include receipt of periodic newsflashes alerting members to recent decisions; continuing education seminars and brown bag sessions; list-serve e-groups; and the opportunity to meet face-to-face once per year during the Annual Meeting. Please refer to the schedule on page 10 of this brochure which outlines the sub-law section meeting schedule; we have moved all of the meetings to Thursday afternoon to allow for more interaction and participation. These annual meetings provide an opportunity to discuss common issues, plan future continuing education programs and provide a networking opportunity to meet your fellow members who practice in the same area. Please plan to attend the Substantive Law Section meetings on Thursday. Listed to the right are the chairs for each section, if you see them throughout the Annual Meeting, please feel free to inquire about your participation and involvement.

ConstructionTodd A. Jones (Chair)Christopher K. Karic

EmploymentDavid M. Daniels (Chair)

Laura S. Flynn

InsuranceEnrique Marinez (Chair)

Landowner LiabilityLaura S. Flynn (Chair)

Michon Spinelli

LitigationMichael C. Kronlund (Chair)

Ted Scheley

Medical / HealthcareMario L. Beltramo (Chair)

Marc Lyde

Public EntitySteven C. Mitchell (Chair)

Jay Hieatt

Toxic TortsErin S. McGahey (Chair)James P. Cunningham

TransportationPeter Hart (Chair)

Kamala D. HarrisAttorney General, State of California


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ADCNCN President’s AwardADCNCN President’s AwardADCNCN President’s AwardThis award, presented each year at the Annual Meeting Luncheon, acknowledges an individual who has provided exemplary service to the association, the profession, and the civil justice system.

Past Recipients of ADCNCN President’s Award Include:

1987 Vernon Goodin1988 Claude H. Smart, Jr.1989 Dudley Sheppard1990 Archie S. Robinson1991 David B. Lynch1992 Edward J. McFetridge (posthumous)

1993 Paul H. Cyril1994 Paul H. Coffee1995 Suzette Martinez1996 Daniel F. Quinn1997 Michael J. Brady1998 Thomas F. Keating, Jr.1999 Eugene J. Majeski2000 Bruno D. Marraccini (posthumous)

2001 Karl A. Keener2002 Steven H. Gurnee2003 Jacquelyn K. Wilson2004 Mark S. Adams2005 Paul A. Brisso2006 Raymond M. Coates2007 Peter O. Glaessner2008 Jeane Struck2009 Vincent B. McLorg (posthumous)

2010 Patricia S. Tweedy2011 Melissa Blair Aliotti

Nathan Holt Memorial Nathan Holt Memorial Nathan Holt Memorial “Friend of the ADC” Award“Friend of the ADC” Award“Friend of the ADC” Award

This award was established in 1999 to honor the memory of Nathan Holt, a claims representative with the California State Automobile Association, who was a longtime, ardent supporter of the ADCNCN and its ideals. The award is presented at the ADCNCN Annual Meeting Luncheon to acknowledge a non-member who has contributed significantly to the relationship between defense counsel and their clients and who has also helped to further the goals of the Association of Defense Counsel of Northern California and Nevada.

Past recipients of this award include:

1999 Nathan Holt (posthumous)2002 Ringler Associates2003 Mike Brink2005 Patrick A. Long2006 David Prescott (posthumous)2007 Sharon Wills2008 Steve Poulson2010 Lola Hogan2011 Vicki Campbell

register online at www.adcncn.orgRegistR ation Fees: Regul aR on-siteADCNCN Members $545 $570Claims Personnel $370 $395Claims Personnel (Thursday am Only) $150 $150Non-Member Attorneys $795 $835Young Lawyer (ADCNCN member, in practice up to five years) $385 $420Companion (President’s Reception Only) $150 $150Companion (Luncheon Only) $125 $125

RegistR ation:Pre-registration for the ADCNCN Annual Meeting is encouraged to ensure adequate meeting space and advance notice to registrants in the event of any program changes. Registration is accomplished by filling out and sending in the attached registration form with your check or credit card payment. The above registration fees cover single admission to all lectures, the President’s Reception and the Annual Luncheon.

RegisteRing guests:Each Registrant may bring one companion to Thursday evening’s President’s Reception at an additional cost of $150 and one companion to the Annual Meeting Luncheon at an additional cost of $125. Your companion(s) must be registered in advance. Those attending these events as companions may not be ADCNCN members.

Plea se note:Tickets are not sent in advance. All tickets and program materials are distributed at the time of check-in. Name badges must be worn or presented at all functions.

ReFund Polic y:Due to our commitment to the hotel, any meeting registration cancellation and request for refund must be in writing and submitted to the ADCNCN office no later than November 5, 2012. A $100 surcharge will be assessed to all cancellations received on or before November 5, 2012. ADCNCN Fax: (916) 924-7323 or e-mail: [email protected]. No refunds will be made for cancellations received after November 5, 2012.

Hotel:The Westin St. Francis is located at 335 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA 94102-1875; (415) 397-7000.

Room R ates:$219 Single/Double for Standard Rooms$239 Single/Double for Traditional Rooms(Hurry! This rate is good only until November 5, 2012)For Room Reservations, call (415) 397-7000.

Questions:ADCNCN, 2520 Venture Oaks Way, Suite 150Sacramento, CA 95833

(916)239-4060•Fax:(916)924-7323E-mail: [email protected]•Web:www.adcncn.org

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