Special Note: As a service to attorneys who find themselves coping with a personal or professional crisis, PBI is pleased to offer this program free. There is no associated CLE credit.
"I am not concerned that you have fallen. I am concerned that you arise." -- Abraham Lincoln.
A personal catastrophe can manifest in a professional`s life either physically or mentally, either suddenly or progressively. Its effects can be short-term or long-term, or even permanent.A personal catastrophe will affect abilities to perform professionally for clients and to meet business obligations. Personal catastrophes also affect co-workers and family members. Yet, with targeted treatments, a support system, and thoughtful, optimistic strategies, professional recovery and personal readjustment is achievable.
Our panelists discuss difficult issues but address them in a positive way. Many of them have experienced personal catastrophes in their own lives. Join them for a frank and useful discussion on what you can do to prepare for a personal catastrophe, and what strategies and tools are available to help you recover and rebuild your career and lifestyle afterward.
Specific topics include:
What is a personal catastrophe?
Who can assist in dealing with a personal catastrophe?
What legal issues must be considered? Medical coverage, Social Security, disability insurance
What business and ethical issues will arise?
How can you ensure your practice and your clients` interests are protected?
What tools are available to help you continue practicing law in the event of a disability?
What can you expect as you recover from trauma or medical procedures?
How will you deal with the medical realities, like pain, medications and depression?
Mayur Narayan, M.D., M.P.H., M.B.A., Trauma /Critical Care Surgeon-Assistant Professor Dept. Surgery, Cowley Shock Trauma Center, University of Maryland, Baltimore
Donna D. Audia, RN, University of Maryland, R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center , College park, MD
