Michael B. Hewes, Attorney, Butler Snow LLP to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Live Webcast

New York, NY, March 08, 2015 --(PR.com)-- The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Michael B. Hewes, Attorney, Butler Snow LLP will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled “Legal Series: Product Liability for 2015 LIVE Webcast” This two-hour event is scheduled on March 20, 2015 from 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm (ET)

Event Synopsis:

In a two hour live webcast, a panel of key thought leaders and practitioners assembled by The Knowledge Group will offer a discussion of the fundamentals as well as updates regarding the latest and significant issues surrounding this topic.

Key topics include:

FDA’s Strategic Priorities for 2014-2018
Brick by Brick: Making the Most of Experts to Build Your Best Case
The Use of Experts in Products Litigation
Jurisdictional Issues: When Expert Testimony is Required
You Get Out What You Put In
Managing Expert Costs
When to Engage Your Experts: The Earlier the Better
Designating Experts
Getting Your Expert Admitted
Effective Presentation of Experts at Trial
Effective Expert Cross-Examination

About Michael Hewes

Michael Hewes practices with Butler Snow as a part of their Pharmaceutical, Medical Device and Healthcare Groups, and focuses his practice on Drug and Device Litigation. An AV-Rated attorney, Michael has been ranked by Super Lawyers for his work in Personal Injury Defense. Michael earned a J.D. from the University of Mississippi in 2000, and received a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Southern Mississippi in 1992. Michael also served as a JAG Officer in the Mississippi Army National Guard, retiring in 2009 with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel (MS).

About Butler Snow LLP

Butler Snow is a team of talented legal professionals with over 300 attorneys in 17 offices who share a commitment to serve clients – from Fortune 1000 firms to emerging-technology start-ups. Surveys by respected national consultants consistently rank Butler Snow among the best nationwide in client service – in anticipating needs, in a commitment to help, in providing value, in client satisfaction. With that standard to guide us, Butler Snow has grown from a regional firm to one with national scope.

Butler Snow’s practice areas include the full range of business law and litigation services. Our team approach means we call on resources from across the firm to match legal experience with your needs. As a result, clients benefit from our strategic counsel, efficient execution and innovative solutions to complex challenges.

About The Knowledge Group, LLC/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series

The Knowledge Congress is a series of live webcasts produced by The Knowledge Group, LLC, which examine trends, regulatory, and technology changes across a variety of industries. Its mission is to produce unbiased, objective, and educational live webcasts that examine industry trends and regulatory changes from a variety of different perspectives. The goal is to deliver a unique multilevel analysis of an important issue affecting business in a highly focused format.

The organization brings together the world's leading authorities and industry participants through informative two-hour webcasts to study the impact of changes and emerging trends. Hear from leading government officials/regulators, key thought leaders, and industry experts objectively analyze the latest trends and issues and their impact on industries.