VERTEX will sponsor and exhibit at the NASP 2025 Annual Conference, taking place October 26–29, 2025, at the Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center in Chula Vista (San Diego), California.
The conference is one of the premier gatherings for subrogation professionals, insurance carriers, attorneys, and technical experts. This year’s event will feature educational sessions, networking opportunities, and discussions focused on emerging trends, recovery strategies, and advancements shaping the subrogation and claims management industries.
As part of the conference program, Dr. Lance VanDemark, PE, PhD, F.ASCE, MSCE, Senior Forensic Engineer and Regional Director at VERTEX, will present during Session M.1.1 AUTO | Lagos 1 & 2, “Don’t Get Off the Rails (Combined with Workers’ Comp Track),” on Tuesday, October 28, from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PST.
The presentation will explore the unique challenges in prosecuting subrogation cases involving railroad crossing collisions, including crossing approach grades, surface and width requirements, preemption defenses for crossing signals, whistle regulations, and vegetation clearance. Insights will be shared from real-world case examples to help attendees navigate the regulatory complexities and pitfalls that impact these claims.
As a sponsor, VERTEX will also have a dedicated booth where attendees can meet and connect with Henry Stormer, IAAI-CFI(V), CFPS, President of Vertex Fire Investigation, LLC (Forensics), and Austin Stormer, IAAI-FIT, ECT, Fire Investigator and Evidence Technician (Claims, Disputes & Forensics). Together, they will share insights on fire origin and cause investigations, evidence handling, and forensic analysis in support of the subrogation process.
VERTEX is proud to support NASP’s mission to advance education, collaboration, and technical excellence in subrogation and claims management.
To learn more about the event, visit the NASP 2025 Annual Conference website.
To learn more about VERTEX’s Forensic Consulting services or to speak with a Forensic Expert, call 888.298.5162 or submit an inquiry.
The Author
Lance VanDemark
PE, PhD, F.ASCE, MSCE
Senior Forensic Engineer, Regional Director, Claims, Disputes & Forensics
Dr. VanDemark, with 23 years of experience in Civil Engineering & Land Development, holds multiple degrees, is a licensed engineer in 48 states, and is recognized as a Fellow by ASCE. He specializes in Dispute Resolution, Civil Forensics, and Heavy Civil Engineering Claims, with expertise across 44 states, including qualifications in grading, drainage, utilities, site planning, and more.
The Author
Henry Stormer
IAAI-CFI (V), CFPS
Fire Investigator, President of Vertex Fire Investigations, LLC, Forensics
Henry Stormer is the President and National Division Manager for Vertex Fire Investigations, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Vertex Companies, LLC. His primary responsibilities include management of origin and cause investigations nationwide for the insurance industry as well as conducting Cause and Origin investigations of fire and explosions.
The Author
Austin Stormer
IAAI-FIT, ECT
Fire Investigator/Evidence Technician, Claims, Disputes & Forensics
Austin M. Stormer, IAAI-FIT, ECT is assigned to Vertex Fire Investigations LLC as a Fire Investigator, Fire Scene Technical Assistant and Evidence Technician.