VERTEX is proud to announce its continued support of the Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (CLM) as a Gold Sponsor and as a presenter at the 2025 CLM Annual Conference, taking place April 9–11, 2025, at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center in Dallas, Texas.
We are pleased to share that Chris Casaleggio, Regional Director of Forensics at VERTEX, will be speaking on a panel at this year’s event. This session, titled “Adjuster Recharge: Overcoming Stress & Burnout in the Claims Industry,” will offer practical strategies for claims professionals to manage workplace stress, improve well-being, and maintain performance in a demanding industry.
Session Details:
Thursday, April 10 | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM CT
Adjuster Recharge: Strategies for Overcoming Stress and Burnout in the Claims Industry
Panelists:
- Chris Casaleggio, Regional Director, Forensics, VERTEX
- Patrick Kelahan, Expert-Consultant, MC Consultants, Inc.
- Rod Patterson, VP Director of Property Claims, Seneca Insurance Co.
- Matt Stopa, Casualty Claims Director, Acadia Insurance Company
Chris will be joined at the conference by VERTEX colleagues Zachary Bradshaw, PE, CEP, PSP, Senior Managing Director of Litigation Damages, and John Kreitz, Account Executive. Attendees are invited to stop by our table in the exhibit hall to connect with the team and learn more about how VERTEX supports the full spectrum of claims and litigation services—from forensic analysis to expert testimony and dispute resolution support.
The 2025 CLM Annual Conference will convene over 1,200 professionals and feature more than 95 educational sessions led by 300+ speakers. This year’s agenda will spotlight emerging trends and critical issues across a range of topics including artificial intelligence in claims management, litigation risk mitigation, cyber liability, ethics in insurance defense, and the growing impacts of social inflation.
VERTEX looks forward to meaningful conversations throughout the event as we connect with clients, partners, and industry peers working to address today’s most pressing claims and litigation challenges.
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
Zachary Bradshaw
PE, CEP, PSP
Senior Managing Director, Litigation Damages
As a Senior Managing Director with VERTEX Litigation Support, Zachary Bradshaw has assisted in preparing over one hundred fifty construction defect, insurance, and delay claims.
The Author
Chris Casaleggio
AIC, AINS
Regional Director, Forensics
Chris Casaleggio is a Regional Director at VERTEX, overseeing Forensics in the Mid Atlantic. During his career, Mr. Casaleggio has handled complex claims in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania for carriers such as Chubb, Travelers and Liberty Mutual Insurance.
The Author
John Kreitz
Account Executive, Corporate
John is a Account Executive at VERTEX and has been a part of the VERTEX team for almost ten years with a strong background in Sales, Account Management, Project Management, Event Coordinating and Lead generation.