Akerman is a sponsor of the 31st Annual National Forum For Environmental and Toxic Tort Issues (FETTI) Conference. FETTI convenes in the Chicago area each year to host a world-class seminar on a broad range of environmental issues with nationally recognized speakers. The conference offers informative and provocative programs to enhance members’ understanding of the ever-changing environmental and toxic tort issues they face in their professions.

Kelly Almeter will speak on a panel addressing new warnings and standards for benzene and vinyl chloride. Focused on representing insurers in coverage and bad faith matters, she regularly advises carriers on coverage issues under environmental and pollution, commercial liability, umbrella, excess, errors and omissions, commercial auto, property, and homeowners’ policies.