From January 27, 2016, to January 29, 2016, Matthew John Markling is attending the DRI’s 29th Annual Civil Rights and Governmental Tort Liability Seminar in Austin, Texas. DRI is the largest international membership organization of attorneys defending the interests of business and individuals in civil litigation. DRI is committed to enhancing the skills, effectiveness, and professionalism of defense lawyers; anticipating and addressing issues germane to defense lawyers and the civil justice system; promoting appreciation of the role of the defense lawyer; and improving the civil justice system and preserving the civil jury.