Investigations of Heat Transfer Processes in Thermal Systems
The talk will focus on principles of heat transfer and their applications in litigation. Several case studies will be presented. First a study of a gas heater’s thermal compliance with the applicable ANSI standard corroborated by experimental data. Moreover, an experimental study of sauna’s temperature characteristics will be discussed. Additionally, a computational analysis of a battery cell undergoing thermal runaway will be presented. Finally, the recommendations for safe handling and storage of unstable materials that are prone to undergoing exothermic reaction will be discussed.
Dr. Frajnkovic specializes in heat transfer, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), transport phenomena, and fast-charging battery systems. His expertise includes experimental and numerical analysis of electrochemical energy storage systems, with a focus on measuring heat generation during battery and capacitor cycling using isothermal operando calorimetry. He is skilled in a range of electrochemical techniques such as galvanostatic cycling, cyclic voltammetry, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, and GITT, and has experience addressing battery thermal runaway events and conducting CFD simulations using software like Star-CCM+, Ansys, and Comsol.
At Exponent, Dr. Frajnkovic has contributed to product testing, custom test development, and system failure analysis across thermal and mechanical domains. He has supported regulatory compliance projects for industrial steam operations and conducted field investigations into wildfire and structure fire causes. Before joining Exponent, he completed his doctoral research at UCLA, where he studied the thermal behavior of hybrid supercapacitors, developed models for irreversible heat generation, and examined entropic changes in battery materials to better understand their electrochemical performance.
Moving from Defensive to Supportive Communication
Presented by:
Krishna Desai, Esq.
Thursday, July 17, 2025
12:00PM - 1:00PM
Online via Zoom
In this session, participants explore the impact of communication styles on professionalism and ethical conduct. While thinking and talking like a lawyers lends itself to defensive communication, it often leads to unnecessary conflict and dismissiveness. Through the lens of supportive versus defensive communication, we examine practical ways to reduce conflict, increase accountability, and enhance collegiality in interactions with clients, colleagues, and the courts. Drawing on California's Attorney Guidelines of Civility and Professionalism, the course promotes effective, respectful discourse aligned with the expectations of the State Bar and the judicial system.
Krishna Desai, Esq. is an attorney and mediator in the Bay Area. Their practice focuses on advocating for employees facing discrimination and harassment. Krishna has secured robust settlements from defendants including Fortune 500 companies and national non-profits. As a QTPOC individual, Krishna is particularly adept at representing individuals at the intersection of multiple identities.
Early in their career Krishna worked in gender-based harm prevention and published a book advising LGBTQ+ youth of their constitutional rights. Now, they couple that proactive mindset with their legal background to counsel organizations seeking to comport their internal practices with their stated values. Their past consulting clients include arts organizations, progressive non-profits, multi-national corporations, as well as small community organizations.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
How to Prepare for an Earthquake, Flood, Fire, Winter Storm, or Power Outage
Jeff Edelstein
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
This is a FREE event.
Volunteers from Los Angeles Paralegal Association will provide support in the Union Rescue Mission kitchen by preparing and serving lunch meals to those currently sheltered within the Mission. Some volunteers will help with an operational project.
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AGENDA
Continental Breakfast / Exhibitor Meet & Greet
8:30 – 8:45 Good morning and welcome guests!
8:45 – 9:45 General Session (Ethics)
10:00 – 11:00 Morning Break-out Sessions
11:00 -- 11:40 Visit with Exhibitors / Sponsors
11:40 – 1:10 Lunch Served
Keynote Speaker
Exhibitor Raffles
Awards: Scholarship, Lifetime Achievement, Maria Teresa Bravo, Volunteer
1:15 – 2:15 Afternoon Break-out Sessions
2:30 – 3:30 General Session (Ethics)
Limited valet parking $22.00, overflow parking
Saturday, October 18, 2025
8:30am – 3:30pm
Sheraton Grand Los Angeles
711 S. Hope StreetLos Angeles, CA 90017
Benefactor Members: $850 (Early bird by June 30, 2025) $900 (July 1st through September 18, 2025) $950 (Late registration after September 18, 2025)
Non-Members: $1000 (Early bird by June 30, 2025) $1050 (July 1st through September 18, 2025) $1100 (Late registration after September 18, 2025)
Schools and Non-Profits: $450 (Early bird by June 30, 2025) $500 (July 1st through September 18, 2025) $550 (Late registration after September 18, 2025)(Only accredited schools and government recognized non-profit organizations are eligible for this discounted rate)
October Conference Exhibitors will have a 3'x6' table and two chairs. Additional items that may be purchased: lunch, syllabus advertising, electrical, WiFi.
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