Author: Ishita Sharma

KBR attorneys were featured speakers at Crittenden Medical Liability Conference in Miami, FL, where they shared insights on key issues shaping healthcare litigation.

Jonathan Rubin moderated the panel “Social Media and Reputation Management”, which explored the impact of social media on prospective jurors, effective data collection strategies, and the importance of coordination between PR, legal, and risk teams. He was joined by Christine Thompson Samuels – Berkley Healthcare, Larry Smith – MedStar Health, and Audrey Murray – Content… Read more »

As Co-Chair of the 10th Annual Employment Practices Liability Insurance ExecuSummit, KBR partner Robyn Silvermintz will be moderating a discussion on the topic, DEI under the current administration.

This session will feature conversations regarding the current administration’s executive orders dismantling federal Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs, exploring their impact on employment practices and broader societal implications. Robyn will be joined by Laura Lapidus – CNA Insurance, Moiré Morón, Esq. – NFP, an Aon company, Sheralyn Pierre – Starr Insurance, and Seth B…. Read more »

Congratulations to KBR attorneys Dianna D. McCarthy and Monika K. Olowska on obtaining summary judgment in Supreme Court, Nassau County!

In a matter involving claims of defamation and wrongful termination, a former employee alleged they were dismissed from a non-profit agency due to a social media post on race and segregation. Summary judgment was granted after we demonstrated no defamatory statements were made and the termination aligned with the agency’s Social Media Guidance Policy, as… Read more »

Congratulations to KBR attorneys Shira Goldman Moyal and Rebecca Rychik on securing summary judgment in a medical malpractice matter in Supreme Court, Nassau County!

Plaintiff alleged that our clients, a Physician Assistant and a Medispa, failed to properly perform and monitor facial laser treatments, lack of informed consent, and fraud allegations. Plaintiff was unable to find an expert to oppose the motion and decided to assert in opposition that the treatment at issue was not medical and instead warranted the… Read more »

Congratulations to KBR attorneys Katerina Sperl and Rebecca Kilduff on obtaining summary judgment in a premises liability matter in the Supreme Court, Westchester County!

The case involved a slip and fall in the laundry room of a residential building. It was argued that the plaintiff’s own testimony demonstrated that plaintiff made the decision to knowingly walk on a floor that was wet due to a flood, despite being warned of the condition. Our successful argument eliminated any basis for… Read more »