This selection honors her commitment and dedication to excellence in the legal profession. Congratulations, Jennifer!
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KBR is a proud sponsor of the New York City Bar Association’s 2024 Medical Malpractice Institute taking place on Friday, September 13, 2024.
This full-day event, chaired by KBR partner Alexander Sikoscow, will cover the latest trends in medical malpractice, providing valuable insights and experiences from leading legal professionals on the shifting landscape of medicine and forward-looking best practices. KBR partners Betsy D. Baydala, Christopher E. DiGiacinto, Edward Dondes, Mario C. Giannettino and Christine E. F. Rockwell will… Read more »
KBR partner Jonathan D. Rubin has been named as the 2025 Lawyer of the Year in the Medical Malpractice category by Best Lawyers in America for the New York City Region.
Known for his meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to clients, Jon has consistently set a high standard in the legal community. Congratulations, Jon!
We are proud to celebrate our distinguished attorneys for their inclusion in the 2025 editions of Best Lawyers in America!
8 KBR attorneys were named to the 2025 Best Lawyers in America list across 4 practice areas: Insurance Law, Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants, Litigation – Labor and Employment, and Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants. Congratulations to Joan M. Gilbride, Andrew S. Kaufman, Loretta A. Krez, Rocco P. Matra, Stephen W. O’Leary, Jonathan D. Rubin,… Read more »
25 KBR attorneys were recognized in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch spanning 8 practice areas, including Appellate Law, Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Health Care Law, Insurance Law, Litigation – Labor and Employment, Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants, and Products Liability Litigation – Defendants.
We congratulate Philip Artusa, Michelle M. Benedetto, David Bloom, Megan E. Bryson, Matthew M. Collibee, Ruth Corcoran, Patrick S. Dowdle, Taylor C. Eagan, Neil A. Fox, Jonathan R. Hammerman, Christina N. Langella, Diana-Marie Laventure, Ari Lessa, Janine Luckie, Lauren M. Lundquist, Nicholas S. Maharajh, Mathew E. Mawby, Kurtis R. McManus, Samantha R. Montrose, Jessica Oliva,… Read more »
Congratulations on KBR partner Edward Dondes on a Defense Verdict in a medical malpractice matter in Rockland County!
Plaintiff alleged our client, a chiropractor, aggravated a patient’s existing vertebral artery dissection leading to a stroke 2 weeks after treatment. It was claimed our client failed to refer the patient to ER immediately, preventing a timely diagnosis. Ed argued that our client had no reason to suspect a dissection, as the patient’s symptoms resolved… Read more »
KBR partner Dianna D. McCarthy recently presented on the topic “Hiring Practices” at the Employment and Labor Law, Financial Crimes Enforcement & Real Estate Seminar hosted by the New York Japanese Restaurant Association.
Dianna’s session provided in-depth guidance on best practices for hiring, the importance of comprehensive employee handbooks, effective methods for maintaining personnel files and New York Department of Labor Investigations. This presentation marked the first of three that Dianna will be giving on employment issues geared to the New York City Hospitality Industry.
Sending best wishes to KBR’s summer associates of 2024 for a successful academic year as they return to their law schools, carrying with them valuable experiences gained both within and beyond our offices.
We are grateful for their hard work and dedication during their time with us! The George Washington University Law SchoolFordham University School of LawCardozo School of LawAlbany Law SchoolUniversity of Dayton School of Law
KBR hosted its Annual Summer Outing over the weekend in Westchester, NY!
The event was a huge success, bringing together colleagues for a day filled with fun activities, great food, and memorable moments. The beautiful setting of CV Rich Mansion provided the perfect backdrop for a wonderful gathering.
KBR senior litigation counsel Lauren M. Lundquist is speaking on a Strafford webinar panel on the topic, “Reptile Tactics in Med Mal Cases: Defense Strategies for Discovery, Witness Preparation, and Trial”, on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 At 1:00 PM EDT.
The panel will discuss how to combat plaintiff’s use of “reptile” theory and tactics in medical malpractice litigation, including a discussion of strategies to prevent witnesses from being manipulated into providing damaging testimony that admits liability. Lauren is speaking alongside Ken Broda-Bahm, Ph.D. of Persuasion Strategies and Karen Shimonsky of Quintairos Prieto Wood & Boyer…. Read more »