Category: News

KBR attorney Belinda Dodds-Marshall will moderate a session at DRI’s 2024 Cannabis Law Virtual Seminar on Thursday, September 19, 2024.

Belinda’s session, “Social Equity”, will delve into the experience of the roll-out of Social Equity programs within Adult Recreational Use Licensing legislation. It will explore the promises and realities of how Social Equity provisions within legislation has differed in Illinois, the first Adult Recreational Use state, and New York; both locations currently in the trenches… Read more »

KBR partners Jonathan D. Rubin and Alexander Sikoscow are speaking at the upcoming CSHRM Quarterly Meeting taking place on September 17, 2024.

Jon will discuss “Claims Handling and Reserving in the Current MPL Environment”, delving into key challenges and best practices for managing claims and reserves in today’s medical professional liability landscape. Alex’s presentation is on the topic of “Cross-Examining Plaintiff’s Expert Physician”, exploring tactics for challenging the credibility, qualifications, and testimony of the plaintiff’s expert physician. The… Read more »

KBR is a proud sponsor of the 18th annual Employment Practices Liability Insurance ExecuSummit from September 24 – 25, 2024 at the Mohegan Sun Resort & Convention Center in Uncasville, CT.

KBR partner Robyn Silvermintz is serving as Co-Chair of the event for the 9th year. She will also be moderating a presentation entitled, “Pregnant Workers Fairness Act – Expanded Protections and Expected Fallout.” In addition, KBR partner Dianna D. McCarthy will be presenting on the topic of “AI and Emerging Tech – Liability and Loss… Read more »

Congratulations to KBR partner Mario Giannettino on his recent summary judgment win in Bronx County Supreme Court!

This medical malpractice matter involved allegations of a failure to timely prevent and treat pressure injuries in a patient who was admitted to a local area hospital with COVID-19. The care at issue occurred during the first phase of the pandemic when the entire metropolitan health system was overwhelmed. After careful review of the case, the Court… Read more »

KBR is pleased to welcome Robyn Silvermintz as a new partner of the firm.

 Robyn brings a wealth of experience, having spent over 20 years practicing New Jersey and New York employment law. Known for consistently securing effective outcomes for her clients, Robyn will work closely with our Employment and Workplace Management, Professional Liability Defense, and Commercial Litigation groups. To learn more about Robyn, read our welcome announcement here.

Happy Labor Day from all of us at KBR!

Today, we celebrate the hard work, dedication and contributions of workers everywhere. Wishing everyone a joyful and relaxed long weekend!

Congratulations to KBR attorneys Kurtis McManus and Daniel Ishoo on a summary judgment win in New York County!

Plaintiff alleged that while attempting to leave the emergency room of our client’s hospital prior to discharge, he was assaulted by the co-defendant security company’s officers. The Court held that the security company and their employees were independent contractors and our client was not responsible for their acts. Significantly, the Court also granted summary judgment… Read more »