Category: News

Congratulations to Stephen Schmitt for finishing third in the race overall! We were also proud to be recognized with the “Best Team Shirt” award – nice work to our marketing team! It was an evening filled with fitness, team building, and community with local businesses. Thanks to everyone who came out to support and represent… Read more »

Please join us on June 17-18, 2025, at the New York City Bar Association. This conference brings together leaders in the industry to discuss emerging trends and evolving challenges shaping the field. There will be many opportunities to network with top legal and industry professionals. View more conference details and register here: https://www.perrinconferences.com/conferences/environmental25/ We look… Read more »

The panelists will engage in a discussion regarding the New Jersey Disparity Study released on January 23 and examine the percentage distribution of government contracts to minority contractors in various industries in comparison to non-minority contractors. They will also discuss remedies, and the direct relationship between the lack of government contracts and the challenges faced… Read more »

Robyn Silvermintz co-chaired the conference and moderated a panel on DEI under the current administration. In addition, Dianna D. McCarthy spoke on the topic, “Employer Use of AI – Regulations, Rule Making and Realizing Advantages”. Thank you to ExecuSummit for hosting another insightful event and bringing together industry professionals to share knowledge and perspectives!

This matter concerned a slip and fall due to snow and ice in front of Defendant’s building. In dismissing the Plaintiff’s complaint, the Court agreed with Michelle’s argument that Defendant did not have a duty to clear snow and ice in the area where the Plaintiff allegedly fell as it was not a designated walkway.

The claims focused on pressure ulcers that Plaintiff developed after sustaining a severe spinal cord injury from several gunshot wounds. The Court was persuaded by KBR’s motion that the standard of care was met and there was no proximate cause for Plaintiff’s alleged injuries. Although Plaintiff presented an expert affirmation in opposition, the Court found… Read more »

This matter concerned a fall-related incident that lead to the plaintiff’s death. Plaintiff alleged that the defendant violated Labor Law Sections 200, 240(1) and 241(6). The Court failed to find that the defendants violated the labor law, and specifically found that defendants did not violate Section 240(1) as the activity that the plaintiff was engaged… Read more »

The article, co-written with Michelle F. – National Health Care Associates, Inc and Sharon Scheuermann – Risk Strategies, examines the recently finalized Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) rule establishing minimum staffing requirements for long-term facilities. While the rule sets phased implementation standards over the span of several years, it has drawn criticism for… Read more »

This session will explore the evolving landscape of environmental, general liability, and fire policies in the face of increasing wildfire risk. The panel will also discuss how wildfire-related claims are affecting residential and commercial policy holders, emerging coverage challenges, and underwriting concerns. Brian will be joined by Victoria Spina – The Vertex Companies, LLC and… Read more »

The panel discussion will cover the risk management and defense perspectives in handling claims where liability is certain. Kathryn is speaking alongside Maggie Emma, Vice President, Deputy Chief Risk Officer of Northwell Health. To learn more or register now, visit the PLUS website here: https://plusweb.org/events/conference-symposia/2025-healthcare-medical-pl-symposium/