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News – November 8, 2024

As a proud sponsor, KBR attorneys recently attended the 2024 AHRMNY Upstate Conference in Cooperstown, NY.

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News – November 7, 2024

KBR is proud to announce its inclusion in the 2025 Edition of the Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”, highlighting our expertise across several practice areas in the Regional tiers category.

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News – November 6, 2024

In her recent presentation to the NY Japanese Restaurant Association, KBR partner Dianna D. McCarthy provided hospitality leaders with targeted legal guidance on “Employment Practices”.  

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News – November 5, 2024

KBR attorney Diana-Marie Laventure received the “New Leaders of the Bar” award at the 2024 NJ Legal Awards hosted by the New Jersey Law Journal.

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News – November 1, 2024

At the Annual PLUS Conference on Wednesday, November 13th, KBR partner Andrew Oldis will moderate a panel discussion entitled “A Check In With the Mediators.”

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News – October 31, 2024

Earlier this month, KBR attorneys attended the ASHRM Annual Conference in San Diego.

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News – October 30, 2024

KBR is a proud Diamond Sponsor of the upcoming Professional Liability Underwriting Society Conference in Chicago, IL on November 13-14, 2024.

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News – October 25, 2024

KBR is excited to announce that several of our attorneys have been named to the 2024 New York Metro Super Lawyers Rising Stars list.

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News – October 24, 2024

KBR is proud to have 12 of its attorneys named among the 2024 New York Metro Super Lawyers.

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News – October 17, 2024

Earlier this week, KBR hosted our annual New Associates Seminar providing an opportunity for our new team members to connect, learn, and engage with colleagues.

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News – October 16, 2024

KBR proudly ranks #5 for female representation and #6 for women in equity partnership roles for firms between 101 and 250 lawyers in Law360’s 2024 Women in Law Report, reinforcing our position as a leading law firm for women!

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News – October 14, 2024

KBR attorneys Mario C. Giannettino and Lindsey G. Nourse will be presenting a Strafford CLE webinar on the topic, “Defending Nursing Homes in Pressure Wound Cases: Impact of New Regulations, Burdens of Proof, Evidentiary Challenges”.

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News – October 10, 2024

Congratulations to KBR attorney Brinet Rutherford on being named to The National Black Lawyers Top 40 under 40 in New York State!

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News – October 7, 2024

KBR is a proud sponsor of the 2024 AHRMNY Upstate Conference on October 24-25th in Cooperstown, NY.

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News – October 3, 2024

KBR partner Jonathan D. Rubin recently spoke at the Medical Society of the County of Queens on “Trends and Strategies to Mitigate Medical Liability in New York State”.

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News – October 2, 2024

Congratulations to KBR attorneys Joshua Shayne and Paige M. Waldberg on a recent summary judgment in Los Angeles County Superior Court.

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News – September 30, 2024

Last week, KBR sponsored the 18th annual Employment Practices Liability Insurance ExecuSummit conference at Mohegan Sun Resort & Convention Center.

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News – September 26, 2024

KBR associate Diana-Marie Laventure recently participated in a New Jersey State Bar Association’s CLE seminar on “Freedom of Expression in the Workplace.”

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News – September 25, 2024

KBR partner Jonathan Rubin will be presenting at the ASHRM Annual Conference in San Diego on Monday, October 7, 2024, alongside Mike Midgley from Munich Re Specialty. 

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News – September 23, 2024

KBR recently sponsored the New York City Bar Association’s 2024 Medical Malpractice Institute.

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News – September 19, 2024

Congratulations to KBR partner Rebecca C. Kilduff on securing Summary Judgment on behalf of our client in NYS Supreme Court Nassau County!

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News – September 18, 2024

KBR’s Buffalo office recently enjoyed an event on the water aboard the Grand Lady on the Buffalo River! 

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News – September 16, 2024

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

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News – September 13, 2024

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

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News – September 11, 2024

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.

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News – September 10, 2024

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

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News – September 9, 2024

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

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News – September 4, 2024

Congratulations to KBR attorney Henry Tilson for being named to the 2024 U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York Pro Bono Honor Roll!

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News – September 2, 2024

Happy Labor Day from all of us at KBR!

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News – August 29, 2024

Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP finished up another great season in the Central Park Co-ed softball league!

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News – August 28, 2024

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

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News – August 22, 2024

We are pleased to announce that KBR attorney Jennifer Puglisi has been named to the 2024 Upstate New York Rising Stars list. 

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News – August 21, 2024

KBR is a proud sponsor of the New York City Bar Association’s 2024 Medical Malpractice Institute taking place on Friday, September 13, 2024.

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News – August 19, 2024

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.

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News – August 16, 2024

We are proud to celebrate our distinguished attorneys for their inclusion in the 2025 editions of Best Lawyers in America!

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News – August 15, 2024

24 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.

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News – August 14, 2024

Congratulations on KBR partner Edward Dondes on a Defense Verdict in a medical malpractice matter in Rockland County!

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News – August 6, 2024

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.

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News – August 5, 2024

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.

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News – August 1, 2024

KBR hosted its Annual Summer Outing over the weekend in Westchester, NY! 

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News – July 31, 2024

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.

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News – July 26, 2024

Congratulations to KBR attorneys Thomas J. Gerspach and Ryan Gerspach on a Defense Verdict in Westchester County!

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News – July 19, 2024

KBR attorney Diana-Marie Laventure has been appointed to the Garden State Bar Associations Board of Directors!

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News – July 16, 2024

On July 11th, KBR proudly sponsored the Corporate Fun Run Westchester 5K at the Westchester Community College.

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News – July 15, 2024

KBR partner Brian Margolies recently presented at The Society Of Environmental Insurance Professionals, Inc.(SEIP) Conference in Aurora, CO.

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News – July 11, 2024

Congratulations to KBR partner Daniel A. Schilling on securing summary judgment in a high-exposure construction litigation!

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News – July 9, 2024

KBR partner Jonathan D. Rubin recently spoke at the Risk Management in Obstetrical Care Seminar hosted by Northwell Health, presenting on the topic “Preparation for Deposition and Trial”.

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News – July 8, 2024

KBR partner David Bloom recently secured summary judgment in a legal malpractice case in Nassau County.

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News – July 4, 2024

Happy Independence Day from KBR!

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News – July 2, 2024

Several KBR attorneys recently attended DRI Seminars.

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News – July 2, 2024

Congratulations to KBR attorney Brennan P. Breeland on securing Summary Judgment in a Medical Malpractice case!

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News – June 18, 2024

KBR wishes everyone a happy and meaningful Juneteenth!

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News – June 18, 2024

Congratulations to KBR partner Edward Dondes for securing a defense verdict in a medical malpractice matter in Westchester County!

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News – June 11, 2024

Congratulations to KBR attorneys Keith Kaplan and Stephen Schmitt on a summary judgment win in a medical malpractice matter before Justice Joseph E. Capella!

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News – June 10, 2024

Thirteen KBR attorneys were featured in the 2024 Edition of Best Lawyers Women in the Law.

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News – June 6, 2024

Brian Margolies, partner at KBR, is speaking at the upcoming Environmental Risk and PFAS Litigation Conference on the topic, “Phthalates: The (Next) Forever Chemicals”, on June 12th.

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News – June 4, 2024

KBR is a proud Gold Sponsor of the Environmental Risk and PFAS Litigation Conference hosted by Perrin Conferences Perrin taking place in New York, NY on June 11-12.

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News – June 3, 2024

At the 2024 DRI Diversity for Success Seminar, KBR partner Kurtis McManus will be participating on a panel titled, “Rough Receptions: A Practical Guide to Handling Difficult Conversations with Lawyers, Clients, and Pro Se Litigants”.

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News – June 3, 2024

Congratulations to KBR senior litigation counsel Jessica Oliva on obtaining summary judgment in a complicated long term care matter!

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News – May 29, 2024

KBR partner Kurtis McManus is speaking at the upcoming 2024 DRI Diversity for Success Seminar in Nashville, TN on the topic, “Challenging Discrimination: A Deep Dive into Tennessee’s Anti-LGBTQ+ Laws”.

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News – May 24, 2024

On this Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. From all of us at KBR, thank you for your service!

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News – May 23, 2024

KBR associate Diana-Marie Laventure spoke at the recent New Jersey State Bar Association’s Annual Meeting on the topic “AI/GAI and Its Use for Lawyers and Employers What Can Go Wrong?”.

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News – May 17, 2024

KBR senior litigation counsel Alyssa Schiffhauer obtained summary judgment warranting full dismissal of plaintiff’s complaint in a long-term care matter in Nassau County.

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News – May 17, 2024

Congratulations to KBR partner Kathryn Sullivan on securing a defense verdict in Nassau County!

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News – May 17, 2024

Congratulations to KBR partner Julie Mickiewicz on winning a defense verdict in Queens County Supreme Court on behalf of a skilled nursing facility!

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News – May 17, 2024

KBR attorneys Patrick Dolan and Lindsey Nourse attended the 2024 Court of Appeals Dinner on April 17th at the Albany Capital Center hosted by the Albany County Bar Association.

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News – May 17, 2024

Congratulations to KBR partner Philip Artusa on two recent wins!

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News – May 17, 2024

Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP had the privilege of hosting the 2024 Lloyd’s Tour in New York City in April.

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News – May 17, 2024

On Thursday, May 9th, KBR partner Jonathan Rubin presented at the 2024 PLUS Healthcare & Medical Symposium in a session titled “Claims Handling and Reserving in the Current MPL Environment”. 

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Publications

Taking Care While Doing Right by the Fourth Amendment: A Pragmatic Approach to the Community Caretaker Exception

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News – April 25, 2024

Last week, KBR attorneys attended AHRMNY’s Evening Networking Event in New York City. 

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News – April 24, 2024

Happy Administrative Professionals Day to all the hardworking individuals who keep our workplaces running smoothly!

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News – April 18, 2024

KBR partner Mario C. Giannettino participated as a co-speaker, alongside Heidi Cross, MSN, RN, FNP, CWON, in the most recent episode of WOCTalk, discussing the topic of “The Legal Side of WOC Care: Nursing Documentation Insights.”

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News – April 15, 2024

KBR attorneys attended the 2024 Crittenden Medical Liability Conference in Charleston, SC, where they connected with industry peers and immersed themselves in discussions about the latest trends in healthcare and medical malpractice litigation.

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News – April 4, 2024

KBR’s appellate counsel Lisa Fleischmann recent won Summary Judgment in a medical malpractice case in Bronx County!

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News – April 2, 2024

KBR partner Alexander Sikoscow will present a webinar on April 19th titled, “Advanced Strategies for Cross-Examination of Expert Witnesses: Medical Experts, Finding Soft Spots, and Controlling the Witness”.

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News – April 1, 2024

Congratulations to KBR partner Thomas J. Gerspach on obtaining a Defense Verdict in Richmond County! 

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News – March 28, 2024

Congratulations to KBR partner Joan M. Gilbride who has been honored as one of the esteemed Top Women Leaders in Law for 2024 by Women We Admire!

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News – March 27, 2024

KBR partner Brian Margolies will be speaking on the panel titled “Systemic Risk and Uninsurable Risks: What Are the Options for Risk Management” at the 38th Annual Environmental & Emerging Claim Manager Association Conference in Savannah, GA, held from April 3 – 5, 2024.

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News – March 26, 2024

KBR is a proud sponsor of the 38th Annual Environmental & Emerging Claim Manager Association Conference taking place from Wednesday, April 3 – 5, 2024 in Savannah, GA.

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News – March 25, 2024

Join Betsy Baydala, partner at KBR, for an engaging webinar hosted by AHRMNY on March 28th from 12:00 – 1:30 PM EDT.

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News – March 22, 2024

Congratulations to KBR senior litigation counsel Alyssa M. Schiffhauer on obtaining a case dismissal in a medical malpractice action!

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News – March 21, 2024

Join KBR partner Mario C. Giannettino at the CSHRM Quarterly Meeting on Tuesday, April 2, 2024.

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News – March 20, 2024

Congratulations to KBR partners Nicole Sheth and Michael Perlis on obtaining a Motion for Summary Adjudication on behalf of our client!

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News – March 18, 2024

Another milestone was reached as KBR partner Jonathan Rubin successfully concluded teaching another Health Law for Managers course at Cornell University’s Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy, sharing his expertise in health law, legal risk management, and litigation.

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News – March 15, 2024

Ruth Corcoran, a partner at KBR, will be moderating a roundtable discussion at the Crittenden Medical Conference taking place in Charleston, SC  from April 8-10, 2024 on the topic “Nuclear Verdicts”.

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News – March 7, 2024

Celebrating International Women’s Day at KBR!

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News – March 6, 2024

Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP is pleased to announce that four of our outstanding attorneys have been elevated to partners of the firm!

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News – March 6, 2024

KBR partner Jonathan D. Rubin is speaking at the Crittenden Medical Conference taking place in Charleston, SC from April 8-10, 2024.

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Publications – Insurance Coverage

Opportunity, Risk, and Effective Management in the Funds Sector

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Publications – Insurance Coverage

Major Consumer Company Fights Back Against Mass Arbitration

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Sexting: Risky or [F]risky?  An Examination of the Current and Future Legal Treatment of Sexting in the United States

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Publications – Medical Malpractice

Failure to Authenticate Resident’s Signature Leads to Denial of Motion to Change Venue

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Publications – Insurance Coverage

Underwriters Face New Challenges as the U.S. Supreme Court Opens Pathway for Litigations to Proceed in Multiple Jurisdictions

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Publications – Skilled Nursing and Aging Services

KBR Wins Dismissal Based on Emergency Disaster Treatment Protection Act Immunity

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Publications – Insurance Coverage

Crypto is the New Frontier in Securities Fraud Litigation

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News – February 20, 2024

KBR is proud to support the National LGBTQ+ Bar Association and Tyron Garner Memorial Scholarship Fund. 

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Publications – Securities and Directors & Officer Litigation

California District Court Denies Preliminary Approval of Securities Class Settlement

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Publications – Employment and Workplace Management

EEOC Updates Criteria for Mandatory Workplace COVID-19 Testing

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Publications – Skilled Nursing and Aging Services

New York Litigation Coordination Panel Orders Consolidation of Certain COVID Cases

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Publications – Securities and Directors & Officer Litigation

Adult Survivors Act Signed Into Law in New York

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Publications – General Liability

New York Court of Appeals Decides Trio of Labor Law § 240(1) Decisions Significant to Defendants

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Publications – Employment and Workplace Management

New York City Human Rights Law to Require “Bias Audits” for AI Systems and Algorithms Used in Employment Hiring Practices

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Publications – Employment and Workplace Management

New York City Employers Must Include a Salary Range in Job Posts Beginning May 15, 2022

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Publications – Employment and Workplace Management

Employers Must Provide Employees and New Hires with Written Notice of Electronic Monitoring, Effective May 7, 2022

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News – February 14, 2024

Congratulations to KBR partners Andrew S. Kaufman and Betsy D. Baydala on obtaining another defense verdict in a Medical Malpractice matter in Kings County!

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Publications – Employment and Workplace Management

New York City Human Rights Law Expands Coverage to Provide Protections for Domestic Workers

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Publications – Cyber

Irrelevance of Merck to Cyber Policy War Exclusion

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Publications – Insurance Coverage

New York Governor Kathy Hochul Signs into Law an Amended Comprehensive Insurance Disclosure Act, Mitigating Some of the More Burdensome Requirements

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Publications – Medical Malpractice

Second Department Decision Places Increased Burden on Parties Asserting Quality-Assurance Privilege

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Publications – Insurance Coverage

Expansive Insurance Disclosures Now Mandatory by Defendants Under The New York Comprehensive Insurance Disclosure Act

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Publications – Medical Malpractice

“No Surprises Act” Requires Healthcare Providers to Offer Good Faith Estimate of Expected Costs to Self-Pay Patients Upon Request

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Publications – Employment and Workplace Management

Mayor de Blasio Mandates Vaccines for All NYC Employees

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Publications – Employment and Workplace Management

OSHA Suspends its Requirement that Businesses with More than 100 Employees Get a COVID-19 Vaccine or Test Weekly

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Publications – Securities and Directors & Officer Litigation

Delaware Supreme Court Sets Forth New Three Prong Test for Demand Futility in Shareholder Derivative Actions

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Publications – General Liability

New York Attorneys and Doctors Charged with Defrauding Businesses and Insurance Companies of More Than $31 Million Through Trip-and-Fall Fraud Scheme

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Publications – Employment and Workplace Management

EEOC Issues Updated Guidelines on Vaccines in the Workplace

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Publications – Appellate

Appellate Division, Second Department Holds That Governor Cuomo’s March 20, 2020 Executive Order Operates As a True Toll, Rather Than a Mere Extension, Of Filing Deadlines Applicable to Litigation in New York State

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Publications – Skilled Nursing and Aging Services

New York State Senate Repeals COVID-19 Immunity Law

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Publications – Employment and Workplace Management

New Paid Leave Required for COVID-19 Vaccine

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Publications – Healthcare Law

Plaintiff Claims Dismissed by Federal Court Under the PREP Act

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Publications – Medical Malpractice

The United States Government Files Statement of Interest Asserting that Claims that Fall Within the Scope of the PREP Act Are Completely Preempted

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

EEOC Provides Guidance Regarding Mandating COVID-19 Vaccines in the Workplace

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Publications – Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, Home Care & Hospice

Department of Health and Human Services Issues Advisory Opinion Concerning the Scope of the PREP Act

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Publications – Skilled Nursing and Aging Services

Long-Term Care Victory Curbs Class Action

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Publications – Healthcare Law

NY Bill Rolls Back COVID-19 Liability Protection for Health Care Workers

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

NY Expands Protection for Healthcare Workers Under its Whistleblower Law

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Publications – Skilled Nursing and Aging Services

Proposed NY State Senate Bill Would Allow for Remote Monitoring and Video Conferencing Equipment in the Rooms of Nursing Home Residents

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Publications – Accountants Professional Liability

Combination of Market Volatility and Unemployment Expected to Cause an Uptick in ESOP-Related Fiduciary Liability Claims 

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Publications – Healthcare Law

Recent Connecticut Executive Order Mandates Testing at Nursing Home and Other Facilities

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Publications – Healthcare Law

The Opportunities and Challenges of Delivering Mental Health Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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Publications – Employment and Workplace Management

Precautions for Employers to Consider When Reopening the Workplace

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Publications – Healthcare Law

Connecticut Executive Orders Alter Health Care Landscape in Response to COVID-19 

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

OSHA Enforcement Addressing Coronavirus in the Workplace

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Publications – Skilled Nursing and Aging Services

Long-Term Care Providers and Covid-19-Related Laws

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Publications – General Liability

Statute of Limitations Tolled Due to COVID-19: What’s the Practical Effect

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Publications – Skilled Nursing and Aging Services

New York Limits Liability for Medical Professionals Responding to COVID-19

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Publications – Medical Malpractice

Medical Cannabis in the COVID-19 New York State Pause Era

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Publications – Skilled Nursing and Aging Services

HIPAA Compliance and COVID-19

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Publications – Healthcare Law

Recent Federal Emergency Actions for COVID-19 Lowers Barrier to Telehealth

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

Paid Sick Leave for New York Employees Under Quarantine Due to COVID-19

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Publications – Employment and Workplace Management

Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Federal Emergency Relief for Certain Employees

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

Protecting Employers and Employees from COVID-19’s Impact on the Workplace

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Publications – Medical Malpractice

Wendy Young v. Hartford Hospital: The Evolving Requirement for a Similar Healthcare Provider Opinion Letter 

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

New Jersey Becomes First State to Mandate Severance Pay in Mass Layoffs

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News – February 7, 2024

Congrats to KBR attorney Lindsey Nourse on obtaining two dismissals, one in a Medical Malpractice matter and the other in a Long Term Care matter!

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

Changes to New York Employment Law in 2019

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

New Jersey Ban Hairstyle Discrimination

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

Broadened Protection for Reproductive Decision Making in New York State

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Publications – General Liability

Court Rejects Private Claim for Bad Faith Reports of Medical Misconduct

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Publications – Employment and Workplace Management

New DOL Overtime Requirements Go into Effect Jan. 1, 2020. 

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Publications – Employment and Workplace Management

New Jersey Issues Guidance on Hairstyle Discrimination

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Publications – Insurance Coverage

California Supreme Court Addresses Choice of Law and Consent Provisions 

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

New Jersey Passes the Country’s Broadest Wage Theft Law

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Publications – Employment and Workplace Management

New Jersey Amends Law to Prohibit Employers from Asking Job Applicants about Salary History

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

New Jersey Amends Medical Marijuana Law to Provide Employees with Job Protections

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Publications – Medical Malpractice

CMS Finalizes Reversal of Arbitration in Residential Health Care Facilities

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News – February 6, 2024

Last week, KBR attorney Diana-Marie Laventure had the opportunity to connect with bar leaders and DEI advocates at the New Jersey State Bar Association’s Diversity Summit.

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Publications – Insurance Coverage

Proposed New York Legislation Would Increase Potential Liability for Insurers Accused of Unfair Settlement Practices

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Publications – Employment Practices and Wage & Hour Liability

Connecticut Enacts New Paid Family and Medical Leave Act 

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

New York State Expands Sexual Harassment and Discrimination Protections

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Publications – Commercial Litigation

The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and its impact on all companies offering products or services to California residents

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Publications – Insurance Coverage

Marijuana: Big Opportunities and Challenges for Insurers

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

New Jersey Employers May Have to Accommodate Medical Marijuana Use Outside of the Workplace

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Publications – Commercial Litigation

New York Businesses Regain Hope in ADA Website Accessibility Cases

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

New York Court of Appeals Issues a Wage and Hour Victory to the Home Health Care Industry

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

New Legislation Strengthens New Jersey’s Family Leave Laws

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News – February 2, 2024

KBR partner Andrew Oldis was a guest on the latest episode of Rising Edge Ltd’s D&O Podcast.

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News – February 2, 2024

KBR attorney Diana-Marie Laventure moderated a CLE entitled “Building and Expanding the Pipeline in a Post SFFA v. Harvard/UNC World” on Thursday, January 25th for the New Jersey Bar Association’s Annual Diversity Summit.

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News – February 2, 2024

Congratulations to KBR attorney Brennan P. Breeland on becoming a member of the Supreme Court Bar!

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News – February 2, 2024

On February 6th, KBR attorney Lauren M. Lundquist presented a CLE titled, “Reptilian Tactics in First-Party Insurance Litigation: Lessons for Insurers” along with Dr. Ken Broda-Bahm, Ph.D of Persuasion Strategies and Robert T. Horst of Horst Krekstein & Runyon.

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News – February 1, 2024

Congratulations to KBR Attorney Christina Christoforo on back to back summary judgment wins!

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News – January 16, 2024

Congratulations to KBR attorneys Alyssa Schiffhauer and Keith Kaplan on a summary judgment win in a long-term care matter.

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News – January 9, 2024

Congratulations to KBR attorney Jennifer Puglisi who successfully secured a dismissal of a §1983 case on behalf of a police department regarding an alleged improper service of a COVID-19 order.

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News – January 4, 2024

Congratulations to KBR partner David Bloom on an appellate win in a legal malpractice action in the Second Department!

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News – January 3, 2024

Earlier this month, KBR attorneys had an incredible experience in Las Vegas at the PLUS Annual Conference, where we proudly served as Diamond Sponsors.

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News – December 27, 2023

Congratulations to KBR partners Christine E. Fernandez Rockwell and Betsy D. Baydala on a recent defense verdict in New York Supreme Court!

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News – December 20, 2023

Congratulations to KBR partner Nicole Sheth on being named President of the Professional Liability Underwriting Society!

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News – December 18, 2023

Happy Holidays from Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP!

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News – December 12, 2023

Congratulations to KBR partners Andrew S. Kaufman and Betsy D. Baydala on a Defense Verdict in New York County Supreme Court in a medical malpractice matter.

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News – December 6, 2023

KBR partner Jacqueline Mandell recently secured a unanimous First Department decision reversing an order that initially denied our motion for summary judgment.

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News – December 5, 2023

KBR partner Scott A. Schechter moderated a panel on, “Concerning Risk Trends in Public Company D&O and FI”, at the PLUS Conference in Las Vegas.

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News – December 5, 2023

KBR is a proud Diamond Sponsor of the upcoming PLUS Conference in Las Vegas on December 4-5, 2023.

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News – November 16, 2023

Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan has been named a Best Lawyers Best Law Firms 2024 in Medical Malpractice Law- Defendants, Personal Injury Litigation- Defendants and Litigation- Labor and Employment!

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News – November 13, 2023

KBR attorneys recently had the privilege to attend PLUS Foundation’s Women’s Leadership Network Luncheon, held at the prestigious The Yale Club of New York City.

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News – November 10, 2023

KBR was a proud sponsor of the 9th Annual Veterans Haven 5k Run in Haddonfield, NJ.

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News – November 9, 2023

KBR attorney Dominique Fequiere was recently a featured speaker on a Women in Litigation panel at St. John’s University School of Law.

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News – November 8, 2023

KBR partner Dianna D. McCarthy recently spoke at the American Conference Institute’s 32nd Annual Employment Practices Liability Insurance Conference in Chicago, Illinois.

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News – November 6, 2023

On Monday, October 30, 2023, KBR attorney Daniel H. Lewkowicz was honored by The Legal Aid Society as a recipient of the 2023 Pro Bono Publico Award.

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News – October 23, 2023

KBR is delighted to serve as a proud sponsor of the upcoming Fall Educational Conference & Reception organized by AHRMNY.

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News – October 20, 2023

In honoring October as LBGTQ+ History Month, KBR partner Kurtis McManus recently authored an article titled “Wallflower or Dancing Partner? A Call for Allyship in Celebration of LGBTQ+ History Month.”

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News – October 19, 2023

KBR partner Dianna D. McCarthy recently participated in the Professional Liability Underwriting Society Eastern Chapter Golf Tournament at Echo Lake Country Club in Westfield, New Jersey.

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News – October 18, 2023

Congratulations to KBR attorneys Patrick Stoltz and Neil A. Fox, Esq. on an appellate victory in the Second Circuit!

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News – October 17, 2023

Congratulations to KBR’s 2023 New York Metro Super Lawyers!

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News – October 16, 2023

Congratulations to KBR’s 2023 New York Metro Super Lawyers: Rising Stars!

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News – October 13, 2023

KBR partner Dianna D. McCarthy recently spoke at the Lockton Financial Services Conference in Miami Beach, Florida.

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News – October 12, 2023

Congratulations to KBR attorney Rocco P. Matra on obtaining summary judgment in Kings County on a construction Labor Law case.

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News – October 11, 2023

Congratulations to KBR partner Thomas J. Gerspach on a Defense Verdict in Kings County Supreme Court on a wrongful death medical malpractice matter!

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News – October 2, 2023

On Thursday, October 5th, KBR partner Judy M. Fisher spoke at ePlace Solutions, Inc.’s 3rd Annual Sexual Abuse, Victimization, and Exploitation Symposium.

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News – September 29, 2023

KBR recently held our 2023 New Associate Seminar.

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News – September 25, 2023

Congratulations to KBR partner Daniel Schilling for securing a dismissal in the Eastern District of New York!

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Avoid Telehealth Pitfalls In A Post-Pandemic Environment

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News – September 19, 2023

KBR partner Dianna D. McCarthy spoke at the American Conference Institute’s 32nd Annual Employment Practices Liability Insurance Conference on October 24th in Chicago, Illinois.

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News – September 14, 2023

Mario C. Giannettino authored an article featured in McKnight’s Long-Term Care News addressing the subject of Quality Assurance privilege in skilled nursing facilities.

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News – September 12, 2023

KBR partner Michelle Benedetto adds another victory to the record!

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News – September 8, 2023

A recent article on Bloomberg Law discusses a decision by a federal court finding coverage under a private company D&O policy for an opioid litigation.

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News – September 7, 2023

We are thrilled to announce that KBR attorney Jennifer Puglisi from our Buffalo, NY office has been honored as a Rising Star on the 2023 Upstate New York Super Lawyers list!

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News – September 6, 2023

Congratulations to KBR partner Dianna D. McCarthy on obtaining an impressive appellate win in a potential class action suit in the Second Department!

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News – September 5, 2023

KBR partners Mario Giannettino and Ruth Corcoran took in the sights and enjoyed their time in Washington, D.C. while attending the 2023 DRI Senior Living and Long-Term Care Litigation Seminar!

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News – August 21, 2023

Celebrating our accomplished attorneys for their inclusion in the 2024 editions of Best Lawyers in America!

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News – August 17, 2023

Wishing KBR’s ten 2023 summer associates a great academic year as they head back to their respective law schools after a summer filled with great experiences inside and outside of our offices.

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News – August 10, 2023

On August 10, 2023, the Appellate Division, First Department, reversed a lower court’s grant of a defendant nursing home’s motion to change venue based on a contractual venue selection clause.

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News – August 9, 2023

Congratulations to KBR attorneys Patrick A. Dolan and Lindsey Nourse on obtaining summary judgment in a Medical Malpractice case in Kings Supreme!

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The Anti-Rape/Anti-Sexual Assault Movement on College Campuses

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News – June 5, 2023

Congratulations to KBR attorney Philip Artusa on securing a defense verdict in a medical malpractice case venued in Sullivan County.

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

New York City Human Rights Law to Require “Bias Audits” for AI Systems and Algorithms Used in Employment Hiring Practices

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Publications – Cyber Liability and Tech E&O

Crypto is the New Frontier in the Securities Fraud Litigation

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Publications – Healthcare Law

’No Surprises Act’ Requires Healthcare Providers to Offer Good Faith Estimate of Expected Costs to Self-Pay Patients Upon Request

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Publications – Securities Broker-Dealer

California District Court Denies Preliminary Approval of Securities Class Settlement

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

EEOC Updates Criteria for Mandatory Workplace COVID-19 Testing

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Publications – Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, Home Care & Hospice

New York Litigation Coordination Panel Orders Consolidation of Certain COVID Cases

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Publications – Sexual Abuse and Molestation Liability

Adult Survivors Act Signed Into Law in New York

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News – May 20, 2022

KBR attorney Mario C. Giannettino is featured in the new edition of AHRMNY Risk Management Journal, Volume 1 – 2022.

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Can Social Media Corporations be held Liable Under International Law for Human Rights Atrocities?

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Publications – Construction and Labor Law

New York Court of Appeals Decides Trio of Labor Law § 240(1) Decisions Significant to Defendants

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

New York City Employers Must Include a Salary Range in Job Posts Beginning May 15, 2022

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Employers Must Provide Employees and New Hires with Written Notice of Electronic Monitoring, Effective May 7, 2022

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

New York City Human Rights Law Expands Coverage to Provide Protections for Domestic Workers

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Publications – Cyber Liability and Tech E&O

Irrelevance of Merck to Cyber Policy War Exclusion

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Publications – Coverage Litigation and Arbitration

New York Governor Kathy Hochul Signs into Law an Amended Comprehensive Insurance Disclosure Act, Mitigating Some of the More Burdensome Requirements

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Publications – Healthcare Law

Second Department Decision Places Increased Burden On Parties Asserting Quality-Assurance Privilege

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Publications – Coverage Litigation and Arbitration

Expansive Insurance Disclosures Now Mandatory by Defendants Under The New York Comprehensive Insurance Disclosure Act

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

Mayor de Blasio Mandates Vaccines for All NYC Employees

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

OSHA Suspends its Requirement that Businesses with More than 100 Employees Get a COVID-19 Vaccine or Test Weekly

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Publications – General Liability

New York Attorneys and Doctors Charged with Defrauding Businesses and Insurance Companies of More Than $31 Million Through Trip-and-Fall Fraud Scheme

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

Governor Cuomo Signed Into Law the New York Health and Essential Rights Act (HERO Act) Requiring New Workplace Safety Measures

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Publications – Employment Practices Litigation

EEOC Issues Updated Guidelines on Vaccines in the Workplace

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Publications – General Liability

Second Department Holds That NY Governor’s Executive Orders Operate as a Toll, Not an Extension, of Litigation Filing Deadlines

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Publications – Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, Home Care & Hospice

New York State Senate Repeals COVID-19 Immunity Law

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Publications – Cyber Liability and Tech E&O

New Paid Leave Required for COVID-19 Vaccine

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Publications – Medical Malpractice

Plaintiff Claims Dismissed by Federal Court Under the PREP Act

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Publications – Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, Home Care & Hospice

The United States Government Files Statement of Interest Asserting that Claims that Fall Within the Scope of the PREP Act Are Completely Preempted

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We Didn’t Start the Fire… Did We? Analyzing Why California Can’t Seem to Extinguish Its Worsening Wildfire Problem

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Strategies and Techniques of Shakespeare’s Creative Mediators in Measure for Measure and The Tempest,” American Arbitration Association (AAA), Dispute Resolution Journal – Vol. 70, No. 3.

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