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Reuters | June 06, 2018
Litigation Department Chair Scott O’Connell is quoted in this article on a “significant breakthrough” the Nixon Peabody team achieved in its representation of a group of 26 New Hampshire hospitals seeking reimbursement from the state for indigent care costs.
Law360 | May 07, 2018
In this roundup of promotions to partner and firm management positions, 14 attorneys from Nixon Peabody are highlighted. The 11 attorneys promoted to partner are Ellie Altshuler, Mark Beaudoin, Erik Birkeneder, Hannah Bornstein, Chris Browning, Barry Carrigan, Keri McWilliams, Matt Mullen, Steven Richard, Charles Tamuleviz and Alison Torbitt. In addition, Kenneth C. Lind was promoted to leader of the firms’ public finance practice group, Justin Thompson was promoted to office managing partner in LA, and Aaron Yowell was promoted to chief innovation officer.
Law360 | April 26, 2018
Albany commercial litigation partner Bill Reynolds is mentioned in this story for his representation of AngioDynamics Inc. in an ongoing dispute with Biolitec AG.
The Union Leader (New Hampshire) | April 25, 2018
In the following coverage, Litigation Department Chair Scott O’Connell is quoted discussing a dispute between the state of New Hampshire and a group of hospitals over tax and reimbursements for uncompensated care.
Law360 | April 25, 2018
Boston government investigations and white collar defense partners Mark Seltzer and Brian French are mentioned in this story for their representation of pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKline in a lawsuit brought by users of its anti-nausea medication Zofran.
WMUR-TV | April 24, 2018
In the following coverage, Litigation Department Chair Scott O’Connell is quoted discussing a dispute between the state of New Hampshire and a group of hospitals over tax and reimbursements for uncompensated care.
Concord Monitor | April 24, 2018
Litigation Department Chair Scott O’Connell is mentioned in the article for his representation of a hospital group at a hearing of the New Hampshire state Senate finance committee. The hospitals are in a dispute with the state over reimbursements for health care services provided to people who cannot afford them.
Law360 | April 16, 2018
In the following coverage, Boston government investigations and white-collar defense partners Mark Seltzer and Hannah Bornstein are mentioned for their ongoing representation of Johnson & Johnson and its subsidiary DePuy Orthopaedics Inc. in a False Claims Act case. The Supreme Court recently declined to review the First Circuit’s ruling in the case.
Reuters Legal | April 16, 2018
In the following coverage, Boston government investigations and white-collar defense partners Mark Seltzer and Hannah Bornstein are mentioned for their ongoing representation of Johnson & Johnson and its subsidiary DePuy Orthopaedics Inc. in a False Claims Act case. The Supreme Court recently declined to review the First Circuit’s ruling in the case.
Providence Business News | April 13, 2018
This article on how employers can help curb opioid-related deaths in Rhode Island was co-written by Business and Finance Department Chair Steve Zubiago, Providence health care partner Chris Browning and associate Mike Gorfinkle.
Long Island Press | April 13, 2018
Long Island Office Managing Partner Allan Cohen is mentioned in this article as a member of the Long Island Press Power List, which recognizes the region’s most influential business, nonprofit and political leaders.
Law360 | April 12, 2018
Boston government investigations and white-collar defense partners Mark Seltzer and Hannah Bornstein are mentioned in this article for representing Johnson & Johnson Services Inc. and its subsidiary DePuy Orthopaedics in a suit alleging violations of the False Claims Act.
Reuters | April 05, 2018
Litigation department chair Scott O’Connell is quoted in this story involving Nixon Peabody’s representation of an association of New Hampshire hospitals in its successful appeal against the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The lawsuit relates to a policy change about how Medicaid payment are calculated.
Modern Healthcare | April 03, 2018
Providence health care partner Chris Browning is quoted in this article on the advantages for hospitals that move to a single shared electronic health records platform.
Modern Healthcare | March 07, 2018
Chicago public finance partner Tom Fahey provides commentary in this article about the financial strain on hospital systems caused by the ongoing nursing shortage.
Modern Healthcare | February 15, 2018
Chicago health care partner Valerie Montague is quoted in this article on the possible impact of the proposed budget cuts to the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology, the federal agency in charge of implementing provisions of the 21st Century Cares Act.
Modern Healthcare | January 01, 2018
In this round-up of health care industry predictions for 2018, Chicago health care partner Valerie Montague provides an outlook on the future of cybersecurity in health care.
Modern Healthcare | December 16, 2017
Rochester public company transactions associate Brian Becker is quoted in this article about how the cryptocurrency bitcoin is becoming mainstream and how it may affect the health care industry.
Law360 | November 22, 2017
This article mentions Boston commercial litigation associate Morgan Nighan and Manchester commercial litigation partner and litigation department head Scott O’Connell for representing New Hampshire hospitals in an ongoing dispute involving a Centers for Medicare & Medicaid services reimbursement policy. Scott is also quoted.
CNBC | November 19, 2017
Los Angeles health care partner Jill Gordon, who this article identifies as a “top lawyer” in the digital health space, provides in-depth commentary regarding the three common practices she’s seen among health technology startups that may violate medical regulations and what companies should be aware of to avoid costly penalties.
Rochester Business Journal | November 17, 2017
Rochester private equity and investment funds partner Jeremy Wolk, Los Angeles health care partner Jill Gordon and Los Angeles labor and employment associate Mae Hau coauthored this contributed article on the explosion of mobile health applications and the potential accessibility issues.
Law360 | November 17, 2017
This article quotes Manchester commercial litigation partner and litigation department head Scott O’Connell and mentions him and Boston commercial litigation associate Morgan Nighan as counsel representing New Hampshire hospitals in a dispute involving a Centers for Medicare & Medicaid services reimbursement policy.
CNBC | November 17, 2017
Los Angeles health care partner Jill Gordon, who this article identifies as a “top lawyer” in the digital health space, provides in-depth commentary regarding the three common practices she’s seen among health technology startups that may violate medical regulations and what companies should be aware of to avoid costly penalties.
Buffalo Business First | November 16, 2017
The following coverage mentions Albany health care partner Peter Millock for his representation in a proposed first-ever interstate hospital merger in New York State.
Politico | November 16, 2017
The following coverage mentions Albany health care partner Peter Millock for his representation in a proposed first-ever interstate hospital merger in New York State.
SHRM.com | November 06, 2017
San Francisco labor and employment associate Rachel Conn is quoted in this article about how employees should handle requiring flu shots for health care workers.
Modern Healthcare | October 11, 2017
Long Island health care partner Lindsay Maleson provides commentary in this article about how research is affected when academic medical centers merge with larger nonacademic health care providers.
Modern Healthcare | October 03, 2017
Chicago health care partner Valerie Montague is quoted in this article discussing how the proposed cuts to the 340B drug discount program may impact health systems.
Report on Patient Privacy | October 01, 2017
Chicago health care partner Valerie Breslin Montague is quoted in this article about how hospitals and clinics are using digital voice assistants.
Modern Healthcare | September 28, 2017
Long Island real estate partner Ed Puerta is quoted in this article about the trend of health care providers moving into shopping malls.
TechCrunch | September 22, 2017
Los Angles IP counseling and transactions associate Erik Birkeneder authored this column about the future and benefits of health care mobile applications.
Modern Healthcare | September 22, 2017
Chicago health care partner Valerie Breslin Montague is quoted in this article about the lawsuit filed by Agnesian Healthcare against Cerner regarding a botched rollout of a revenue cycle management system.
Long Island Business News | August 30, 2017
This article features Long Island labor and employment partner Jeff Meyer’s arrival to Nixon Peabody, highlighting his extensive wage-and-hour and class action experience, and quotes Long Island office managing partner Allan Cohen.
Law360 | August 25, 2017
Chicago health care partner Valerie Montague is quoted in this article about how Aetna Inc.’s mailed letters to policy holders regarding prescriptions for HIV drugs violated the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
Modern Healthcare | August 22, 2017
Chicago health care partner Valerie Breslin Montague is quoted in this article about how many not-for-profit health care providers are joining larger health care systems as a result of rising costs to operate as independent hospitals.
Modern Healthcare | July 31, 2017
Chicago health care partner Valerie Montague provides third-party commentary in this article about the potential for Alexa and other voice assistants to be used as a health care tool. Valerie speaks to what needs to happen for these devices to become compliant under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Forbes | July 31, 2017
Los Angeles health care partner Jill Gordon is quoted throughout this Q&A piece about how mothers are finding ways to spend quality time with their daughters while maintaining a demanding and thriving career.
Family Practice News | July 17, 2017
Chicago health care associate April Schweitzer is quoted in this article about the challenges for establishing clinically integrated networks and how hospitals and physicians can overcome them.
Bloomberg Law | July 14, 2017
Rochester energy and environmental partner Jean McCreary, professional specialist Libby Ford, and Albany health care partner Peter Millock authored this article about the memo sent to all State Survey Agency Directors from the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding a new requirement for certified health facilities to assess and address Legionella-related risks in their water systems.
Trustee | June 30, 2017
Chicago public finance partner Thomas Fahey authored this column about how nonprofit community hospital board members should consider duty of care and duty of loyalty to guide decisions regarding joining larger health systems.
MedCity News | June 15, 2017
Los Angeles IP counseling and transactions associate Erik Birkeneder and health care associate Daniel Eliav co-authored this article about legal issues digital health companies should consider.
Long Island Business News | May 26, 2017
Long Island health care associate JoAnna Nicholson is featured in this Q&A about her career, work-life balance and women in law.
HR Morning | May 12, 2017
This article is about Rochester labor and employment partner Kate Saracene’s presentation on company FSA plans at the Mid-Sized Retirement & Healthcare Plan Management Conference in Phoenix, Arizona.
Long Island Business News | April 26, 2017
Long Island health care associate JoAnna Nicholson is mentioned in this article for being named one of Hofstra Law School’s “Outstanding Women in Law” award recipients.
New Hampshire Union Leader | April 16, 2017
Manchester litigation department leader Scott O’Connell is quoted throughout this article about developments in an ongoing case involving the New Hampshire Medical Malpractice Joint Underwriting Association.
Valley News | April 04, 2017
Scott O’Connell, leader of the firm’s Litigation Department, is quoted in this article about potential budget repercussions from New Hampshire’s failure to create a dedicated fund for hospital reimbursements.
Innovate Long Island | March 22, 2017
Long Island health care partner Allan Cohen appeared in this article focused on the 2017 Innovator of the Year Awards.
Los Angeles/San Francisco Daily Journal | February 15, 2017
Los Angeles IP litigation partner Shawn Hansen authored this column about an upcoming case in the U.S. Supreme Court that will deal with Biologics Price Competition and Innovation Act of 2009 (BPCIA), which was enacted as part of the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
Law360 | January 17, 2017
This article recaps HIPAA stats and highlights from the past year. Chicago health care partner Valerie Montague is quoted throughout discussing privacy breaches and how health care organizations react.
Long Island Business News | January 11, 2017
Long Island office managing partner Allan Cohen provides an outlook on industries such as life sciences and biotechnology which have been areas of recent growth for Long Island.
Chicago Tribune | December 27, 2016
This story previews what health care industry changes we may see in 2017. Chicago partner and health care practice chair Lynn Gordon provides third-party commentary regarding the issues hospital systems face and the impact of potential changes to Obamacare in a Trump administration.
The Deal | December 20, 2016
This article is about private equity firm Thomas H. Lee Partners LP ‘s recent investment in Professional Physical Therapy, a provider of physical therapy and rehabilitation services. Long Island health care partner Michele Masucci and associate JoAnna Nicholson are noted as representing Professional Physical Therapy.
Long Island Business News | November 07, 2016
Long Island Health Care group partner Michael Taubin’s new role as health care practice leader is highlighted in this story.
McKnight's Long-Term Care News | November 01, 2016
This article focuses on the outcome of the U.S. election may affect long-term care providers. Chicago health care partner John Durso is quoted in this piece discussing how doctors and hospitals are focused on accountable care organizations to reduce per capita costs.
Law360 | October 03, 2016
Los Angeles health care partner Jill Gordon is featured in this series of Q&As with legal industry leaders.
Journal of Bankruptcy Law | October 01, 2016
New York City financial restructuring and bankruptcy partner Robert Christmas authored this column that discusses the importance of proper planning for health care entities to navigate the legal “shoals” of Bayou Shores and similar cases to arrive at a successful restructuring.
Crain’s New York Business Health Pulse | September 02, 2016
This news brief notes that Michael Taubin has been named health care practice group leader.
NYSBA Health Law Journal | September 01, 2016
A team of health care attorneys including partners Laurie Cohen and Michael Taubin and associate JoAnna Nicholson authored this column discussing the Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment (DSRIP) program and its efforts to transform the New York Medicaid system.
Reuters Legal | July 20, 2016
This coverage notes that Los Angeles health care partner Jill Gordon has been elected to the firm’s management committee, and that M&A and corporate transactions partner Tom Gaynor has been tapped as the San Francisco office managing partner.
McKnight's Long Term Care News | July 01, 2016
Chicago health care partner John Durso addresses what points should be considered when a facility starts contracting talks with an accountable care organization or other group arrangement.
McKnight's Long Term Care News | June 01, 2016
Chicago health care partner John Durso answers questions about if organizations can factor in a credit report check on a potential director of nursing into the hiring process.
Health Information Compliance Alert | June 01, 2016
Long Island health care associate Kristen Marotta is quoted in this piece on increasing tough standards related to sensitive health information.
Law360 | May 25, 2016
Government Investigations & White Collar Defense partner Tina Sciocchetti, health care partner Laurie Cohen and commercial litigation associate Michal Ovadia co-authored this column discussing the risks companies that collect or maintain sensitive personal information face when a rogue employee compromises data security.
Product Liability Law & Strategy | May 01, 2016
This second installment of a two-part column authored by New York City partners Chris Mason and Kristin Jamberdino discusses litigation centered upon fitness trackers and other personal monitoring devices.
McKnight's Long Term Care News | May 01, 2016
Chicago health care partner John Durso addresses questions facilities should keep in mind when dealing with a transitioning employee.
Law360 | April 29, 2016
Chicago health care partner Valerie Breslin Montague is included in this piece that looks at how attorneys are dealing with increasing Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) penalties and audits.
Law360 | April 07, 2016
Los Angeles partners Justin Thompson, Rudy Salo and associate Daniel Eliav co-authored this piece discussing the potential impact driverless technology could have on real estate development as well as infrastructure financing.
The Ambulatory M&A Advisor | April 01, 2016
Long Island health care partner Rebecca Simone is quoted in this article that reviews the benefits, risks and process of a sale-leaseback in a health care transaction, and what it can hold for those participating in one.
Product Liability Law & Strategy | April 01, 2016
The first installment of a two-part column authored by New York City partners Chris Mason and Kristin Jamberdino deals with the timely issue of resolving claims centered upon fitness trackers and other personal monitoring devices.
McKnight's Long Term Care News | April 01, 2016
Chicago health care partner John Durso discusses issues surrounding competitors using similar marketing slogans and copying other sales ideas.
Law360 | March 28, 2016
Albany health care partner Laurie Cohen is quoted in this article discussing a New York law that went into effect on March 27 requiring physicians to issue prescriptions electronically in an attempt to crack down on opioid addiction.
Health Data Management | March 22, 2016
Albany health care partner Laurie Cohen and Chicago health care partner Valerie Breslin Montague are quoted throughout this feature article discussing the HHS Office for Civil Rights’ increased efforts sanctioning healthcare covered entities with corrective action plans and financial fines for major violations of the HIPAA privacy and security rules.
Newsday | March 12, 2016
Partner and leader of the health care practice Michele Masucci is quoted in this article discussing health care systems’ efforts to grow revenue by tapping employee innovation. Michele provides third-party commentary on the positive impact that venture capital financing can have for health care systems offering them an ownership stake in these new technologies.
Fertility Bridge | March 09, 2016
Chicago Health Care partner Valerie Breslin Montague is featured in this Q&A discussing Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) as it relates to digital media.
Quick Read | March 09, 2016
Chicago Health Care partner Lynn Gordon authored this article on Stark law governing physician referrals and payments for those practices.
Life After Loyola | February 01, 2016
In this podcast series, Chicago Health Care associate April Schweitzer, a graduate of Loyola University Chicago School of Law, discusses her practice and advice for law students interested in health law.
Law360 | January 29, 2016
Chicago Health Care associates Erica Cribbs, Gretchen Harper and April Schweitzer co-authored this column discussing the Food and Drug Administration’s priorities for the year.
Modern Healthcare | January 20, 2016
This article discusses a New Jersey bill mandating not-for-profit hospitals contribute to local municipalities instead of paying property taxes, noting a veto by the New Jersey governor came just one day before the Illinois Department of Revenue confirmed that it has temporarily stopped reviewing hospitals' applications for property tax exemptions. Chicago Health Care partner John Durso provides general commentary on these tax-exemption issues.
Rochester Business Journal | January 04, 2016
Rochester partner and leader of our Health and Welfare Employee Benefits team, Kate Saracene provides commentary in this feature article discussing the potential impact of recent changes to the Affordable Care Act.
McKnight's Long Term Care News | January 01, 2016
Chicago Health Care partner John Durso is quoted in this feature discussing combatting possible theft from residents’ accounts.
Providence Business News | December 22, 2015
Health Care partner and chair of the firms' Business & Finance department Steve Zubiago is featured in this profile. Steve addresses the changing health care landscape and working with clients to maximize their opportunities.
McKnight's Long Term Care News | December 04, 2015
Chicago Health Care partner John Durso discusses how long-term care organizations can deal with discrimination or wrongful termination claims.
Associated Press | November 30, 2015
This article notes efforts by Connecticut hospitals to fight a tax that the medical centers claim is unconstitutional and is harming hospitals financially. Litigation & Dispute Resolution partner Gordon MacDonald, who is advising the Connecticut Hospital Association, is quoted in the piece.
New York Law Journal | November 06, 2015
The Lawyers Alliance for New York presented the 2015 Cornerstone Awards for outstanding pro bono legal services provided to nonprofit organizations. Long Island office managing partner Allan Cohen and Long Island real estate associate Ed Puerta were among the those honored.
McKnight's Long-Term Care News | November 05, 2015
Chicago Health Care partner John Durso discusses potential factors impacting the definition of manager or turn operators into co-employers with staffing agencies.
Innovate Long Island | November 02, 2015
This coverage highlights our health care practice’s U.S. News–Best Lawyers “Law Firm of the Year” recognition. Practice group leader Michele Masucci is quoted. The firm’s national tier 1 rankings are also highlighted.
Medical Home News | October 01, 2015
Los Angeles Health Care partner Jill Gordon and associate Daniel Eliav authored this column discussing the top legal issues for consumer-facing health care technology. Click here to read the full article.
McKnight's Long Term Care News | September 04, 2015
Chicago Health Care partner John Durso answers this Q&A about issues arising from relationships among long-term care facility residents.
Crain's New York Business - Health Pulse | August 20, 2015
Health Care partner Rebecca Simone provides commentary on the struggle some health care providers face working to ensure the security and HIPAA compliance of outside business partners with access to electronic medical records.
Medical Practice Compliance Alert | August 17, 2015
Chicago Health Care partner Valerie Montague discusses tips for employers to follow to avoid being accused of unfair labor practices while trying to keep patient information safe.
Medical Practice Compliance Alert | August 17, 2015
Chicago Health Care partner Valerie Montague discusses lessons learned from a case involving an ophthalmology practice who terminated an employee due to violations of HIPAA.
