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Binding arbitration remains on the rise. Indeed, there is a high likelihood that only a small percentage of the readers of this article w...

On September 5, 2017, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) concluded an extensive regulatory revision proces...

On February 26, 2018, the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit overruled its own precedent and became only the second Co...

The opioid crisis has led to an increase in malpractice and State disciplinary actions against providers. What are tips to mitigate the l...

Over the years the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has regularly settled litigation brought by environmental interest groups a...

My practice is negotiating to be acquired by a hospital system. How can I ensure I do not suffer undue stress through this transaction? I...

Under new legislation effective July 20, 2017, New York State has taken steps to protect children under age 18 from being subjected to ch...

A recent decision by the Southern District of New York reminds practitioners of the importance of a well-crafted and detailed engagement ...

The Obama Administration adopted a Climate Action Plan in 2013, which addressed climate change issues. Pursuant to the Climate Action Pla...

The “Great Recession” that began in 2007 had tremendous impacts on the U.S. economy, and the legal industry was not immune to those impac...

My partners and I run a general practice and have become alarmed about the reported increase in opioid abuse by patients. What concerns s...

“Everything in its right place.” -- Radiohead Mise en place is a French culinary phrase often used in professional kitchens to refer to p...

On March 28, 2017, President Trump signed an Executive Order to dramatically shift course from the climate change focus of the Obama Admi...

For attorneys attempting to collect non-commercial debts for their clients, familiarity with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCP...

Though we are now almost a year into mandatory e-prescribing, I still have some questions, especially when things don’t happen in the standa

Writing this column in December 2016, now a month past the surprising presidential election result, brings with it many uncertainties. Pr...

My general practice partner and I have noticed an increase in the number of patients who review their doctors online. How do we handle an...

For good reason, given the volume of litigation generated by them, restrictive covenants in employment agreements attempting to limit or ...

Have you ever had one of those dreams that you are winning a game show? “Alex, let’s go with ‘Publish or Perish in the Courtroom’ for $1,...

On December 16, 2015, the New York State Court of Appeals issued a decision that has important implications for medical malpractice liab ...