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Joshua B. Beisker
2 days ago5 min read
Ask An Attorney: The Importance of Estate Planning in a Health Crisis
Q: One of my employees has recently been diagnosed with cancer. What legal documents, advice, and plans do you recommend to help her...
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Underberg & Kessler
Dec 17, 20241 min read
Rochester Business Journal Names Anna E. Lynch as 2024 Icon Honors Award Winner
We are happy to announce that Anna E. Lynch , partner in the Health Care and Corporate & Business practice groups, has received the...
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David H. Fitch
Nov 22, 20243 min read
Ask An Attorney: Involuntary Transfer or Discharge of Nursing Home Resident
Q: I am an attending physician at a nursing home. Can the facility pursue the involuntary transfer or discharge of a resident who is a...
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![Ericka B. Elliott Selected as a 2024 Rochester Business Journal Forty Under 40 Honoree](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/26d562_937994e5bbbd4a14982304eed590afe5~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_296,h_167,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/26d562_937994e5bbbd4a14982304eed590afe5~mv2.webp)
Underberg & Kessler
Sep 24, 20242 min read
Ericka B. Elliott Selected as a 2024 Rochester Business Journal Forty Under 40 Honoree
Congratulations to Ericka Elliott for being selected as a 2024 Forty Under 40 honoree.
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Tyler J. Wilson
Aug 16, 20243 min read
Ask An Attorney: FTC’s Proposed Rule on Non-Compete Agreements in Health Care
Q: I work at a practice that employs physicians with Non-Compete Agreements. What is the status of the FTC’s proposed rule on Non-Compete...
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Underberg & Kessler
Jun 10, 20241 min read
Underberg & Kessler Advises St. John’s on URMC Collaboration
The Health Care and Corporate & Business Law practice teams at Underberg & Kessler LLP were proud to have advised St. John’s in its...
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David M. Tang
May 31, 20246 min read
Advocacy Matters
In a time of divided politics and policy, advocacy stands as a critical tool for communicating ideas, shaping legislation and driving...
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Underberg & Kessler
May 30, 20242 min read
Ericka B. Elliott Appointed to Western New York Rural Area Health Education Center Board of Directors
Ericka B. Elliott, associate attorney in the Health Care and Litigation Practice Groups, has been appointed to serve on the Board of Directo
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Underberg & Kessler
May 2, 20242 min read
Ericka B. Elliott Named Finalist for the 2024 Greater Rochester Chamber Ignite Award
We are pleased to announce that Ericka B. Elliott, associate attorney in the Health Care and Litigation Practice Groups, has been...
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Underberg & Kessler
Apr 30, 20241 min read
Ericka B. Elliott Appointed to St. Ann’s Foundation Board of Directors
We are pleased to announce that Ericka B. Elliott, associate attorney in the Health Care and Litigation Practice Groups, has been...
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Ericka B. Elliott
Feb 15, 20244 min read
Ask An Attorney: Cybersecurity Challenges for Medical Providers
With the proliferation of electronic health records, medical providers are facing new challenges in the form of phishing and ransomware...
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David H. Fitch
Dec 20, 20233 min read
Ask An Attorney: Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Insurance Coverage
U&K's David H. Fitch discusses the latest rules for patients seeking insurance coverage for mental health and addiction treatment.
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Underberg & Kessler
Oct 5, 20232 min read
David M. Tang Honored by NYSBA for Promoting Diversity in the Legal Profession
We are pleased to announce that David M. Tang, a partner in the Firm’s Health Care, Litigation, and Creditors’ Rights practice groups,...
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Colin D. Ramsey
Sep 22, 20233 min read
Ask An Attorney: Arbitration vs. Traditional Lawsuits for Health Care Facilities
U&K's Colin D. Ramsey discusses whether certain health care facilities should always seek arbitration vs. traditional lawsuits.
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Underberg & Kessler
Jun 23, 20231 min read
Ericka B. Elliott Appointed to Lifespan Board of Directors
We are pleased to announce that U&K attorney, Ericka B. Elliott, has been appointed to serve on the Board of Directors of Lifespan.
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Underberg & Kessler
May 25, 20235 min read
Ask An Attorney: Post-Residency Employment Agreement Considerations
U&K's Brandon M. Ball answers questions about post-residency employment agreements in a recent issue of The Bulletin from MCMS.
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Thomas F. Knab
Mar 24, 20234 min read
The Enforceability of Skilled Nursing Care Agreements
The environment for long-term care for the elderly, and particularly skilled nursing care, is complex, often emotionally charged, and . . .
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Ericka B. Elliott
Nov 16, 20212 min read
Vaccination Requirement Released for Staff at Medicare- and Medicaid-Approved Facilities
On November 5, 2021, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published an interim final rule (the “IFC”) establishing COVID-19...
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David H. Fitch
Jul 13, 20216 min read
Are the Floodgates of Litigation Now Open For Covid-19 Medical Malpractice Claims?
In addition to David H. Fitch, this post was authored with input from Margaret E. Somerset. By all accounts, we are back to normal...
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Helen A. Zamboni
Feb 23, 20213 min read
Ask An Attorney - Fulfilling Patient Requests For Their Medical Records
Question: It’s a good thing that many patients are becoming more actively involved in their care, but my practice is finding it difficult...
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