FTC Appeals Decision in the Ryan Case: Fate of the Noncompete Rule Now Rests in the Appeals Courts

Following a nationwide injunction on the FTC’s ban on noncompete agreements, appeals courts – and likely the Supreme Court – will rule on the critical issues underpinning the validity of FTC authority.

Third Circuit’s Precedential Ruling Holds That Employers Are Not Obligated to Apply FMLA Entitlements Retroactively

As clear guidance to employers, the court’s ruling provides that an employee cannot if the employee is evaluated by a health care provider and obtains FMLA certification regarding the condition after the fact.

Supreme Court to Review Reverse Discrimination Employment Case

An employment discrimination case will have the Supreme Court review whether reverse discrimination for claims require a “higher” burden when the employee is a non-minority.

Intent Required Under the Anti-Kickback Statute: Supreme Court Lets Stand Second Circuit’s Decision in the McKesson Case

The Supreme Court held in this key case that to be liable under the Anti-Kickback Statue, a defendant’s conduct must be knowingly and willfully unlawful.

FTC Files Suit Against the Three Largest Pharmacy Benefit Managers

The FTC recently sued the three largest pharmacy benefit managers alleging that they engaged in practices of retaining lucrative rebates on highly priced insulin medications and influenced patients to engage in treatment involving expensive drug products.

Experienced Public Finance Attorney Andrew C. Maher

A seasoned public and project finance attorney, Andrew C. Maher serves as bond counsel and borrower’s counsel to a range of governmental and nonprofit organizations and acts as underwriter’s counsel and bank counsel in the finance industry.

Current Awareness: Injunctions Under NLRA Section 10(j): Starbucks v. McKinney (U.S. Supreme Court)

Ambulatory Surgery Centers Make Significant Net Patient Revenue Gains in Pennsylvania

As increasing rates of surgical volume move to ambulatory surgery centers (ASC), health systems may want to assess their ASC footprint more proactively, especially for those surgical specialties that are core to the health system’s business.

Pennsylvania Health System Settles HIPAA Violations Amid Rising Ransomware Threats

A ransomware attack ultimately resulting in a significant settlement from a PA health system underscores the pressing issue of cybersecurity in the health care sector, as OCR reports a 264% increase in large ransomware breaches since 2018.

Compliance Deadlines Approaching for HIPAA Final Rule Supporting Reproductive Health Care Privacy

As the Dec. 23, 2024, deadline for initial compliance is fast approaching, it is important that covered entities act promptly to ensure compliance obligations are in place.

Mercer County Bar Association Real Estate Section In-House Counsel CLE

New York Corporate Practice of Medicine and Its Impact on Medical Spas

We examine the various compliance requirements for owning and operating a medical spa within New York’s complex regulatory landscape.

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