By Ben Mathis

With oral argument concluded, the United States Supreme Court will now decide the constitutionality of the new Federal Healthcare Act. I have had the privilege of serving on Attorney General Sam Olens’ team of pro bono lawyers representing the State of Georgia, which along with 25 other States, is challenging the constitutionality of the law. This has been a special experience the past year leading up to the historic Supreme Court decision. No matter which way the Court rules, it will have a dramatic impact on all of our day-to-day lives for years to come. (more…)

By Mike Flint

Almost without exception, at some point during the first fifteen minutes of the initial meeting with a doctor who has been sued for malpractice, we get a question about the dreaded National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB). Our experience has taught us that this common fear among physicians derives more from what they don’t know about the NPDB than what they do. Usually, after a brief question and answer session, the doctor’s concerns are substantially diminished. Below is an attempt to cover the basics in a frequently asked questions format. (more…)

By Mary Anne Ackourey and Anthony Del Rio

Individuals offered less favorable severance packages than others in similar positions can sue for discrimination under Title VII, according to Karla Gerner v. County of Chesterfield, Va., a new decision by the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. (more…)