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Jade Davis authored an article in Chain Store Age discussing the current state of data privacy regulation, specifically sensitive health and biometric data.

Background The South Carolina appellate courts have been faced with several questions on workers’ compensation in recent months, producing opinions that will affect practice points and claims handling in defending workers compensation claims. In this series, I’ll discuss the rulings and how Employers and Carriers should be mindful of this precedent going forward. The Case

Background In August 2024, global data privacy saw major shifts with new cross-border agreements like the EU-Japan EPA, Brazil's landmark injunction on WhatsApp, a sizeable fine against Uber, and China's identity authentication measures. Sector-specific protections tightened, especially for children's privacy in the U.K. and facial recognition in Denmark, while formal guidance from Brazil and India

Background As we move toward the end of 2024, it seems the time is right for an update of AI statutory developments so far this year.  While the EU has once again set the standard with the EU AI Act, the 30,000-foot view in the U.S. is that while there is a lot of talk

Partner Jade Davis dives into key developments surrounding children’s online privacy, including the California Age-Appropriate Design Code Act and the DOJ/FTC case against TikTok.

Miami Attorney Stephanie Rodriguez authored an article in the Daily Business Review offering advice for law students entering practice for the first time, comparing it to the pursuit of the Iron Throne in the Game of Thrones franchise.

The hosts review the background and significance of the Becerra case, which challenges the HHS guidance on the usage of tracking technologies by medical providers.

HBS is pleased to announce the opening of its newest office in Long Island, New York, with the addition of five attorneys and their staff members from Montfort, Healy, McGuire & Salley LLP.

Background and Overview On August 26, 2024, a federal court in Georgia issued a ruling enjoining the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) regarding its implementation of the rule Improving Protections for Workers in Temporary Agricultural Employment in the United States (“Final Rule”). The case is styled as State of Kansas, et al., v. United States

For many noncitizens married to U.S. citizens, the path to lawful permanent residence has been fraught with challenges for those who entered the U.S. without “inspection and admission” or parole. Under current laws, many are required to apply for a waiver of the unlawful entry, and then are required to leave the U.S. for consular

The hosts discuss France’s new data privacy law permitting AI video surveillance for the Paris Olympics and its implications.

HBS Charleston was recently named as one of the 2024 Best Places to Work in South Carolina by Best Companies Group.

The hosts dive into the recent Supreme Court decision to reject the Chevron doctrine, which had previously given federal agencies deference in interpreting ambiguities in statutes.

HBS is excited to announce that 33 lawyers have been included in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America.

Hall Booth Smith, P.C. is pleased to announce that 58 lawyers have been included in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®

We have been writing about the EU AI Act for several months, and with its August 1 arrival the countdown begins for the effective dates of its various provisions.

Learn more about recent updates to the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) and the Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA 2.0).

On July 30, 2024, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton reached a record $1.4 billion deal to settle claims against Meta…

Attorneys Teresa Pike Tomlinson and Rodrigo Lugo published an article reviewing the recent Dobbs Decision and its consequences on the abortion law landscape.

By December 23, 2024, all entities regulated under the HIPAA Privacy Rule must comply with the latest amendments, which provide enhanced protections for reproductive health information and more.

Hall Booth Smith welcomes Attorney Kenyatta M. Thorpe to its Tifton office, where she practices in general liability and insurance coverage law.

Hall Booth Smith Atlanta welcomes Attorney Will Barillas to the firm who focuses his practice on general liability, premises liability, and transportation matters.

HBS is proud to announce five Charleston office attorneys were recognized among Charleston Business Magazine’s 2024 Legal Elite.

In a recent HR.com article, Little Rock Partner Misty Wilson Borkowski discusses the new Farmworker Protection Rule by the U.S. Department of Labor.

Hall Booth Smith is proud to announce the promotion of Attorneys Jacob O’Neal, Courtney Broussard Walker, J.D. Easley, Jeremy J. Balu, Kyler Garmen, and Jenny Swajkoski to the position of partner.

Hall Booth Smith Jacksonville is proud to announce Attorney Stacey L. Bostick, who focuses her practice in construction, general liability, premises liability, and professional malpractice and ethics matters.

Hall Booth Smith is proud to welcome the return of Partner Lauren Spears Gresh to its Charleston office, who was previously with the firm for 10 years.

Learn more about the July 10 passing by the Malaysian Parliament of a bill to amend its Personal Data Protection law and what it may mean for businesses.

The hosts discuss the CrowdStrike outage, including CrowdStrike’s response, potential legal repercussions, and the importance of preparedness in cybersecurity.

Hall Booth Smith Missoula is proud to welcome Attorneys Molly P. Davis and Renee Cho Harper to the firm.

AI-powered meeting tools have become valuable tools in the construction industry and beyond. But do the benefits outweigh the associated security and privacy risks?

Hall Booth Smith is excited to welcome experienced health care Partner Elizabeth Pharr McCullough and medical malpractice Attorney Kelsey Heino in its Raleigh office.

Jacqueline Voronov recently offered insight into the FTC rule banning non-compete agreements in an article for the Hotel Business Review.

Hall Booth Smith is proud to announce the addition of Attorneys Rodney P. Favors, Jr. and Sora Kang to its Atlanta office.

HBS Atlanta office has been recognized for the 12th consecutive year by NABR as one of “Atlanta’s Best & Brightest Companies to Work For®” in 2024.

Hall Booth Smith Jacksonville is excited to announce the addition of Attorney John Scott, who focuses his practice on construction, fiduciary litigation, liability, and other matters.

The Rogers and Little Rock, Arkansas, Offices of Hall Booth Smith have been recognized on the Best Places to Work in Arkansas 2024 list by Arkansas Business.

HBS Miami proudly welcomes experienced Of Counsel Randy J. Lipkien, who focuses his practice in arbitration and mediation, construction, and liability matters.

Hall Booth Smith is pleased to welcome Partner Randal B. “Randy” Frazier and Attorney Jacob Oneal Sutter to its Little Rock office.

HBS is excited to welcome Attorney Brandon O. Hawkins to the Nashville office, who practices in general liability, trucking and automobile accidents, fire incidents, and other civil matters.

The latest draft of the American Privacy Rights Act (APRA) was released on June 20, 2024, affecting civil rights and algorithmic basis, opt-out rights, and more.

Biometrics continue to transform how we live, communicate and access life. Here is a snapshot update into biometrics across the globe.

A Texas judge has ruled in Am. Hosp. Ass’n v. Becerra that HHS doesn’t have the authority to restrict medical providers’ use of tracking technologies, having major implications on how medical providers can disclose individually identifiable health information.

HBS Charlotte is excited to welcome Partner W. Clark Goodman, an experienced litigation attorney and business advisor with over 25 years of experience.

Tampa Partner Jade Davis has been recognized on the Super Lawyers 2024 Florida Rising Stars List for her experience in Construction Litigation matters.

HBS Raleigh recently welcomed Associate Chazle’ N. Woodley to it’s office, who will focus on business litigation, medical malpractice, business transactions, and more.

Hall Booth Smith is excited to announce that Partner Chance Holland and Of Counsel Geremy Rowland have joined the growing Oklahoma City office.

The Cyber Security Agency of Singapore released amendments to its cybersecurity laws on May 7, reinterpreting how critical information infrastructure is defined, identified, and secured.

FTC final rules, business guidance, warnings, and enforcement actions keep rolling in. Check out the latest round up of Federal Trade Commission (FTC) updates in the data privacy sector.

The EDPB recently issued a report on the work done by the ChatGPT Taskforce offering guidance on how AI programs might be evaluated for GDPR compliance going forward…

Vermont’s new Data Privacy Act is poised to be the second strongest in the U.S., focusing on protecting consumers and children from aggressive data gathering and addictive algorithms. Learn about the bill’s key provisions, compliance requirements, and potential impact on your business.

Jade Davis recently offered insight into AI tools as legal standards of care for EDs in an interview for ED Management.

The State Board of Workers’ Compensation in Georgia has recently posted several proposed rule changes, which it expects to take effect starting July 1, 2024…

HBS Little Rock Partner George Ernst was recognized for his work in immigration & international business matters in the 2024 Lawdragon 100 Leading Immigrant Lawyers list.

Hall Booth Smith’s Oklahoma City office is excited to announce the addition of Partner Shawn Arnold and Associates Emma Farha and Zach Williams as it grows to better serve the Oklahoma City area and its surroundings.

Immigration law expert and HBS Little Rock Partner Misty Wilson Borkowski rejoins the hosts to discuss the complexities of immigration with agricultural and seasonal workers.

On this episode of PrivacyCafé, Richard Sheinis and Jade Davis discuss navigating AI in the health care sector with guest speaker Rachel Stuve.

In March 2024, the Cyberspace Administration of China published new regulations on the cross-border data flows. These regulations aim to loosen the constraints of the compliance burden companies face while having operations in China…

The FTC recently updated the Health Breach Notification Rule regarding the disclosure of health related information among websites and mobile applications.

In April 2024, the “Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act” and “Protecting Americans’ Data from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2024” were signed into legislation, resulting in numerous data privacy matters being affected…

The DoL recently announced a final rule aimed at strengthening protections for farmworkers under the H-2A program. This rule, effective June 28, 2024, addresses vulnerabilities and abuses experienced by workers in the program, promoting fair labor standards for all farmworkers in the U.S…

In an article published for Daily Business Review, Miami Attorney Stephanie Rodriguez discusses acts of incivility by opposing counsel and encourages all attorneys to play fair.

The hosts review the Federal Trade Commission’s recent proposal to ban non-compete clauses and agreements and the implications doing so may have for employers.

HBS is proud to announce Charleston Partner Derek M. Newberry and Attorney M. Shanter Chaparro have been recognized on the Super Lawyers 2024 South Carolina Rising Stars List for their experience in Construction Litigation matters.

Hall Booth Smith is proud to welcome Of Counsel Andrew A. Murdison and Attorney Jordan Taylor Bell as it looks to grow its Augusta office.

On April 22, 2024, The Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services released a final rule that implements new minimum nurse staffing requirements in nursing homes…

On April 23, 2024, the United States FTC issued a sweeping final rule regarding the use of non-compete clauses in employment, creating new prohibitions and other changes to ongoing non-competes.

The hosts welcome immigration law expert and HBS Little Rock Partner Misty Wilson Borkowski to discuss the complexities of immigration within employment law.

Hall Booth Smith is pleased to welcome Attorney Brianne “Bri” Wendol to its Tampa location.

Hall Booth Smith Atlanta is excited to welcome Attorney Dana A. King, who focuses her practice in aging services, health care, and medical malpractice matters.

Hall Booth Smith is proud to add Attorney S. Tyler Normandia to its Athens office. He focuses his practice on general liability, medical malpractice, and premises liability matters.

California rolled out 31 new Artificial Intelligence bills affecting almost every level of commerce. Find out how they may affect your business, human resource operations, healthcare, schools, and more.

The recent update issued by OCR on March 18, 2024, revised the initial guidance from December 1, 2022, providing clearer directives for HIPAA covered entities and business associates regarding the deployment of online tracking tools.

Hall Booth Smith is pleased to welcome Of Counsel Kim Rosetti to their medical malpractice team.

Richard Sheinis and Jade Davis discuss the European Union’s Artificial Intelligence Act and its implications for businesses globally, especially in the USA.

Hall Booth Smith is proud to announce the addition of experienced attorneys Jon Szabo, Jennifer K. Thomas, and Richard A. Solomon to its West Palm Beach office.

This episode of Litigators Lounge brings Women’s History Month to an end with special guest Teresa Pike Tomlinson, a partner in the HBS Columbus office.

We’re excited to announce that Paramus Partner Harry Norton has been recognized on the 2024 New Jersey Super Lawyers list.

Hall Booth Smith West Palm Beach is excited to welcome Attorneys Allison J. Forster and Jessica Chavis to its team.

Touted as the world’s first comprehensive legal framework of its kind, the AI Act will go into effect in stages over the next three years. The AI Act will apply to both businesses operating within the EU and to any AI developers or creators whose AI systems are used in EU countries and raises a few questions…

Jacqueline Voronov and Shylie Bannon examine the state of gender pay equity in recognition of Equal Pay Day on their Litigators Lounge podcast.

The EU Consumer Protection Agency has rallied against Meta’s “Pay or Consent” model, claiming it is entirely too aggressive and coercive, fundamentally undermining the principles of GDPR.

On February 13, 2024, EU member states voted unanimously in favor of the proposed EU AI Act, the result of extensive negotiations and compromises between member states and is now expected to be formally adopted in March or April of this year.

Partners Richard Sheinis and Jade Davis discuss their predictions for the data privacy and cybersecurity industry in 2024.

In the ongoing global hunt for cybercriminals, the past thirty days have been illuminating for some, unsurprising for others, and climactic for all following the takedown of LockBit.

CMS has clarified its plans to amend Section 111 relating to workers’ compensation settlements, announcing its plan to change its TPOC under Section 11 and increase the CMP to be imposed on reporting entities.

Hall Booth Smith celebrates Denver Partner Bradley N. Shefrin for being recognized on the 2024 Colorado Super Lawyers list.

On the newest episode of Litigators Lounge, Paramus Partner Jacqueline Voronov and Jacksonville Partner Shylie Bannon celebrate the start of Women’s History Month by discussing the history of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Hall Booth Smith is proud to announce the addition of Attorney Hayden Lee Chapman to its Atlanta office, whose practice focuses on aging services, business transactions, corporate and partnership, and government affairs matters.

Hall Booth Smith New York City is excited to welcome Attorney Avi J. Rothfeld, who focuses on aging services, general liability, and medical malpractice matters.

Hall Booth Smith is proud to announce the launch of its new podcast PrivacyCafé, hosted by Partners Richard Sheinis and Jade Davis.

Hall Booth Smith Denver is excited to welcome Attorney Manda L. “Mandy” Neuman, who concentrates her practice on construction and general liability litigation defense.

HBS is excited to announce that four attorneys have been selected to the 2024 Georgia Rising Stars list by Super Lawyers.

HBS is proud to announce that Atlanta Partners John E. Hall, Jr. and Rush S. Smith, Jr. along with Alpharetta Partner C. Michael Johnson have been recognized on the 2024 Georgia Super Lawyers list by Super Lawyers.

After almost four years of review and 175,000 public comments later, the FTC unveiled its plan to update the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule (COPPA Rule) on December 20, 2023, after the Commission voted 3-0. The last COPPA revision was made in 2013…

Paramus Partner Jacqueline Voronov recently published an article for Hotel Business Review that discusses the legal implications hotels and hospitality companies need to navigate with employee’s use of social media.

The EU’s cookie reduction pledge represents a significant move towards enhanced digital privacy. While offering more control over cookies, the emergence of alternative tracking methods like device fingerprinting and contextual targeting highlights new complexity, reminding companies that users are no longer data-naïve.

Global legislative developments in the privacy sphere were abundant in 2023. Privacy professionals from around the world predict that legislation pertaining to data privacy and cyber security will continue to flourish in 2024, and this post explores those predictions.

Hall Booth Smith Jacksonville is excited to announce the addition of Attorney Tristan Alex Villegas, who focuses his practice on construction, medical malpractice, and premises liability matters.

The U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging recently held its first hearing in 20 years on aging services. Here’s what you need to know.

This episode discusses the recently announced final rule by the U.S. Department of Labor on the classification of a worker as either an employee or independent contractor.

Hall Booth Smith Columbus is excited to welcome Attorney Frank G. Lumpkin IV, who focuses on complex trial and appellate civil practice as well as on a range of government relations matters.

We are deeply saddened to announce that our colleague and friend Michael Callicutt, an Associate in our Athens office, passed away on January 22nd.

Hall Booth Smith is proud to have Attorney J. Boone Tarlton join the firm in its Asheville office.

Hall Booth Smith is pleased to welcome Attorneys Sarai Medrano and Julie Hill to its Little Rock office.

Globally, business owners are asking how the European Union’s AI Act affects their business. This article will delve into the Act and how businesses will be affected globally, with an emphasis on the U.S.

Of Counsel Allison Burke Thompson has joined the HBS Charleston office and will primarily focus on appellate, construction, insurance coverage, and real estate matters.

Hall Booth Smith is excited to welcome Attorney Alex Black to its Denver office.

In the newest episode of Litigators Lounge, Jacqueline Voronov and Shylie Bannon discuss the implications of the Supreme Court ruling, Groff v. DeJoy, on employer handling of religious accommodations in the workplace

HBS is proud to announce that Super Lawyers has recognized Asheville Partner Issac N. Northup, Jr. and Charlotte Associate Christian Ferlan on their 2024 North Carolina Super Lawyers and 2024 North Carolina Rising Stars lists, respectfully.

HBS Nashville is thrilled to welcome Attorneys Daniel D. Derner, Gage C. Smythe, and Paul E. Tennison to its team.

The DOL announced its Final Independent Contractor Rule that defines whether a worker is considered an employee or independent contractor under the FLSA

In episode 3 of Litigators Lounge, Partners Jacqueline Voronov and Shylie A. Bannon consider various challenges related to social media usage in the workplace

HBS Miami proudly welcomes Attorney Jonathan Perez, whose practice focuses on general liability, medical malpractice, and premises liability matters

Hall Booth Smith is pleased to announce the addition of attorneys Ashleigh M. Brooks and Brittany Love to its growing Jacksonville office.

On this episode of Litigators Lounge, Paramus Partner Jacqueline Voronov and Jacksonville Partner Shylie Bannon discuss the complex legal and workplace dynamics surrounding return to office mandates, remote and hybrid work models, and the Americans with Disabilities Act

Oklahoma City attorneys Timothy F. Campbell and Anamayan Narendran have authored an article for the Oklahoma Bar Journal reviewing recent changes to Rule 702 of the Federal Rules of Evidence.

HBS introduces fifteen attorneys as newly appointed partners in recognition of their exceptional client service and outstanding leadership

In an article published on December 29, 2023, for HR.com’s HR Legal & Compliance Excellence magazine, Little Rock Partner George Ernst discusses the challenges associated with the H-1B visa program, including restrictions of new visas and the process of sponsoring foreign nationals

Hall Booth Smith Missoula is proud to welcome Attorneys Marisa L. Wahlstrom, Annabelle Smith, and Britton J. Fraser as it continues to grow to serve its clients in the state of Montana

Last month, Raleigh Partner Maria P. Wood spoke alongside Joan Porcaro and Rhonda DeMeno from WTW on the fifth and final episode in their mini-series on fall management for their podcast The Senior Advisor. The series, which covers a variety of topics concerning the senior living industry, concluded with a discussion on post-fall root cause

After roughly a year of multiple warnings by the HHS concerning the usage of online tracking technologies and associated privacy and security risks, class action lawsuits have begun to be filed…

In May 2023, the FTC issued a warning that it would be closely monitoring the use of biometric information technology, including those powered by machine learning, because they raise significant consumer privacy and data security concerns and have the potential for bias and discrimination. On December 19, the FTC made good on its promise by

The firm welcomes Colton J. Carpenter, Adam North, Catherine Kennedy McKnight, and Theodore “Chase” Johnson to their legal team, strengthening their commitment to delivering top-tier legal services to clients in Georgia and beyond

Hall Booth Smith is proud to expand its West Palm Beach office with Associates Naira Castilhos and Dallas Dorosy

Hall Booth Smith is excited to welcome Attorney John R. Petillo to its Red Bank location

Our Paramus office is excited to welcome Of Counsel Craig Chaney and Associates Alex N. Kim, Michael P. Tonge, and Taylor D. Wood

Hall Booth Smith is proud to announce the launch of its new podcast Litigators Lounge, hosted by Partners Shylie A. Bannon and Jacqueline Voronov

On December 8, 2023, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) Board voted 5-0 at its meeting to advance a legislative proposal to require browser vendors to include a feature that allows users to exercise their California privacy rights through opt-out preference signals. This recent unanimous decision marks a significant stride toward fortifying consumer privacy rights in the digital realm

On December 19, 2023, the FBI announced its investigation into Blackcat group, also known as AlphV or Noberus, and that it gained visibility into AlphV’s computer network due in part to assistance provided by an informant. “Law enforcement engaged a confidential human source who routinely provides reliable information related to ongoing cybercrime investigations,” the FBI

Hall Booth Smith is proud to announce it is the only Georgia-based law firm to be recognized on the inaugural “Best Places to Work” list from The Business of Law Digest, in conjunction with Best Companies Group

Hall Booth Smith is excited to expand its Tampa office with the addition of Partner Bruce D. Peisner and Associates Alexis S. Duffey, Charlie Chin, Kiernan S. O’Keefe, and Emily K. Lehman

Hall Booth Smith is delighted to welcome Of Counsel Tiffiny Montenegro to its Brunswick office

On November 15, 2023, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) finalized a rule requiring increased transparency in nursing home ownership…

Hall Booth Smith Birmingham is proud to welcome Attorney Erin Lyon whose practice focuses on medical malpractice, health care, dental, and general liability law.

Hall Booth Smith Memphis proudly welcomes Attorney Austin L. Hord, who focuses his practice on general liability, medical malpractice, products liability, and premises liability matters

In an article published in December 2023 in the Hotel Business Review, Paramus Partner Jacqueline Voronov discusses key decisions by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) which have shaped labor relations in 2023 and beyond. “While the NLRB's commitment to protecting employee rights is essential, it is crucial to recognize that a one-sided, employee-centric approach

Hall Booth Smith is thrilled to announce the addition of four attorneys to its Atlanta office. Associates Caylie Cross, Ruth “Ruthie” Owen, Misty I. Ezejiofo, and Shea Maloney join the ranks as they help further serve clients in the surrounding Atlanta area

Hall Booth Smith is proud to expand its Rogers office with Associates Brittany Elaine Hawkins and Garrett A. Bannister, whose practices focus on medical malpractice matters

As the rest of the world continues to move forward with national data privacy legislation, the United States continues its well-established habit of proposing piecemeal data privacy laws that go nowhere

On November 8, 2023, the CPPA published an updated draft of its cybersecurity audit regulations, intended, in part, to facilitate board discussion and public participation during the upcoming CPPA board meeting…

November was a busy month for data privacy. See below for updates to the EU AI Act, the Information Commissioner’s Office’s (ICO) response regarding third party cookies, the ICO’s appeal of Clearview ruling, and the Italy data protection authority’s (DPA) training probe

Hall Booth Smith Columbus welcomes Associate Madelyn Boren to the team, who focuses her practice on complex litigation, appellate, and general liability matters

Workers’ compensation is, at its core, one of the more state-specific areas of the law. Each state legislates its own statutes and regulations and operates its own administrative body, often very differently…

Hall Booth Smith is expanding its reach in the Northeast with a new office in Buffalo, New York. This will be the firm’s third office in New York, located at Seneca One Tower, 1 Seneca Street, Suite 2900, Buffalo, New York 14203

Hall Booth Smith bolsters its Miami team by welcoming Partners Ramon Emilio “Ray” Javier and Richard A. Vargas, whose seasoned expertise and leadership will significantly contribute to the growth of the office, along with Associates Dalianett Corrales, Arlette Gomez, and Hannah Marie Blanck

HBS has been recognized for its outstanding legal work as 10 of its attorneys are selected to the 2023 Mid-South Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists

HBS proudly announces the appointment of seasoned senior finance and operations executive Bill Hendricks as Chief Financial Officer

Hall Booth Smith is thrilled to announce the addition of three attorneys to its Jacksonville office. The firm welcomes Jacob Salter, Tonianne Attard, and Zackary A. Blanton to its legal team

Denver Partner Bradley N. Shefrin has been recognized by Law Week Colorado as the People’s Choice Construction Defects Lawyer for Defendants as part of their Barrister’s Best awards for 2023

Our hearts are heavy as we grieve the loss of our dear friend and colleague Joseph F. Herbert, III, a Partner in our Red Bank, New Jersey, office who passed away suddenly on November 13

In a world where the only constant is change, the realm of labor relations and employment law is no exception. The landscape is continually reshaped by new regulations, technological advancements, and shifting societal norms. For employers navigating these turbulent waters, staying informed and agile is not just advantageous, it's essential. This article delves into three

Hall Booth Smith has opened its seventh office within the state of Georgia with a new location in Augusta. With this growth, HBS enhances its accessibility and responsiveness to clients in eastern Georgia, ensuring that their legal needs are met efficiently and effectively

Hall Booth Smith is pleased to announce the addition of Attorney Robert McLeod to its team in its Denver office

In an article published on November 1, 2023 in Healthcare Risk Management, Rogers Partner Jason Hendren provides insight into steps health care organizations should take after an adverse event. Jason explains preventing changes to the medical record is one of the most critical first steps. “You can’t have doctors, nurses, or anybody else jumping in

Hall Booth Smith is proud to announce that for the fourteenth year it has been recognized in the 2024 edition of Best Law Firms® as a Tier 3 national firm in two practice areas and also received 63 Metro rankings across its offices

Hall Booth Smith Charlotte is excited to welcome Attorneys Lea McBryde and Charles “Jake” Taylor to its office

Hall Booth Smith Charleston is excited to announce the addition of Attorneys Caroline Buchanan and M. Shanter Chaparro

Hall Booth Smith Birmingham is excited to announce the addition of Partner Robert M. “Robby” Ronnlund, who specializes in the defense of high-exposure personal injury, wrongful death, products liability, and medical malpractice matters

Hall Booth Smith is pleased to welcome Attorneys Manpreet K. Randev and Zubin Chadha to its Denver office

Hall Booth Smith is proud to expand its Athens office with Associate Emma Hamlet

In an article published on October 9, 2023, on StrategicCHRO360, HBS Chief Human Resources Officer Juanita Kendall discusses the importance of “stay interviews” to retain talent, how to combat burnout, and how to counteract poaching. "Turnover is high across the workforce, and there’s plenty of poaching going on. Recruiters are likely reaching out to your

In an article published in October 2023 in HotelExecutive, Paramus Partner Jacqueline Voronov discusses the 303 Creative decision and analyzes its impact on the hospitality industry. “The decision's implications can vary, as states have their own anti-discrimination laws and legal interpretations. Some states may use the decision to uphold strong anti-discrimination protections, while others might

Hall Booth Smith Alpharetta welcomes Attorney Charles Taylor Kogan to the firm, who focuses his practice on real estate matters, business transactions, construction, and bankruptcy creditors’ rights

If a workers’ compensation claim was a one-act play (and oftentimes it seems it is), the panel of physicians would be the main character. For employers and insurers, the goal is to make sure the panel is the hero of the show rather than the anti-hero.

Hall Booth Smith is proud to announce the addition of Attorney Chlo’e L. Thornton to its Atlanta office, whose practice focuses on defending employers in workers’ compensation matters

Hall Booth Smith is proud to have Attorney Michael Peterzell join the firm in its Atlanta office.

Our most recent HBS Legal Trends podcast features Charlotte Partner Richard Sheinis and Tampa Of Counsel Jade Davis. Together, they discuss the legal implications of using artificial intelligence (AI) in your organization, including how AI can be used, the implementation of AI, developing internal AI policies and procedures, best practices, and much more. You can

HBS is proud to announce that New York City Attorney Jeffrey T. Wolber has been recognized on the Super Lawyers 2023 New York Metro Rising Stars list.

In an article published on September 11, 2023, in Part B News, Little Rock Partner Abtin Mehdizadegan provides insight into how medical practices should address situations where doctors may be using or abusing drugs. As medical administration seeks to address these situations, Abtin cautions them not to “play doctor when all we’re supposed to do

Hall Booth Smith Atlanta is proud to announce that education attorney Harold Eddy has joined its ranks as Of Counsel.

On September 7, 2023, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General (OIG) issued a report expressing concerns about life safety, emergency preparedness, and infection control compliance in Georgia nursing facilities…

Hall Booth Smith Charleston welcomes Associate Samuel Robert “Sam” Velasquez to the team, whose practice focuses on aging services, general liability, insurance coverage, labor and employment, premises liability, products liability, and transportation.

In an article published on September 14, 2023, for Industry Today, Tampa Of Counsel Jade Davis discusses how artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning can positively impact the manufacturing industry through streamlining and increased efficiency. She also provides insight on how companies can utilize these emerging technologies while mitigating risk. “The cost-benefit of AI makes

In an article for the September 2023 edition of ED Management, Tampa Of Counsel Jade Davis discusses the unauthorized access of records by staff in emergency departments (ED). In it, she touches upon the frequency of these issues, noting that "It is, unfortunately, a recurring dilemma," and that the breaches "tend to be more prevalent

Hall Booth Smith is excited to welcome Attorneys Mathis L. Gales and Dylan Magruder to its Atlanta office.

Hall Booth Smith has named highly experienced information technology executive Kevin C. Ladd to the newly created position of Chief Information Officer to oversee a transformation of the firm’s technology organization and support its growth.

Hall Booth Smith Missoula is proud to welcome Of Counsel Joe Newman, whose practice ranges from medical malpractice and general litigation defense to transactional matters.

HBS Raleigh is pleased to welcome Of Counsel JT Mlinarcik, as it continues to expand its influence throughout the surrounding area.

The purpose of the Georgia Workers Compensation Act is to provide immediate medical care and wage replacement or income benefits for injured workers. But once these “red flags” are present the question arises: What can I do to stop this type of action and deter others from attempting the gain unwarranted workers compensation benefits?

In an article published August 22, 2023, in E-Crypto News, West Palm Beach Of Counsel Danielle Dudai shares her insight on what to expect with crypto regulation as a result of the SEC’s actions and recent court decisions. “The concern of course is that the government will try and over-regulate, and eliminate decentralized assets, in

In an August 17, 2023, article published by Daily Report, Atlanta Partners Alex H. Booth and Fred L. Hubbs, Jr. reflect on the recent election of several HBS attorneys to Partner. We firmly believe that their determination and invaluable contributions will not only enhance the experiences of our clients but also fortify the growth of

In an article published August 17, 2023, in Law.com’s Daily Business Review, West Palm Beach Of Counsel Danielle Dudai shares an opposing view to those who have celebrated the SEC v. Ripple Labs decision as a profound moment for the cryptocurrency community. “Every now and then, a court will issue a ruling that lawyers are

Hall Booth Smith is pleased to announce that 34 lawyers have been included in the 2024 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. The award recognizes associates and other lawyers who are earlier in their careers for their outstanding professional excellence in private practice in the United States.

In a decision issued on December 13, 2022, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the district court’s ruling that two insurers insufficiently reserved their rights under general liability policies issued to their insureds for claims arising out of construction defect litigation and, therefore, could not disclaim coverage…

We’re pleased to announce that 55 lawyers have been included in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.

The Jacksonville Business Journal has named the Jacksonville office of Hall Booth Smith to its list of largest law firms as ranked by area attorneys for 2023. HBS ranked at #11 with 16 area attorneys and continues to grow year to year.

Hall Booth Smith is proud to announce twelve of its attorneys were selected to be among Charleston Business Magazine’s 2023 Legal Elite, the only regional awards program that allows every active attorney to nominate and vote for their peers across 26 categories.

Hall Booth Smith Atlanta is proud to welcome Of Counsel Mark L. Pickett, whose practice focuses on construction, general liability, premises liability, products liability, and transportation matters.

Hall Booth Smith is proud to welcome Of Counsel Kathleen Wilkinson to its Atlanta office, who previously joined the Atlanta office from 2017 to 2021.

In an article published on June 20, 2023, for the American Bar Association, Tampa Of Counsel Jade Davis offers insight into how the continued use of collaborative technologies and remote work applications like Asana, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams will lead to the demand for the production of these electronic communications as electronically stored information (ESI).

Hall Booth Smith celebrates as it has named six new partners, all of which have shown incredible commitment, insight, and dedication to serving their clients’ needs.

In an article published on August 9, 2023, in Law360, Charlotte Partner Richard Sheinis discusses how increased utilization of technology to track activity online could bring HIPAA compliance risks. “An individual does not have to be a patient of a covered entity, for the covered entity's collection of that individual's information to be PHI. The

In an article written for the North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys (NCADA), Asheville Partner Adam Peoples reviews the complications associated with third-party litigation funding. Adam, along with HBS Summer Associate Connor Wiseman, discuss recent increases in this type of funding along with associated risks and why, consequently, there is a need for legislative action

Hall Booth Smith, P.C. is thrilled to announce the addition of three attorneys to its Atlanta office. The firm welcomes Anna E. O’Donnell, Delenia King, and Paysen S. Bevans to their legal team, strengthening their commitment to delivering top-tier legal services to clients in Georgia and beyond.

John F. Kennedy once said: “Let us never negotiate out of fear, but let us never fear to negotiate.” It was not all that long ago that subcontractors were able to offer price guarantee estimates and bids. With material cost increases, supply chain disruptions, and labor shortages, it is becoming increasingly difficult to effectively estimate

Introduction On August 2, 2023, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) finally issued its long-awaited, watershed decision in Stericycle, Inc., 372 NLRB No. 113, which has nationwide impact on employers of all sizes and industries, whether unionized or not. Under the Board’s new standard, when employers seek to implement specific work rules or policies, the

In an article published on August 2, 2023, in The Legal Intelligencer, Little Rock Partner George Ernst discusses how USCIS guidance affects foreign workers in the the television and movie industries. “The O-1B artist and O-1B MPTV distinction is important because the evidence needed for approval will vary depending on which petition a foreign national

Hall Booth Smith Jacksonville proudly welcomes Partner Kevin M. Davis and Attorney Michael J. Robson.

Hall Booth Smith Charlotte is excited to welcome Attorney Ryan O. Hargrave, whose practice focuses on business litigation and general liability matters.

In an article published earlier this summer in Diversity Professional, Chief Human Resources Officer Juanita Kendall highlights the hurdles law firms face in building inclusive leadership and ensuring Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) accountability and details how Hall Booth Smith is addressing these challenges. "We focus on diverse candidate sourcing by actively seeking out diverse

HBS Nashville welcomes Attorney Cory A. Chitwood, who primarily practices in insurance coverage and medical malpractice matters.

In an article published on July 10, 2023, in Part B News, Little Rock Partner George Ernst discusses how foreign doctors can help fill gaps in hiring through different visa categories but also highlights the difficulties faced. “There’s no limit on the number of [O-1] visas available, which is helpful,” said George. “After USCIS approves

In an article published on July 20, 2023, by Law.com, Atlanta Partner Jacquelyn Smith Clarke is profiled highlighting her journey to becoming a partner at the firm. When asked what she thought was the deciding factor for the firm in naming her partner, Jacque shared that she always tries “to say ‘yes’ to new opportunities,

Hall Booth Smith congratulates Tampa office Of Counsel Jade Davis on her appointment to the Florida Bar Standing Committee on Cybersecurity and Privacy Law.

Hall Booth Smith’s Oklahoma City office is excited to announce the addition of Attorney Timothy F. Campbell.

Hall Booth Smith is excited to welcome Attorney Stephanos C. Yiannas to its Tampa location. Stephanos focuses his practice on general liability, insurance coverage, medical malpractice, premises liability, and products liability matters. Prior to joining HBS, he worked as an Associate in Brentwood, Tennessee, where he represented large corporations, individuals, and contractors in a variety

In an article she published earlier this month for HotelExecutive, West Palm Beach Of Counsel Danielle Dudai analyzes sex trafficking cases involving hotels to demonstrate the importance of employee training. “What is interesting to observe in the study of claims against each hotel is that many times there will be allegations that the hotels are

In a July 5, 2023, article published by Sarasota Magazine, Tampa Of Counsel Jade Davis offers insight into how to handle workplace harassment, particularly for female employees. Jade reviews organization procedures and preventative measures, discusses strategies for communicating to the appropriate parties when an incident has occurred, and reflects on additional options to increase workplace

In a June 25, 2023, article written for Hotel Interactive, Charlotte Partner Richard Sheinis reviews the potential roles artificial intelligence (AI) can play within the hospitality industry. In it, he provides an overview of what AI is, how it works, and what opportunities and risks some popular technologies such as ChatGPT may hold for those

Recently, the South Carolina Court of Appeals’ enforcement of a settlement resulted in favor of an insurer in the case styled O’Conner v. Collier. The court enforced a settlement where the claimant argued that the insurer had not properly complied with the terms of its settlement demand…

On June 29, 2023, the Supreme Court of the United States issued a landmark decision in Groff v. DeJoy, Postmaster General that will require employers nationwide to rethink the approach to religious accommodations under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This case involved an Evangelical Christian who refused to work on Sundays

Hall Booth Smith is excited to announce the addition of Associate Alexander V. Makarenko to its Birmingham, Alabama, office. Alexander V. Makarenko practices primarily in construction, general liability, premises liability, products liability, and transportation matters. Prior to joining HBS, he worked as an associate for a local firm where he represented insurance companies and self-insured

Hall Booth Smith is excited to announce that it is expanding its Government Affairs and Lobbying services with the addition of Ben M. Donaldson as Managing Director of Government Affairs. Ben is a creative and driven problem solver with more than 20 years of experience advocating for clients’ interests in the public and private sectors.

In an article published on June 22, 2023, in McKnight’s Long-Term Care News, Atlanta Partner Sandra Cianflone provides insight on a recent superior court decision that confirms that health care facilities’ internal investigation process is privileged and cannot be used in discovery or admitted as evidence in court. “The decision serves as a full-throated confirmation

In an article published on June 21, 2023, in the New York Law Journal, Richard Sheinis, partner at Hall Booth Smith, and Lisa Jaffe, AVP of Cyber/Technology/Media Claims at Hiscox Insurance, discuss the significant increase in class action lawsuits involving data breaches and how defendants can use legal defenses to stop the class action, such

As Oscar Hammerstein famously noted, Oklahoma is “where the wind comes sweepin’ down the plain.” Along with it typically comes damage to roofs caused by wind and hail. Following not far behind like storm clouds on the horizon are disputes over claims-handling and, often, litigation. Background Oklahomans are no strangers to severe weather. According to

Hall Booth Smith is proud to announce that West Palm Beach Of Counsel Danielle Dudai and Tampa Of Counsel Jade Davis have been recognized on the 2023 Florida Rising Stars list by Super Lawyers. Danielle has been honored for her work in Business and Corporate matters. She concentrates her practice on corporate and partnership matters,

Hall Booth Smith Alpharetta is excited to welcome Associate K. Stanton Kincaid. Stanton primarily focuses his practice on general liability and premises liability matters. Prior to joining HBS, he was an associate attorney who represented developers and property owners in zoning and land use entitlement litigation, including a successful appellate practice that resulted in favorable

In a recent article from the Claims and  Litigation Management (CLM) Alliance, Red Bank Partner Joseph F. Herbert III offered insight into the usefulness of artificial intelligence (AI) in the construction industry. “I believe that it may help parties work more efficiently and may help expedite construction processes. However, as with all technology there is

The Rogers and Little Rock, Arkansas, Offices of Hall Booth Smith have been recognized on the Best Places to Work in Arkansas 2023 list by Arkansas Business.

Hall Booth Smith is excited to expand its Jacksonville office with the addition of Partners Kelsey Alvarez and Steve D. Paveglio, Jr.

Hall Booth Smith continues to expand its Atlanta location as it welcomes Associates Jasmine Chandler, S. Meghan Pittman, Taylor Thomas, and Mia Falcon. Jasmine Chandler Jasmine Chandler focuses her practice on aging services, business litigation, corporate and partnership, education, health care, and medical malpractice matters. Prior to joining HBS, she was a criminal defense attorney

Hall Booth Smith is excited to welcome Louise C. Biedenharn to its Memphis office. Louise focuses her practice on health care, general liability, financial litigation, premises liability, business litigation, and bankruptcy creditors’ rights. Prior to joining HBS, Louise worked for many years as an attorney throughout Memphis, Tennessee, and Greenville, South Carolina. In her work,

Hall Booth Smith is excited to welcome Of Counsel Monica L.C. Lester and Associate Emma M. Feeney to its Denver office. Monica’s Background Monica L.C. Lester focuses on construction, general liability, insurance coverage, and premises liability matters. She has over 22 years of experience in litigation and over 10 years of experience in insurance coverage

The Georgia Court of Appeals recently handed down a claimant-friendly decision (Lilienthal v. JLK, Inc.) regarding how and where the required Panel of Physicians is to be posted. Under OCGA 34-9-200(a), an employer is required to furnish an injured worker with reasonably required medical treatment. OCGA 34-9-201(b)(1) satisfies that requirement by allowing the employer to

In a recent article for HB Litigation Conferences, Jacksonville Associate Bryce McColskey and Atlanta Partner Sandra Mekita Cianflone review government involvement in personal medical care decisions during outbreaks of disease. Their article discusses “the intersection of law and medicine with a review of medical mandates, the impact of advances in science and medicine, and where

In an era of heightened immigration enforcement and compliance, it is crucial for businesses, especially those in the construction industry, to understand and adhere to the requirements of I-9 verification and E-Verify. Immigration laws in the United States have significant implications for employers, and failing to comply can result in severe penalties. Understanding I-9 Verification

In an article published on June 6, 2023, in Daily Report, Chief Human Resources Officer Juanita Kendall shares tips to help improve retention as retaining top talent has become a challenge in today’s competitive job market. “Firm managers and partners play a pivotal role in nurturing employee loyalty and boosting retention rates,” says Juanita. “By

Hall Booth Smith is pleased to welcome Partner Alexandra G. Ah Loy to its Oklahoma City office. Allie’s Background Alexandra “Allie” G. Ah Loy focuses her practice on health care law, correctional medicine, medical malpractice, constitutional law, general liability, appellate, and premises liability. Prior to joining HBS, she worked as a partner in two mid-size

Hall Booth Smith, P.C. has promoted human resources leader Juanita Kendall to Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) as she takes on increasingly complex duties in advancing the firm’s talent development and supporting its national growth. Juanita’s Background Juanita joined HBS in 2018, and quickly made an impact on the firm’s recruiting, career development, performance management,

Hall Booth Smith has expanded its Insurance Coverage practice with the addition of Christie Perrin as Of Counsel in the Charleston Office. Christie’s Background Prior to joining Hall Booth Smith, she practiced for more than a decade in civil litigation, handling cases from inception to trial and post-trial. Early in her career, she traveled nearly

Hall Booth Smith is excited to announce its six new regional Hiring Partners to oversee and aid in associate attorney recruiting in their respective regions. These attorneys will help to ensure HBS continues to attract top talent as the firm expands. About the Partners Atlanta Partner Jacquelyn Smith Clarke will oversee all efforts as Lead

In an article published on May 15, 2023, in Part B News, Brunswick Partner Beth Boone discusses the rapid increase in liability insurance premiums and ways to mitigate the cost. Beth says some of the change could be down to the post-COVID landscape while it could also be shifting business conditions or inflation. She says

In a recent article from the Daily Report, Atlanta Associate Austin Atkinson‘s defense of a dental-malpractice case challenged Georgia’s statutory scheme for apportioning damages. You can read the full article on the Law.Com website.

HBS is excited to announce that Paramus Partner Harry D. Norton, Jr. has been recognized on the 2023 New Jersey Super Lawyers list. Harry was honored for his work in personal injury general defense matters. He has defended insurers and insureds for more than 40 years and is sought after by both courts and law

In an article published on May 18, 2023, in Part B News, Paramus Partner Jacqueline Voronov shares her insight about remaining masks mandates after the end of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency on May 11. Jacqueline says that practices cannot selectively enforce their requirements, commenting, “If you’re going to say, for example, dietary doesn’t have

Hall Booth Smith is proud to expand its Little Rock office with Associates Allison T. Scott and Joseph M. Kraska. Allison T. Scott Allison focuses her practice on business litigation, general liability, medical malpractice, and premises liability matters. Prior to joining HBS, she was an Associate with a local firm where she practiced in the

Our newest HBS Legal Trends podcast features HBS Atlanta Partner Sandra Mekita Cianflone and Michelle Foster Earle, ARM, CEO of OmniSure. Sandra and Michelle discussed aberrant verdicts in the health care and medical malpractice spaces, from what constitutes such a verdict to plaintiff tactics to be a ware of and more. You can listen to

In an article published on May 26, 2023, in Law360, West Palm Beach Of Counsel Danielle Dudai provides insight on the dismissal of a lawsuit which accused national hotel chains of knowingly benefitting from sex trafficking at their hotels and on their property and provides guidance on what companies can do to combat sex trafficking

Written by: Daniel Richardson, Esq. The longer an employee stays out of work, the less likely they are to ever return. And workers compensation claims become increasingly expensive when employees do not return. To manage this exposure, it is important to have a good return-to-work program and to communicate clearly regarding your expectation that you

Written by: Bryan Forsyth, Esq. In Jones v. Georgia Farm Bureau Mut. Ins. Co.1, the Georgia Court of Appeals recently affirmed partial summary judgment in favor of Georgia Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company (GFB) as to the amount of Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage provided by its insurance policy issued to Ernie Jones, who died in

Hall Booth Smith has been named Atlanta’s Top Workplaces 2023 by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC), an award HBS is proud to have received consistently over the last 12 years. The list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage. The confidential survey uniquely measures 15

Hall Booth Smith is proud to appoint experienced immigration attorney, Misty Wilson Borkowski, as Co-Chair of its Immigration practice. Carsten Alting has led this practice group and developed a solid reputation of excellence among clients for over 15 years. Adding Misty’s experience and dedication to client service will only help further solidify that reputation. Misty’s

In an article published this week by HR Dive, Hall Booth Smith Columbus Partner Mariel E. Smith writes about key considerations for companies and firms hiring summer interns. “While the chance to contribute to a young professional’s future and gain some much-needed help in the office are exciting opportunities, employers must take time in advance

Hall Booth Smith’s Oklahoma City office is excited to announce the addition of Associate Will J. Collins. Will practices in aging services, business litigation, business transactions, general liability, health care, insurance coverage, labor and employment, medical malpractice, products liability, and real estate matters. Previously, Will worked as an associate in a full-service law firm where

Hall Booth Smith Partner George Ernst has been chosen as one of 2023’s 100 Leading Immigration Lawyers by Lawdragon. The listing recognizes the tremendous importance of immigration law and salutes select immigration attorneys – “lawyers on the front lines advocating for immigrant rights while weighing against regulations.” George’s practice specializes in immigration, international business, and

On January 10, 2023, Governor Murphy signed legislation significantly amending the NJ Warn Act, which became effective April 10, 2023. The most important changes are as follows…

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Information Security recently published new cybersecurity resources with the goal of mitigating common cybersecurity threats in the health care sector. HHS Resources Webinars: These are spotlighted periodically and noticed to subscribers. The next webinar spotlights Health Industry Cybersecurity Practices 2023 changes as it relates

Written by: Jade Davis, Esq. Continued technological advances in artificial intelligence, robotics, and remote and cloud-operated machinery have amplified the need for the construction industry to have a robust cyber risk strategy. As a result, cybersecurity is now firmly positioned as a c-suite risk and should be a regular topic of conversation at the Board

Hall Booth Smith celebrates Charleston Partners Lauren Spears Gresh and Derek M. Newberry as they have been recognized on the Super Lawyers 2023 South Carolina Rising Stars list. Lauren Spears Gresh Lauren was recognized for her work in medical malpractice defense matters. She defends medical professionals and facilities, including doctors, nurses, and hospitals against claims

Written by: Nneka A. Egwuatu Anunobi, Esq. The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California recently rejected an attempt by Everest National Insurance Company to deny coverage for antitrust lawsuits involving Foster Farms, LLC’s and Foster Poultry Farms’ (collectively, “Foster”) turkey products. Background In 2016 Foster was sued in various antitrust lawsuits brought

Written by: Dan Addison, Esq. South Carolina recently had a sea change shift in settlements involving workers’ compensation claims, as well as the procedural nature of Mediations of any workers comp case. In a recent decision from the South Carolina Court of Appeals issued on August 3, 2022 — in which I represented the defendants

HBS Partners Adam Peoples, of the Asheville Office, and Andrew C. Knowlton, of the Birmingham office, have been recognized as “On the Rise” in the 2023 Southeastern Legal Awards. Adam Peoples Adam primarily defends doctors, lawyers, accountants, and engineers in negligence and ethics matters. His downtown Asheville practice also includes defending claims regarding general liability,

Written by: Jordan Johnson, Esq. & Anamayan Narendran, Esq. Background On April 18, 2023, President Biden signed Executive Order 14070 that included several directives purportedly aimed at bolstering Americans’ access to long-term care and increasing job stability for medical professionals working in long-term care facilities. The Executive Order directs the Department of Health and Human

Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is excited to welcome experienced compliance attorney Jennifer J. May-Brust. Jennifer’s Experience Jennifer May-Brust is Of Counsel in our Rogers, Arkansas, office and focuses her practice on commercial transactions, real estate, construction and design, regulatory compliance programs, corporate governance, and international business. Over her almost thirty-year career supporting (or running)

In an article published on April 10, 2023, in Part B News, Tampa Of Counsel Jade Davis shares her insight and expertise on the Health Care and Public Health Sector Cybersecurity Framework Implementation Guide 2.0, from HHS’ Administration for Strategic Preparedness (ASPR), its impact on the industry, and how compliance could impact cybersecurity insurance. Davis

In a recent podcast recorded for the International Risk Management Institute (IRMI), Charleston Partner Elizabeth F. Morrison shares supply chain risk management wisdom for agriculture and other industries. You can listen to the full podcast below or create an account to learn more on the IRMI website. 

In a post from Daily Report, Atlanta Associate Austin Atkinson’s defense of an apartment rental company is highlighted within a larger review of the consumer protection statute and its impact on housing accommodations in Georgia. You can read the full article on the Law.com website.

In an article published earlier this month in Hotel Executive’s Hotel Business Review, West Palm Beach of Counsel Danielle Dudai writes about the signs of human trafficking in hotels, how to look for warning signs, and ways that hotel leadership and staff should be trained to prevent trafficking in their hotels.

Written by: Matthew J. Lang, Esq. Background Litigation funding is not new. Since litigation funding was conceived, it has been a proverbial thorn in the sides of defense attorneys and insurance adjusters. Those defense attorneys and adjusters who have handled cases involving outsourced funding know that litigation funding makes cases extremely difficult to settle. When

In an article published on March 31, 2023, in HR.com’s HR Legal and Compliance, Little Rock Partner Abtin Mehdizadegan discusses how employers need to reconsider their substance abuse policies and compliance efforts under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), especially to keep up with the changing landscape of marijuana legalization. Until a national standard is

At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Congress passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), allowing the federal government to take on a greater share of Medicaid costs and expanding protections for consumers…

Tampa, Florida – April 12, 2023 – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) continues to expand its Tampa office as it welcomes Attorneys Jade Davis, Keith M. Hoffman, and Lauren Riley Barr. Jade Davis Jade Davis is Of Counsel who focuses her practice on data privacy, cyber security, and construction. She provides strategic privacy and cyber-preparedness

The H-1B visa sponsorship process can be tricky for employers to navigate, which is why Little Rock Partner George Ernst’s latest column lays out the most important tips for manufacturers. Published in Industry Today, the column focuses on the manufacturing industry, explaining how the visa process works and for which roles it’s best suited. The

In an article published in HR.com’s March HR Legal & Compliance Excellence edition, Little Rock, Arkansas, Partner George Ernst provides U.S. immigration tips for employers navigating the H-1B visa program. George explains the important issues that employers should consider when sponsoring a foreign national worker for H-1B status and highlights four principles of the H-1B

In an article published on April 4, 2023, by The Legal Intelligencer, White Plains Partner Nicole A. Callahan breaks how to obtain medical records without violating HIPAA. While parties to a medical malpractice litigation should have access to all discovery material and necessary to prove or defend their cases, the privacy of nonparties must also

In a recent article for the Daily Report, Alpharetta Partner Jake Evans provides five tips to help improve workflow management and productivity. That article is below as well as viewable on the Daily Report site. Introduction There are the same number of hours in a day for everyone—24. Yet, some get more out of those

Written by: Shylie A. Bannon, Esq. | Print Blog Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently signed significant tort reform legislation into law after House Bill 837 passed through the House and its companion bill was passed in the Senate. This is the most significant tort reform legislation to be enacted in Florida since the early 2000s,

Written by: Rayford H. Taylor, Esq. In Florida, a failure by an employer/carrier to promptly grant an employee’s change of physician deprives the employer/carrier of the right to select the doctor, as once again, Florida courts have been called upon to address the “one-time change” provision of F.S. 440.13(2)(f) in the case of Andrews v.

In an article published ston March 28, 2023, in Construction Dive, Paramus Partner Jeffrey M. Daitz and Red Bank Partner Joseph F. Herbert III provide insight on the ramifications for the construction industry resulting from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) Strategic Enforcement Plan. If you start selectively enforcing the policy, that’s a red flag,

In a Daily Report article published March 17, 2023, Alpharetta Partner Jake Evans discusses upcoming Georgia cannabinoid legislation and the potential consequences concerning the state legislature’s decisions. “It’s a legal quagmire, a big mess,” Jake stated in regards to the multiple lawsuits and appeals he’s filed for cannabis companies protesting their application denials in the

Hall Booth Smith has been awarded as one of the Tampa Bay Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in 2023. Only sixty companies have been selected for this list, and each honoree represents companies who have made workplace culture, recruitment, and employee retention a key pillar to their success. “We are proud to represent our

DENVER, COLORADO – March 8, 2023 – HBS is honored to celebrate the talent of Christine A. Craigmile, Elizabeth C. Moran, Scott S. Nixon, Catherine O’Brien Crum, and Bradley N. Shefrin as they have been recognized on the 2023 Super Lawyers list. Christine A. Craigmile Christine was honored for her work in personal injury medical

Written by: Abtin Mehdizadegan, Esq. As many contractors are aware, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) received a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request from the Center for Investigative Reporting seeking Type 2 EEO-1 Report data from 2016-2020 for all federal contractors and first-tier subcontractors. EEO-1 reports contain over 180 different data points

Companies that make former workers promise not to disparage their former employers in exchange for a severance payment are breaking federal law, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruled Tuesday. What’s more, it is also illegal to prevent employees from disclosing the terms of their severance packages, the NLRB said. Background Numerous companies tender severance

In a Daily Report article published on February 14, Alpharetta Partner Jake Evans emphasized various fundamentals to keep in mind amidst the continuously changing world of law. Despite the advancement of new potential technological tools such as ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence solutions, he mentions that while lawyers should certainly take advantage of and adapt

Courtroom Sciences‘ The Litigation Psychology Podcast spoke with Rogers Partner Jason B. Hendren as well as Atlanta Partner Jacquelyn Smith Clarke about medical malpractice cases. The discussed which types of medical malpractice cases they had found to be the most difficult to litigate during their own careers, such as birth trauma and wrongful death cases,

In a Part B News article published on February 13, Atlanta Partner Sandra Cianflone provides commentary on the end of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) and its impact on Emergency Use Authorizations (EUAs) and liability immunity. Emergency use authorizations are made pursu­ant to an emergency declaration by HHS, Cianflone explains. Because this authority was

In a February 10 article in the Daily Report, Hall Booth Smith founding partner John E. Hall, Jr. is profiled among other leading law firm executives discussing the pace of mergers in the Southeast. I think it’s inevitable just because of the scale to run a [law] practice and the need for a broad footprint

LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS – February 14, 2023 – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. is excited to add seasoned attorneys Misty Wilson Borkowski, George Ernst, and Abtin Mehdizadegan from Little Rock, Arkansas, as the firm grows its immigration and employment practice groups. Immigration & Employment Practices Grow Misty, George, and Abtin join HBS as partners and will

In a recently published article on February 1, 2023, from Attorney at Law Magazine, Little Rock, Arkansas, Attorney April Cotton reflects on her practice, professional history, and life experiences along the way. April joined HBS Little Rock last fall and focuses her practice on medical malpractice, correctional health care, products liability, labor and employment, and

GEORGIA – February 9, 2023 – Once again, Hall Booth Smith has been recognized for its outstanding legal work as ten of its attorneys have been honored as Georgia Rising Stars® in the 2023 edition of the Georgia Super Lawyers® magazine. Attorneys Jacquelyn Smith Clarke, Jake Evans, Joel McKie, Jacob Raehn, Paul Trainor, and Tiffany

GEORGIA – February 9, 2023 – We are excited to congratulate John E. Hall, Jr., Rush S. Smith, Jr., C. Michael Johnson, and James B. Durham as they have been recognized for their outstanding legal service and selected to the 2023 Georgia Super Lawyers list once again. John E. Hall, Jr. John Hall was honored

In the waning hours of January 30, 2023 – the deadline to sign New York’s Grieving Families Act1 into law – Governor Kathy Hochul instead vetoed the legislation, which had passed both houses of the legislature with significant bipartisan support…

In an article published on January 27, 2023, by American City & County magazine, Little Rock, Arkansas, partner Baxter D. Drennon offers guidance to municipalities surrounding the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) of 2021 and its economic impact. The $1.9 trillion package, which includes funding for states, local governments, and tribal nations in response to

Written by: Daniel Richardson, Esq. As employers seek to provide a safe workplace, it is imperative that no retaliatory action be taken against employees who choose to exercise their rights under the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act or other statutes designed to protect employees. Doing so can be quite costly. Section 11(c)(1) of the

NORTH CAROLINA – January 26, 2023 – In the 2023 edition of the magazine, the law firm of Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) has been recognized for its outstanding legal work as four of its attorneys have been named on the lists of Super Lawyers and Rising Stars. Isaac Northup has been selected to the

Hall Booth Smith Partners Bradley Shefrin, Christine Craigmile, and Scott S. Nixon were recognized by 5280 Magazine in its annual list of  Denver’s Top Lawyers for 2023, which lists the area’s most respected attorneys. Shefrin was recognized for his work in construction defect litigation, while Craigmile and Nixon were recognized for their defense work in

New York City Partner Drew Graham, Aging Services Practice Area founder at Hall Booth Smith, and Tara Clayton, Senior Vice President at risk management firm Marsh McLennan, recently joined McKnight’s Long Term Care News senior editor Kimberly Marselas to discuss the Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness (PREP) Act and COVID-19 lawsuits. Graham says it is

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA – January 23, 2023 – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is pleased to welcome Partners Christina Wolfram and Michael D. Carter to its office in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Christina Wolfram Partner Christina Wolfram focuses her practice on medical malpractice and other personal injury matters. She represents health care institutions, private practices, physicians,

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JANUARY 20, 2023 – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) has named seven new partners as the firm elevates leaders and recognizes their outstanding service to clients. Joining the firm’s partnership ranks are Sandro Stojanovic in Atlanta, Christopher Watkins in Alpharetta, Drew Brooks in Columbus, Rene Stuhr Dukes in Charleston, Ashley Fromm in

RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA – January 17, 2023 – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is pleased to announce the opening of a new office in Raleigh as it continues to expand its footprint throughout North Carolina to better serve client needs. The HBS Raleigh office will be led by new Partner Maria P. Wood. Maria will

DENVER, COLORADO – January 11, 2023 – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is pleased to welcome Associate Patrick Hale to its Denver office. Patrick Hale is an Associate in our Denver office where he focuses his practice on correctional health care, insurance coverage, premises liability, and medical malpractice matters. Prior to joining HBS, Patrick worked

Written by: Kelly P. Corrubia, Esq. A panel of the New Jersey Appellate Division in a case of first impression held that the Transportation Network Safety and Regulatory Act (TNCSRA)1 applies only to transportation network companies that use a digital network to connect a rider to a prearranged ride, such as Uber or Lyft, and

ATLANTA, GA – January 5, 2022 – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is excited to welcome Associate Nate Riepe in its Atlanta office. Nate Riepe is an Associate in our Atlanta office where he focuses his practice on general liability, insurance coverage, and medical malpractice matters. Formerly, Nate worked as an Associate with a local

  ATLANTA, GA – January 4, 2022  – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is pleased to announce it has been named as a 2023 Fastest-Growing Law Firm and Largest Law Firm by the Atlanta Business Chronicle, adding to the firm’s growing list of accolades. In the publication’s 2023 Book of Lists, HBS’ Atlanta office was

BRUNSWICK, GEORGIA – December 29, 2022  – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is pleased to welcome Associate Bubba Dunn to its Brunswick office. Bubba Dunn is an Associate in our Brunswick office where he focuses his practice on medical malpractice matters. Formerly, Bubba externed with the Georgia General Assembly House of Representatives and interned with

In part one of a two-part article series published by the Daily Report, leaders of large and midsize firms in the Southeast were asked how they handle economic downturns and avoid austerity measures. John E. Hall, Jr., a founding partner of Hall Booth Smith, discussed how a recessionary period can still result in growth opportunities

Hospitals and healthcare systems have long been targets for cyber criminals. One such incident occurred in October 2022 when CommonSpirirt Health announced an IT security incident, leading some such as Richard Shenis, partner and head of the Data Privacy & Cyber Security practice group at Hall Booth Smith, to reiterate strategies such as geofencing as

Increasing cyberattacks targeting cultural institutions – including a December 7 attack affecting The Metropolitan Opera’s network systems, website, box office, and call center – have led many to question the purpose of such attacks while some such as Richard Sheinis, partner and head of Hall Booth Smith’s Data Privacy & Cyber Security practice group, simply

Following the American Tort Reform Foundation’s release of its annual Judicial Hellholes report ranking states where it claims judges in civil cases systematically apply laws and court procedures in an unfair and unbalanced manner, Georgia took a top spot. The ranking came as no surprise to civil defense attorneys, Founding Partner John E. Hall Jr.

COLUMBUS, GEORGIA – December 14, 2022 – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is pleased to welcome Associates Paul Joseph “PJ” Spina IV and Brooke Nail to its Columbus office. PJ Spina Paul Joseph “PJ” Spina IV is an Associate in our Columbus office where he supports our appellate practice group. Prior to joining HBS, PJ

ROGERS, ARKANSAS – December 09, 2022 – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is pleased to welcome Associate Dalton Huerkamp to its Rogers office. Dalton Huerkamp is an Associate in our Rogers office where he focuses his practice on medical malpractice matters. Prior to joining HBS, Dalton worked at a civil general practice firm where he

ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA – December 8, 2022  – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is pleased to welcome Associate Jacquelyn Miner to its Asheville office. Jacquelyn Miner focuses her practice on general liability, governmental liability, insurance coverage, medical malpractice, and professional malpractice and ethics. Prior to joining HBS, Jacquelyn worked as an Associate for a local

Written by: Duane L. Cochenour, Esq. Judge Kevin B. Weiss of the Circuit Court for Orange County, Florida, issued a potentially important ruling regarding assault and battery exclusions. An appeal is sure to follow, but the court granted the plaintiff’s rather novel argument that mental anguish damages (and a $25M Judgement for them) are not

Written by: Savannah Liner Avera, Esq. Connecticut Attorney General William Tong announced a historic settlement with Google regarding its predatory disregard for users’ location tracking preferences. Google will pay $391.5 million to 40 states in a privacy violation settlement for continuing to track users after opting out of a feature called location history. Background This

Good documentation is the foundation for successful medical malpractice defense, but there are many ways that documentation can fall short. David Badie, New Jersey-based partner at Hall Booth Smith, discussed with the Journal of Healthcare Risk Management the importance of healthcare documentation and that clinicians should be self-motivated to document well. I always tell providers

In the 2022 Mid-South Super Lawyers magazine, the law firm of Hall Booth Smith (HBS) has been recognized for its outstanding legal work as 5 of its attorneys are on the list of Super Lawyers and Rising Stars. The list recognizes outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high-degree of

The Office of Civil Rights recently announced a settlement with a Massachusetts dermatology clinic regarding the improper disposal of protected health information (PHI) after staff at the clinic placed empty specimen containers with PHI labels in a garbage bin in their parking lot. Richard Sheinis, partner and head of the Data Privacy & Cyber Security

Lawsuits against nursing homes for allegedly failing to treat residents properly during the pandemic are more likely to be heard now in state and not federal courts following an announcement from the U.S. Supreme Court that it would not take up the case of Saldana v Glenhaven Healthcare. Saldana died of COVID-related causes while a

MISSOULA, MONTANA – Nov. 30, 2022 – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) welcomes seasoned attorneys Gary Kalkstein and Joseph Gresham to its office in Missoula, Montana, as the firm expands its practice to meet the needs of clients in the Rocky Mountain region. Gary Kalkstein Gary Kalkstein joins the firm as a Partner and has

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – November 28, 2022 – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is excited to welcome five attorneys in its Atlanta office: Anna Stallings, Varad Dabke, Alexandra Beato, Danielle Adams, and Nolan Hendricks. Anna Stallings Anna Stallings is an Associate in our Atlanta office where she focuses her practice on aging services and health care

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – November 23, 2022 – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is excited to welcome five attorneys in its Atlanta office: Anne Marie Simoneaux, Margaret Daly, Navroz Tharani, Olivia Spradley, and Henry Cleland. Anne Marie Simoneaux Anne Marie Simoneaux is an Associate in our Atlanta office where she focuses her practice on business litigation

ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA – November 21, 2022 – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is excited to welcome Associates Mikayla Mobley and Jim Hicks in its Alpharetta office. Mikayla Mobley Mikayla Mobley joins as an Associate where she focuses her practice on business litigation, business transactions, and corporate and partnership matters. Prior to joining HBS, Mikayla externed

Written by: Cayton S. Chrisman, Esq. The insurance industry has long been undecided as to whether primary insurers owe a duty of good faith to excess insurers, and, if such a duty does exist, when that duty arises. On one hand, some jurisdictions have determined that there is no affirmative or direct duty of a

The Daily Report recently reported on a trend of rising client expectations for both law firms and in-house legal departments. According to a report cited in the article, rising client expectations are forcing law firms to embark on measures to control compensation expenses, with many law firms expected to hold budgets flat in 2023 –

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA – November 15, 2022  – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is pleased to welcome Associate Samantha LeJune to its Charlotte office. Samantha focuses her practice on business litigation, construction, general liability, governmental liability, premises liability, and transportation matters. Prior to joining HBS, she interned for the North Carolina Department of Justice, where

Written by: Richard Sheinis, Esq. Canada’s Federal Privacy Law, the Personal Information Protection and Electronics Documents Act (PIPEDA) is over 22 years old.  Its replacement, proposed Bill C-27, which introduces the Consumer Protection Privacy Act (CPPA) is still at least one year away from being passed. The CPPA is part of Canada’s Digital Charter Implementation

Hall Booth Smith, P.C. is pleased to welcome Kevin Denyer and Thomas Jablonski as Associates to its office in West Palm Beach, Florida.

In a MedScape story about a proliferation of new lawsuits resulting from care provided or delayed during the COVID-19 pandemic, Drew Graham, partner and leader of the Aging Services Practice Area at Hall Booth Smith, told the publication most of the COVID liability claims he has seen involve post-acute care, such as nursing homes and

MIAMI, FLORIDA – November 28, 2022 – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is excited to welcome three attorneys in the Miami office: Stephanie Rodriguez, Megan Basso, and Kyle Lee. Stephanie Rodriguez Stephanie Rodriguez joins as an Associate where she focuses her practice on appellate, medical malpractice, general liability, products liability, and premises liability matters. Prior

In a story published in U.S. News & World Report about the status of COVID-19 vaccines in nursing homes, Jacqueline Voronov, New Jersey-based partner at Hall Booth Smith, said the vaccine mandate does not apply to nursing home residents, although nursing homes are obligated to make it available to them. Voronov represents management in a

TAMPA, FLORIDA – October 28, 2022 – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is pleased to welcome Associates Lauren K. Thomas and Anne E. Semmons to its Tampa office as the firm expands to serve its clients in the state of Florida. Lauren focuses her practice on general liability and medical malpractice matters. Previously, Lauren was

ATLANTA & ALPHARETTA, GA – October 27, 2022 – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is excited to welcome three attorneys in the state of Georgia: Juan Patino, Noga Baruch, and Blake Walker. Juan Patino Juan Patino joins as an Associate in Alpharetta where he focuses his practice on business litigation, business transactions, corporate and partnership,

In a Construction Dive article following a recent trend of including anti-harassment language in subcontracts to codify a unified approach against hate on job sites, Joseph F. Herbert III, partner and co-chair of the Construction Practice Area at Hall Booth Smith, told the publication like any contract clause, if properly written, anti-bias clauses in construction

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE. – October 26, 2022 – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. is pleased to welcome William Dodd and Claire Rowland as Associates to its office in Nashville, Tennessee. William Dodd William focuses his practice on business litigation, business transactions, corporate and partnership, general liability, premises liability, transportation, and workers’ compensation matters. Prior to joining HBS,

Founding Partner John E. Hall, Jr. interviewed with the Daily Report for their two-part series on law firm retirement policy. The story follows a development where a well-known attorney decided to leave his firm on account of their retirement policy, which mandated individuals retire at 65. In response, Hall said his firm takes an individualist

LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS – October 18, 2022 – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. is pleased to welcome April Cotton as Associate to its office in Little Rock, Arkansas. April focuses her practice on medical malpractice, correctional health care, products liability, labor and employment, and education matters. Prior to joining the HBS, April worked at a full-service

In a profile published on Law.com as part of the publication’s “How I Made it to Partner” series, Andrew K. Hazen, partner at Hall Booth Smith, provides unique career insights on his journey, including being elected to the firm’s partnership in 2019. In the article, Hazen offers advice to associates wishing to make partner including

Written by: Gabriel Lopez, Esq.  Earlier this month, European Union (EU) lawmakers began political debate on the EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act). The legislation focuses on regulating the use of artificial intelligence in society. The AI Act seeks to introduce legal obligations commensurate with the potential harm, societal or otherwise, that may come with

Written by: Laura Gregory, Esq. Recently, the North Carolina Court of Appeals issued a holding that declined to extend the Seagraves test, which is used by courts to determine whether an employee constructively refused suitable employment when they have been terminated for cause unrelated to their work injury. This holding significantly limits an employer’s ability

Even amid the growth of remote and hybrid work, intimate relationships among co-workers are on the rise, according to the Society of Human Resource Management. While banning workplace romances may not be the answer, Mariel Smith, Columbus-based partner, said leaders should have a policy in place to protect themselves. “Formal contracts can get a ‘little

In an article published by Forbes Advisor about how Congress is attempting to tackle the issue of surprise medical bills for patients who unintentionally or inadvertently receive care from an out-of-network providers with the No Surprises Act, Partner S. David McLean Jr. said the law also protects uninsured patients by providing a Good Faith Estimate

Founding Partner John E. Hall Jr. interviewed with the Daily Report for their new two-part series about verdicts in injury cases involving fetal injuries. Coupled with a national push for “personhood” rights following the U.S. Supreme Court’s overturning of federal abortion rights, the article addresses concerns in the legal industry about whether juries are valuing

In a HealthLeaders article about the recently issued final set of rules based on the No Surprises Act that affect out-of-network reimbursement of providers, S. David McLean Jr., partner at Hall Booth Smith, breaks down the implications of a recent federal court decision. This decision found that the definition of qualifying payment amounts (QPA) –

Written by: Gabriel Lopez, Esq. A $35 million settlement between the residents of Illinois and Snapchat has been reached following a class action lawsuit over the collection of biometric data. According to the complaint filed on May 11, 2022, for alleged violations of Illinois’ Biometric Information Privacy Act, the company allegedly collected biometric data through

Written by: S. David McLean, Jr. On August 26, 2022, the long-awaited Requirements Related to Surprise Billing: Final Rules (the “Final Rules”) were published in the Federal Register (87 Fed. Reg. 52618). The No Surprises Act Final Rules are purposefully narrow in scope, finalizing parts of the July 2021 and October 2021 interim final rules

COLUMBUS, GA – September 14, 2022 – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is pleased to welcome Associate Mary Stamper Grogan to its Columbus office. Mary Stamper focuses her practice on the defense of medical malpractice matters. Prior to joining HBS, she clerked for the Honorable Judge Charles Weigle, Federal Magistrate Judge for the Middle District

In a Daily Report article about Hall Booth Smith’s recently launched Reproductive Health Strategic Team, a group of firm attorneys working to address legal considerations of reproductive health following the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, Elizabeth C. “Betsy” Moran, Denver-based partner and team leader, told the publication the team

ATLANTA, GA – September 13, 2022 – Hall Booth Smith, P.C. has named 5 attorneys to Partner as the firm recognizes the dedication, hard work, and leadership of the senior attorneys. The attorneys who join the firm’s partnership as of September 1 are: Dan Addison, a Partner based in Charleston, South Carolina, who concentrates his

The U.S. Supreme Court may finally determine whether COVID-19 liability cases related to the Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness (PREP) Act belong in state or federal court. While states can currently consider cases based on federal law, Glenhaven Healthcare is seeking petition from the court to hear its COVID-19 litigation case exclusively in federal court