Susan Berson and Brent Henry Recognized as Health Care Trailblazers by the National Law Journal

Employment, Labor & Benefits Member Jen Rubin authored this column discussing what companies should do if they find their CEO accused of harassment. Jen notes that this should include the involvement of the board, perhaps a heightened degree of confidentiality, and the organization’s choice of investigator to represent the organization or conduct the investigation, or both.

Alec Zadek, a Member in Mintz’s Boston office, is recognized among the Boston Business Journal’s 2018 40 Under 40 class. The annual award recognizes 40 professionals under the age of 40 throughout the Boston area who are making a difference in their businesses and communities.

This story previews testimony from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator on a recently rolled-out strategy designed to reduce Medicaid fraud and abuse. Mintz’s Ellyn Sternfield, a veteran government health care enforcement attorney, is among the industry sources providing commentary.

This feature story discusses the efforts hospitals are undertaking to combat drugs from being stolen amid a growing opioid crisis. The story notes that hospitals are facing consequences such as potentially heavy penalties and possible legal action. Mintz’s Ellyn Sternfield, a veteran government health care enforcement attorney, is among the industry sources providing commentary.

This feature story looks at reform efforts by the NCAA providing some benefits to student-athletes that pursue a professional basketball career. Member Tyrone Thomas, who regularly advises clients on complex legal issues in athletics, is quoted providing commentary.