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American Heart Association's 2021 Go Red For Women
January 15, 2021
The BMD Season of Giving in 2020 was a great way to help out organizations that help others. Continuing community involvement in 2021, we will be looking to the American Heart Association's Go Red for Women campaign. Healthcare and Hospital Law Member and Vice President Amanda Waesch is the Chair of Go Red for Women for the American Heart Association, which is kicking off the 28 days of Heart Health. Show your support on February 5th with “Wear Red and Give” Day. Consider hosting a Jeans Day every Friday in the month of February at your place of business in support of Go Red For Women, even encouraging remote employees to participate. Snap a pic of your team members in their red gear and post on social media (socially distanced in person or a virtual group photo will work, too!) – see the toolkit here for sharing on your favorite social platforms. Click here to learn more and donate to the GRFW Campaign.
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COVID-19 Legal Issues Update and Ask Us Anything Webinar Recording
January 5, 2021
Join Brennan Manna Diamond Employment & Labor law Member Jeffrey Miller and Healthcare & Employment law Partner Bryan Meek on December 10 ET for 'COVID-19 Legal Issues Update and Ask Us Anything' webinar.
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Jeffrey C. Miller and Bryan Meek
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Brennan, Manna & Diamond Law Firm Promotes Four Attorneys in Akron and Jacksonville Offices
December 2, 2020
Brennan Manna Diamond (BMD), a business law firm with eight offices in Ohio, Florida and Arizona, has announced that Adrian Ribovich and Duriya (DD) Dhinojwala have been promoted from partner to Member. Darren Jones and Bryan Meek have also been promoted from associate attorney to Partner.
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BMD Recognized as Best Law Firm 2021
November 16, 2020
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BMD's Season of Giving
November 9, 2020
This holiday season, BMD felt an overwhelming urge to give back to the communities in which we live and work. That is how BMD’s 2020 Season of Giving program was created. In honor of our 20th Anniversary, we designated $20,000 and asked each of our offices to propose charities and causes that were important to them—organizations that lend their care, support, services, resources and education to others on a daily basis.
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Ohio COVID Immunity Bill
October 24, 2020
Scott P. Sandrock, a Member of BMD shares the logistics of Amended House Bill 606, which grants immunity to essential workers who transmit COVID-19.
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Brennan Manna Diamond
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Webinar Recording: New Considerations for Business Succession Planning
October 20, 2020
Ray Lampner and Pattie Wagner of Sikich joined BMD’s Co-Managing Partner Justin Alaburda in “New Considerations for Business Succession Planning,” where they discussed current business succession planning considerations from an accounting, legal, and human capital perspective.
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BMD Client Spotlight: IncludeHealth
August 27, 2020
BMD is happy to share an inspiring business backgrounder on IncludeHealth, Inc. - a Digital musculoskeletal (MSK) care & training platform for providers - and introduce its CEO and Founder, Ryan Eder. Client: IncludeHealth CEO: Ryan Eder Business: Digital musculoskeletal (MSK) care & training platform for providers. Relationship Attorney: Kate Hickner Legal Services: BMD and Kate serve as healthcare counsel for IncludeHealth, providing regulatory guidance as well as HIPAA and other data privacy and security guidance, in an evolving health care delivery, reimbursement and regulatory landscape.
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BMD's Chief People Officer Mary Miles Wins Crain's Cleveland Excellence in HR Award
August 24, 2020
BMD's Chief People Officer Mary Miles Wins Crain's Cleveland Excellence in HR Award
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Webinar Recording: Telemedicine Legal and Practical Considerations for Physicians Practices
August 20, 2020
This webinar discusses the latest developments in telemedicine for physician practices, including Medicare, Medicaid and commercial payor reimbursement requirements, state licensure considerations and HIPAA requirements. Speakers: -Kyle Sharp, MHA, FACHE, Interim Associate VP & Executive Director, OSU Physicians, Inc. -Ronnen Isakov, CPA, Managing Director, Healthcare Advisory Services, Medic Management Group LLC -Kate Hickner, Healthcare & Hospital Law Partner, BMD -Kevin Cripe, Healthcare & Hospital Law Attorney, BMD The speakers will share their personal experiences working with health care providers to implement and grow their telemedicine practices during recent months. The webinar will provide listeners with practical guidance and take-aways that will be useful in their own organizations.
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BMD Healthcare & Hospital Law Group w/ Medic Management Group, LLC
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Crain's Cleveland Recognizes Duriya Dhinojwala as a 2020 Woman of Note
June 29, 2020
Duriya (DD) Dhinojwala's heart, drive and dedication are just a few of the commendable qualities that make her a Woman of Note. Learn more about DD's background and path to success here.
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Webinar Recording -- Paycheck Protection Program Loans: Forgiveness Applications
May 28, 2020
Paycheck Protection Program Loans: Forgiveness Applications
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BMD SBA Loan Team
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"New Normal" Budget Guidance
April 20, 2020
During these challenging times most business are faced with issues regarding cash flow and ongoing expenses. In prior Client Updates we have outline some specific action plans dealing with PPP, Cares Act and other funding programs, your obligations and opportunities under the Salary Continuation programs and others. We continue to update those as new Guidance is released so please check back to our Resources page from time to time.
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Scott Sandrock
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Will Your Business be Keying More Credit Card Transactions as a Result of COVID-19?
April 9, 2020
In this hectic time and uncertainty, owners are making hard decisions regarding their businesses. Some are shutting down, while others are adapting to the daily life changes of COVID-19. Many medical practices are seeing patients on an emergency basis and others are starting to implement a telehealth approach.
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Bryan Meek of BMD & Ray McGrogan, CardChoice International
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CARES Act Paycheck Protection Program Calculation Sample
March 31, 2020
Sample calculation for the Paycheck Protection Program.
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BMD Business Crisis Response Team
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Employer Liability for Customer Conduct: Former PNC Bank employee receives $2.4M jury verdict
February 26, 2020
Earlier this month, PNC Bank was on the wrong end of a sexual harassment jury verdict in a claim brought by a former employee. Why is this case interesting to you? Two reasons: The former employee was sexually harassed, but not by a PNC employee; and, the sexual harassment did not occur within a PNC workplace.
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Jeffrey C. Miller
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Robert Hager Speaking at the Ohio Contractors Association's Annual Conference - Jan. 29 - Feb. 5, 2020
February 3, 2020
Attorney Robert Hager will be speaking at the Ohio Contractors Association's Annual Conference in Maui, Hawaii sharing a simple practical approach to build your business' legacy and leading an interactive session about best practices for collaboration, risk management, and claims avoidance.
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Congratulations to Duriya Dhinojwala and Michael Steel
November 14, 2019
Attorneys Duriya Dhinojwala and Michael Steel recognized at Pro Bono Attorney's of the Year this evening at the 67th Annual Community Legal Aid Anniversary Celebration.
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Akron is among cities where GenXers are best off
September 12, 2019
Akron is among cities where GenXers are best off
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Written by Sue Walton, Crain's Cleveland Business
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It's Always Risk Management Season in the Construction Industry
July 31, 2019
For the second time in just nine months, the Ohio Supreme Court issued a major decision affecting project-related risk and exposure for members of Ohio’s construction industry.
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Blockchain in Healthcare
July 25, 2019
Martin Pangrace and Jeana Singleton presented at the Inaugural Midwest Telehealth Resource Center Annual Conference held July 23-24, 2019 in South Bend, Indiana.
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Amanda L. Waesch recognized by NSCHBC at 2019 Annual Meeting
June 19, 2019
At this year's National Society of Certified Healthcare Business Consultant's Annual Meeting held St. Louis, Missouri, Amanda L. Waesch was awarded the Lenny Schwartz Go-Getter Award.
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Amanda L. Waesch 2019 Recipient of the ATHENA Akron Award
June 19, 2019
Amanda L. Waesch received the ATHENA Akron award recognizing women leaders new to their posit
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Planning for Vacation, Planning for Health
May 22, 2019
When thinking about the joint replacement space, it seems logical that such an event deserves at least the same amount of preparation (if not more) as a summer vacation, particularly since it will probably be more expensive and more life changing than the typical summer vacation.
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Jeana M. Singleton, Co-founder, Tenamark, LLC and Member, BMD
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BMD Sponsors Ruhlin Clays Classic Benefiting the Cleveland Clinic Akron General Foundation
May 15, 2019
BMD was a proud sponsor of this year's 4th Annual Rhulin Clays Classic.
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Employment Based First Preference (EB1)
October 30, 2018
BMD has a team of experienced immigration attorneys with a collective knowledge of over fifty years to assist and guide U.S. banks, companies, individuals, universities, colleges, hospitals and institutions obtain the appropriate work visa or employment based permanent residency.
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BMD Immigration Group
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NLRB Reverses its Reversal of 2015 Browning-Ferris Joint Employer Decision
February 28, 2018
NLRB Reverses its Reversal of 2015 Browning-Ferris Joint Employer Decision
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Jeffrey C. Miller, Member of BMD's Labor & Employment Practice Group, Managing Partner of BMD's Cleveland Office
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Scott Sandrock Awarded the Outstanding Eagle Scout Award
February 8, 2018
BMD is proud to recognize its member Scott P. Sandrock being awarded the Outstanding Eagle Scout Award by the Boy Scouts of America. This award recognizes Eagle Scouts who have later achieved distinction in their professional careers and leadership through community service. A limited number of these awards are presented annually. The Award was presented at the Annual Eagle Scout Recognition Dinner in January.
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Highlights from the BMD Healthcare Leadership Summit Held in Orlando, FL, January 11, 2018 - January 13, 2018
January 31, 2018
BMD's 2nd Annual Healthcare Leadership Innovation Summit theme focused on entrepreneurism in healthcare as we sought to reach various specialties and stakeholders within the healthcare industry. There were 3 days of insightful programming and exclusive networking
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BMD Healthcare Team
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Ohio’s Statute of Repose: Is it Really a Bar to All Construction Claims?
January 22, 2018
In response to the increase in common-law claims against architects and contractors brought by third parties who lacked “privity of contract”, many states enacted a construction statute of repose. A statute of repose is intended to forever bar claims for certain injuries or damages after a set period of time following substantial completion. Subject to certain exceptions, the primary distinction between a statute of repose and statute of limitations is that a statute of repose begins to run regardless of whether one is aware of a defect.
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Justin M. Alaburda, Esq.
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Martin Pangrace and Catherine McCain Presenting at AIA Contract Document Workshop - September 26, 2017
August 25, 2017
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Lorraine M. Signore
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BMD's Christopher Walker Helps Connect Veterans with Housing Options
July 12, 2017
Christopher Walker, a partner with BMD, is currently representing the Invest in America's Veterans Foundation, an organization that strives to provide a "head start" for veterans that involves the least amount of "red tape" possible.
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Robert A. Hager Awarded the John Carroll University 2017 Alumni Medal
May 23, 2017
Robert A. Hager awarded the John Carroll University 2017 Alumni Medal
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Ohio Court of Claims Explains Surety’s Obligations After Contractor Default
January 1, 2017
A surety thinking of funding its bankrupt principal for the purpose of completing a project should take notice of the recent decision in Jutte Elec., Ltd v. Ohio Facilitates Constr. Comm.
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Alex J. McCallion, Esq.
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Duty to Preserve ESI: The Stakes Just Got Higher
August 10, 2016
A recent federal court decision highlights the potentially severe consequences for companies that do not take the proper steps to preserve electronically stored information (“ESI”) in anticipation of or in connection with litigation.
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Justin M. Alaburda
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Affordable Care Act Nondiscrimination Final Rule
May 16, 2016
On May 13, 2016, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) issued a final rule implementing Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (“Section 1557”) protecting individuals from discrimination in health care on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and sex, including discrimination based on pregnancy, gender identity, and sex stereotyping (the “Rule”).
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Angela C. Codougan
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It Is Time To Update Your Compliance Plans
May 10, 2016
In 1997, the Office of the Inspector General (“OIG”) began to actively promote that health care providers adopt written compliance plans to assist providers to follow government rules and regulations regarding health care.
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Scott P. Sandrock
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HIPAA Compliance Update
January 20, 2016
HIPAA compliance has been a part of the regulatory landscape of healthcare since the privacy rules became effective in 2003. Since that time, most providers have taken steps to develop their compliance plans, including distributing notices of privacy practices, obtaining authorizations for release of information as needed, and obtaining business associate agreements from third parties.
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Scott P. Sandrock
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Bar Bulletin: Young lawyers, it’s never too early to start building your future
October 6, 2015
Regardless of whether you are just out of law school or an attorney who has been practicing for five years, you can start taking steps toward building your future as a well-rounded lawyer.
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Alessandro A. Apolito
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The National Labor Relations Board “Joint Employer” Ruling
August 13, 2015
On August 27, 2015, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) released a ruling in the Browning-Ferris Industries of California, Inc. case, in which the NLRB revised its standard for determining joint employer status under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA).
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John N. Childs