Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP

10/16/2026

FRB is proud to sponsor the Jews in W**d Bagel Bash, returning to NYC during Hall of Flowers at The Delancey Rooftop on Wednesday, October 21, from 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM ET. Join FRB’s Andrew Cooper, Chair of the Cannabis & Psychedelics Practice Group, for bagels, coffee, and great conversation with leaders across the industry.

Get your tickets here: https://eventhi.io/events/bagel-bash-hall-of-flowers-nyc-2026-15173

10/16/2026

The 11th Circuit has scrapped its rule requiring plan claims exhaustion before ERISA fiduciary-breach suits. With fewer procedural defenses available, plan sponsors in Florida, Georgia, and Alabama need plan language and processes that are well documented and procedurally sound. FRB Taxation Partner Angela Stockbridge was quoted in PLANADVISER on what the en banc decision in Bolton v. Inland Fresh Seafood Corp. of America means for sponsors.

Learn more and read the full article:

Participants in Florida, Georgia and Alabama no longer need to complete plan claims procedures before filing fiduciary-breach litigation.

10/16/2026

FRB Co-Managing Partner Kenneth Falcon was recently featured on the “Do You Ever Wonder” podcast with host Mike Haltman for a conversation about inherited property, partition actions, and the legal and financial challenges that can arise when multiple heirs inherit a home. Ken discussed what families should know about co-ownership, forced sales, New York’s heirs property protections, and how thoughtful estate planning can help avoid costly disputes down the road.

Watch the full episode:

What happens when five siblings inherit grandma's house and only on...

10/15/2026

Proposed premium tax credit (PTC) regulations would end the cap on repaying excess advance payments and require Exchanges to verify other coverage, which means more risk for employees and more verification requests for employers. FRB Taxation Partner Angela Stockbridge explores what plan sponsors should do now in her latest blog article.

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By: Angela M. Stockbridge On October 14, 2026, the Treasury Department and the IRS released proposed regulations which were published in the Federal

10/13/2026

Not every government contract flowdown clause is non-negotiable. Knowing which provisions are required and which can be tailored can help protect your business.

FRB’s Daniel Gershman and Dennis Lind break down mandatory, suggested, and optional flowdowns, highlighting opportunities to negotiate scope, costs, and compliance obligations.

By: Daniel J. Gershman and Dennis W. Lind For companies doing business with the federal government—whether as a prime contractor or as a subcontractor

10/13/2026

Tax issues don't wait for a tax matter. They can surface in corporate deals, real estate, trusts and estates, employment disputes, and commercial litigation, and spotting them early can save your clients from costly mistakes. Join FRB Vice Managing Partner Matthew Rappaport for the ParkBridge Wealth Management webinar "Tax Issue Spotting for Non-Tax Lawyers" on Thursday, October 22, at 8:30 AM ET. Explore the common red flags to watch for, when to bring in tax counsel, and how early issue spotting can lead to better outcomes for your clients.

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o Date: Thursday, October 22nd 2026 @ 8:30am (30 minute program) o Host: Jonathan I. Shenkman, AIF®, President & CIO, ParkBridge Wealth Management o Speaker: Matthew E. Rappaport, Esq., Vice Managing Partner, Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP o Webinar Description: Tax issues can arise in virtually an...

10/08/2026

We were proud to continue our support of the Walk to End Alzheimer's in East Meadow, NY, this weekend.

The event brought the Long Island community together for individuals and families affected by Alzheimer's disease and raised more than $420,000 for care, research, and advocacy. We are grateful to sponsor this important event and to support the work being done to make a difference for families in our community.

Thank you to the Alzheimer's Association Long Island Chapter and everyone who came out to walk, volunteer, and donate.

10/08/2026

Before signing a physician employment contract, take a closer look at what it says about outside activities, compensation, and non-compete restrictions.

In their latest article, Christopher Williams and Elizabeth Schlissel explain three provisions that can have lasting effects on a physician’s career and what to consider before signing. Read the full article:

By: Christopher Williams and Elizabeth Schlissel You spent over a decade training to practice medicine. You should not sign away your career in an

10/07/2026

FRB Partner James M. Black II recently spoke in Warsaw, Poland, at an international conference commemorating the 40th anniversary of Poland’s Constitutional Tribunal. He participated in the panel “The Natural-Law Foundations of the Constitutional Order,” where he presented “The Lamp That Never Dims: Natural Law – the Foundation of the Rule of Law and Constitutional Orders of the 21st Century.” His remarks explored the enduring influence of natural law on constitutional government, the rule of law and the protection of individual rights.

Read more about Jim’s participation and his remarks: https://frblaw.com/james-m-black-ii-speaks-at-conference-commemorating-40th-anniversary-of-polands-constitutional-tribunal/

10/07/2026

Strong governance is shaping the way organizations use AI for lasting impact. On today’s episode of Moral Machine, Brandon Hogstad of Morpheos Innovation joins Christopher Warren to discuss practical AI adoption, building effective policies, and what it takes to empower teams with artificial intelligence. Watch the full conversation now: https://youtu.be/NxIotnS15ac