Brach Eichler LLC

06/02/2026

We’re so excited to welcome Brooke A. Taylor to the Brach Eichler team! Brooke is joining our Litigation department as an Associate.

She has a background handling complex commercial and healthcare disputes, and she brings some really valuable perspective from her time clerking at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the New Jersey Superior Court. On top of her daily practice, we love that she dedicates her time to pro bono work with the Rachel Coalition.

We're incredibly lucky to have her on board. Welcome to the firm, Brooke!

You can read more about Brooke's background here: https://www.bracheichler.com/professionals/brooke-a-taylor/

06/02/2026

📢 Brach Eichler’s June 2026 Healthcare Law Update is out now! The healthcare landscape is evolving rapidly with critical regulatory shifts, incoming compliance deadlines, and new bipartisan legislation. Our latest issue delivers the essential insights you need to stay ahead and protect your practice.

🔗 Read the full newsletter now: https://www.bracheichler.com/healthcare-law-update-june-2026/

Here is a look at what we cover this month:
- State Update: The fast-approaching July 8 compliance deadline for accessible medical diagnostic equipment (MDE).
- Criminal Enforcement: A New Jersey pharmacy owner was sentenced to federal prison for a $2.5 million Medicare fraud scheme.
- State Legislation: The implementation of the Medical Aid in Dying Act in New York State.
- Federal Update: How newly finalized federal student loan caps could impact the healthcare workforce pipeline.
- Medicare Advantage: A new bipartisan bill targeting extensive prior authorization and retroactive payment denials.
- Behavioral Health: Federal legislation seeking to permanently authorize and expand Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics nationwide.
- Federal Oversight: The FTC’s launch of a specialized Healthcare Task Force to strengthen industry competition and consumer protection.
- Regulatory Compliance: A favorable OIG advisory opinion regarding a hearing center's space and equipment sublease arrangements.
- Legislative Updates: New Jersey Senate bills targeting wearable fitness tracker data sales, restricting generative AI from pretending to practice a licensed profession, and payment protections for out-of-network labs.
- HIPAA Corner: The restructuring of the HHS Office for Civil Rights into three distinct enforcement divisions.
- Attorney Spotlight: Get to know Member and Healthcare Law Vice Chair Caroline J. Patterson, and Counsel Cynthia J. Liba.

Don't miss the complete analysis of these critical updates.



*This is intended to provide general information, not legal advice. Please contact the authors if you need specific legal advice.

06/01/2026

On Tuesday, June 2, join Brach Eichler’s Hon. Lisa F. Chrystal, P.J.F.P. (Ret.), alongside an esteemed panel for the online NJICLE program, "Navigating the UCCJEA: Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement in Action."

Judge Chrystal will be presenting with Nirmalan Nagulendran, Esq., David R. Tawil, Esq., and Bari Weinberger, Esq., in a session moderated by LaDonna Cousins, Esq. Together, they will share practical strategies for handling complex interstate custody disputes, from establishing home-state jurisdiction to managing emergency orders and international complications.

Don't miss this opportunity to master the UCCJEA and earn up to 2.4 NJ CLE credits from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

📲 Secure your spot here: https://njsba.com/event/navigating-the-uccjea-child-custody-jurisdiction-and-enforcement-in-action/



*This is an informational session only and not intended to create an attorney-client relationship with the attendees.

Elevate your practice and master the Uniform Child-Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) in New Jersey. This program delivers a clear roadmap for handling interstate custody disputes: from establishing home-state jurisdiction to navigating significant-connection claims, inconvenient-foru...

06/01/2026

We’re so proud to be a "Longest Drive / Straightest Drive / Closest to the pin" sponsor for The French American Academy’s 5th Annual Golf Outing & Fundraiser! 🏌️‍♂️

It’s always a great day when we can hit the greens for a good cause. All the proceeds from the event at the beautiful Knickerbocker Country Club go directly toward remodeling classrooms and bringing brand-new smartboards to FAA’s elementary students.

⛳ Want to learn more about the outing or make a donation to support the kids? Click here: https://secure.givelively.org/event/french-academy-of-bergen-county-inc/faa-annual-fund-campaign-2025-2026/golf-outing-and-fundraiser-2026-french-american-academy

06/01/2026

We recently had the pleasure of acting as healthcare and regulatory counsel to Simon Eye Holdings, LLC, during their new strategic investment partnership with Brightstar Capital Partners.

Simon Eye does fantastic work providing comprehensive eye care across the Mid-Atlantic. This new partnership is going to be a wonderful catalyst for them, helping expand their reach so even more communities have access to high-quality, patient-focused care.

Caroline J. Patterson, Vice Chair of our Healthcare Law practice, summed up the experience perfectly:
"We were proud to support Simon Eye in this important transaction. Simon Eye has built a strong reputation for patient-focused eye care, and this transaction positions the organization for continued success and growth. Our role as healthcare and regulatory counsel reflects Brach Eichler’s deep experience advising health care providers and physician-led platforms on sophisticated transactional and regulatory matters."

Congratulations to the dedicated Brach Eichler team who helped bring this across the finish line: Caroline J. Patterson, Erika Marshall, and Rebecca Falk. Outstanding work, everyone! 👏

🔗 Read all the details here: https://www.bracheichler.com/insights/brach-eichler-serves-as-healthcare-and-regulatory-counsel-to-simon-eye-holdings-llc-in-its-strategic-investment-with-brightstar-capital-partners/



*Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances.

05/29/2026

Meet Maxwell “Max” Dandrea, a 2026 Brach Eichler Summer Associate working with our Litigation and Healthcare teams.

This summer, Maxwell will gain hands-on experience, connect with attorneys and professionals, and learn more about the day-to-day practice of law at Brach Eichler.

“Complex litigation is like putting a puzzle together upside down," Maxwell notes. Drawn to healthcare law after watching his father grow a chiropractic practice into a registered Ambulatory Care Facility, he understands firsthand the impact of proper legal ex*****on on a growing business.

Outside the office, you can find Maxwell reading (he’s already finished 74 books this year!), surfing, snowboarding, playing tennis, or hiking with his dog. He is also a die-hard fan of the New York Giants and Yankees.

Please join us in welcoming Maxwell!

To learn more about employment opportunities at Brach Eichler, visit https://www.bracheichler.com/careers/

05/28/2026

Congratulations to Rose Suriano, Esq., on receiving the Leadership Recognition Award at Citrin Cooperman’s Women at the Wheel NJ event! We are thrilled to celebrate this milestone and her ongoing commitment to excellence in the legal profession. A special congratulations as well to the fellow honorees, Adenah Bayoh and Jessica Gasser, who were recognized for their outstanding leadership and contributions.

📲 Details on the event: https://www.citrincooperman.com/Focused-Programs/Women-at-the-Wheel

Learn more about Rose: https://www.bracheichler.com/professionals/rosaria-a-suriano/



*No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. For honors and awards methodology, visit https://www.bracheichler.com/awards-and-honors-methodology/

05/28/2026

AI is moving so fast right now, and the legal side is having to shift quickly to keep up. Our very own Jonathan Bick sat down with New Jersey Business Magazine to talk about what happens when AI-generated work crosses the line into copyright infringement, and who actually takes the fall, since you can't exactly take an AI to court.

📲 It's a really interesting read for anyone trying to navigate AI in their daily business operations. Check out his feature starting on page 44: https://editions.mydigitalpublication.com/publication/?i=864589&p=44&view=issueViewer

For more information or to connect with Jonathan, visit https://www.bracheichler.com/professionals/jonathan-d-bick/



*This is intended to provide general information, not legal advice. Please contact Jonathan if you need specific legal advice.

New Jersey Business Magazine's June edition marks its 35th annual Innovative State Issue. This special edition presents feature stories exploring how the state's top industries are leading the charge on innovation and staying on the cutting edge of the technology of tomorrow. This issue also feature...

05/27/2026

We are incredibly proud to be a VIP Sponsor for tonight's Jewish Family Service of MetroWest New Jersey (JFS) Annual Gala in Florham Park!

JFS provides critical mental health resources, emergency shelter, and compassionate social services to the greater community. Through our VIP sponsorship, Brach Eichler is directly subsidizing vital support groups for children, teens, adults, and seniors.

We strongly believe in their mission of "Supporting today. Strengthening tomorrow." While ticket sales are officially closed, you can still support their incredible work, read about tonight's award recipients, and help JFS reach their $350,000 fundraising goal.

Learn more and support the community here: https://www.jfsmetrowest.org/gala26/

JFS ANNUAL GALA

05/27/2026

In this episode, we dive into a major legislative update impacting New Jersey’s healthcare landscape: Governor Mikie Sherrill's signing of P.L.2026, c.6. This new law permanently grants independent practice authority to certain Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) in primary and behavioral health care, eliminating the need for joint protocols with collaborating physicians.

Join the Brach Eichler Healthcare Law team as we break down the specifics of the legislation and what it means for practitioners across the state.

Topics covered in this episode include:
- The 5,000-Hour Rule: Understanding the active practice requirement for APNs to prescribe medications (including medical cannabis) independently.
- Permitted Practice Areas: A look at the authorized population focuses on areas such as family, pediatrics, and behavioral health, and which services (like general obstetrics and cosmetic procedures) are excluded.
- The Grace Period: Crucial timeline details for APNs who currently have fewer than 5,000 hours and how to maintain compliance while reaching the threshold.

Whether you are an APN, a collaborating physician, or a healthcare facility administrator, this episode provides the essential regulatory insights you need to navigate these new prescribing rules.

Read the full May 2026 Healthcare Law Update here: https://www.bracheichler.com/healthcare-law-update-may-2026/

Contact Our Healthcare Law Team:
John D. Fanburg: [email protected] | 973.364.5201
Edward Hilzenrath: [email protected] | 973.403.3114
Vanessa Coleman: [email protected] | 973.364.5208

*This is intended to provide general information, not legal advice. Please contact the authors if you need specific advice.