Brach Eichler Talks | Law & Legal Insights from Lawyers

Governor Sherrill Signs Executive Order to Extend Flexibilities for Certain Health Care Professionals Until April 2, 2026

In this episode, Brach Eichler attorneys discuss New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill’s Executive Order No. 13, which extends certain temporary healthcare practice flexibilities until April 2, 2026. The episode explains what the extension means for Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs), Physician Assistants (PAs), and providers practicing under temporary or foreign licenses, and highlights the steps healthcare providers and facilities should take now to prepare for the compliance deadline.
The discussion also covers the possible impact of Senate Bill 2996, which could expand the scope of practice for certain experienced APNs in New Jersey.
Featuring insights from John D. Fanburg, Carol Grelecki, Edward Hilzenrath, and Rebecca T. Falk of Brach Eichler’s Healthcare Law Practice. For more information or to contact our Healthcare Practice, visit  https://www.bracheichler.com/practices/health-law/
📲 Read the entire alert now: https://www.bracheichler.com/insights/governor-sherrill-signs-executive-order-to-extend-flexibilities-for-certain-health-care-professionals-until-april-2-2026/
*This is intended to provide general information, not legal advice. Please contact the authors if you need specific legal advice.

HIPAA Enforcement Agency Announces “Landmark Enforcement Program” for SUD Treatment Records – Take Action Now

In this episode of the Brach Eichler Talks podcast, we discuss a new enforcement initiative from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights focused on the confidentiality of substance use disorder treatment records under 42 CFR Part 2.
Healthcare providers may face added compliance obligations when SUD treatment records are received, maintained, used, or disclosed alongside HIPAA-protected information. We cover what OCR’s new enforcement program means, how investigations may be triggered, and the practical steps providers should take now to review policies, identify impacted records, update notices, and train staff.
If your organization needs guidance on HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, privacy policies, breach response, or Notice of Privacy Practices updates, contact Lani M. Dornfeld, Esq., CHPC at ldornfeld@bracheichler.com or 973.403.3136.
📲 Read the full alert now: https://www.bracheichler.com/insights/hipaa-enforcement-agency-announces-landmark-enforcement-program-for-sud-treatment-records-take-action-now/
*This is intended to provide general information, not legal advice. Please contact the authors if you need specific legal advice.

NOW is the Time to Consider a Commercial Property Tax Appeal!

In this episode of the Brach Eichler Talks Podcast, we discuss why now may be the right time for commercial property owners and net lease tenants to consider a 2026 New Jersey commercial property tax appeal.
We cover the upcoming New Jersey tax appeal deadlines, how shifts in assessed-to-market value ratios may create opportunities to reduce real estate taxes, and why properties located in revaluation or reassessment towns may warrant a closer look. We also explain Brach Eichler’s no-cost, no-obligation review process and available fee arrangements.
📲 Click here to view the 2026 New Jersey Revaluations/Reassessments List by County: https://www.bracheichler.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Brach-Eichler-Real-Estate-Tax-Appeals-2026-New-Jersey-Revaluations-and-Reassessments-By-County.pdf
📲 Read the full alert now at https://www.bracheichler.com/insights/now-is-the-time-to-consider-a-commercial-property-tax-appeal-2026/
 
For an immediate review of your tax assessment, or if you receive a municipal complaint seeking to increase your tax assessment, contact:
- Daniel J. Pollak, Esq., Member and Chair, Real Estate Tax Appeals Practice at https://www.bracheichler.com/professionals/daniel-pollak/
- Michael A. Rienzi, Esq., Counsel, Real Estate Tax Appeals Practice at https://www.bracheichler.com/professionals/michael-a-rienzi/
 
*This is intended to provide general information, not legal advice. Please contact the authors if you need specific legal advice.

Waivers for Telemedicine Prescribing of Controlled Substances Expire

In this episode of the Brach Eichler Talks podcast, we discuss Brach Eichler’s March 2026 Healthcare Law Update article, “Waivers for Telemedicine Prescribing of Controlled Substances Expire.” Effective February 16, 2026, New Jersey licensed providers must conduct an in-person physical examination before prescribing Schedule II controlled dangerous substances, subject to limited exceptions. We cover the impact of the expiration of COVID-19-era waivers, the ongoing requirements for telemedicine prescribing, and the exception that applies to certain stimulant prescriptions for minors under 18.
For more information, contact:
- Caroline J. Patterson | https://www.bracheichler.com/professionals/caroline-j-patterson/
- Edward J. Yun | https://www.bracheichler.com/professionals/edward-j-yun/
- Andrew M. Kuder | https://www.bracheichler.com/professionals/andrew-m-kuder/
Visit BrachEichler.com for more legal insights and resources.
*This is intended to provide general information, not legal advice. Please contact the authors if you need specific legal advice.

AI Risks: Court Holds Attorney Client Privilege Waived By Client’s Use of AI App

In this episode of the Brach Eichler Talks Podcast, we discuss the February 2026 legal alert, “AI Risks: Court Holds Attorney-Client Privilege Waived By Client’s Use of AI App.” We cover a recent federal court decision in United States v. Heppner and what it means for organizations and individuals using generative AI tools to assist with legal or business matters.
The episode explores how entering confidential or sensitive information into publicly accessible AI platforms may put attorney-client privilege at risk, why this decision is an important warning for employers and businesses, and what steps organizations should take now to strengthen AI governance and workplace compliance.
📲 Read the full alert now at https://www.bracheichler.com/insights/ai-risks-court-holds-attorney-client-privilege-waived-by-clients-use-of-ai-app/
For questions about AI governance, workplace compliance, or developing an AI use policy tailored to your organization, contact:- Lani M. Dornfeld, Esq., CHPC – https://www.bracheichler.com/professionals/lani-m-dornfeld/- Jay Sabin, Esq. – https://www.bracheichler.com/professionals/jay-sabin/
Visit BrachEichler.com for more legal insights and resources.
*This is intended to provide general information, not legal advice. Please contact the authors if you need specific legal advice.

Covid-19 Waivers for Advanced Practice Nurses and Physician Assistants Set to Expire

In this episode of the Brach Eichler Talks Podcast, we discuss the March 2026 Healthcare Law Update article, “COVID-19 Waivers for Advanced Practice Nurses and Physician Assistants Set to Expire,” and what the April 2, 2026 compliance deadline means for healthcare providers in New Jersey.
We cover the expiration of temporary waivers for advanced practice nurses (APNs) and physician assistants (PAs), including the return of requirements related to joint protocols, delegation agreements, physician supervision, prescriptive authority, and full New Jersey licensure. We also discuss Senate Bill 2996 and its potential impact on APN scope of practice in New Jersey.
📲 Read the entire March 2026 Healthcare Law Update now: https://www.bracheichler.com/healthcare-law-update-march-2026/
For more information, contact:John D. Fanburg | 973.364.5201 | jfanburg@bracheichler.comCarol Grelecki | 973.403.3140 | cgrelecki@bracheichler.comEdward Hilzenrath, HLU Editor | 973.403.3114 | ehilzenrath@bracheichler.comRebecca T. Falk | 973.364.8393 | rfalk@bracheichler.com
*This is intended to provide general information, not legal advice. Please contact the authors if you need specific legal advice.

NJ Businesses Must Now Report All Employment Separations

NJ Businesses Must Now Report All Employment Separations
All New Jersey employers, regardless of size, are now required to report employee separations through the New Jersey Department of Labor’s online Employer Response Portal. In this episode of Brach Eichler Talks, we break down what this new requirement means, key deadlines to know, and the potential penalties for noncompliance.
We cover:
Who must report employment separations
What information must be submitted
How soon employers must act
How this requirement fits alongside Form BC-10 obligations
Compliance risks and best practices for employers
Employers should ensure internal termination procedures are updated and that HR and legal teams understand how to properly document separation reasons—especially in involuntary terminations.
🔗 Important Links Referenced in This Episode:Employer Response Portal:https://www.nj.gov/labor/ea/employer-services/register-update/employeraccess.shtml
Form BC-10 (Unemployment Instructions):https://www.nj.gov/labor/forms_pdfs/ui/BC10.pdf
📲 Read the full alert here: https://www.bracheichler.com/insights/nj-businesses-must-now-report-all-employment-separations/
For guidance on compliance and risk mitigation, contact Brach Eichler’s Labor & Employment attorneys:
Jay Sabin, Esq. – 917.596.8987 | jsabin@bracheichler.com | https://www.bracheichler.com/professionals/jay-sabin/
Sarah A. Gober, Esq. – 973.364.8375 | sgober@bracheichler.com | https://www.bracheichler.com/professionals/sarah-a-gober/
*This is meant to provide general information, not legal advice. Please contact the authors if you need specific legal advice.

COVID-19 State of Emergency Ends – APNs and Other Healthcare Providers Impacted

New Jersey’s COVID-19 State of Emergency officially ends on February 16, 2026, bringing major regulatory changes for advanced practice nurses (APNs), physician assistants (PAs), and healthcare providers statewide. In this episode, Brach Eichler’s Healthcare Law team breaks down Executive Order No. 415, what flexibilities are expiring, and how providers should prepare for renewed compliance requirements.
We also discuss Senate Bill 2996, proposed legislation that could significantly expand independent practice authority for certain experienced APNs, and what it may mean for healthcare facilities, supervision models, and patient care.
This episode is essential listening for healthcare administrators, compliance officers, APNs, PAs, physicians, and healthcare organizations operating in New Jersey.
📲 Read the full alert now: https://www.bracheichler.com/insights/covid-19-state-of-emergency-ends-apns-and-other-healthcare-providers-impacted/
If you have questions or require additional information, please contact
John D. Fanburg, Esq., Managing Member and Chair, Healthcare Law, jfanburg@bracheichler.com, 973.403.3107
Edward Hilzenrath, Esq., Member, Healthcare Law, ehilzenrath@bracheichler.com, 973.403.3114
Rebecca T. Falk, Esq., Associate, Healthcare Law, rfalk@bracheichler.com, 973.364.8393
*This is intended to provide general information, not legal advice. Please contact the authors if you need specific advice.
Episode Markers / Timestamps
00:00 – Overview: End of NJ COVID-19 State of Emergency02:15 – Executive Order No. 415: What officially changes05:10 – APNs: Return to joint protocol and prescriptive authority requirements08:40 – Physician Assistants: Supervision and delegation agreements reinstated11:20 – Temporary and out-of-state licenses: Transition requirements13:45 – Senate Bill 2996 explained: Expanded APN scope of practice17:30 – What healthcare facilities should do now to ensure compliance20:10 – Key takeaways and next steps for NJ healthcare providers