Brach Eichler Talks | Law & Legal Insights from Lawyers

Privacy, Security and AI in the Workplace

In this episode, Brach Eichler’s Healthcare Law team breaks down one of the most urgent issues facing healthcare organizations today: the rising use of artificial intelligence in the workplace—and the serious privacy, security, and compliance risks that come with it.
Member Lani M. Dornfeld, Esq., CHPC, explores how generative AI tools handle data, why seemingly “de-identified” information may not be as safe as it appears, and what happens when workforce members rely on AI without proper governance.
Listeners will learn key steps healthcare organizations can take to protect PHI and confidential business information, including AI governance structures, vendor vetting, regulatory compliance initiatives, and ongoing monitoring practices.
Tune in for practical, actionable guidance on managing AI responsibly and maintaining compliance in an evolving digital landscape.
📞 If you would like a copy of our Compliance Checklist for Effective Management of AI in the Workplace or assistance with your organization’s privacy and security program, please contact: Lani M. Dornfeld, Esq., CHPC, at 973.403.3136 or ldornfeld@bracheichler.com.
*This is intended to provide general information, not legal advice. Please contact the authors if you need specific legal advice.

Employment Contracts: To Renew or Not to Renew? That is the question

As the year comes to a close, many employers focus on budgets, bonuses, and performance reviews, but one overlooked task can create major legal and financial risk: employment contract renewals. In this episode, based on the alert written by Anthony M. Rainone, Esq. and Katelyn A. Marquez, Esq., Brach Eichler’s Labor & Employment team breaks down why unclear or auto-renewing agreements can lead to unexpected multi-year commitments, disputes, or obligations that no longer fit your organization’s needs.
We’ll cover the key clauses every employer should review before year-end, how courts treat silent or expired agreements, and practical steps to avoid unwanted renewals in 2026.
📲 Read the alert now at https://www.bracheichler.com/insights/employment-contracts-to-renew-or-not-to-renew-that-is-the-question/
For questions about employment contracts or renewal issues, contact:📞 Anthony M. Rainone, Esq. – 973.364.8372 | arainone@bracheichler.com
*This is intended to provide general information, not legal advice. Please contact Anthony if you need specific legal advice.

New Jersey Audit Uncovers Conflicts of Interest in the Management of Public Health Insurance Funds

In this episode of Brach Eichler Talks, members of our Healthcare Law and Government Investigations practices discuss the New Jersey Office of the State Comptroller’s recent audit uncovering serious conflicts of interest in the management of public health insurance funds. Learn how one insurance firm allegedly influenced multimillion-dollar contracts, the state’s response, and what steps municipalities and school boards must take to ensure transparency and compliance moving forward.
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For more information, contact:Riza I. Dagli | 973.403.3103 | rdagli@bracheichler.comEdward J. Yun | 973.364.5229 | eyun@bracheichler.comCynthia J. Liba | 973.403.3106 | cliba@bracheichler.com
*This is intended to provide general information, not legal advice. Please contact the authors if you need specific legal advice.

Suing An Employee For Unauthorized Computer Access Reaches a Dead End Under Federal Law

In this episode, Brach Eichler Labor & Employment Member Jay Sabin breaks down a recent Third Circuit decision that limits the reach of the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) in workplace disputes. Learn why federal courts are drawing the line between hacking and employee misconduct, what this means for employers facing unauthorized access to company files, and how well-crafted policies can protect your business from internal data misuse.
For more information about how your organization can protect its computer systems and electronic files, please contact:
Jay Sabin, Esq., Member, Labor and Employment Practice at 917.596.8987 or jsabin@bracheichler.com
*This is intended to provide general information, not legal advice. Please contact the authors if you need specific advice.

Employee Rights Expanded Under the NJ Worker Freedom from Employer Intimidation Act

In this episode of Brach Eichler Talks, members of our Labor and Employment Practice discuss New Jersey’s newly amended Worker Freedom from Employer Intimidation Act, which expands employee protections against mandatory political or union-related meetings. Learn what employers need to know to stay compliant and how this change may impact workplace communications.
📲 Read the full alert at bracheichler.com/insights/employee-rights-expanded-under-the-nj-worker-freedom-from-employer-intimidation-act.
For more information on your organization’s obligations under the Worker Freedom from Employer Intimidation Act, please contact any member of the Firm’s Labor & Employment Practice Group:
Anthony M. Rainone, Esq., Member and Co-Chair, Labor and Employment Practice at 973.364.8372 or arainone@bracheichler.com
Matthew M. Collins, Esq., Member and Co-Chair, Labor and Employment Practice at 973.403.3151 or mcollins@bracheichler.com
Eric Magnelli, Esq., Member, Labor and Employment Practice at 973.403.3110 or emagnelli@bracheichler.com
Jay Sabin, Esq., Member, Labor and Employment Practice at 917.596.8987 or jsabin@bracheichler.com
Michael A. Spizzuco, Esq., Member, Labor and Employment Practice at 973.364.8342 or mspizzuco@bracheichler.com
*This is intended to provide general information, not legal advice. Please contact the authors if you need specific advice.

Refining Diversity Programs – Greater Federal Specificity

In this episode, Brach Eichler’s Labor & Employment team discusses the latest federal guidance on workplace diversity programs. With the July 2025 Bondi memo narrowing what practices may violate non-discrimination laws, employers face new compliance challenges around DEI initiatives, training, and hiring practices. Learn what this means for organizations, especially those receiving federal funds, and why reviewing your programs with legal counsel is critical. 
📲 Read the full alert now at https://www.bracheichler.com/insights/refining-diversity-programs-greater-federal-specificity/
For more information about your organization’s diversity initiatives’ compliance with anti-discrimination law, please contact: Jay Sabin, Member, Labor and Employment Practice at 917-596-8987 or jsabin@bracheichler.com
*This is intended to provide general information, not legal advice. Please contact the authors if you need specific advice.

New Jersey Department of Health Issues FAQ Guidance on Registered Surgical Practices

In this episode, Brach Eichler Healthcare Law attorneys John D. Fanburg and Jonathan J. Walzman break down the New Jersey Department of Health’s newly released FAQ guidance on Registered Surgical Practices. We cover what facility owners and physicians need to know about licensure deadlines, accreditation exemptions, physical plant requirements, inspection fees, and ownership approvals. Whether you’re currently operating a Registered Surgical Practice or planning to expand services, this discussion provides critical insight into compliance, financial obligations, and regulatory risks that can affect your practice in 2026 and beyond.
📲 Read the full alert now at https://www.bracheichler.com/insights/new-jersey-department-of-health-issues-faq-guidance-on-registered-surgical-practices/
If you have questions or require additional information, please contact:
John D. Fanburg, Esq., Member and Chair, Healthcare Law, jfanburg@bracheichler.com, 973.403.3107
Jonathan Walzman, Esq., Member, Healthcare Law, jwalzman@bracheichler.com, 973.403.3120
*This is intended to provide general information, not legal advice. Please contact the authors if you need specific advice.

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Key Tax Changes That May Impact Your Estate Plan

In this episode, we break down the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and the key tax changes that could significantly impact your estate plan. From estate and gift tax exclusions to adjustments in SALT deductions, charitable contribution limits, child tax credits, 529 accounts, QSBS, and new deductions for tips and overtime pay, our attorneys cover what you need to know to prepare for 2026 and beyond.
📲 Read the full alert now at https://www.bracheichler.com/insights/one-big-beautiful-bill-act-key-tax-changes-that-may-impact-your-estate-plan/
For more information or assistance, please contact:
Susan K. Dromsky-Reed, Esq., Member and Co-Chair, Trusts and Estates Practice — sdromsky-reed@bracheichler.com | 973-403-3146
Stuart M. Gladstone, Esq., Member and Co-Chair, Trusts and Estates Practice — sgladstone@bracheichler.com | 973-403-3109
David J. Ritter, Esq., Member and Chair, Tax Practice — dritter@bracheichler.com | 973-403-3117
*This is intended to provide general information, not legal advice. Please contact the authors if you need specific advice.