August 2010
amednews.com | J. Ryan Williams
On August 23, 2010, in an article titled "EMR courtship: Hospitals wooing doctors to stay afloat," posted on-line in the health care publication, amednews.com, J. Ryan Williams cautioned physicians to implement their own "meaningful use" plans before they agree to affiliate their practices with a hospital system.
TLNT | Morris L. Hawk
In his article, "Ohio Supreme Court: Employers Are Not Required to Grant Maternity Leave," posted on-line in the HR publication, TLNT, Morris L. Hawk discussed the Court's recent decision and its impact upon employers in the case of McFee v. Nursing Care Mgt. of Am., Inc.
The Tax Adviser | John E. Schiller
In the August 2010 issue of The Tax Adviser, John E. Schiller discussed the potentially sensitive issue of trustee compensation in his article, "Trustee Compensation: Proceed with Caution."
July 2010
TLNT | William R. Hanna
In an online article published by TLNT, titled "ENDA is Coming - and Employers Need to Start Thinking About it Now," Bill Hanna discussed the potential ramifications for employers should Congress pass the pending Employment Non-Discrimination Act.
June 2010
Ohio Manufacturers' Association | Michael D. Zaverton
In his article, "Hiding in Plain Sight," which appeared on the Ohio Manufacturers' Association's website on June 25, 2010, Michael Zaverton discussed the little-known "Ohio Molder's Lien" statute and its protections for businesses that manufacture goods for their customers by utilizing the customer's molds, tools and other equipment.
TLNT | Patricia F. Weisberg
In her article, "New Initiatives Mean More Employee Complaints, More Employer Burdens," which appeared in the new online publication, TLNT, Patricia F. Weisberg discussed several new programs initiated by the U.S. Department of Labor and commented upon their implications for employers.
IrishIllustrated.com | Rick Chryst
In an article posted on rivals.com on June 11, 2010, Notre Dame alumnus Rick Chryst discussed the topic of intercollegiate athletic conference expansion and realignment with Senior Editor Tim Prister of IrishIllustrated.com.
WKNR-850 AM Radio | Rick Chryst
In an interview on WKNR-850 AM radio, the ESPN affiliate in Cleveland, Rick Chryst discussed the rapidly-changing landscape of intercollegiate athletics, as several major conferences consider the possibility of expansion and realignment.
Managed Healthcare Executive | Michael J. Jordan
In the article, "Courts will examine PPACA's constitutionality," published in Managed Healthcare Executive, Michael J. Jordan discussed the nature of pending legal challenges to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA).
May/June 2010
Cities & Villages | Jon Greenberg, Heather R. Baldwin Vlasuk
In the May/June 2010 issue of Cities & Villages magazine, Jonathan D. Greenberg and Heather R. Baldwin Vlasuk advised municipalities on the benefits of using outside counsel to conduct investigations in cases of alleged wrongdoing by their officers or employees in their article, "When Public Officials Go Rogue: The Importance of Hiring Outside Counsel to Perform Investigations into Allegations of Employee or Officer Wrongdoing."
Commercial Investment Real Estate | John W. Waldeck, Jr.
In an article published in Commercial Investment Real Estate, titled “Equity Injection: Tax credit programs boost funding for qualified properties,” John W. Waldeck, Jr. described how existing governmental tax programs can spur commercial real estate construction.
May 2010
Workplace HR & Safety | Michael Schmeltzer
Michael Schmeltzer cautioned employers about terminating an injured employee under the auspices of a "no restrictions" policy in his article, "Understand the Pitfalls of Dismissing Injured Employees," which has been archived by Workplace HR & Safety in its "HR Email Report."
EContent | Amy S. Leopard
In the article, "Electronic Health Records Today," which appeared in the online publication, EContent Magazine, Amy S. Leopard spoke about the establishment of "common industry standards and definitions" as a means of maximizing the efficiency of regional Health Information Exchanges (HIEs).
April 2010
School Business Affairs | Christine T. Cossler
In an article entitled, "Privacy Concerns: The Effects of the Latest FERPA Changes," published in the April, 2010 issue of School Business Affairs magazine, Christine T. Cossler briefed educators on recent changes to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). School Business Affairs, published monthly, is the professional journal of the Association of School Business Officials International, based in Reston, Virginia.
Crain's Cleveland Business | Amy S. Leopard
In the article, "Health care providers plan for transition," which appeared in the April 12-18, 2010 issue of Crain's Cleveland Business, Amy S. Leopard discussed provisions of the new health care bill - in particular, the government's plans to better manage care and reduce Medicare costs in the coming years.
Crain's Cleveland Business | Carl J. Dyczek
In an article entitled, "Commercial loan delinquency issue lingers," which appeared in the April 12-18, 2010 issue of Crain's Cleveland Business, Carl J. Dyczek commented upon the causes for the recent dip in commercial loan delinquencies in northeast Ohio and upon the signs pointing toward a slight easing in the availability of bank credit for prospective borrowers.
Compliance Week | Mark S. Floyd
In the article, "Whistleblowers Gain Ground in Retaliation Suits," Mark Floyd addressed the likelihood of an increase in the filing of whistleblower lawsuits in the wake of two recent decisions in favor of plaintiffs, both of which were rendered by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. The article appeared in the online publication Compliance Week.
Workforce Management | Patricia F. Weisberg
In her article, "Wellness Programs: Legal Requirements and Risks," Patricia F. Weisberg addressed some of the challenges facing employers when deciding whether to implement "voluntary" wellness programs in the workplace.
March/April 2010
Crain's Cleveland Business | Amy S. Leopard
In a front-page article published in the March 29 - April 4, 2010 issue of Crain's Cleveland Business, Amy S. Leopard commented on the newly-enacted Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. In this article, entitled, "Uncertainty surrounds bill's passage," Amy discussed the new law's ramifications for companies offering employer-sponsored health care plans.
Northern Ohio Physician | Amy S. Leopard
"The Proposed Pathway for Achieving 'Meaningful Use' and EHR Stimulus Payments," by Amy Leopard. Published in the March/April 2010 edition of Northern Ohio Physician Magazine.
March 2010
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Journal | Amy S. Leopard
"Ten Things Lawyers Should Know about the New HITECH Act," by Amy Leopard. Published in the March 2010 edition of Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Journal.
Crain's Cleveland Business | Eric J. Johnson
In an article published in the March 1-7, 2010 issue of Crain's Cleveland Business, Eric J. Johnson advised employers to be consistent in their approach to "office pools." In the article entitled, "Consistent treatment easiest way to avoid pitfalls involved with office pools," published on the eve of the NCAA's "March Madness" college basketball tournament, Eric noted that many employers find it beneficial to sponsor such pools as a way of keeping a handle on them and, at the same time, fostering employee camaraderie.
Winter 2010
SideBar | Michael J. Jordan & John E. Schiller
"A Physician's Last Chance," by Michael J. Jordan and John E. Schiller. Published in the Winter 2010 issue of SideBar, a publication of the Federal Litigation Section of the Federal Bar Association.
January 2010
Legal Basics for Small Business | Charles R. Schaefer
Charles R. Schaefer addressed the impact of divorce on small businesses in the article entitled, “Divorce Victim: Family Business?,” which was featured in the Ohio State Bar Association's recent publication, Legal Basics for Small Business (2009 Edition), and which previously appeared in Fine Print, a Quarterly Publication of the Ohio State Bar Association, Issue 35, Spring 2008.
New Additions to the Firm
Walter & Haverfield is pleased to welcome Mark S. Floyd and Susan R. Hartung to the Firm's Labor and Employment Law Group.
Crain's Cleveland Business | John W. Waldeck, Jr.
John W. Waldeck, Jr. commented on the 2010 outlook for the local commercial real estate market in the article entitled, "Real Estate," which appeared in the "Economic Forecast" section of Crain's Cleveland Business on January 4, 2010.
December 2009
The Professional and Ethical Ramifications of State v Hoover | Jonathan D. Greenberg
On December 11, 2009, Jonathan D. Greenberg served on the faculty for a local seminar entitled, "State v. Hoover, a Codified Dilemma: Consent to a Warrantless Search or Face the Possibility of Criminal Penalty - The Professional and Ethical Ramifications of State v. Hoover." In his presentation, Jon addressed the ethical issues facing attorneys and OVI clients as a result of the Ohio Supreme Court's ruling of September 30, 2009.
Crain's Cleveland Business | Patricia F. Weisberg
Patricia F. Weisberg urges companies to develop contingency plans to avoid potential legal pitfalls involving employee illnesses in the December 7, 2009 Crain's Cleveland Business article, "Feeling the flu's effects."
Patricia F. Weisberg offers timely advice for companies hosting office holiday parties in the December 7, 2009 Crain's Cleveland Business segment, "The Interview."
November 2009
American Medicical News (amednews.com) | Amy S. Leopard
On November 23, 2009, in the on-line version of American Medical News, Amy S. Leopard addressed the issue of EMR-implementation subsidies for physicians in an article entitled, "Hospitals and EMRs: Stimulating a connection."
The Art of Representing a White Collar Client in a Criminal Case \ Jonathan D. Greenberg
On November 12, 2009, Jonathan D. Greenberg participated in the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association's multi-faceted program, "Back to Basics - Criminal Law." In his presentation, Jon spoke on the topic, "The Art of Representing a White Collar Client in a Criminal Case."
Cleveland Employment Inn of Court | Nancy A. Noall
In its November 2009 newsletter, the Cleveland Employment Inn of Court shone its "Member Spotlight" on Nancy A. Noall.
October 2009
Cleveland Jewish News | Gary A. Zwick
In the Cleveland Jewish News article entitled, "Life Insurance can be a vehicle for planned giving," Gary A. Zwick discussed the benefits of using life insurance policies when making planned gifts to charitable organizations.
September 2009
HR Compliance Law Bulletin | Eric J. Johnson
Eric J. Johnson advised employers to consider the adoption of policies governing children in the workplace in the article entitled, "Employer or babysitter? School closures prompt kids-at-work policies," published in the September 10, 2009 on-line issue of HR Compliance Law Bulletin.
The Plain Dealer | Amy S. Leopard
Amy S. Leopard was featured in the article, "Economic downturn still presents an upside for these area lawyers," which appeared in The Plain Dealer on Sunday, September 6, 2009; in this piece, Amy discussed her efforts to help her health care clients comply with the continuous regulatory changes impacting the health care industry.
The News Herald | Eric J. Johnson
In the September 6, 2009 issue of The News-Herald, Eric Johnson discussed the legal ramifications to be considered by school districts when deciding whether to use social networking tools in the article, "Popular social networking tools untapped by most area schools."
June 2009
Development | John W. Waldeck, Jr.
In the article, "Are Any Deals Getting Done?" printed in the Spring 2009 issue of Development magazine, John W. Waldeck, Jr. discussed the need for owners and developers to find creative solutions to their financing needs, in light of the conditions in today's commercial real estate market.
