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In this episode of Brach Eichler Talks, we dive into the privacy implications of your wearable technology. New Jersey Senate Bill No. 4065 aims to curb the unauthorized sale of sensitive health data collected by smartwatches, fitness trackers, and other devices, shifting the power back to the consumer. We break down what this proposed legislation means for your personal privacy and the future of h...

In this episode, we break down the Federal Trade Commission's latest move to reshape the healthcare landscape: the formation of a new, centralized Healthcare Task Force. We examine how this task force, working in tandem with the DOJ and HHS, aims to sharpen oversight on competition, affordability, and consumer protection. Tune in to understand what this heightened scrutiny means for healthcare tra...

In this episode, we break down the Medicare Advantage Improvement Act of 2026 (H.R. 8375/S. 4384) and what its proposed reforms mean for the healthcare industry. As bipartisan pressure mounts to address concerns over prior authorization delays and retroactive payment denials, our panel examines how this bill aims to standardize utilization management and increase transparency in Medicare Advantage...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Beyond the Brief with Keith J. Roberts, a new series on the Brach Eichler Talks podcast. In this first episode, Keith tackles the rapidly emerging issues surrounding the use of artificial intelligence in litigation. Analyzing two recent decisions (Morgan v. v2x Inc. and Jefferies v. Har Cross Chemicals), the discussion breaks down how courts are navigating prote...

Join the attorneys at Brach Eichler Counselors at Law as we analyze critical developments in the healthcare sector. In this episode, we unpack the recent sentencing of a New Jersey pharmacy owner involved in a $2.5 million Medicare fraud scheme. We examine the mechanics of the fraud, the legal consequences for the defendant, and the broader implications for compliance within the industry. Stay inf...

Are you looking to enter the cannabis industry in New Jersey but unsure where to start? Welcome to Part 1 of our 4-part series diving into the evolving landscape of New Jersey cannabis laws. In this first episode, we break down the essential rules for selling and operating a cannabis business in the Garden State. Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or exploring the market for the first time, w...

Welcome to the Brach Eichler Talks podcast, where we explore and discuss today's trending legal topics. In this vital episode for healthcare administrators and providers, we break down the recent healthcare law alert regarding new Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) accessibility requirements. On July 8, 2024, the HHS implemented new accessibility mandates for medical diagnostic equipmen...

In this episode, we break down the recent move by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to implement a temporary, nationwide moratorium on new Medicare enrollments for certain durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS) suppliers. Tune in as we discuss the details of the six-month freeze that went into effect on February 27, 2026. We cover why existing...

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 Health...

In this episode of Brach Eichler Talks, we break down the recent New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) memo detailing documentation production obligations for licensed healthcare facilities. Are your facility's internal reports protected under the PSQIA, or are they subject to state disclosure? We clarify the critical differences between privileged patient safety work product and mandatory regul...

Think your non-compete agreements are safe because the federal ban didn't pass? Think again. In this episode, we break down a major shift in how the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is handling non-competes. While the "one-size-fits-all" ban may have stalled, the FTC has moved to a high-scrutiny, case-by-case approach. We take a close look at the recent proposed order against Rollins, Inc., and why...

In this episode of Brach Eichler Talks, we discuss key healthcare reforms enacted as part of the 2026 Consolidated Appropriations Act, including the two-year extension of Medicare telehealth flexibilities through December 31, 2027, and new federal oversight requirements for pharmacy benefit managers. The episode highlights what healthcare providers and organizations should know about continued tel...

Stay ahead of New Jersey’s latest healthcare compliance changes in this episode of Brach Eichler Talks. We break down the new observer training and qualification requirements taking effect April 18, 2026, under the New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners’ amended observer regulation. This episode explains what healthcare providers, practices, and licensees need to know about CP-2 training requiremen...

In this episode, Brach Eichler attorneys discuss an important IRS reminder for Subchapter S corporations and what business owners, especially those in the healthcare field, should know about salary and payroll tax requirements. The conversation covers the IRS CP261 Notice, the requirement to pay shareholder-employees “reasonable compensation,” and the risks of underpaying salary in favor of distri...

In this episode of the Brach Eichler Talks Podcast, Brach Eichler healthcare attorneys discuss New Jersey’s new law granting independent practice authority to certain advanced practice nurses. The conversation covers who qualifies, the 5,000-hour requirement, prescribing authority, the grace period for eligible APNs, and what the law means for healthcare providers across the state. 📲 Read the ful...

In this episode of the Brach Eichler Talks podcast, we discuss a critical compliance deadline for healthcare providers: the February 16, 2026 requirement to update Notices of Privacy Practices to address protections for substance use disorder treatment records under 42 CFR Part 2. We break down what parts of the federal rule remain enforceable, when non-SUD providers may still be subject to Part 2...

New Jersey’s environmental remediation rules have changed. In this episode of the Brach Eichler Talks Podcast, we discuss recent NJDEP amendments to N.J.A.C. 7:26B, 7:26C, 7:26E, and 7:26F, including the creation of the new Indoor Air Notification Area (IANA) and important updates to the Remedial Action Permit (RAP) process. We break down what these changes mean for property owners, developers, en...

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 healt...

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 alo...

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 revalua...

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 cov...

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...

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...

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...

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 require...