The attorneys at Lawrence, Worden, Rainis & Bard, PC represent licensed healthcare professionals in disciplinary proceedings involving allegations of professional misconduct with potential professional licensure ramifications.
Our defense team includes Karen J. Halpern a nurse attorney with extensive experience in representing doctors, nurses, dentists, chiropractors, pharmacists, physical therapists and other licensed healthcare professionals in disciplinary cases pending in the New York State Education Department Office of Professional Discipline and Office of Professional Medical Conduct. Ms. Halpern has over twenty years experience in handling these types of disciplinary matters and has lectured extensively on this topic on a national basis.
Our experience has shown that most cases receive superior results when the healthcare professional seeks legal representation at the inception of a disciplinary investigation rather than waiting to consult with counsel after formal charges are brought. We have the knowledge and expertise to guide our clients through the disciplinary process to achieve maximal results in a timely and cost effective manner. Our staff is knowledgeable about the various professional liability policies that often provide insurance coverage for these types of disciplinary proceedings. We gladly assist our clients by reviewing their policies and help them maximize access to all available insurance coverage for these disciplinary claims.
