Attorney Profiles

Represented a company in a matter that involved the patentability of software and business methods, resulting in an extension of patent protection to industries and technologies not previously covered.

Represented 53 area hospitals and other medical care providers in a litigation matter and recovered over $40 million on the providers' behalf. This was the first insolvency of a major HMO in America.

Represented American Financial Services Association, challenging lead ordinances attempting to regulate subprime lending market in Philadelphia. Represented on a national level against similar challenges in Ohio, Georgia, and California.  Also successfully guided clients, AFSA and Maryland mortgage brokers to obtaining a permanent injunction to prevent the enforcement of a Montgomery County, Maryland lending bill.

Represented Independence Blue Cross in a series of class actions brought by members and beneficiaries of ERISA plans. The class actions claims involved the calculation of the family deductible, the negotiation of discounts regarding co-insurance, coverage for Viagra, subrogation rights, and Medicare supplemental benefits.

Represented plaintiffs in the squeeze-out of a minority shareholder, and successfully obtained a nine-figure settlement.

Served as mediator in complex intellectual property and contract disputes.