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Headlines highlight continuing problem of neglect
Headlines highlight continuing problem of neglect 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

Some of my friends think I am on some kind of crusade, that I have taken on medical malpractice and nursing home neglect cases as a cause.  Maybe I have, but it’s with good reason.  If you doubt that, take a look at these two recent reports: From The Roanoke Times:…

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State v. Federal Trade Secret Laws (Virginia Trade Secret Act, Uniform Trade Secret Act and Defend Trade Secret Act)
State v. Federal Trade Secret Laws (Virginia Trade Secret Act, Uniform Trade Secret Act and Defend Trade Secret Act) 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

For years I have advised Virginia employees to calm down when it comes down to Trade Secret issues. Well, I hope I haven’t been that passive aggressive in my advice. My intent has always been to provide employees with a simplified understanding of what their legal rights and obligations are regarding…

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What could go wrong – orthopedic surgery in Virginia
What could go wrong – orthopedic surgery in Virginia 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

With over 5 million orthopedic surgeries in the United States each year and Americans getting older thanks to advances in modern medicine, it is important to know what should happen after an orthopedic surgery, and where mistakes are often made.  Likely, if you or a loved one needs an orthopedic…

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What do you mean I don’t have a case?
What do you mean I don’t have a case? 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

When people call us, they are generally emotional and hurt about what has happened to them.  That makes saying “no” one of the hardest things about my job, even when it is the right answer.   A “no” in this case generally comes in the form of recommending against pursuing a…

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Even blood tests/donations have complications
Even blood tests/donations have complications 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

I gave blood yesterday at a local Red Cross Blood Drive co-sponsored by my church. When they asked what arm I wanted the blood drawn from – I quickly said LEFT. My non-dominant arm. The phlebotomist was a very nice man, kind of jumpy, a little nervous – but nice and good at…

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Regulations and Virginia Nursing Homes
Regulations and Virginia Nursing Homes 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

I visit nursing homes with some frequency. When I walked into one two weeks ago, I noticed the fake flowers in the entry way. I notice the clean carpet and residents sitting in wheelchairs near the front windows. I didn’t see, and didn’t expect to see a copy of the…

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Ahh, the emails tell the story
Ahh, the emails tell the story 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

Today most major newspapers have headlines regarding the President’s son and his email exchange with a British tabloid journalist, arranging a meeting with a Kremlin connected attorney from Russia. Yes, it sounds like a soap opera – but I truly don’t care about the content or context of the emails (well,…

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Does your pot smoking matter in your medical malpractice case?
Does your pot smoking matter in your medical malpractice case? 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

Recently I have had a number of clients call about medical malpractice cases add the following caveat: “Does my occasional pot smoking hurt my medical malpractice case?”And up until last week I would say: “I don’t think so. We can likely file a motion in limine to keep that out…

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HR 1215 – and why congress hopes you miss it!
HR 1215 – and why congress hopes you miss it! 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

So I couldn’t help myself – I tried once again to tell the tale of why Congress hopes you won’t pay attention to what they are voting on. Enjoy my 20 minute discussion on HR1215 here and why I fear for profit healthcare and pharmaceutical lobby wants this Bill, and why…

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What Amazon employees and print journalists have in common – egregious non-compete agreements – Business Litigation Podcast
What Amazon employees and print journalists have in common – egregious non-compete agreements – Business Litigation Podcast 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

https://frithlawfirm.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/geek-wire-podcast.wmaGood morning from Virginia – where non-competes flourish to the detriment to employees, competition and capitalism. (Fun statement to type, one I believe but is rather controversial). If you would like to spend a few minutes hearing my comments on non-competes in Virginia, and the likelihood of change soon – enjoy…

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