Navigate 2025 HIPAA & Cures Act updates for lawyers. Master compliant record access, leverage new tech, and avoid costly penalties.
Recent updates to HIPAA and enforcement of the 21st Century Cures Act have significant implications for how attorneys obtain and use protected health information (PHI). As trial lawyers, understanding these changes is essential to protecting your clients’ rights and ensuring timely access to the medical records you need for your cases.
Key takeaways include:
Stay informed and compliant with the latest federal and state requirements impacting your daily practice.
The NYS Academy of Trial Lawyers is the largest statewide trial bar in the US with 5,700+ lawyer and judge members. We are committed to protecting, preserving and enhancing the civil justice system. Our highly acclaimed CLE programming features extraordinary presenters covering the most timely and important topics.
Founder of YoCierge
George is the CEO, Founder, and Chairman of the Board of YoCierge. Before starting YoCierge, he spent over 20 years advising law firms, insurance companies, and banks about technology both in the U.S. and Switzerland. A computer programmer by training, he has always been focused on how to apply the latest technologies to improve the efficiency of the business process. Prior to founding YoCierge, George started multiple technology companies in the hardware and software space, serving professional service providers. George holds an MBA from Oxford as well as multiple information security and HIPAA-related certifications. George lives in Wayne, PA with his wife and two daughters.
CEO and Founder of KSL Funding Group
Ken Litman is an attorney practicing in plaintiff’s personal injury law in New York for 29 years. He is currently practicing law at the Law Offices of Ken Litman. He is the President of The Nassau Lawyers Association as well as the Liaison to the President of The Network of Bar Leaders. Ken Litman is also the CEO and founder of KSL Funding Group – providing non-recourse legal funding to plaintiffs in need. Ken has been a member of the NYS Academy of Trial Lawyers since its inception in 2005. Ken graduated from Touro Law School, Arizona State University, and Roslyn High School. He is married with 2 sons and lives in Roslyn Heights, New York.
Professional development requirements vary by profession, country, and regulatory body. Before enrolling, review the course details and confirm that the content, learning format, and any listed credits meet your specific requirements. You are responsible for confirming eligibility with your regulator or professional association and keeping the records required for reporting.
