Article by Allison Duffie on Background Checks in the Healthcare Industry

Allison Duffie's article, Health Care Providers Should Conduct Extensive Background Checks, was featured in the Daily Business Review. The article focuses on managing the legal risks that arise when a health care provider hires employees or contracts with vendors or suppliers.

Joseph Zumpano Quoted in "Finalize Financial Arrangements" in the Wall Street Journal

The Wall Street Journal's, Going Global, supplement featured an article on issues facing U.S. companies involved in international transactions. ZP&W's Managing Shareholder, Joseph Zumpano, was quoted on the subject of managing financial risks when dealing with a foreign customer and stated that "Understanding the nature of the people on the other side and examining their creditworthiness ahead of time is essential." Mr. Zumpano went on to state that "We may recommend that our clients hire the appropriate professionals to assess personnel and financial elements prior to going ahead with a major transaction."

ZP&W Named a "Top Law Firm"

Zumpano Patricios & Winker was one of the firms featured in a series of articles on Prominent Law Firms in the 2011 South Florida Legal Guide. Additionally, Joseph Zumpano, Leon Patricios, David Winker, Grace Escalona, Arnold Shevin, Quiñon and David Garcia were named as Top Lawyers in their respective practice areas and Heather Stoessel was named an "Up and Comer." Maria Garcia's article, Payor Unilateralism in Managed Care Agreements: Physicians and Other Health Care Providers Beware, was also featured in the article.