| What You Need to Know About New Genetic Laws:
Practical Applications, Interpretations & Critical Analysis
Cosponsored with Public Responsibility in Medicine & Research and Massachusetts Hospital Association
Please Note: This course has already
been held.
Date: Friday, May 18, 2001
Location: Suffolk University Law School, 120 Tremont St., Boston, MA
Time: 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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Success in mapping the human genome opens remarkable possibilities for science and new dangers of the potential for discrimination and privacy violations. With the recent passage in Massachusetts of "An Act Relative to Insurance and Genetic Testing and Privacy Protection", genetic discrimination, genetic privacy and issues related to assisted reproduction and genetics are no longer "what if" but "when" and "how". In fact, the EEOC has brought suit challenging genetic testing by an employer. Genetics is an issue in selective decisions for couples in connection with reproductive issues, family planning, adoption and estate planning. There is widespread concern about patient privacy. Recently enacted federal rules on medical records seek to address these issues. At the intersection of law and science is the need to consider the impact of the human genome on workers, families, public and private health systems and insurers.
Who Should Attend:
- Each employment lawyer who focuses upon issues of discrimination and disability insurance
- Each family lawyer who is concerned with adoption, reproductive issues and family benefits
- Each estate planner whose documents must reflect the impact of the genetic revolution
- Each judge in whose courtroom advocates will wrestle with issues of employment, insurance coverage, adoption and assisted reproduction
- Hospitals, managed care and public health officials who are concerned with the current law regarding access to the application of genetic information
Attend and Learn:
- What genetic tests hospitals can run on a newborn's blood under the Massachusetts law and regulations?
- Do union contracts protect employees from the use of genetic information?
- Can one parent insist on a complete genetic work-up on a preserved embryo without the other parent's consent?
- Can a client designate the post-mortem disposition of sperm/eggs?
| S C H E D U L E / A G E N D A |
| 9:00 |
Introduction |
| Professor Barry Brown, Suffolk University Law School, Boston, MA
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| 9:05 |
With the Human Genome "Mapped", What is the Next Stage for Human Genetic Science? |
- How do genetic discoveries impact individual rights?
- Who will make the choices for genetic research and genetic therapies?
- How soon before science provides the ability to choose genetic traits and clone humans?
Philip Reilly, JD, MD, President, Biogenetics, Waltham President of American Society Law, Ethics & Medicine Member Board of Whitehead Institute
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| 9:25 |
Is There a Pink Slip in My Genes? Genetic Privacy, Disclosure and Discrimination Issues |
- What genetic information can be accessed that bears upon the employment relationship?
- Are asymptomatic genetic conditions disabilities?
- What is the current employment law applicable to genetic information?
- Who has access - who has control?
Commissioner Paul Steven Miller, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Washington, D.C.
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| 10:30 |
The New Massachusetts Law on Genetics and Privacy and Comparisons to Federal and Other State Laws: A Practical Primer |
- In-depth analysis of Massachusetts law and comparison with other state laws
- Where is the federal government? Is there a role for federal legislation in matters of genetic research, genetic privacy and genetic discrimination?
Professor Barry Brown, Suffolk University Law School, Boston, MA
David Abelman, Esq., Assistant Vice President, Associate General Counsel, Tufts Health Plan, Waltham
David C. Bowen, Congressional Fellow, Office of Senator Kennedy
A.G. Breitenstein, Privasource, Inc., Somerville, MA
Professor Mark Rothstein, University of Louisville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law, Louisville, KY
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| 1:00 |
Genetics, Family Law and the Life Cycle |
- The ramifications of AZ v. BZ. Who controls the genetic family map?
- Assisted reproduction - how to anticipate and advise clients regarding genetic issues.
- Adoption - what is the impact of genetic disclosure?
- How should estate planners respond to the genetic revolution?
Professor Charles P. Kindregan, Suffolk University Law School, Boston, MA
Susan L. Crockin, Esq., Newton, MA
Sondra I. Harris, Esq., Sondra I. Harris & Associates, PC, Woodmere, NY
Joshua S. Rubenstein, Esq., Rosenman & Colin, LLP, New York, NY
Gretchen VanNess, Esq., Boston, MA
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| 2:45 |
Concurrent Workshops |
Use of Genetic Information by Employers and Insurers
Professor Marc Greenbaum, Suffolk University Law School, Boston, MA
Barry A. Guryan, Esq., Epstein, Becker & Green, PC, Boston, MA
Professor Mark Rothstein, University of Louisville, Louis D. Brandeis School of Law Louisville, KY
Practical Challenges in Implementing New Genetic Privacy Laws for Hospitals and Health Care Providers
Thomas R. Barker, Esq., Regulatory Counsel, Massachusetts Hospital Association
Donna E. Levin, Esq., General Counsel Department of Public Health, MA
David S. Szabo, Esq., Nutter, McClennen & Fish, LLP, Boston, MA
Dorothy Wagg, Esq., RHIA, Vice President Applied Management Systems Burlington, MA
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| Date: |
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Friday, May 18, 2001 |
| Tuition: |
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$199; $161 for attorneys admitted since 1998. Tuition includes course book, continental breakfast and refreshments.
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| Walk-Ins: |
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Space is limited. Registrations at the door are welcome, but please register in advance to reserve a seat and your course materials or call to confirm availability.
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| Refunds: |
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Any cancellations received 24 hours prior to the program will be granted a refund, minus a $15.00 charge. If you cannot attend, you can send a substitute, otherwise you will receive the written course materials.
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| Location: |
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Suffolk University Law School, 120 Tremont St., Boston, MA
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| Credit: |
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Approved for CLE Credit in RI, NH, VT & NY.
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