David G. Tomeo

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    David concentrates his practice in the defense of medical malpractice claims in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York. He is often called upon to represent staffing companies and health care practices in malpractice suits, utilizing his substantial knowledge and experience to guide corporate entities in handling issues commonly faced in these cases, including “piercing the corporate veil” allegations, violation of the corporate practice of medicine doctrine, and claims for respondeat superior liability.

    Clients routinely seek David’s counsel to defend malpractice actions seeking to hold a parent or holding company liable for the alleged negligent actions of subsidiaries and the health care providers employed by such subsidiaries. In addition, urgent care center franchisors rely on David’s keen understanding of the unique intersection of medical malpractice and franchise law when facing medical malpractice suits.

    David has extensive trial and courtroom experience throughout  Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York. In addition to his trial court work, he has argued before the New Jersey Supreme Court and has handled numerous appeals in the Appellate Division of the New Jersey Superior Court. He has also served as an author and speaker on current trends and issues impacting his clients.  

    Giving back and contributing to his community is a top priority for David. He provides pro bono legal services through Volunteer Lawyers for Justice and has been honored with the organization’s "Volunteer of the Year” award.

    Admissions
    New Jersey
    1989
    U.S. District Court District of New Jersey
    1989
    U.S. Court of Appeals 3rd Circuit
    1989
    Pennsylvania
    2020
    U.S. District Court Eastern District of Pennsylvania
    Education
    Seton Hall University School of Law (J.D., cum laude, 1989)
    Montclair State University (B.A., summa cum laude, 1986)
    Honors & awards
    Year joined
    2023