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10/08/2026

This Saturday is World Mental Health Day, an opportunity to recognize the importance of mental health awareness, support and access to care.

This year’s theme, “Lived experiences heard: Real voices, real change,” highlights the importance of listening to people with firsthand experiences and ensuring their voices are part of conversations that lead to meaningful change.

At Pitt McGehee Palmer Bonanni & Rivers, listening to and advocating for individuals is at the heart of our work. On this World Mental Health Day, we recognize the power of making sure every voice is heard.

10/07/2026

Partner Megan Bonanni and actor and activist Ashley Judd penned an open letter thanking the University of Michigan's Lambda Chi Alpha Sigma Zeta chapter for standing with the Cornell survivors, calling for accountability, and pledging financial support to SafeHouse Center.

They ask other fraternities and men’s groups to follow suit by listening to survivors and holding abusers accountable, even when that means confronting a friend, a teammate, or a brother.

"The young men of Lambda Chi have stepped forward. It is time for everyone to do the same."

10/06/2026

For Partner Channing Robinson-Holmes, the people at Pitt McGehee Palmer Bonanni & Rivers are at the heart of the firm’s work.

Channing reflects on the shared passion her colleagues bring to the individuals they represent, the issues they fight for and the work they do together.

That shared commitment continues to shape the firm’s culture and its approach to advocating for others.

10/02/2026

Michigan State University is contacting former patients of Arpit Saxena following sexual assault allegations against the former MSU physician. As more information comes to light, other former patients may begin to reconsider their own experiences or feel ready to come forward after hearing from other survivors.

Partner Megan Bonanni recently addressed the realities surrounding survivor disclosure and the importance of giving survivors time to come forward in a piece published in Michigan Advance with survivor advocate Erin Blayer.

For former Saxena patients, learning about the allegations may bring up questions or concerns about past treatment. Megan has extensive experience representing survivors of sexual abuse by medical professionals in Michigan and nationwide and is available to speak with former patients who want to better understand their rights and potential legal options.

Learn more about the allegations involving Arpit Saxena and resources for former patients: https://www.pittlawpc.com/dr-arpit-saxena-investigation

Read Megan and Erin’s piece in Michigan Advance: https://michiganadvance.com/2026/09/29/when-time-becomes-a-barrier-to-justice-for-michigan-survivors/

10/01/2026

Partner Megan Bonanni was recently published in Michigan Advance alongside Erin Blayer, a survivor of Larry Nassar’s abuse and advocate for survivors, on how Michigan’s current statutes of limitations can prevent survivors of childhood sexual abuse from bringing civil claims years or even decades after the abuse occurred and why Michigan needs to adjust its civil limitations to better support survivors

Drawing on her decades of experience representing survivors of sexual and institutional abuse in Michigan and nationwide, Megan explains why the time it takes survivors to process and disclose abuse often does not align with the deadlines imposed by the law.

The piece highlights Michigan’s proposed Justice for Survivors package, which would extend the civil statute of limitations and create a one-year revival window for previously expired claims, giving more survivors a path to have their cases heard.

Read the full piece: https://michiganadvance.com/2026/09/29/when-time-becomes-a-barrier-to-justice-for-michigan-survivors/

10/01/2026

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, recognizing the contributions of people with disabilities in the workforce and the importance of fair and equitable treatment at work.

For nearly 30 years, disability discrimination has been an important focus of our work at Pitt McGehee Palmer Bonanni & Rivers. We have advocated for employees denied reasonable accommodations, treated differently because of a disability or denied equal employment opportunities.

This month, we recognize the contributions of workers with disabilities and the continued importance of ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed in the workplace.

09/29/2026

For Kevin Carlson, becoming an attorney was an opportunity to stand up for others and advocate for what is right.

Watch Kevin share what drew him to the legal profession and why he feels he found the right place.

09/28/2026

Congratulations to Kevin Carlson, who was selected to Michigan Lawyers Weekly's prestigious Class of 2026 Leaders in the Law!

This prestigious recognition celebrates attorneys and legal professionals whose leadership, accomplishments, and commitment to the profession have made a lasting impact on Michigan's legal community and beyond. This past year, Kevin achieved a Michigan Court of Appeals ruling reviving his client Marian Ippel's childhood sexual abuse claims against Grace Christian Reformed Church, expanding survivors’ claims statewide; filed a federal lawsuit on behalf of 16 former University of Michigan hockey players alleging decades of sexualized hazing; and helped secure a $104.6 million verdict, the largest employment-related verdict in New Mexico history.

Kevin's stewardship, integrity, and dedication to his clients exemplify what it means to be a true leader in Michigan's legal community and beyond.

Read more: https://www.pittlawpc.com/in-the-news/kevin-carlson-selected-to-michigan-lawyers-weeklys-class-of-2026-leaders-in-the-law

09/28/2026

Pitt McGehee Palmer Bonanni & Rivers is available to speak with former NC State student-athletes who were treated by Robert Michael Murphy, the university’s former Director of Sports Medicine who was recently arrested and charged with 32 criminal offenses involving 14 male student-athletes.

For former athletes who received treatment from Murphy, the charges may raise questions about their own experiences and whether they were subjected to inappropriate conduct during medical care.

Our attorneys have decades of experience representing survivors of sexual abuse by medical professionals in cases across the country, including more than 400 athletes abused by former Michigan State University and Olympic team physician Larry Nassar and more than 1,000 survivors of abuse by former University of Michigan physician Robert Anderson.

If you were treated by Murphy at NC State and have concerns about your experience, contact Pitt McGehee Palmer Bonanni & Rivers for a confidential consultation to discuss your legal rights and options.

Learn more: https://www.pittlawpc.com/robert-murphy-investigation

Pitt McGehee Palmer Bonanni & Rivers is one of Michigan’s largest and most experienced employment law firms specializing in civil rights and employment litigation.

09/24/2026

Following the criminal sexual assault charges against former Michigan State University resident physician Arpit Saxena, Pitt McGehee Palmer Bonanni & Rivers Partner Megan Bonanni is available to speak with former patients who have concerns about their care.

Megan has extensive experience representing survivors of sexual abuse by medical professionals nationwide. She represented the Survivors’ Creditor Committee, advocating on behalf of more than 400 women and girls abused by former MSU physician Larry Nassar. She also served on the Plaintiffs’ Steering Committee in the Robert Anderson litigation, which resulted in a $490 million settlement, and currently represents women alleging sexual abuse by former Cedars-Sinai OB-GYN Barry Brock in California.

Drawing on her experience in these cases, Megan is committed to helping survivors pursue justice and holding medical institutions accountable for failures to protect patients.

If you were treated by Arpit Saxena at MSU and believe you may have experienced inappropriate conduct or sexual abuse, contact Megan for a confidential consultation to discuss your legal rights and options.

Contact Megan: https://www.pittlawpc.com/megan-bonanni

Pitt McGehee Palmer Bonanni & Rivers is one of Michigan’s largest and most experienced employment law firms specializing in civil rights and employment litigation.