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Common Legal Mistakes When Starting a Medical Practice
Starting a medical practice is both an exciting and overwhelming experience. You may have high hopes and be eager to start practicing medicine the way you want to. But you also face legal hurdles to ensure your new business's compliance and operational success. Aside...
How Physicians Can Leave a Hospital System and Start Their Own Practice
Venturing out of a hospital system and into your own private practice is a major professional opportunity. But this transition requires careful planning and consideration of a range of key details long before you provide notice to your current employer. You must first...
Non-Compete Clauses in Physician Contracts: What Doctors Need To Watch For
As a physician, your employment contract can have wide-reaching effects. Non-compete clauses and other restrictive covenants can limit long-term career opportunities if you are not careful. While avoiding these clauses entirely may not be realistic, you do have...
What Physicians Should Know Before Signing an Employment Agreement
Transitioning to a new practice as a physician is often an exciting time, with opportunities for professional growth and financial gain. But before you sign a new physician employment agreement, you must review it carefully and understand exactly what you are agreeing...
Legal Risks Med Spas Often Overlook
Opening a med spa can be a lucrative venture, but it comes with legal risks and liabilities not present in traditional spas and salons. For your business to be successful and effectively avoid liabilities, you need a thorough understanding of healthcare regulatory...