Why Use an Employment Contract?
May 24, 2023
After a stringent hiring process, you've found the perfect new employee for your healthcare practice. Is it worth the extra trouble to ask them to sign an employment contract?
When Would My Healthcare Practice Use a Promissory Note?
February 22, 2023
What is a promissory note, when would you use one, and how does it differ from other loan documents?
What Is a Contract’s Termination Clause, and Why Does It Matter?
August 20, 2022
Contracts exist to clarify expectations in a business relationship. But what happens when that relationship ends on a sour note? Your termination clause should account for such an eventuality.
Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) for Healthcare Practices
July 6, 2022
Non-disclosure agreements aren’t just for those trying to hide misdeeds. Healthcare employers can use NDAs to protect their patients and confidential business information.
What Happens to the Restrictive Covenants in Employment Contracts During a Merger or Acquisition?
May 25, 2022
What if the employer that signed a contract is acquired by or merges with another company? Are restrictive covenants such as non-competition and non-solicitation clauses still enforceable?
What On-Call Physicians Should Know About EMTALA
April 28, 2022
Every physician knows that being on-call is sometimes just a part of the job. But the need for hospitals to provide round-the-clock specialized care is a legal one, too.
Can a Physician Have Too Many Collaborative Agreements?
April 26, 2022
In many states, collaborative agreements allow advanced practice providers and other healthcare professionals to expand their scopes of practice. Learn the basics of collaborative agreements and consider how many a physician can reasonably enter.
Asset Purchase Agreements Explained
March 1, 2022
You may have heard of asset purchase agreements if you intend to buy or sell your practice. But do you understand what these agreements are and when you may need one?
Management Services Agreements (MSAs): What Healthcare Professionals Should Understand
January 20, 2022
You may have heard of management services agreements (MSAs) or been told you need to have one. Understand its purpose and how it makes your healthcare practice compliant with state and federal law.
Does a Contract Need To Be In Writing To Be Valid and Enforceable?
January 5, 2022
No doubt, you have established many spoken and unspoken agreements in your healthcare practice. When can these agreements constitute a valid and enforceable contract?