Human Resources

It’s Your Move

Employee noncompete agreements aren’t always enforceable, especially if time and geographic limits are too broad.

Human Resources

Brush Up on Workers’ Comp

Your practice’s injury history goes a long way in determining insurance costs, but a good risk-management program can pay off down the line.

Legal Issues

The devil’s in the details

Savvy practice owners and managers know when it is unwise to review a contract without getting legal advice.

Legal Issues

Fear factors

Psychological studies show that people are often reluctant to escape and instead lock down.

Legal Issues

Seal the Deal

A non-disclosure agreement is typically signed before any exchange of meaningful financial or practice information.

Innovation/Technology

Picture perfect

Violating copyright law can cost your practice in more ways than one. Now is the time to scour your website, social networks and marketing materials for ill-gotten images.

Legal Issues

Separation anxiety

In some states, enforceability of a noncompete depends on whether the employer or the employee terminated employment.

Human Resources

Break the impasse

An employee who refuses to sign typically does so for one of two reasons, or both. First, she may disagree with the contents. Or she might believe the form is invalid without her signature.

Legal Issues

Get Serious About EPLI Coverage

Employment practices liability insurance safeguards against costly claims of discrimination and other workplace issues.

Government/Regulations

Good things happen when you fight back

The veterinary profession scored two big victories thanks to old-fashioned lobbying and one company’s court battle.

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