Legal Issues
Classified Information
When veterinary employees are misclassified as independent contractors, a common reason is to avoid state and federal tax-withholding requirements and payroll taxes.
Legal Issues
Fair and Square
The competition being eliminated must be significant to constitute anti-competitive behavior.
Legal Issues
The First-Time Practice Owner
Opening a veterinary clinic is a fabulous opportunity, but planning for it is best done one step at a time.
Legal Issues
Selling Your Practice in a COVID Market
Making and closing a deal between a hospital owner and a buyer isn’t as easy as it once was. Skittish lenders, contract contingencies and even uncommitted clinical staff can gum up the process.
Legal Issues
How to Avoid a COVID Legal Infection
Practice owners need to be careful to avoid claims over discrimination, paid leave, medical testing and harassment.
Human Resources
Your Legal Responsibilities
As employment laws change or are enacted, practice owners and managers need to be cognizant of all the twists and turns. An array of online resources is available to explain the details, or you might want to consult an attorney.
Finance
Succeed With a Succession Plan
The sale of your practice to a colleague or outside party when you aren’t present is fraught with trouble if detailed instructions aren’t in place.