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Avoid these common estate planning mistakes
A lot of people think that estate planning is a simple endeavor that they can undertake once they get older. But waiting too long to create your estate plan can be risky, and the process may be more complex than you anticipate. That’s why we encourage you to consider...
Can I include a doctor noncompete in a separation agreement?
If you are a physician who owns or manages a medical practice in Texas, you may want to protect your business from losing patients, revenue and reputation to a former employee who decides to open a competing practice. One way to do that is to include a noncompete...
What is an appeal and should you pursue one after litigation?
Business litigation can be tough. Contract disputes, fraud and tort claims, infringement of intellectual property rights – these are all examples of legal disputes that might lead a company toward litigation. And, as any business leader in Texas knows, litigation can...
Physicians need to be wary of “creative billing” practices
As a physician, you want what is best for your patient. You build close relationships with them and work hard to accommodate them in all ways possible, even in paying their bills. Despite the fact that the services you provided to a patient were medically necessary,...
Defending against HIPAA violations
Each year, many medical care providers face charges for violating the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). If you are convicted of a HIPAA violation, you may face both criminal and civil penalties. Protecting patient’s information under HIPAA...