Congratulations to our newest Members

1 year ago

We are pleased to announce Peter Mellette and Thea Pitzen have been elevated to members at the law firm of…

Key Considerations Before Opening Your Practice

1 year ago

Opening your own practice can be one of the most rewarding decisions of your career. However, before starting on this…

The Information Blocking Rule: A Proposed Cure for Health Care Provider Hoarding

1 year ago

On October 30, 2023, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) released a new proposed rule (the “Information…

Difference Between Medical Malpractice and Medical Battery

1 year ago

It is important for healthcare providers to understand that medical malpractice is not the only form of medical mistreatment that…

How Enforceable Are Non-Compete Agreements in Virginia?

2 years ago

More and more businesses in Virginia are turning to non-compete agreements to protect their competitive advantage. However, there are certain…

Who Is Required to Carry Workers’ Compensation in Virginia?

2 years ago

As an employer in Virginia, it is important to understand the state's workers' compensation laws, as these laws are designed…

Preparing for HIPAA Phase 2 Audits

2 years ago

In 2016 the Office of Civil Rights (“OCR”) rolls out its HIPAA Phase 2 Audits. Phase 2 audits will review…

“You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know”: Providers Now May Be Subject to False Claims Act Liability Based On A Subjective Government Materiality Standard

2 years ago

The unanimous June 16, 2016 Supreme Court decision in Universal Health Services, Inc. v. United States and Massachusetts, ex. rel. Julio…