Andrea, Barry, and Chantal are not the names of your newest residents; rather they are the names of the first three tropical storms this Atlantic hurricane season, which officially started June 1. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) forecasts an active hurricane season with up to 15 named storms,…
Buying or Selling Medical Practices
There are a variety of legal issues to be addressed when buying or selling a medical practice. You’ll want to focus not only on the details of the transaction itself but also the long-term effects of the deal and your individual needs, whether you are the buyer or the seller….
Medical Use of Marijuana by Florida Healthcare Providers
With the passage of Amendment Two to Florida’s Constitution of in November 2016, qualified physicians may now issue physicians’ certifications for the medical use of marijuana by individuals with debilitating medical conditions. The amendment’s passage has prompted numerous legal questions including those from businesses that employ and/or contract for the…
New Regulations Coming for Senior Living Providers
On October 5, 2018, the Centers for Medicare/Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that it will soon promulgate new regulations aimed at increasing the oversight of health care and other services provided to senior citizens and the elderly. CMS hopes the new regulations will ensure that appropriate care occurs, decrease elderly abuse…