Posts Tagged ‘Legal Issues’
Nurses and Unions
To unionize or not to unionize? Many nurses will ask themselves that question at some point in their careers. Do you join an established union? Help start one? Does it protect or hurt patients? According to the Washington DC-based Department […]
Read moreRecruiting Within the Boundaries of Equal Opportunity Employment Law
Finding that perfect candidate in an endless sea of applications can be difficult. The majority of recruiters already have an ideal person in mind when seeking out applicants. Of course, a physician recruiter or healthcare human resources professional needs to […]
Read moreWhen Healthcare Help Wanted Ads Go Bad
Who makes the best nurses –men or women? How about Asian-Americans? African-Americans? For most people, just asking the question is offensive because the best nurses are those who are well-qualified, compassionate and love what they do – and that has […]
Read moreUnderstanding Non-Compete and Restrictive Covenants in Physician Contracts
Some of the most controversial aspects of physician employment contracts are restrictive covenants and non-compete agreements. While the AMA has been adamantly opposed to restrictive covenants, they are still common fixtures in the medical community. It is important that physicians […]
Read moreHIPAA and Social Media: A Simple Guide
Most people have some sort of social media account. While it is a great medium for sharing family photos, funny videos, or interesting news stories, it has become a big liability for medical employers. A growing consequence is the unintended […]
Read morePhysician Contract Review
When a physician is given a formal job offer, it is produced in writing, along with a contract that contains a lot of small print and legalese. It’s highly recommended that you have your contract reviewed by an experienced attorney […]
Read moreWhat to Do When a Patient Threatens to Sue
Most people choose a career in medicine because they enjoy caring for others. Even with the best of intentions, things can go wrong. As a result, a patient may become angry and threaten to sue. It is an all too […]
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