The internet has changed the way the world works and has probably changed the way that your company does business. In many ways, these changes have been positive, but there can be downsides when it comes to electronic communications and data. There is always the possibility that your business could face litigation. The data, records, […]
Once a lawsuit is filed, attorneys and their clients must gather evidence in a process known as discovery. This process can result in evidence being found that was either known or unknown to one or both parties. Here are some details about discovery you should know if you are involved in a business dispute. What […]
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is helping to fight the opioid crisis by revoking controlled substance registrations from pharmacies, pharmacists, and prescribers under 21 U.S.C. § 824. The DEA revived this practice in 2018. It allows them to prevent suspect pharmacists, pharmacies, and prescribers from dispensing or prescribing federally controlled substances. In order to avoid […]
Pharmacies and other healthcare institutions that can legally dispense medication are vital within the industry. Regulations created by the DEA are meant to protect the security of controlled substances as well as patients. These are not all of the regulations, but some of the main laws. You may be wondering why they are relevant if […]
An IHHC Allied member contribution by Markus P. Cicka, J.D., LL.M. (Health Law) In the July 2, 2019 edition of the Communicator Xpress, I discussed a CMS final rule (the “Final Rule”), effective July 5, 2019, which removed the regulatory text that allows a state to make Medicaid payments to third parties on behalf of […]
The Stark Law refers to a federal law that regulates how doctors can make referrals for certain items or services provided to Medicare and Medicaid patients. The Stark laws were named for Congressman Pete Stark, the original legislator who sponsored the first of the three bills implementing the law. The purpose of Stark Law is […]
Richard F. Brown The following is not a legal opinion. You should consult your attorney if the case may be of significance to you. ConocoPhillips Co. v. Koopmann 547 S.W.3d 858 (Tex. 2018) (Rule against perpetuities) held that the rule against perpetuities is generally not applicable in oil and gas conveyances, if the termination of […]
