Category Archives: Small business

Recently there was a VIN post apparently referencing the content of one of my LEAP topics last year. The specific item in question was related to when you can fire a client and sever the VCPR. This is one of … Continue reading →

We’re all, I’m certain, interested in how the law affects the practice of veterinary medicine, particularly in Georgia.  Below is a brief summary of some of the topics covered in the act, that we’ll be discussing on this blog. New … Continue reading →

I recently had the honor to speak at the University of Georgia on the legal aspects of Telemedicine. They have a really top notch faculty and facility. This was also one of the first places in the state where the … Continue reading →

I’ve just returned from the GVMA Fall Convention in Atlanta, Ga. After speaking to the board on Telemedicine and the Georgia Practice Act on Friday, I had the pleasure of hearing a full day of presentations on Telemedicine on Saturday … Continue reading →

I’ve recently been published in the Georgia Veterinarian fall edition. The article, “Should you fire your client”  which covers some of the most common legal, business and ethical issues with terminating a client relationship. There’s a preview below, but for … Continue reading →

It was a lively and engaging group of attendees at the Animal Law Symposium. So much so that we only got through 3 of the top ten legal questions for vet practices.  A couple of the questions that we will … Continue reading →

I’m speaking today to a packed house of veterinarians, animal control officers, attorneys, police officers, judges, and shelter teams. It’s amazing what Claudine Wilkins and Jessica Rock, including their many sponsors, have put together. A sold out legal education on … Continue reading →

Hi all, As 2016 comes to a close, there are still about 4 unanswered questions in the inbox. Rest assured I have posts coming for them next year.  One of the items I have been eagerly awaiting is the January … Continue reading →

P from Georgia asked the question “I am currently treating a dog with demodectic mange. The dog has not been spayed as the owners are considering breeding her despite my recommendation that she be fixed. Am I liable in any … Continue reading →