As the owner of a veterinary practice, it’s essential to protect the stability and success of your veterinary practice. As veterinarians progress in their careers, estate planning becomes more complex and important. Ensuring your veterinary practice is protected before and after your death is an essential aspect of estate planning. At Mahan Law, we routinely […]
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When Pets Bite: Understanding Your Legal Obligations as a Veterinary Practice
While many pets are friendly and easy to treat, some who visit the veterinarian are stressed, in pain, or haven’t been socialized. These pets pose a risk of biting the veterinarian, a staff member, or another dog. Understanding your legal obligations as a veterinary clinic or hospital owner after a dog bite incident is crucial […]
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Protecting Your Veterinary Brand: Trademark, Copyrights, and Intellectual Property 101
If you’re a busy veterinary practice owner, intellectual property may be the last thing on your mind. However, failing to protect your copyrights and trademarks could hurt your practice and prevent you from growing your brand. One of the best ways to protect your overall brand is to protect your intellectual property. This article will […]
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Starting Your Veterinary Practice In North Carolina: Legal Essentials You Must Know
If you would like to open a veterinary practice in the state of North Carolina, you must ensure that you understand and comply with your state’s legal requirements. Fortunately, you don’t have to have a deep understanding of the law to open your own practice. Instead, when you work with an experienced veterinary attorney, he […]
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Starting Your Veterinary Practice in Michigan: Legal Essentials You Must Know
If you are interested in opening a veterinary practice in the state of Michigan, you must make sure that you comply with your state’s legal requirements. Fortunately, however, you don’t need to be a legal expert to open your own practice. By hiring a knowledgeable veterinary lawyer, you can ensure that your new veterinary practice […]
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Protecting Your Veterinary Business: Trademarks and Intellectual Property
Just like other businesses, veterinary practices must take steps to ensure that their trademarks and intellectual property are protected. Unfortunately, however, many veterinary practice owners overlook this key issue. Failing to protect your intellectual property as a veterinary practice owner can place you at a major disadvantage in the marketplace. Therefore, it’s imperative that you […]
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WHY VETERINARY NON-COMPETES ARE HERE TO STAY DESPITE THE 'PROPOSED' BAN BY THE FTC - PART 2
As a follow up to my Article “Why Veterinary Non-Competes are Here to Stay Despite the Proposed Ban By the FTC” published with VetPartners.org, the FTC officially adopted the proposed rule in a 3-2 vote today that has already sent shockwaves through the veterinary community. While there are valid considerations to each side of the […]
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Navigating Regulations: A Legal Guide for Veterinary Startups
Starting a veterinary practice can be exciting, personally fulfilling, and highly lucrative. However, failing to comply with legal requirements can put a halt to your practice before it has a chance to get off the ground. Therefore, when starting a new veterinary practice, it’s imperative to consult with an experienced veterinary attorney. A veterinary attorney […]
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Insurance for Veterinarians: Legal Insights for Coverage
There are many steps you can take to protect your livelihood as a veterinarian. One of the most important things you can do to ensure that you and your business remain protected is purchase insurance. There are many types of insurance available to veterinarians. Often, to ensure maximum protection, several policies are necessary. In this […]
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Starting Your Veterinary Practice in Texas: Legal Essentials You Must Know
If you are interested in opening a veterinary practice in Texas, you must ensure that you comply with all legal requirements. Fortunately, an experienced veterinary attorney can ensure that your new practice is legally compliant and poised for success. When you hire a veterinary practice attorney, he or she will work with you to complete […]
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