Veterinary malpractice occurs when a veterinarian harms an animal due to incompetence, carelessness, or a mistake in judgment. However, not all veterinary errors are malpractice, and just because an animal gets worse following treatment, this doesn’t necessarily mean that the veterinarian who treated the animal is liable for malpractice. As a veterinarian, the threat of […]
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Avoiding Veterinary Malpractice Lawsuits
A veterinarian commits veterinary malpractice when he or she fails to meet the standard of care that is expected of other veterinarians. The veterinary standard of care is behavior that adheres to the normal practices and protocols of the veterinary field. As a veterinarian, you are always at risk of being sued for veterinary malpractice. […]
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Can a Veterinarian Sue a Customer for a Dog Bite?
Veterinarians occasionally must deal with unruly dogs. Therefore, an occasional dog bite is seen by most veterinarians as an accepted occupational hazard. Despite this, a veterinarian sometimes suffers serious enough injuries to seek legal recourse against a dog’s owner. In this article, we examine whether a veterinarian can successfully sue a customer for a dog […]
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Things to Consider When Choosing a Veterinary Practice Litigation Attorney
If you are facing a legal issue involving your veterinary practice, you need a veterinary practice litigation attorney on your side. However, before choosing an attorney, there’s a lot you need to consider. Choosing the right attorney is extremely important, and the wrong decision can have a huge impact on your veterinary practice. Below are […]
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Understanding Veterinary Malpractice Litigation
Veterinarians are required by law to adhere to the protocols and practices of the veterinary field. When a veterinarian fails to meet the standard of care for the veterinary industry, he or she may be sued for veterinary malpractice. As a veterinarian, it’s important that you understand how to avoid becoming the recipient of a […]
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Choosing the Right Business Structure for Your Veterinary Practice
When starting a veterinary practice, it’s important to choose a business structure that will allow you to meet your goals. However, there are several business structures to choose from, and it can be difficult to decide which direction to go. Therefore, after reviewing the following information, you should contact an experienced veterinary practice attorney for […]
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An Overview of Employment Discrimination Laws for Veterinary Practice Owners
If you own a veterinary practice, you must ensure that your hiring practices comply with state and federal law. There are a number of laws on the books that are intended to protect job applicants from discrimination. In fact, there are so many anti-discrimination laws on the books that veterinary practice owners sometimes inadvertently fail […]
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Avoiding Employment Discrimination Claims as a Veterinary Practice Owner
If you own a veterinary practice, it is imperative that you take steps to reduce your liability risk in a variety of areas. One risk area that veterinary practice owners sometimes overlook is hiring. As a veterinary practice owner, you must ensure that your hiring practices are compliant with state and federal law. Given the […]
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Tips for Avoiding Veterinary Malpractice Litigation
Veterinary malpractice occurs when a veterinarian fails to meet the standard of care that is reasonably expected of other animal health care providers. The standard of care expected of veterinarians is that which adheres to the normal protocols and practices of the veterinary field. Below are some tips on how to avoid veterinary malpractice litigation. […]
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How to Choose a Veterinary Practice Litigation Attorney
If you are in the market for a veterinary practice litigation attorney, there’s a lot you need to consider. After all, choosing an attorney is an important matter. Despite the importance of choosing the right attorney, however, the process doesn’t have to be painful. In fact, when done correctly, it can be an informative, enjoyable […]
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