Dental Practice

Owning real estate builds equity, locks in occupancy costs, and creates a second income stream when you lease excess space or eventually sell.  However, purchasing real estate through your professional practice corporation exposes that equity to malpractice claims, creditor judgments, and compliance risks associated with clinical operations. Separating ownership into a correctly structured, dedicated real…

Operating costs can be overwhelming for solo practitioners. Rent, equipment leases, staff salaries, and compliance overhead sometimes consume 60 percent or more of collections before you see a dime.  Shared dental space agreements let two or more dentists split these fixed costs while maintaining independent practices. In these situations, having a solid contract drafted by…

Buying a dental practice transforms your career trajectory and financial future. The deal that looks perfect on paper can unravel post-close when undisclosed liabilities surface, payer reimbursements stall, or your landlord refuses assignment. A dental business lawyer can identify these risks before they become expensive problems. The difference between a clean acquisition and a costly…

You’ve negotiated a purchase price, shaken hands with the seller, and the deal feels done. Then the 40-page purchase agreement arrives, packed with representations, indemnities, earnout formulas, and restrictive covenants you’ve never seen before: the kind of issues a dental business lawyer reviews every day. Signing without legal review might save a few thousand dollars…

Partnership disputes can disrupt patient care, staff morale, and cash flow, while draining the equity you spent years building. Whether you face a deadlock over an expansion strategy, a forced buyout demand, or allegations of financial misconduct, the proper legal framework and rapid triage can help preserve practice continuity and your ownership stake. Dealing with…

Receiving a certified letter from your state’s dental board is a serious professional challenge. It questions your integrity and the work you have invested in your practice. As you read the complaint, one question becomes paramount: how to protect your reputation during a dental board inquiry? The answer requires a deliberate and strategic response from…

You poured years into mastering your craft, into building patient trust and a reputation for excellence. Now, your vision expands beyond the operatory, reaching for the stability and growth that define a truly established dental enterprise. This ambition, however, requires a critical legal evolution. The moment you decide to formalize your practice as a separate…

A breach of contract case involving a dental practice requires swift legal action to protect practice operations and prevent financial losses. When dental partnerships dissolve, employment agreements fail, or business contracts become disputed, the consequences can disrupt patient care and threaten practice viability. Legal insights from a dental business contract lawyer can clarify options for…

Employers today must take employee harassment complaints seriously, not just from a compliance perspective but also as a core part of maintaining a safe, productive, and respectful workplace. Mishandling a complaint, delaying a response, or retaliating against a reporting employee can result in costly legal consequences and long-lasting damage to a company’s reputation. When approached…

Discrimination lawsuits are among the most serious legal challenges a business can face. Beyond the potential financial consequences, these claims can disrupt workplace morale, harm your reputation, and expose weaknesses in your HR practices. Even employers with the best of intentions can find themselves defending against accusations of unlawful discrimination. While prevention should always be…