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Dental Board Complaints

November 19, 2021 16:39

Patients can file dental board complaints for reasons which are spurious or even sinister. How do you lessen the likelihood of such complaints? As Stuart Oberman explains in this episode of Dental Law Radio, there are some basic “know your patient” and patient experience practices you can implement to lessen the livelihood of these complaints, […] The post Dental Board Complaints appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Informed Consent

November 12, 2021 17:08

Do you seek to avoid malpractice claims and board complaints in your dental practice? Who doesn’t, right? Informed consent is an essential ingredient of that goal. If you don’t know much about informed consent, or you wonder whether the informed consent form you’re using is adequate, then Stuart Oberman offers critical advice on this episode […] The post Informed Consent appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Employee Embezzlement

November 12, 2021 17:05

While industry statistics indicate about 40% of all dental practices are embezzled, Stuart Oberman believes the actual number is 60% or more, based on his work with clients and his conversations with other industry experts. So what are the most common employee embezzlement schemes, and how do you protect your practice? The post Employee Embezzlement appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Top 10 Human Resource Mistakes in Dental Practices

October 29, 2021 12:43

As a rule, Stuart Oberman observes, HR in the dental practices he works with is “non-existent,” and remediating those lapses and blunders can be quite costly. So what are the top ten mistakes he sees in his work, and how do those problems get fixed? Use this episode of Dental Law Radio to gauge some areas of […] The post Top 10 Human Resource Mistakes in Dental Practices appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Dental Associate Contracts

October 22, 2021 12:44

What are some of the key provisions in effective dental associate contracts? What form of non-compete is permissible and defendable? If you’re fresh out of dental school or even a seasoned dentist working for a practice, what are some vital stipulations you should have in any contract to protect yourself in case you leave that […] The post Dental Associate Contracts appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

What You Need to Know When You Terminate an Employee

September 27, 2021 15:16

In Stuart Oberman’s experience with clients, the biggest problem he sees with employee terminations is the absence of a plan, and more specifically, lack of documentation. In this episode of Dental Law Radio, Stuart outlines what a solid employee termination process should include to avoid the significant long-term costs caused by emotional, seat-of-the-pants actions. The post What You Need to Know When You Terminate an Employee appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

A Checklist for Hiring New Employees

September 17, 2021 12:49

After hiring a new employee, it is crucial to follow a set of onboarding processes that involve an offer letter, a well written-employee manual, consent forms, and much more. In this Dental Law Radio episode, host Stuart J. Oberman discusses how missing steps and inadequate documents can lead to costly problems down the road. The post A Checklist for Hiring New Employees appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Growing Your Practice Through Effective Leadership, with Eric Morin, Tower Leadership

September 10, 2021 16:55

In a few years, Eric Morin argues, few dental practices will have less than $1 million in revenues. In this era of consolidation, what enables a practice to acquire other practices and scale effectively? In this conversation with host Stuart Oberman, Eric argues that the answer gets down to great employees, and he discusses the […] The post Growing Your Practice Through Effective Leadership, with Eric Morin, Tower Leadership appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Employer Job Interviews and Covid-19 Questions

September 03, 2021 13:05

The hot question for dental practices seeking to hire is whether they can ask candidates about their vaccination status. The issue goes deeper than just a simple yes or no. As Stuart Oberman explains in this episode, he finds that HR is the biggest nightmare for dental practices, and that sloppy employer practices and documentation produce […] The post Employer Job Interviews and Covid-19 Questions appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Must Have Covid-19 Policies for Employers (Dental Law Radio)

August 27, 2021 13:23

 As Covid-19 cases continue to rise, so do the questions about handling Covid-19 policies for employees in your dental practice. Stuart Oberman discusses mandatory and non-mandatory vaccination policies, and how to handle requests for accommodations. Many people are turning to Google for Covid-19 manuals, however, it is best to seek legal help before taking […] The post Must Have Covid-19 Policies for Employers (Dental Law Radio) appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Covid 19/Delta Variant Mandates & Legal Liability

August 20, 2021 13:30

There is a lot to think about when diving into Covid-19 mandates within your practice. Host of Dental Law Radio, Stuart Oberman, discusses the ins and outs of requiring all employees to be vaccinated, how to handle employee resistance, and how to make sure you are staying within federal and state guidelines. The post Covid 19/Delta Variant Mandates & Legal Liability appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Covid-19/Delta Variant Mandates & Legal Liability (Dental Law Radio)

August 20, 2021 13:30

There is a lot to think about when diving into Covid-19 mandates within your practice. Host of Dental Law Radio, Stuart Oberman, discusses the ins and outs of requiring all employees to be vaccinated, how to handle employee resistance, and how to make sure you are staying within federal and state guidelines. The post Covid-19/Delta Variant Mandates & Legal Liability (Dental Law Radio) appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

The DSO Deal – What You Better Know (Dental Law Radio)

August 06, 2021 17:36

Within the next few years, it’s likely that 60% to 70% of all dental practices will be owned by a DSO. That’s what some industry observers are predicting, and if that’s the case, says host Stuart Oberman, you’d better understand the elements of what’s involved in an acquisition. From the letter of intent to the […] The post The DSO Deal – What You Better Know (Dental Law Radio) appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

The DSO Deal – What You Better Know

August 06, 2021 17:36

Within the next few years, it’s likely that 60% to 70% of all dental practices will be owned by a DSO. That’s what some industry observers are predicting, and if that’s the case, says host Stuart Oberman, you’d better understand the elements of what’s involved in an acquisition. From the letter of intent to the […] The post The DSO Deal – What You Better Know appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Are You Violating Federal Law in the Interview Process? (Dental Law Radio)

July 23, 2021 13:23

Many people think that ADA guidelines only apply once an employee has been hired. However, there have been instances where employers violate ADA requirements during the interview process. It is important for employers to be aware of these guidelines and make sure they are following them before, during, and after the hiring process. In this […] The post Are You Violating Federal Law in the Interview Process? (Dental Law Radio) appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Anti-Harassment Complaint Procedures (Dental Law Radio)

July 16, 2021 12:58

A written anti-harassment procedure can you help tremendously in the event that you ever receive a letter from the EEOC or from an attorney representing an ex-employee alleging sexual harassment. Stuart Oberman explains why it is important to have a written anti-harassment complaint procedure, and what might happen if you do not have one drawn […] The post Anti-Harassment Complaint Procedures (Dental Law Radio) appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Here Comes the Government! Are You Prepared for a Medicaid Audit? (Dental Law Radio)

July 09, 2021 14:22

In the last few months, there has been a significant government crackdown on Medicaid fraud. Although your practice may not have engaged in any malicious activity, an audit can uncover poor recordkeeping which can turn into an expensive and painful experience. Stuart Oberman discusses the problem and offers some solutions in the event you are […] The post Here Comes the Government! Are You Prepared for a Medicaid Audit? (Dental Law Radio) appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

How to Respond to Negative Online Patient Reviews (Dental Law Radio)

June 25, 2021 14:01

Practice owners work hard to create a great patient experience, however, negative online patient reviews can still happen. On this episode of Dental Law Radio, Stuart Oberman weighs in on how practice owners should respond if and when this happens. The post How to Respond to Negative Online Patient Reviews (Dental Law Radio) appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

2021 Internal Audit Checklist (Dental Law Radio)

June 18, 2021 14:46

Making sure your HR policies and procedures are updated is essential to all dental practice owners. Host of Dental Law Radio, Stuart Oberman, offers a checklist that all dental practices should be reviewing in order to protect their practice and its employees. Some key areas of concern include having an updated employee manual that addresses […] The post 2021 Internal Audit Checklist (Dental Law Radio) appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Overview of Potential Employer Violations (Dental Law Radio)

June 11, 2021 14:21

Host Stuart Oberman discusses potential employee violations you might be violating without knowing. Many employers fail to include cell phone and social media use policies in their employee manuals, along with many other things. Mr. Oberman covers the basic questions employers may have, and covers potential employer violations. The post Overview of Potential Employer Violations (Dental Law Radio) appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

DSOs and Governmental Investigations (Dental Law Radio)

June 07, 2021 13:22

DSOs are coming under serious federal government scrutiny because some have developed a reputation of being non-compliant. Stuart Oberman offers eight compliance-related matters you must get right to scale your DSO successfully and without regulatory setbacks. The post DSOs and Governmental Investigations (Dental Law Radio) appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Acquisition and Associate Contracts

June 02, 2021 17:48

 Stuart Oberman joins Eric Morin on the Dental Wealth Podcast to discuss the fundamentals of acquisition and how to navigate associate contracts for ultimate scalability. The post Acquisition and Associate Contracts appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

How to Avoid HR Problems (Dental Law Radio)

May 28, 2021 13:27

Covid-19 has changed many things for dental practice owners, including altering HR practices and procedures. The issues, regulations, and consequences of non-compliance are more complicated now than ever. Host, Stuart Oberman reviews the “must have” process needed to avoid HR problems. The post How to Avoid HR Problems (Dental Law Radio) appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Should My Staff Be Independent Contractors? (Dental Law Radio)

May 21, 2021 13:51

On this episode of Dental Law Radio, host Stuart Oberman discusses the question of whether to classify workers as independent contractors or not. The US Department of Labor released new guidelines that clarify standards of classifying workers as employees or independent contractors, and the dos and don’ts employers must abide by. The post Should My Staff Be Independent Contractors? (Dental Law Radio) appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

How to Mitigate the Risk of Lawsuits (Dental Law Radio)

May 14, 2021 18:15

  Host Stuart Oberman covers the basic internal procedures necessary to mitigate the risk of lawsuits in a dental practice.  It starts with a carefully drafted employee handbook.  The post How to Mitigate the Risk of Lawsuits (Dental Law Radio) appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Whistleblower Employees (Dental Law Radio)

May 07, 2021 19:39

On this edition of Dental Law Radio, Stuart Oberman discussed problem employees who file complaints with OSHA and HIPAA, the preemptive actions a practice owner should take, how to handle the situation once a complaint has been filed, and much more.  The post Whistleblower Employees (Dental Law Radio) appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Teledentistry (Dental Law Radio)

April 30, 2021 20:39

 On the premier episode of Dental Law Radio, host Stuart Oberman surveyed various modalities of teledentistry, regulatory issues, the risks of “store and forward” or asynchronous teledentistry, and much more. The post Teledentistry (Dental Law Radio) appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

COVID-19 and OSHA Compliance (Dental Law Radio)

April 30, 2021 20:30

 On this episode of Dental Law Radio, host Stuart Oberman discusses current issues in OSHA compliance resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, the risks of non-compliance for dental practice owners, and much more. The post COVID-19 and OSHA Compliance (Dental Law Radio) appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Dental Law Radio Introduction

April 30, 2021 20:29

Stuart Oberman of Oberman Law Firm represents dental practice owners across the US and is considered the go-to attorney for dental practices. He joined host John Ray to discuss current issues and trends in the industry and introduced his new show, Dental Law Radio. The post Dental Law Radio Introduction appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Josh Roland, OneDigital, and Stuart Oberman, Oberman Law Firm on Business RadioX

March 23, 2021 14:46 - 74.4 MB

Stuart Oberman joins Patrick O’Rourke and Josh Roland on  “Dental Business Radio” to discuss dental practice valuations, the importance of knowing your numbers, and much more. Tune in! The post Josh Roland, OneDigital, and Stuart Oberman, Oberman Law Firm on Business RadioX appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Health Care Law is What We Do

January 22, 2021 21:30

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Leader in Construction Law

January 04, 2021 21:28

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Dental Office Managers Webinar – Preparing Your Practice for 2021

December 21, 2020 17:55

“Dental Office Managers Webinar – Preparing Your Practice for 2021” presented by the Georgia Dental Association (GDA) presented on December 18th. Tune in to watch our dental webinar and hear from Stuart J. Oberman, Esq., Laci L. Phillips, and Trey Whitt, CPA with the latest updates in the dental industry and how to prepare your […] The post Dental Office Managers Webinar – Preparing Your Practice for 2021 appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Top Dental Mistakes – Episode 6

March 13, 2020 18:02

Top Dental Mistakes – Episode 6: Follow Up The post Top Dental Mistakes – Episode 6 appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Top Dental Mistakes – Episode 5

February 22, 2020 06:00

Top Dental Mistakes – Episode 5: Comments in Charts The post Top Dental Mistakes – Episode 5 appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Top Dental Mistakes – Episode 4

January 31, 2020 20:08

Top Dental Mistakes – Episode 4: Point Person The post Top Dental Mistakes – Episode 4 appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Top Dental Mistakes – Episode 3

January 10, 2020 19:25

Top Dental Mistakes – Episode 3: Chairside Manner The post Top Dental Mistakes – Episode 3 appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Top Dental Mistakes – Episode 2

December 18, 2019 19:30

Top Dental Mistakes – Episode 2: Collections The post Top Dental Mistakes – Episode 2 appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Oberman Law Firm – A National Health Care Law Firm

December 13, 2019 19:56

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Top Dental Mistakes: Episode 1

December 09, 2019 19:50

Top Dental Mistakes – Episode 1: Problem Patients The post Top Dental Mistakes: Episode 1 appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Top Dental Mistakes

December 06, 2019 16:53

12/9/2019 Oberman Law Firm launches Risk Management Educational Series. Groundbreaking | Informative | Knowledge The post Top Dental Mistakes appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

OSHA Whistleblower

October 29, 2018 17:38 - 8.36 MB

In this month’s podcast, Stuart J. Oberman, Esq. of Oberman Law Firm provides a review of the OSHA Whistleblower Statute. Mr. Oberman discusses retaliatory employment practices that violate federal law and reviews the grounds that an employee may have for wrongful termination. During the podcast, Mr. Oberman explains some of the penalties and sanctions that […] The post OSHA Whistleblower appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Employment Law – The Overlooked Basics

August 06, 2018 20:23 - 9.42 MB

Stuart J. Oberman, Esq. of Oberman Law Firm discusses some of the most overlooked aspects of employment law. Please listen to the audio version of the podcast below: The post Employment Law – The Overlooked Basics appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Intellectual Property – Protecting Your Assets

July 05, 2018 13:44 - 2.6 MB

Stuart J. Oberman, Esq. of Oberman Law Firm speaks on protecting one of a practice’s greatest assets- intellectual property. Understand the importance of protecting your practice’s intellectual property, and learn how to make sure your practice’s assets are protected. The post Intellectual Property – Protecting Your Assets appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

HIPAA Compliance: The “Final Rule” that Changed the Game

June 04, 2018 14:47 - 4.47 MB

HIPAA compliance is one of the leading concerns for medical and dental practices throughout the United States. In this podcast, Stuart J. Oberman, Esq., the founder and president of Oberman Law Firm, discusses what it means to be HIPAA compliant and how to avoid hefty fines. The post HIPAA Compliance: The “Final Rule” that Changed the Game appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Top 10 Mistakes that Dentists Make

May 02, 2018 13:19 - 9.67 MB

In this podcast, Stuart J. Oberman, Esq. of Oberman Law Firm breaks down the top 10 mistakes that he has seen dentists make over the course of their careers. Avoid these common legal pitfalls in the dental profession, and keep your dental practice running smoothly. The post Top 10 Mistakes that Dentists Make appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Mr. Oberman Featured on UNC’s The Business of Dentistry Podcast

April 20, 2018 13:52 - 56.9 MB

Oberman Law Firm proudly announces that Mr. Oberman was featured on the University of North Carolina’s “The Business of Dentistry” podcast hosted by the Student Entrepreneurs in Dentistry. In this podcast, Mr. Oberman discusses legal entity options for dentists considering opening up their own practices. Listen to this podcast to learn about the various options, […] The post Mr. Oberman Featured on UNC’s The Business of Dentistry Podcast appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Mr. Oberman Gets Featured in “The Future Adjustment – Chiropractic Economics Podcast Series”

April 13, 2018 18:54 - 27.1 MB

Listen to Stuart J. Oberman, Esq. speak on legal trends and updates in “The Future Adjustment – Chiropractic Economics Podcast Series.” The following is an excerpt from Chiropractic Economics: Welcome to, “The Future Adjustment – Chiropractic Economics Podcast Series,” on what’s new and notable in the world of chiropractic. I’m Daniel Sosnoski, the Editor-in-Chief of […] The post Mr. Oberman Gets Featured in “The Future Adjustment – Chiropractic Economics Podcast Series” appeared first on O...

Employee Embezzlement – It Could Happen to You

April 02, 2018 17:13 - 6.07 MB

Stuart J. Oberman, Esq. of Oberman Law Firm discusses Employee Embezzlement. Learn how to detect the red flags of employee embezzlement and what to do when you suspect an employee of embezzling money from your dental practice. The post Employee Embezzlement – It Could Happen to You appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.

Forensic Hiring – Jan Keller

March 26, 2018 17:20 - 26.9 MB

In this Oberman Law podcast hosted by Mr. Oberman, Jan Keller sits in the guest chair and shares some of her dental consulting expertise.  Janice Keller is an experienced dental practice management consultant who is recognized and respected by both peers and clients alike for her practical, down-to-earth, results-oriented consulting programs and services. She has […] The post Forensic Hiring – Jan Keller appeared first on Oberman Law Firm.