Earlier this year, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) approved a final rule that invalidates most post-engagement non-compete covenants in all agreements. This rule prohibits use and enforcement of non-compete covenants and...more
8/19/2024
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Progress of Pre-Submissions for Medical Devices Now Trackable Through CDRH Portal -
Medical device manufacturers must submit applications for certain classes of medical devices for approval by the Food and Drug...more
7/27/2023
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Justice Department Reports More Than $8B In Alleged Fraud Related to COVID-19 Relief Programs -
The Washington Post reports, “Since the U.S. government first marshaled its historic economic response...more
3/17/2022
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HHS Releases Revised Reporting Requirements and Timeline for Provider Relief Fund Payments -
On June 11, 2021, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released revised reporting requirements...more
8/24/2021
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Since the enactment of the net investment income tax ("NIIT") in 2012, physicians and other taxpayers owning multiple business interests have had to make educated choices based upon accounting projections and SWAGS when...more
In an effort to review and examine compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 and its implementing regulations ("HIPAA"), the Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil...more