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The Briefing by the IP Law Blog: Navigating the Hazy Intersection of Cannabis Law & Trademarks
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This issue of McDermott’s Healthcare Regulatory Check-Up highlights regulatory activity for January 2025. This month features long-awaited proposed and final rules regarding the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability...more
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Looking for compliance education and networking in your area? HCCA’s Regional Healthcare Compliance Conferences offer practitioners convenient, local compliance education that covers a wide variety of current and emerging...more
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Complimentary webinar with the DEA on Controlled Substances! During this global pandemic, the Diversion Control Division is working to assure that there is an adequate supply of controlled substances in the United States,...more
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