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Choosing and Working With an Attorney: A good attorney can help insure a favorable outcome. Whether it is to negotiate an employment agreement, purchase or sell a practice, collect a fee, defend against an accusation of professional negligence, or interpret a complex dental regulation, having a good attorney can make the difference between a successful outcome and a debilitating loss. This presentation will explore some of the issues every orthodontist needs to understand and consider when choosing and working with an attorney.
Understanding and Negotiating Contracts: Whether you are negotiating your lease, a managed care plan, the purchase of supplies and equipment, an employment agreement, or a contract with a vendor, understanding some basic legal concepts can help improve the outcome. This presentation will review the legal fundamentals of contract law and discuss how they apply to every contract your sign. In addition, we will review strategies that can level the playing field in contract negotiations.
Learning Objectives:
Explain how to efficiently, effectively, and economically utilize the services of an attorney
Explain how to work with an attorney to better achieve their desired outcomes
Discuss the basic concepts of contract law and contract construction
Discuss the traps and pitfalls that can be contained in a contract