An inaccurate performance improvement plan (PIP) includes false claims, vague criticism, or expectations that no one can clearly define or measure. Organizations design PIPs to support improvement, but a flawed one often creates confusion and puts your role at risk.
As a physician, when you fail make accurate diagnoses or provide proper treatment, even unintentionally, the consequences can extend beyond patient harm to professional discipline. Gardner Employment Law advises physicians facing scrutiny from the Texas Medical Board. The following case,
When you’re off on FMLA for a medical issue, have you wondered whether just the time at the doctor’s office is covered or is the travel time also covered? That distinction can matter, especially when appointments involve long travel times
A physician’s contract often states that the compensation cannot take into account the “volume or value of referrals.” But what exactly is a “referral” under the Stark Law? The answer is broader than you may expect, and misunderstanding “referral” can
Physician-patient relationships are grounded in trust. With the patient’s trust comes a strong boundary line that a physician may never cross. When physician-patient boundaries blur, the consequences can be severe. Gardner Employment Law provides professional legal advice to physicians when
