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Christopher J. Allen, DVM, JD


Christopher J. Allen, DVM, JD is president of the Associates in Veterinary Law P.C., which provides legal and consulting services exclusively to veterinarians. He can be reached via e-mail at info@veterinarylaw.com. Dr. Allen serves on DVM Newsmagazine's Editorial Advisory Board.

Articles
The patient care disconnect: Assessing your liability when communication fails
September 1, 2009

Legal liability is a potential problem for all businesses, including veterinarians. And the larger the business, the greater the risk.

Breaching a non-compete clause has consequences
August 1, 2009

Much more is at stake than enforceability; your career is at risk.

The amorphous buy-in offer
July 1, 2009

One of the more stressful times in a veterinarian's employment relationship is contract-signing or contract-renewal time.

Information is power when it comes to pet 'lemon' laws
June 1, 2009

There are new reasons to exercise care during initial examinations.

What you can do to help save your job
April 1, 2009

Finding ways to generate revenue and cut costs can make you indispensable

Euthanasia's legal side: Issues DVMs must consider
March 1, 2009

The moment of a pet's euthanasia nearly always is difficult for the owner and is troubling for the veterinarian.

Thinking of converting a building into a clinic?
February 1, 2009

The prospect of building an all-new practice facility is a daunting one, especially for veterinarians who have not owned a practice before.

Protecting yourself from 'pet battery' lawsuits
January 1, 2009

One of the most surprising things I learned in law school was the legal definition of "battery." A similar principle applies to the veterinarian who performs an act on an animal without the permission of its owner.

Hiring a relief vet?
December 1, 2008

Several factors determine whether they're subcontractors or employees.

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