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Lauren Ellerman

WHO IS THE CAPTAIN OF YOUR HEALTH CARE SHIP?
WHO IS THE CAPTAIN OF YOUR HEALTH CARE SHIP? 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

There was an article in our local paper today about Physician Assistants being used more and more in hospital settings and medical practices. I know of PA’s that treat depression, perform minor surgeries – they can almost do it all.When you go to a doctor, who is actually treating you?The…

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PRETEND DOCTOR
PRETEND DOCTOR 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

I went to highschool in Tampa Florida and occassionly find myself on the Tampa Newspaper Websites looking for news.Today I landed on what I can only call, an amazing story in the Tampa Tribune:“TAMPA – Sandra Rovhana doesn’t have a license to practice psychiatry, psychology or any healthcare profession, investigators…

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WHEN SHOULD YOU GET ADVICE ON YOUR NON-COMPETE?
WHEN SHOULD YOU GET ADVICE ON YOUR NON-COMPETE? 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

I do not know why this is, but here is a fact.Most people who call our office and want their non-compete reviewed, call on Thursday or Friday.Most people call right before they are going to quit and have another job offer on the table.Many of our prospective clients call toward…

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LAWSUIT OVER NURSING HOME STAFFING
LAWSUIT OVER NURSING HOME STAFFING 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

Our colleagues in California have filed a class action lawsuit against 22 nursing homes alleging the facilities failed to meet staffing requirements.We will keep an eye out as they try to hold companies accountable.We do not deny that most of the employees work very hard while on duty, but simply…

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CAN THEY FIRE YOU FOR FAILING TO SIGN A NON-COMPETE?
CAN THEY FIRE YOU FOR FAILING TO SIGN A NON-COMPETE? 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

This is a good question.The answer in Virginia is pretty much, YES, you can be lawfully fired for failing to sign a non-compete.That is, unless you have a written employment arrangement wherein each party agrees otherwise.Most employees in Virginia are considered at-will, which means you can be fired and or…

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SENDING COMPLAINT LETTERS TO YOUR DOCTOR
SENDING COMPLAINT LETTERS TO YOUR DOCTOR 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

My Grandfather was a gifted letter writer.He once wrote a toothpaste company and told them how much he enjoyed their product. They sent him a free case of toothpaste.After a fishing incident wherein is hearing-aide ended up in the Atlantic Ocean, and Grandad was able to use it again after…

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WHEELCHAIR NOT SECURED TO BUS CAUSED INJURY
WHEELCHAIR NOT SECURED TO BUS CAUSED INJURY 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

I am sure you have seen the well marked vans and transport buses in your Virginia city or town that provide for wheelchair transport. Sometimes they are owned by the City, sometimes by a private company, and other times owned and operated by retirement communities, nursing homes etc. These vehicles…

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NON-COMPETE GUARANTEE
NON-COMPETE GUARANTEE 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

Dan and I give our opinions on the validity of non-compete agreements everyday.Clients will ask us to review, analyze and evaluate their agreements under Virginia law. Occasionally, a client will ask us to guarantee that their agreement is or is not valid.Because there is no statute on non-compete agreements, and…

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ADVICE ON HELPING A LOVED ONE FIND A NURSING HOME
ADVICE ON HELPING A LOVED ONE FIND A NURSING HOME 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

Dan and I represent victims of medical neglect and abuse in Virginia long term care facilities, nursing homes and assisted living facilities.We see what happens when your loved one is neglected, forgotten about, does not receive proper care, does not receive proper attention etc.You don’t want to know what can…

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ADVICE COMPANIES GET REGARDING NON-COMPETES
ADVICE COMPANIES GET REGARDING NON-COMPETES 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

I am not going to advise ANY company to have a non-compete.I hate them.No seriously – hate is not too strong of a word in this instance.While I recognize that the existence of non-competes allows me to make a living, I am proud to be on the side that fights…

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