The Department Of Labor (DOL) has released a final rule that revises overtime regulations under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Here are the key points: Salary Threshold Increase: Effective July 1, 2024, an executive, administrative, or professional employee must receive a salary equivalent to $43,888 per year to be classified as exempt. This threshold…
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The Biden-Harris Administration has launched a new option for individuals to report potential violations of the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA). This federal law ensures that hospitals provide emergency medical care to all patients, regardless of their ability to pay or insurance status. If someone believes their EMTALA rights have been violated, they can now easily…
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The Justice Department announced the formation of the Antitrust Division’s Task Force on Health Care Monopolies and Collusion (HCMC) on May 9, 2024. This task force will guide the division’s enforcement strategy and policy approach in health care, including policy advocacy, investigations, and civil and criminal enforcement in health care markets12. The HCMC aims to address monopolies and collusive practices that…
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The recent decision by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to ban noncompete agreements across various industries, including healthcare, heralds significant implications for physicians. This article delves into how this ban might reshape the landscape for doctors: Ban on Noncompete Agreements: The FTC has greenlit a ban on noncompete agreements, slated to take effect in four months,…
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