Law & Ethics

Learn how new healthcare laws mean big changes for your veterinary practice.

Tethering or restraining dogs in an inhumane fasion will soon become a crime in Louisiana.

Kansas City -- Of all the regulatory issues veterinarians face, the use and storage of controlled substances can be the most contentious.

There's more at stake than a fine when you mishandle client and employee information

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Portland, Ore. -- A former chief of staff at a Banfield hospital in Oregon filed suit against the corporate veterinary practice, claiming unlawful workplace discrimination and wrongful termination.

New Orleans -- The Big Easy is is taking a hard line on irresponsible pet ownership, according to a new ordinance recently enacted by its city council.

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National Report -- Lawmakers in Rhode Island, California and Louisiana are considering registries to keep tabs on people convicted of animal abuse.

Washington -- The sale of videos depicting animal cruelty and torture for entertainment purposes no longer is illegal, according to a ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court.

Boston -- Devocalizing a dog or cat without medical cause will be a felony in Massachusetts if Gov. Deval Patrick signs a newly presented bill into law.

Lafayette, Colo. - Sometimes controversy comes in small packages.

Veterinarians struggle to comply with rules no one understands.

Secure your clients' and team members' private information against identity theft and mitigate your own risk of future fines

An amendment could exempt certain businesses, including veterinarians, from the Red Flags Rule.

The black market dog trade is vast and some believe it's growing.

Do we have a problem with pet overpopulation or pet distribution?

Stay up-to-date on regulatory and legislative changes by state..

Providence, R.I. -- A state senator withdrew legislation that would have forced animal-control officers to impound feral cats.

Albany, N.Y. - A sharp increase in "dog-nappings" recorded by the American Kennel Club (AKC) last year has resulted in the introduction of two new laws in New York that would make pet theft penalties more harsh.

The cost of an advanced degree is becoming nearly impossible for graduates to pay in a reasonable time.

A Calif. vet is alleging extortion in a lawsuit filed on Feb. 24 against Yelp, an online review site for consumers.

West Hollywood -- Retail pet sales will become illegal in West Hollywood beginning March 19.

A ban on cat and dog retail sales is very close to becoming official.

In the world of veterinary employment agreements, the sun shines mostly on the same old points of contention.

I realized that humanity probably really is getting dumber and the reason may be the very technology that promised to improve our lives.

Arizona court joins ranks with California and Vermont judges in saying "no" to emotional damages cases

A new campaign to redefine livestock housing in Ohio was announced Feb. 1.