The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) have issued a fourth temporary extension[1] (the “Fourth Temporary Extension”) of rules that allow providers to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine without an initial in-person exam through December 31, 2026. These rules, first introduced during the COVID-19 public health emergency,…
By: Desalina A. Williams and Jodi R. Bohr In 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (the “FTC” or “Commission”) finalized a rule that prohibited noncompete clauses in employment agreements.[1] This rule sparked significant discourse across various industries. However, the rule was never enforced because a Texas federal court issued a nationwide injunction blocking the FTC’s rule…
We are pleased to announce today that Chambers USA ranked Milligan Lawless, P.C. and 4 of our attorneys among the best in Arizona for 2025. Among Arizona law firms, Milligan Lawless achieved a Band 1 ranking, Chambers USA’s highest recognition, in the Healthcare practice area. Chambers USA is an annual ranking that assesses each law…
For the first time in over a decade, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has proposed an update to modify the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) Security Rule (the “Security Rule”). OCR stated that its goal of the proposed rule[1] (the “Proposed Rule”), is…
The Arizona Controlled Substances Prescription Monitoring Program (“PMP”) was established in 2007 and provides the State of Arizona with a central database to track the dispensing of controlled substances. The PMP is designed to assist providers in making better-informed decisions and help “prevent the diversion and misuse of controlled substances at the provider, pharmacy, and…
We are pleased to announce today that Chambers USA ranked Milligan Lawless, P.C. and 4 of our attorneys among the best in Arizona for 2024. Among Arizona law firms, Milligan Lawless achieved a Band 1 ranking, Chambers USA’s highest recognition, in the Healthcare practice area. Chambers USA is an annual ranking that assesses each law…
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