

Legal 123s with ByrdAdatto
ByrdAdatto
ByrdAdatto is a national business and healthcare law firm with offices in Dallas and Chicago. Founding Partners Brad Adatto and Michael Byrd meet a lot of interesting people and learn their stories. Running a business can be overwhelming, especially trying to keep up with all of the rules and regulations. A seemingly simple business decision can completely destroy your business based on layers of regulations and other unknown factors. This podcast is dedicated to helping you simplify these complicated issues and to illustrate practical solutions to obstacles through the power and wisdom of real client stories.
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Mar 8, 2023 • 31min
Hard Conversations: Terminating a Contract
In this episode, we share the story of a plastic surgeon who blindly entered into an employment arrangement with a practice notorious for filing lawsuits against physicians who tried to leave. We explore key elements of physician employment agreements, including non-compete clauses, termination notices, bonuses, tail insurance, and financial considerations. Visit our website www.byrdadatto.com to learn more and to subscribe to the ByrdAdatto newsletter. Follow us on social media to stay up-to-date on the ByrdAdatto family. Finally, subscribe to our YouTube channel for short videos on breaking developments and interesting business and health care compliance topics. Visit https://byrdadatto.com/podcast/hard-conversations-terminating-a-contract/ to read the episode’s transcript which has been edited for readability.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ByrdAdatto/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ByrdAdatto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byrdadattolaw/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/byrdadatto YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6VSOw0W5lrrj4iIl1HxTbg

Mar 1, 2023 • 31min
Hard Conversations: Business Prenup
In this episode, we share the story of two best friends who turned enemies after starting their orthopedic surgery practice. We explore how their lack of hard conversations spiraled into a series of unfortunate events. Tune in as we discuss what happens when you don’t have things in writing, business break-ups, and how to avoid them by dealing with the “what ifs” upfront.Visit our website www.byrdadatto.com to learn more and to subscribe to the ByrdAdatto newsletter. Follow us on social media to stay up-to-date on the ByrdAdatto family. Finally, subscribe to our YouTube channel for short videos on breaking developments and interesting business and health care compliance topics. Visit https://byrdadatto.com/podcast/hard-conversations-business-prenup/ to read the episode’s transcript which has been edited for readability.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ByrdAdatto/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ByrdAdatto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byrdadattolaw/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/byrdadatto YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6VSOw0W5lrrj4iIl1HxTbg

Feb 22, 2023 • 58min
LIVE From the Medical Spa Show: Spotting the Red Flags
In this live recording of the Legal 123s with ByrdAdatto Podcast hosts Michael Byrd and Brad Adatto bring back the red “ding” button from season seven and discuss three stories with major red flags. Join us in this special episode as we use powerful stories to teach important compliance lessons for med spas, including med spa ownership, telemedicine for good faith exams, and estheticians and medical assistant scope of practice.Visit our website www.byrdadatto.com to learn more and to subscribe to the ByrdAdatto newsletter. Follow us on social media to stay up-to-date on the ByrdAdatto family. Finally, subscribe to our YouTube channel for short videos on breaking developments and interesting business and health care compliance topics. Visit https://byrdadatto.com/podcast/live-from-the-medical-spa-show-spotting-the-red-flags/ to read the episode’s transcript which has been edited for readability.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ByrdAdatto/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ByrdAdatto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byrdadattolaw/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/byrdadatto YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6VSOw0W5lrrj4iIl1HxTbg

Feb 15, 2023 • 33min
Hard Conversations: Owner Decision Making
The thrill of starting a practice can be intoxicating. However, just because you are an owner does not mean you can control the day-to-day running of the business. In this episode, we share the story of three dermatologists who started a medical practice and the strain that arose when two of them wanted to expand the practice. Tune in as we discuss the fiduciary duties of board members to the practice and how the owners could have avoided this situation. Visit our website www.byrdadatto.com to learn more and to subscribe to the ByrdAdatto newsletter. Follow us on social media to stay up-to-date on the ByrdAdatto family. Finally, subscribe to our YouTube channel for short videos on breaking developments and interesting business and health care compliance topics. Visit https://byrdadatto.com/podcast/hard-conversations-owner-decision-making/ to read the episode’s transcript which has been edited for readability.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ByrdAdatto/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ByrdAdatto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byrdadattolaw/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/byrdadatto YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6VSOw0W5lrrj4iIl1HxTbg

Feb 8, 2023 • 31min
Hard Conversations: Partner Compensation
Join hosts Michael Byrd and Brad Adatto as they delve into the tech start-up world and share the story of two Harvard roommates with a big idea. We walk through the legal lessons learned from the lack of hard conversations in this venture. Tune in as we discuss the importance of defining roles and responsibilities, compensation models, and setting realistic expectations when starting a business.Visit our website www.byrdadatto.com to learn more and to subscribe to the ByrdAdatto newsletter. Follow us on social media to stay up-to-date on the ByrdAdatto family. Finally, subscribe to our YouTube channel for short videos on breaking developments and interesting business and health care compliance topics.Visit https://byrdadatto.com/podcast/hard-conversations-partner-compensation/ to read the episode’s transcript which has been edited for readability.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ByrdAdatto/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ByrdAdattoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/byrdadattolaw/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/byrdadattoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6VSOw0W5lrrj4iIl1HxTbg

Feb 1, 2023 • 32min
Hard Conversations: Selling Your Practice to Your Associates
In this episode, we share the story of a successful ENT (ear, nose, and throat) doctor who decided to sell his practice to his younger associate. We walk through the financial aspects of selling a medical practice, including valuation approaches. Tune in for strategies to overcome common legal hurdles during a sale and advise on approaching sensitive topics surrounding transitions.Visit our website www.byrdadatto.com to learn more and to subscribe to the ByrdAdatto newsletter. Follow us on social media to stay up-to-date on the ByrdAdatto family. Finally, subscribe to our YouTube channel for short videos on breaking developments and interesting business and health care compliance topics. Visit https://byrdadatto.com/podcast/selling-your-medical-practice-to-your-associate/ to read the episode’s transcript which has been edited for readability.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ByrdAdatto/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ByrdAdatto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byrdadattolaw/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/byrdadattoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6VSOw0W5lrrj4iIl1HxTbg

Jan 25, 2023 • 34min
Hard Conversations: M&A Negotiations
In this episode, we share the story of a physician who was approached by a large private equity firm seeking to acquire his practice. ByrdAdatto partner, and series regular, Jay Reyero joins us to discuss how to navigate unsolicited offers, and the hard conversations that can happen throughout an M&A deal. Visit our website www.byrdadatto.com to learn more and to subscribe to the ByrdAdatto newsletter. Follow us on social media to stay up-to-date on the ByrdAdatto family. Finally, subscribe to our YouTube channel for short videos on breaking developments and interesting business and health care compliance topics. Visit https://byrdadatto.com/podcast/hard-conversations-m-and-a-negotiations/ to read the episode’s transcript which has been edited for readability.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ByrdAdatto/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ByrdAdatto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byrdadattolaw/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/byrdadatto YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6VSOw0W5lrrj4iIl1HxTbg

Jan 18, 2023 • 30min
Hard Conversations: IV Bar – Choosing Compliance
Like many “non-invasive” procedures, IV therapy has been the Wild West from a compliance perspective. Tune in as we share a client story and address whether IV therapy is considered the practice of medicine. We also discuss the rules and regulations surrounding IV therapy, RN scope of practice, and the good faith exam.Visit our website www.byrdadatto.com to learn more and to subscribe to the ByrdAdatto newsletter. Follow us on social media to stay up-to-date on the ByrdAdatto family. Finally, subscribe to our YouTube channel for short videos on breaking developments and interesting business and health care compliance topics. Visit https://byrdadatto.com/podcast/iv-bar-choosing-compliance/ to read the episode’s transcript which has been edited for readability.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ByrdAdatto/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ByrdAdatto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byrdadattolaw/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/byrdadatto YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6VSOw0W5lrrj4iIl1HxTbg

Jan 11, 2023 • 33min
Hard Conversations: The Avoidance Strategy
Hosts Michael Byrd and Brad Adatto share the story of an orthopedic surgeon who thought he was proactive by avoiding a difficult conversation, only for it to backfire on him. Tune in as we discuss restrictive covenants, the Massachusetts Noncompetition Act (MNCA), and the truth about non-compete agreement enforceability.Visit our website www.byrdadatto.com to learn more about ByrdAdatto, and to subscribe to our newsletter. Visit https://byrdadatto.com/podcast/hard-conversations-the-avoidance-strategy/ to read the episode’s transcript which has been edited for readability.Follow us on social media to stay up-to-date on the ByrdAdatto family, and business and health care legal news:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ByrdAdatto/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ByrdAdatto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byrdadattolaw/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/byrdadatto Finally, subscribe to our YouTube channel for short videos on breaking developments and interesting business and health care compliance topics. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6VSOw0W5lrrj4iIl1HxTbg

Jan 4, 2023 • 31min
Hard Conversations: Negotiating an Employment Agreement
Tune in for the first episode of Season 11! This season’s theme is Hard Conversations, and in each episode we will share teachable moments from real client stories. Join us as we share the story of a young plastic surgeon who had the opportunity to join a famous practice. We discuss non-compete agreements, contingency plans, and the importance of setting expectations on the front-end. Visit our website www.byrdadatto.com to learn more and to subscribe to the ByrdAdatto newsletter. Follow us on social media to stay up-to-date on the ByrdAdatto family. Finally, subscribe to our YouTube channel for short videos on breaking developments and interesting business and health care compliance topics. Visit https://byrdadatto.com/podcast/hard-conversations-negotiating-an-employment-agreement/ to read the episode’s transcript which has been edited for readability.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ByrdAdatto/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ByrdAdatto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byrdadattolaw/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/byrdadatto YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6VSOw0W5lrrj4iIl1HxTbg


