

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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Apr 30, 2025 • 1h 2min
An Exclusive Look into the 2025 M&A Summit
In this special live episode from the M&A Summit in Las Vegas, hosts Brad and Michael team up with the Skytale Group to share essential financial and legal tips for preparing your exit strategy. Discover the five phases of an M&A deal, the impact of reputation on your practice's value, and key considerations for practice owners planning a sale. Whether you're selling soon or years down the road, learn how to build a more profitable business for market. Watch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadatto Stay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn

Apr 23, 2025 • 29min
Unintended Consequences: Informal Business Partnerships
In this episode, hosts Brad and Michael share the story of a plastic surgeon who paid the price of not having formal agreements with his “business partner.” Without clear legal terms, the partnership led to patient loss and operational setbacks. Tune in to learn why having a legal framework and protective agreements, like non-competes and NDAs, is key to protecting your practice from business fallouts. Watch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadatto Stay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn

Apr 16, 2025 • 28min
Unintended Consequences: Medical Marketing with Chris Suchánek
In this episode, hosts Brad and Michael sit down with Chris Suchánek founder of Firm Media, to explore the evolving landscape of medical marketing. After witnessing firsthand how larger firms worked with doctors, Chris built a marketing agency to provide a better, more effective approach for health care professionals. Tune in to learn the biggest pitfalls in medical marketing, how to maximize your ROI, and strategies to position your practice for long-term success. Watch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadatto Stay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn

Apr 9, 2025 • 30min
Unintended Consequences: Exit Strategy Drifting
In this episode, hosts Brad and Michael share the story of plastic surgeons who built a thriving practice with a clear vision for their exit strategy. Their plan was working—until new partners entered the picture. What started as a strategic decision ultimately led to the unraveling of the founders’ original exit plans. Learn key considerations when adding new partners, how to structure buy-ins and buyouts for alignment, and how to safeguard both your practice and your long-term success. Watch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadatto Stay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates: WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn

Apr 2, 2025 • 52min
Fan Favorite: LIVE From the 2024 Medical Spa Show
As we gear up for the 2025 Medical Spa Show next week, we are revisiting a fan-favorite episode recorded live at the 2024 Medical Spa Show! In this episode, hosts Brad and Michael share medical spa stories fit for Sin City. From the importance of solid workplace policies to the pitfalls of influencer marketing and a QR code redirect gone wrong, each story provides you with tools to navigate the complexities of medical spa compliance. Watch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadatto Stay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates: WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn

Mar 26, 2025 • 30min
Compliance: Membership Programs in Aesthetics
In this episode, hosts Brad and Michael, and partner Jay Reyero, break down the unique compliance challenges of membership programs in aesthetics. They discuss how state laws, gift card regulations, and medical board rules impact these programs — especially when expanding across state lines. Learn how to avoid common pitfalls and structure a profitable and compliant membership program. Watch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadatto Stay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates: WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn

Mar 19, 2025 • 29min
Compliance: Med Spa Solutions with Dr. Patrick Blake
In this episode, hosts Brad and Michael welcome Patrick Blake, MD, FAAD, dermatologist and co-founder of Portrait, to discuss the compliance challenges in the aesthetics industry. Dr. Blake shares his journey from clinician to entrepreneur and how Portrait helps med spas compete while prioritizing compliance. Learn how to navigate evolving compliance regulations, avoid common pitfalls, cut through misinformation, and protect your practice.Watch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadatto Stay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates:Website FacebookInstagramLinkedIn

Mar 12, 2025 • 30min
Compliance: Adding Anti-Aging Services to Your Practice
In this episode, hosts Brad and Michael along with guest and partner Jay Reyero, explore the critical role of compliance when adding anti-aging services like exosome therapy to your practice. They break down how legal business structures ensure the right person makes medical decisions, who can approve new treatments, and how FDA and medical board regulations shape treatment offerings. Tune in to learn the risks of non-compliance and how to protect your practice and patients.Tune in to learn the risks of non-compliance and how to protect your practice and patients. Watch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadatto Stay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn

Mar 5, 2025 • 29min
Compliance: When Can a Doctor Refuse Treatment
In this episode, Brad and Michael are joined by partner Jeff Segal, MD, JD. They discuss the legal and ethical dilemmas physicians face when personal conflicts intersect with patient care. Explore when doctors can legally terminate a patient relationship, when patient abandonment laws kick in, and strategies to manage unwanted patients while maintaining professionalism. Tune in for insights to help you confidently navigate complex patient relationships and protect your practice. Watch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadatto Stay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates: WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn

Feb 26, 2025 • 1h
SPECIAL: Compliance Considerations for Medical Weight Loss
In this episode, hosts Brad and Michael are joined by plastic surgeons leading the way in medical weight loss: Dr. Alan Durkin, Dr. Johnny Franco, and Dr. Jonathan Kaplan. They discuss the evolving regulatory landscape surrounding weight loss drugs like tirzepatide and semaglutide, the impact of the FDA removing certain drugs from the shortlist, and key compliance considerations for practices offering these treatments. Tune in for insights on navigating the complexities of medical weight loss from those shaping the industry. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadatto Stay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn


