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Idaho’s Healthcare Entities and the FTC’s Proposed Non-compete Ban
On Jan. 5, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) proposed a rule which would effectively ban employers from using non-compete agreements. Specifically, the rule prohibits employers from: 1)...
2023 Idaho Legislative Update: Bills Related to Abortion, Telehealth, Informed Consent, and Gender Affirming Care
On April 6, 2023, the Idaho Legislature adjourned sine die. The Idaho Legislature passed many bills impacting the healthcare industry, including laws controlling abortion, telehealth, and more....
Reflecting on Eight Years of Building a Law Firm that Does it Differently
Smith + Malek was born in 2015 after I knew that my founding partner, Peter Smith IV, and I were in alignment to make the world a better place by introducing a law firm that does things differently....
5 Ways to Strengthen Your Approach to Provider Contracts in 2023
Whether you’re a provider or a healthcare employer, the hiring process is multilayered and complex, especially when it comes to contracts. When providers and employers aren’t clear on terms at the...
Top 6 Best Practices for Starting a Rental Property in Washington
Buyers and sellers alike have taken a front row seat as the housing market has boomed since the start of the pandemic, and while the buyer-frenzy has slowed, the landscape continues to present...
In Support of Alternative Dispute Resolution
Author: Smith + Malek’s Litigation Team Handling a legal dispute outside of the court system can be in both the plaintiff’s and defendant’s best interest. Alternative dispute resolution...
How to Build an Internship Program That Creates Great Employees
According to the National Survey of College Internships (NSCI) 2021 Report, one in four students (25%) reported having less than satisfactory internship experiences, highlighting that ample work...
Three Things Healthcare Companies Can do to Improve their 2023 Healthcare Policies
Smith + Malek focuses on several different areas of law. One of the main sectors we concentrate on is business and healthcare law. With offices in Idaho and Washington, our firm is very proud of...