James Han Mattson

Nov 17, 2024 | kevinmd.com | Mick Connors |Alpa Shah |Dawn Baker |James Han Mattson

There is something strangely captivating about the RVU (relative value unit) system in medicine. It’s as if it has become our own “precious”—a golden ring that offers power and financial viability, yet comes at a great cost. Just like the One Ring in Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings, the RVU system exerts a powerful, almost mesmerizing hold on the medical profession. It promises us control—of our practices, our autonomy, our livelihoods.

Oct 14, 2024 | mondaq.com | James Han Mattson

Following the High Court of Australia decision in Qantas Airways Limited v Transport Workers Union of Australia [2023] HCA 27, commentators have been warning that employees dismissed during probation may be able to bring a general protections claim under Part 3-1 of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) on the basis that their dismissal was to prevent them from exercising a future workplace right to bring an unfair dismissal claim.

Sep 18, 2024 | kevinmd.com | Muhamad Aly Rifai |Alpa Shah |Dawn Baker |James Han Mattson

As the crescendo of a seven-year alleged health care fraud investigation, the trial in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania opened in late April 2024. The trial is one of less than two percent of the federal criminal cases filed that ultimately end up in a jury trial. This flawed prosecution targeted an exemplary physician who, like the majority of physicians in the United States, has spent most of their lives in the service of the American people. “Good morning, ladies and gentlemen of the jury.

Jul 25, 2024 | mondaq.com | James Han Mattson

With new wage theft laws and higher penalties coming into play from 1 January 2025, businesses need to adopt a safety approach to wage compliance. The obligation of due diligence under safety laws is well known to business and its leaders. At its core, the duty of due diligence requires officers to understand the applicable legal obligations, assess compliance with those obligations, ensure resources exist for compliance and routinely audit for compliance.

Jun 10, 2024 | kevinmd.com | Arthur Lazarus |Alpa Shah |Dawn Baker |James Han Mattson

All writers want recognition of some sort. No? Recognition can take many forms, such as positive feedback, awards, or simply the knowledge that their work is being read and appreciated. However, it is important to note that motivation can vary among writers. Some may write primarily for personal satisfaction, to express themselves, or to contribute to a specific field or cause. Some writers write to make a living. In fact, professional writing can be a lucrative career.