Dental offices are subject to a new law that requires employers to rehire staff members who were let go during the pandemic. California Senate Bill 93, known as the “right to recall” law, is a hiring mandate that protects workers in hospitality, building maintenance...

Starting a new dental practice is an exciting yet challenging endeavor. Investing in an established practice with existing patients, for instance, is no guarantee that new ownership will pick up right up where the previous owner left off. Complex transactions and big...

Dental offices, along with other business, are subject to federal and state paid sick leave laws related to COVID-19, which were recently passed at the federal and state level. The changes include provisions that expand sick leave eligibility, including the broadening...

Two new waivers issued by the Department of Consumer Affairs provide greater flexibility to dental professionals and students who are helping in the fight to stop the spread of COVID-19 through the administration of vaccines. Late last month, the Department of...

The California Supreme Court is asking workplaces to uphold stronger meal-time policies that protect employees and encourage them to take breaks on time. This ruling is a great reminder to dental practices to watch out for any noncompliant meal break practices and to...

As the country expands vaccine access, the federal government is asking for more professionals to help administer the vaccine, including dentists. Dental professionals are now authorized to administer the COVID-19 vaccine as the government gears up the vaccine...

Unfortunately, not everyone sees eye to eye when it comes to enhanced safety measures that can help stop the spread of COVID-19. Dental offices have stepped up and implemented health and safety guidelines that enable their patients to receive essential medical care...

Employer classification of employees using the “ABC” test may apply retroactively for wage purposes with some exceptions, including some within the dental industry, the California Supreme Court ruled in mid-January. The ruling means employers will use the stricter...

A new streamlined form for processing PPP loan forgiveness was recently made available by the U.S. Small Business Administration. Established through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, PPP provides small businesses with the financial flexibility...

Dentists, hygienists, dental students and other dental professionals are prioritized for COVID-19 vaccinations, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The agency’s advisory committee on immunization practices made the recommendation to prioritize...