If you own a pharmacy, you need to have a pharmaceutical contract lawyer on retainer. You might not think that you need one, but that's simply not true. The fact is that anyone who is in the medical industry needs to have at least one lawyer on retainer. That's because there are so many legal issues involved in the industry. One mistake could land you in serious legal trouble. However, if you have a lawyer on retainer, they can give you the guidance you need to avoid the legal problems. Not only that but if you do find yourself facing a lawsuit or other legal troubles, your lawyer will be familiar with your practices. Here are just three of the ways that a pharmaceutical contract lawyer will be beneficial to the operations of your pharmacy.

1. Assistance with Policies and Procedures

When you own a pharmacy, you need to be concerned with a wide variety of policies and procedures. Falling out of compliance with any of them can land you in serious legal trouble. As a pharmacist, you'll need to be concerned with policies and procedures associated with HIPPA, DEA regulations, state and DEA inventory regulations, and drug storage. Not to mention the policies and procedures required for your entire staff. With so many policies and procedures, it can be difficult to keep track of all of them. That's where your lawyer comes in handy. They'll stay current on all the changes so that you can avoid compliance issues.

2. Protection During Audits and Inspections

If you own a pharmacy, it's just a matter of time before you're faced with audits and inspections. During those audits and inspections, every inch of your pharmacy will be gone over with a fine-toothed comb, including the drug storage area and all of your records. Your lawyer will provide you with the necessary protection during those audits and inspections, including the assistance with any errors that might be discovered during the process. They'll also help you deal with any actions that might be taken as an outcome of the procedures.

3. Assistance with Employee Contracts

If you have contracted employees on your staff, you'll need to be diligent about how those contracts are handled. Problems with labor laws, certification, or issues related to compliance, can cause serious problems for you and your pharmacy. Your pharmaceutical contract lawyer will ensure that your contracts are all in order and that you'll have the legal representation you need should a contract dispute arise.

Contact a company like Contracts Associates Inc for more information. 

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