Medical spas are now a popular destination for people who want fast, non-invasive cosmetic treatments in a calm, retail-like setting. But despite the spa-like environment, these are still medical procedures done in facilities subject to strict regulatory oversight. If...
For many Kentucky families, child-care centers are more than a place for their children to spend the day. Parents and guardians value these centers because they provide a foundation for learning, growth, and development while they are busy at work or studying in...
Senate Bill 245 makes several changes to Kentucky’s licensing and regulatory framework for businesses that sell tobacco, nicotine, and vapor products. The bill was designed, in part, to streamline the licensing process by establishing clearer requirements and creating...
If you have ever been involved in the buying or selling of a business, you have probably heard of a Letter of Intent (LOI). A LOI is a type of document frequently used to initiate a business transaction. Sales, purchases, mergers, and joint ventures all begin with...
Kentucky’s social work licensure laws are changing. Signed into law during the 2026 legislative session, House Bill 424 (HB 424) updates several provisions affecting social workers in an effort to modernize the state’s regulatory system and prepare...
Keeping on top of statutory updates is key to understanding the law. It is a constantly changing landscape. Not only is it an ever-evolving environment, but most people underestimate the impact statutory changes will have on their own lives. One area of the law, often...
A 4% reduction in Medicaid provider reimbursement rates might sound modest, but for Kentucky healthcare practices already operating at narrow margins, such a reduction can mean the difference between staying open and closing. Healthcare operations across Kentucky are...
One of the most highly regulated industries in this Commonwealth is health care. Due to this immense level of oversight, it is important for all those who are or who hope to practice medicine, or related occupations, in Kentucky to stay informed about regulations....
In 2022, the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) launched Access MFT, a strategic portability initiative designed to simplify licensure mobility for the marriage and family therapist (MFT) profession. After receiving unanimous approval in both...
A job ending can bring a mix of uncertainty, urgency, and pressure to make quick decisions. In the middle of that moment, some employees are presented with a severance agreement and asked to sign it within a short period of time. While it may appear to be a routine...
