Law & Ethics
Oregon woman sentenced for wire fraud and illegal animal drug distribution
The defendant co-conspirators defrauded potential pet owners through a animal rescue operation.
2024 veterinary news in review: #1
The top dvm360 news story of 2024 is revealed in the final installment of this 20-part series
2024 veterinary news in review: #6
dvm360 is counting down the Top 20 news stories and articles from 2024 with this series of spotlights
Ontario introduces new bill to protect wildlife amid lack of zoo regulation in Canada
The Captive Wildlife Protection Act, 2024 would require licensing for zoos, ban the use of wildlife animals for certain activities, and more
Dog-breeding research company to be sentenced for inhumane treatment of Beagles and environmental violations
Following its guilty plea, Envigo will pay the largest-ever fine in an animal welfare case
A subsidiary of a publicly traded company pleads guilty to multiple fraud offenses
US Compounding Inc pleads guilty to multiple offenses and its vice president indicted
Florida bill expands veterinary healthcare access
The PETS Act will allow veterinarians in Florida to offer telemedicine services
AVMA House votes to pass new policy on animal transport
The new policy was passed in support of humane animal transport amid an increase in animal transportation distance
AVMA delegates approve changes to veterinary medicine ethics policy
The AVMA House of Delegates voted to approve revisions to the Principles of Veterinary Medical Ethics
USDA’s strengthened Horse Protection Act draws AVMA and AAEP support
Effective February 1, 2025, the new regulations are an effort by the federal agency to put an end to the practice of horse soring
Animal health company sentenced for drug misbranding
Covetrus pleaded guilty to the criminal charge and was sentenced to probation as well as fines and forfeitures.
New labeling regulations proposed by FDA for animal drugs
The Proposed Rule aims to improve content submission and format consistency
Dogs rescued from living in filthy conditions in New Jersey
A self-claimed animal rescue group in Vernon Township, NJ is facing animal cruelty charges
Man selling fraudulent canine cancer drugs sentenced to 97 months in prison
The defendant defrauded 900 pet owners out of almost $1 million
A new Petfax Act bill has been introduced in Congress
The legislation promotes informed pet purchases, and helps to combat unregulated, puppy mills
Unlicensed veterinary clinic shut down in Florida
Three men were detained after an anonymous tip was received that they were running an animal health clinic without a license
Veterinarian files whistleblower and retaliation lawsuit against former employer
Mariana Pardo, BVSc, MV, DACVECC, was allegedly fired after witnessing unlawful practices and filing a complaint at the clinic
USDA permanently revokes license of Virginia breeders
Citing numerous violations of the Animal Welfare Act, a court order oversaw the surrender of approximately 200 animals and fines of more than $300,000
Talking politics in the clinic
Conversations between veterinary professionals and clients should be limited to appropriate discussions
FDA issues warnings of unapproved antimicrobial animal drugs
Nine manufacturers and distributors received warning letters with concerns about federal law violations
AVMA congressional fellow secures spot in congressional office
The year-long position places the AVMA congressional fellow as a full-time staff member in a congresswoman’s office
Why not a virtual VCPR?
What veterinarians need to know to provide the best patient care and protect public health
Do you have the right to remain silent?
A case of confidentiality highlights how privacy is managed with patient records
US Senate bill aimed at increasing access to veterinary care
The Rural Veterinary Workforce Act is a bipartisan effort that was brought to the House of Representatives earlier this year
Federal court orders prescription animal drug supplier to pay more than $11M
Midwest Veterinary Supply was also sentenced to 1 year probation for distributing “misbranded” pharmaceuticals
Updates on state legislation for veterinary virtual care
How legalized virtual veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR) can change veterinary medicine
Off to the Races with the xylazine state of affairs
Xylazine has quickly moved from a pole position to breaking maiden as a non-human drug leading charge into a new human health crisis.
Midwest Veterinary Supply pleads guilty to introducing misbranded drugs
The Minnesota-based company will forfeit over $10 million in criminal fees and forfeiture
The biggest legal threat to veterinary professionals
In an interview with dvm360®, Gary Harker explains the legal threats veterinary professionals face in this industry
How to set yourself up with lawsuit protection
In an interview with dvm360®, Gary Harker explains how veterinary practices can eliminate the threat of lawsuits
