Greatest Hits: Critical Legal Issues Every Orthodontist Should Know w/ Trey Lawrence

The Orthopreneurs Podcast with Dr. Glenn Krieger

In the latest installment of our Greatest Hits series, we revisit a special edition featuring Trey Lawrence, the newly appointed CEO of the American Association of Orthodontists, bringing you expert insights on the legal intricacies of managing an orthodontic or dental practice.
Trey, now at the helm as CEO, dives into critical legal topics that every orthodontist should be well-versed in, including:
- Conducting a legal issues inventory
- Navigating the challenges of team member termination
- Addressing HIPAA concerns related to social media case/image sharing
- Identifying and steering clear of problematic language in advertising
Whether you're an experienced orthodontist or new to the profession, this episode is a must-listen.
Trey shares practical tips on how to handle legal challenges and protect both yourself and your practice.
Join us for a return to our Greatest Hits series with Trey Lawrence, the CEO, as we explore the legal side of running a successful orthodontic practice.
Key Takeaways

Legal issues inventory (05:10)

Legal hurdles when firing an employee (13:11)

Reasonable accommodations at work (18:37)

Legal issues around posting cases/images on social media (24:33)

HIPAA violations with patient records (30:20)

Sweepstakes and fee-splitting laws (35:59)

8 words you should never use in dental advertising (44:21)
Additional Resources
Connect with Trey Lawrence
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trey-lawrence-238a3330/
- Instagram: @theorthattorney
- TikTok: @theorthattorney
- AAO Website: https://www2.aaoinfo.org/
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