Comprehensive Support for Chiropractors’ Professional and Legal Needs
At Malecki Brooks Ford Law Group, LLC, we recognize the unique legal challenges faced by chiropractic physicians and chiropractors in their professional practice. Our attorneys combine in-depth knowledge and extensive experience, with over 300 years of collective legal practice, to offer strong support at any stage in your career. Founded in 2017, our team is made up of highly seasoned attorneys with first-hand experience as in-house counsel and compliance officers in health care settings.
Our multidisciplinary team of health care lawyers is committed to serving chiropractors with a variety of legal services. Whether you need assistance with contract review, compliance issues, risk management, labor and employment concerns or litigation and license defense, we have the skills and dedication to help you. Based in Chicagoland, we represent chiropractic physicians and chiropractors licensed in all states. Our loyalty to health care providers is fierce, and we stand by our promise to not only stand up for you but also to stand with you. Our six-pronged approach ensures that we empower you, provide proactive solutions, respond promptly, remain cost-effective and keep you fully informed at all times.
Your Ally in Business, Regulatory and Litigation Concerns
In business concerns, Malecki Brooks Ford provides comprehensive guidance on a variety of issues. We can assist you with contract review and negotiation, practice formation, business mergers and acquisitions, equipment leasing, real estate transactions, and employment law concerns. We understand the strain of owning and operating your own practice. You can trust us to help shoulder the legal burden so you can focus on your patients.
We understand the importance of navigating regulatory and compliance concerns with precision. We have experience helping chiropractors with billing, coding issues and compliance assessments. You can count on us for general legal counsel tailored to the needs of your chiropractic practice.
When it comes to protecting your license and your right to practice, our attorneys will help you stand against legal threats. We offer pre-litigation counsel and robust defense in litigation, ensuring your voice is heard before various regulatory bodies.
Which Regulatory Agencies Oversee Illinois Chiropractic Physicians?
In Illinois, chiropractors are primarily regulated by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). This agency oversees licensing, investigates complaints, enforces professional standards and can take disciplinary action against licensees. Chiropractors must comply with the Illinois Medical Practice Act, administrative rules established by the IDFPR and applicable federal and state health care laws.
Understanding the expectations and procedures of this agency is critical for maintaining licensure and protecting your professional reputation. At Malecki Brooks Ford Law Group, LLC, we offer tailored legal guidance to help chiropractors remain in compliance and respond effectively to any interaction with the IDFPR.
What Should Chiropractors Do If Under Investigation by The IDFPR?
If you are under investigation by the IDFPR, or even if you receive notice of a pending complaint, it is essential to seek legal representation as early as possible. Many chiropractors make the mistake on their own of trying to resolve the issue directly with the investigator, which can result in unintended admissions or procedural missteps. Even informal inquiries can evolve into formal investigations that place your license and livelihood at risk.
At Malecki Brooks Ford Law Group, LLC, we help clients respond to investigations, protect their rights in administrative proceedings and challenge complaints and disciplinary actions when necessary. Early action can make a significant difference in the outcome.
Where Does Malecki Brooks Ford Law Group, LLC, Represent Chiropractors?
While we are based in the greater Chicago area, our reach extends beyond city limits. We serve chiropractors throughout Chicagoland, across the state of Illinois and throughout the broader Midwest. Whether you operate a solo practice, manage a multilocation group or are navigating legal challenges that cross state lines, we encourage you to contact our team to discuss how we can help. We regularly work with chiropractors from both urban and rural communities and tailor our approach to the specific geographic and regulatory nuances affecting each client.
When Should Chiropractors Contact an Attorney?
Chiropractors should seek legal counsel at the earliest sign of a legal or regulatory issue – before contracts are signed, before employment disputes escalate and before responding to a licensing complaint. Early legal guidance allows you to make strategic decisions that can protect your practice, your license and your reputation. Whether you’re facing a business issue, employment question or regulatory concern, our team is ready to help.
Protect Your Practice, Partner with Us
Do not let legal complexities hold back your chiropractic career. Partner with Malecki Brooks Ford for tailored legal solutions that protect and enhance your professional practice. The following attorneys serve chiropractic physicians and chiropractors:
Contact us by calling 630-912-6146 or fill out our online contact form to schedule a consultation.