Back it up
Consider system backup procedures . A system crash , fire , water damage , or any other event resulting in lost data sets the stage for not just one possible malpractice action , but several .
Conclusion
DO YOU NEED an expert investigator ? Investigative assistance ?
A digital practice can be a reality with proper planning and the right policies and procedures .
This column originally appeared in the December 2021 issue of the “ Michigan Bar Journal .” Reprinted with the permission of the State Bar of Michigan .
JoAnn L . Hathaway is a practice management advisor for the State Bar of Michigan .
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