Joseph L. Fink III, JD, DSC (Hon.), BSPHARM, FAPhA

Professional standard of care has judicial affirmation

Multiple states have enacted legislation to rein in PBM practices

The incident highlights the benefits of out-of-court settlements in civil cases

Legal issues surfaced once again with the COVID-19 pandemic

Charges include conspiracy, mail fraud, and misbranding

Four years after congress passed it, the Hannon Act is helping veterans get better care

This interstate agreement can empower pharmacists to respond to large-scale emergencies

The law has impacted the number of physicians receiving payment from drug companies.

The claim is based on requested exemption from administering immunizations because of "needle phobia."

Serious on-the-job injury leads to chronic pain and permanent disability for construction worker.

New legislation allows community pharmacies to improve medication access in an outpatient setting.

Identity of business as source of medications supply can be kept confidential, supreme court rules.

FDA approvals of vaccines usually take 10 to 15 years, but the pandemic necessitates emergency action.

When a medication, intended for another patient, is dispensed in error, is the pharmacy liable?

Push continues for more access to EpiPens, but it is important to protect health care providers who administer the treatment.