News & Consumer Advice

Over a year ago, we brought you the case of a dentist who ditched out on his patients. He took money for work that he never finished, then vanished. Now, more than a year later, his former patients have been left in the lurch again.

When closing an office, a dentist has a number of obligation to their clients, as well as to many other entities with whom the dentist may hold contractual relationships. Some of these obligations are enshrined in law or public policy, so following them is crucial.