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Complying with HIPAA in California: What Healthcare and Business Attorneys Should Know

2025-09-05 13:00:00

2025-09-05 13:00:00

HIPAA compliance essentials for attorneys advising California healthcare businesses, covering federal-state distinctions, common pitfalls, and breach response.

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HIPAA compliance essentials for attorneys advising California healthcare businesses, covering federal-state distinctions, common pitfalls, and breach response.

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Course Overview

Mastering HIPAA Compliance for California Healthcare Attorneys

Participants will learn to navigate federal and California healthcare privacy requirements for medical spas, IV clinics, and concierge practices. Apply compliance strategies to protect clients from costly violations.

Regulatory Framework

Distinguish between HIPAA and CMIA requirements.

Liability Pitfalls

Identify common violations in communications and photos.

Policy Development

Implement compliant privacy and consent procedures.

Breach Response

Execute proper notification and containment protocols.

Course Overview

Mastering HIPAA Compliance for California Healthcare Attorneys

Participants will learn to navigate federal and California healthcare privacy requirements for medical spas, IV clinics, and concierge practices. Apply compliance strategies to protect clients from costly violations.

Regulatory Framework

Distinguish between HIPAA and CMIA requirements.

Liability Pitfalls

Identify common violations in communications and photos.

Policy Development

Implement compliant privacy and consent procedures.

Breach Response

Execute proper notification and containment protocols.

Why Attend

Why this 
program matters

Understanding HIPAA and California healthcare privacy law is essential for attorneys advising healthcare businesses because violations can result in substantial fines, private lawsuits, and mandatory corrective action plans.
289M
Healthcare records were exposed or impermissibly disclosed in the U.S. in 2024, the worst year ever for breached records. (HIPAA Journal, 2024 Healthcare Data Breach Report)
$7.4M
Average cost of a healthcare data breach in 2025, making healthcare the costliest industry for breaches for the fourteenth consecutive year. (IBM Cost of a Data Breach Report 2025)
374k+
HIPAA complaints received by HHS Office for Civil Rights since the Privacy Rule compliance date in April 2003. (HHS Enforcement Highlights)
55%
Of OCR financial penalties in 2022 were imposed on small medical practices, demonstrating that smaller healthcare organizations are not immune from HIPAA enforcement. (HIPAA Journal)

Agenda

Session 1

Federal HIPAA and California State Mandate Distinctions

Session 2

Common Legal Pitfalls and Healthcare Liability Risks

Session 3

Building Robust HIPAA Policies and Compliance Procedures

Session 4

Data Breach Ramifications and Violation Response Protocols

clock 1:00 pm - 1:15 pm EST

Federal HIPAA and California State Mandate Distinctions

David Holt

Holt Law

This session examines the interplay between federal HIPAA requirements and California’s stricter CMIA and CPRA rules. Attendees will learn which entities must comply, including medical spas, IV clinics, and concierge practices, as well as the critical role of business associate agreements.

David Holt

Holt Law

clock 1:15 pm - 1:30 pm EST

Common Legal Pitfalls and Healthcare Liability Risks

David Holt

Holt Law

This session identifies frequent compliance failures including improper texting, social media communications, and before-and-after photo sharing without consent. Participants will learn how staff practices like shared logins and improper intake form storage create significant liability exposure.

David Holt

Holt Law

clock 1:30 pm - 1:45 pm EST

Building Robust HIPAA Policies and Compliance Procedures

David Holt

Holt Law

This session provides a comprehensive compliance checklist covering HIPAA-compliant EMRs, PHI access controls, encryption, and business associate agreements. Attendees will learn employee training requirements, essential policy documents, and how to customize compliance programs for different healthcare practice types.

David Holt

Holt Law

clock 1:45 pm - 2:00 pm EST

Data Breach Ramifications and Violation Response Protocols

David Holt

Holt Law

This session covers immediate breach response actions during the critical first 24-48 hours, including documentation and containment strategies. Participants will explore financial consequences, proposed HIPAA rule changes requiring enhanced cybersecurity, and faster patient access timelines.

David Holt

Holt Law

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Key topics that will be covered

What will you learn

Attorneys will learn the distinctions between federal HIPAA and California CMIA requirements, common legal pitfalls, policy development strategies, and breach response protocols for healthcare businesses.

What will you gain

Attorneys will gain the ability to provide significant value to healthcare clients navigating complex regulatory landscapes while identifying compliant marketing opportunities competitors may overlook.

Federal vs. State
California CMIA adds stricter requirements on top of federal HIPAA law.
Who Complies
Medical spas, IV clinics, concierge practices, and business associates including law firms.
Common Pitfalls
Non-compliant texting, social media photos without consent, and shared staff logins create risk.
Required Policies
Notice of privacy practices, authorization forms, breach protocols, and photo consent policies.
Staff Training
Annual HIPAA training with written documentation is non-negotiable for all employees.
Breach Response
Stop exposure immediately, document everything, and follow notification rule timelines.

What will you learn

Attorneys will learn the distinctions between federal HIPAA and California CMIA requirements, common legal pitfalls, policy development strategies, and breach response protocols for healthcare businesses.

What will you gain

Attorneys will gain the ability to provide significant value to healthcare clients navigating complex regulatory landscapes while identifying compliant marketing opportunities competitors may overlook.

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Joe Ervin

The Law Firm for Truck Safety, LLP
A Partner at The Law Firm for Truck Safety. He focuses exclusively on cases involving commercial motor vehicle crashes and wrongful death. Joe also holds a valid class “A” commercial driver’s license with endorsements for double/triple trailers and tankers.

Education & Credentials

A 2013 graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in Dubois, Wyoming, Joe is rated AV Preeminent™ by Martindale-Hubbell — the highest peer rating for exceptional legal ability and ethics. He is among the first nine attorneys nationwide to earn board certification in Truck Accident Law from the National Board of Trial Advocacy.

Recognition & Leadership

Joe received the Roadway Safety Award from the American Association for Justice (AAJ) for his commitment to improving highway safety.
 He currently serves as Co-Chair of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA) Safety Committee, advocating for higher safety standards across the trucking industry.

Professional Involvement

Joe serves on the faculty of the AAJ Advanced Trial Advocacy College: Litigating Truck Collision Cases (2015 & 2024).
 He is an active member of AAJ’s Trucking Litigation Group and sits on the Board of Regents for the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys.

Experience

Joe frequently consults and co-counsels on complex commercial truck cases. His proven track record includes numerous successful trials against motor carriers and truck leasing companies — delivering justice for victims of commercial vehicle accidents.

Kevin Foley

Reminger Co
A Partner at The Law Firm for Truck Safety. He focuses exclusively on cases involving commercial motor vehicle crashes and wrongful death. Joe also holds a valid class “A” commercial driver’s license with endorsements for double/triple trailers and tankers.

Education & Credentials

A 2013 graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in Dubois, Wyoming, Joe is rated AV Preeminent™ by Martindale-Hubbell — the highest peer rating for exceptional legal ability and ethics. He is among the first nine attorneys nationwide to earn board certification in Truck Accident Law from the National Board of Trial Advocacy.

Recognition & Leadership

Joe received the Roadway Safety Award from the American Association for Justice (AAJ) for his commitment to improving highway safety.
 He currently serves as Co-Chair of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA) Safety Committee, advocating for higher safety standards across the trucking industry.

Professional Involvement

Joe serves on the faculty of the AAJ Advanced Trial Advocacy College: Litigating Truck Collision Cases (2015 & 2024).
 He is an active member of AAJ’s Trucking Litigation Group and sits on the Board of Regents for the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys.

Experience

Joe frequently consults and co-counsels on complex commercial truck cases. His proven track record includes numerous successful trials against motor carriers and truck leasing companies — delivering justice for victims of commercial vehicle accidents.

Grant H. Lawson

The Law Firm for Truck Safety, LLP
A Partner at The Law Firm for Truck Safety. He focuses exclusively on cases involving commercial motor vehicle crashes and wrongful death. Joe also holds a valid class “A” commercial driver’s license with endorsements for double/triple trailers and tankers.

Education & Credentials

A 2013 graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in Dubois, Wyoming, Joe is rated AV Preeminent™ by Martindale-Hubbell — the highest peer rating for exceptional legal ability and ethics. He is among the first nine attorneys nationwide to earn board certification in Truck Accident Law from the National Board of Trial Advocacy.

Recognition & Leadership

Joe received the Roadway Safety Award from the American Association for Justice (AAJ) for his commitment to improving highway safety.
 He currently serves as Co-Chair of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA) Safety Committee, advocating for higher safety standards across the trucking industry.

Professional Involvement

Joe serves on the faculty of the AAJ Advanced Trial Advocacy College: Litigating Truck Collision Cases (2015 & 2024).
 He is an active member of AAJ’s Trucking Litigation Group and sits on the Board of Regents for the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys.

Experience

Joe frequently consults and co-counsels on complex commercial truck cases. His proven track record includes numerous successful trials against motor carriers and truck leasing companies — delivering justice for victims of commercial vehicle accidents.

David Holt

Holt Law

David Holt

Holt Law

David Holt is the founder and CEO of Holt Law, a Minnesota and California-licensed firm that helps healthcare entrepreneurs navigate their industry’s unique legal challenges, specializing in regulatory frameworks and liability protection for group homes and licensed residential care settings.

Recognition & Leadership

Author of an upcoming book on healthcare legal strategies for business owners, set to launch in 2025.

Professional Involvement

Hosts his firm podcast and weekly educational show, advocates for improvements at the intersection of healthcare and legal compliance.

Experience

Extensive experience advising healthcare professionals, medical spa owners, and group home operators. Founder and CEO of DocuHealth, a platform that makes essential legal documents and training accessible to healthcare professionals.

David Holt

Holt Law

David Holt is the founder and CEO of Holt Law, a Minnesota and California-licensed firm that helps healthcare entrepreneurs navigate their industry’s unique legal challenges, specializing in regulatory frameworks and liability protection for group homes and licensed residential care settings.

Recognition & Leadership

Author of an upcoming book on healthcare legal strategies for business owners, set to launch in 2025.

Professional Involvement

Hosts his firm podcast and weekly educational show, advocates for improvements at the intersection of healthcare and legal compliance.

Experience

Extensive experience advising healthcare professionals, medical spa owners, and group home operators. Founder and CEO of DocuHealth, a platform that makes essential legal documents and training accessible to healthcare professionals.

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