Abstract
This "Dentistry and the Law" column by MDA Legal Counsel Dan Schulte addresses the process by which the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) initiates investigations against dental professionals. He explains that most investigations begin with a filed allegation, which can come from various sources, including patients, ex-employees, insurers, and other dentists.
LARA is required to review all allegations and generally needs authorization from the Board of Dentistry to proceed with an investigation, unless immediate jeopardy exists or the licensee has a history of substantiated allegations or significant malpractice settlements. The column highlights that LARA may possess more information about a licensee than what is publicly known.
Recommended Citation
Schulte, Daniel JD
(2025)
"Dentistry and the Law: What Causes a LARA Investigation?,"
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association: Vol. 107:
No.
5, Article 5.
Available at:
https://commons.ada.org/journalmichigandentalassociation/vol107/iss5/5
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