Georgia law is somewhat equivocal regarding the unlicensed corporate practice of dentistry. However, I believe most other states take a much more definitive stance. In Texas, there have already been several rulings against OCA, which OCA has appealed to the Fifth Circuit.  In the Michaels case in Chicago, the District Court Judge found the SEC 8K in which Bart stated that OCA was a "partner" with their affiliated doctors to be extremely compelling 0 - something Judge Jerry in New Orleans found to be a big "ho hum."  (For details on the ruling, read the documents available on OCA's blog.)

 

I know someone who has been following the Hobson case.  His victory at trial in 2004 on Breach of Contract issue excused him from further performance, which OCA did not challenge. (The jury found that the secret overcharges hidden in "corporate allocations" constitued a clear breach of the contract.)  However, OCA appealed the subsequent award of attorneys's fees of about a half million dollars.  After the appeals court found in favor of Dr. Hobson,  OCA was still trying to go sideways until the original trial court judge blasted them and told them to pay up or else!  Funny, there wan't any mention of Dr. H. having recently cashed that check on their blog.  Objective reporting?  I think not!

 

The forgoing series of posts is entirely my own, personal opinion, based on information I hope is reliable. For legal advice and interpretation of court opinions, consult a licensed attorney!   Federal court documents (rulings, pleadings, etc.,) continue to be available on PACER, which is available to non-attorneys who take the time to register.