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Review of Recent Enforcement Actions by the TSBPA

December 04, 2024Accountant License Defense,Professional License Defense

Review of Recent Enforcement Actions by the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy

The Texas State Board of Public Accountancy (TSBPA) licenses and regulates certified public accountants (CPAs). Therefore, the TSBPA receives complaints about CPAs who have allegedly violated the laws and rules that govern them. If sufficient evidence of a violation exists, the TSBPA can bring formal enforcement action against CPAs.  Obtaining experienced legal counsel to represent your interests in disciplinary proceedings before the TSBPA is crucial. Representation by experienced legal counsel is often significant in reaching...

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TSBPA Recent Enforcement Actions

August 18, 2024Accountant License Defense,Professional License Defense

Texas State Board of Public Accountancy Recent Enforcement Actions

The Texas State Board of Public Accountancy (the Board) licenses and regulates certified professional accountants (CPAs) throughout the state of Texas. As a result, all complaints against CPAs go to the Board for investigation. The Board also files formal disciplinary charges when warranted, handles contested proceedings, and works to resolve these disciplinary proceedings. As the outcome of disciplinary proceedings can be severe, you should not hesitate to contact an experienced CPA license defense lawyer for...

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Texas State Board of Public Accountancy Assesses $3M Penalty Against Ernst & Young LLP

May 19, 2024Accountant License Defense

Texas State Board of Public Accountancy Assesses $3M Penalty Against Ernst & Young LLP

The Texas State Board of Public Accountancy (TSBPA) licenses and regulates certified public accountants (CPAs). Therefore, TSBPA also investigates and prosecutes CPAs and CPA firms for alleged violations of the Public Accountancy Act or TSBPA rules. The TSBPA recently made headlines when it announced the imposition of a $3 million administrative penalty against Ernst & Young LLP, the largest penalty the TSBPA has assessed against a CPA firm in history. The sanctions that CPAs may...

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What is the Accountants Confidential Assistance Network

May 09, 2024Accountant License Defense,Professional License Defense

What is the Accountants Confidential Assistance Network?

The Texas State Board of Public Accountancy (TSBPA) licenses and regulates certified public accountants (CPAs) in Texas. As a result, complaints against these professionals for violations of the Public Accountancy Act or TSBPA rules go to the TSBPA for investigation, evaluation, and initiation of disciplinary proceedings, if necessary.  All too often, complaints and disciplinary proceedings can arise against CPAs who are suffering from alcoholism, substance abuse, depression, or other mental health disorders. Fortunately, the Texas...

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Disciplinary Proceedings Before the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy

April 26, 2024Accountant License Defense,Professional License Defense

Disciplinary Proceedings Before the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy

The Texas State Board of Public Accountancy (TSBPA) licenses and regulates certified public accountants (CPAs) in Texas. As a result, complaints against these professionals for violations of the Public Accountancy Act or TSBPA rules go to the TSBPA for investigation, evaluation, and initiation of disciplinary proceedings, if necessary. As the consequences of these proceedings can be severe, contacting an experienced Texas CPA license lawyer should be your first step if you receive notice of a...

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How Tax Debts Can Lead to Professional Discipline

January 13, 2024Accountant License Defense,Professional License Defense

How Tax Debts Can Lead to Professional Discipline

Just as professionals must follow the rules and laws that govern their professions, they also must follow other federal and state laws, including those concerning taxes. For some professionals, failing to file income tax returns or committing tax fraud or similar crimes can result in professional disciplinary proceedings. These proceedings can have severe consequences and long-lasting implications for individuals’ licenses and careers. Contact a Texas license defense lawyer for assistance if you face disciplinary action...

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14 how to defend your cpa license

July 14, 2022Accountant License Defense

How to Defend Your CPA License

Certified public accountants or CPAs perform an essential function in society every day. We know how a single complaint can have severe consequences for your career and future. As a result, we put all our efforts toward defending the CPA licenses of professionals just like you so that you can maintain your reputation and your livelihood. You can count on us to provide you with the vigorous defense you need when facing a complaint involving...

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When a cpa is accused of violating best practices

March 03, 2020Accountant License Defense

When a CPA is Accused of Violating Best Practices

Mistakes in any profession can proceed from becoming overworked—and those in professions with “crunch times,” many of whom perhaps make the bulk of their yearly income during a certain time of year, are at particular risk for accidentally violating best practices or for being wrongfully accused of doing so. For some CPAs, this season is tax season—harvest time for the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy. While there are a number of breaches of best...

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