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August 31, 2024License Defense

Will I Lose My Law License if I Get a DUI?

As a licensed attorney, you are subject to various rules and laws that govern your profession, which include the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct and the Texas Rules of Disciplinary Procedure. You may face disciplinary action before the State Bar of Texas if you violate any of those rules or laws. If that agency finds that you committed a violation, like being arrested and/or convicted of a crime, you can face potentially severe sanctions that may...

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July 21, 2024License Defense

TDLR Adopts Changes to the Rules Concerning Licensing of Midwives

Earning any type of professional license results from years of studies, practice, and hard work. After you have obtained your license, you continue to work to build your clientele and practice, while still complying with the requirements that govern your professional as necessary to maintain your license. Any violations of these rules can make you subject to licensing board investigations and disciplinary proceedings. The Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR) regulates midwives in the...

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July 19, 2024License Defense

What Duties Does a School District Have to Report School Employees to the Texas Education Agency? How Can a Failure to Report Result in Disciplinary Proceedings?

Just as Texas teachers are subject to monitoring and regulation by the Texas Board of Education (TEA), so are school principals and superintendents. In addition to the laws that regulate all education professionals, school officials have duties to report certain incidents involving teachers and other school employees to the State Board of Educator Certification (SBEC), a TEA division. SBEC regulates and monitors these certified educational professionals for compliance with laws and regulations that govern their...

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July 06, 2024License Defense

Handling a Complaint Against Your Cosmetology License

A successful career as a cosmetologist requires you to complete the required education and training and build a clientele. One complaint from an unhappy customer to the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR) can lead to an investigation and disciplinary action against your license. Even with groundless complaints, you must proactively protect your license and career. A cosmetology license defense attorney can assist you in fighting back against any disciplinary proceedings to safeguard your career. ...

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May 19, 2024License 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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How Can a Professional License Defense Lawyer Help You with a Case Before the SOAH

May 15, 2024License Defense

How Can a Professional License Defense Lawyer Help You with a Case Before the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH)?

When you are a licensed professional, you are subject to specific laws and rules that govern your profession. As a result, your licensing board or agency monitors you and all individuals falling under its jurisdiction for compliance with those laws and rules. If you violate these rules or laws, you can face disciplinary proceedings, which, in turn, can lead to severe sanctions. These sanctions can include the suspension or revocation of your license, which can...

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Can I Get a Professional or Occupational License if I Am Undocumented

May 12, 2024License Defense

Can I Get a Professional or Occupational License in Texas if I Am an Undocumented Immigrant?

Obtaining a professional or occupational license requires that you meet various requirements, such as completing education, training, and testing. You must also meet certain eligibility requirements, such as passing a criminal background check. In some professions, your legal immigration status may impact your ability to obtain necessary licensing. Understanding the relevant eligibility requirements in advance can save you from embarking upon a lengthy and expensive education before learning they are ineligible for professional or occupational...

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May 11, 2024License Defense

Military Spouses and Rights to Occupational Licenses Under SCRA: A Recent Federal Court Ruling Against the Texas Education Agency

Historically, the Texas Board of Education (TEA) has licensed and regulated Texas teachers, principals, and other educators. As a result, the State Board of Educator Certification (SBEC), a TEA division, has the authority to receive, investigate, and prosecute complaints against these licensed professional educators. An experienced educator’s license defense attorney can represent your interests in any disciplinary proceedings regarding alleged violations of the rules and laws governing veterinarians. We can review your case, explore your...

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May 07, 2024License Defense

Avoiding Social Media During Your Disciplinary Proceedings

Social media is a common outlet for many if not most, individuals in their professional and personal lives. Businesses benefit from advertising on social media and interacting with clients or patients. Individuals use social media for various reasons, including connecting with family and friends and airing opinions on different subjects. However, social media can also be problematic, particularly regarding one's employment, business, and professional licensing board. If you are facing investigation or a disciplinary proceedings...

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May 06, 2024License Defense

What to Do if You Know that Your Professional Licensing Board is Investigating You

Enlisting the help of an experienced Texas licensing board defense attorney from the outset of your disciplinary proceedings can result in a better outcome in your case. If you are facing a disciplinary complaint, contacting an attorney to prepare a quick and appropriate response is key. As your disciplinary case proceeds, we can explain the process, explore your potential defenses, and work to obtain the best possible outcome in your case. Together, we can find...

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