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Maintaining Your Business and Employees While Facing a Licensing Investigation

February 05, 2024License Defense

Maintaining Your Business and Employees While Facing a Licensing Investigation

In many cases, you can continue working in your profession or occupation, even if you are facing allegations of misconduct or battling a licensing board complaint. However, you may find it increasingly challenging to maintain your business and your employees in this situation.  Having an experienced Texas licensing board defense attorney on your side can help you navigate this delicate situation. You can get advice not only on your disciplinary case but also on managing...

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Continuing Education Requirements and Your Professional

January 24, 2024License Defense

Continuing Education Requirements and Your Professional License

Most states require you to complete a minimum of continuing education hours each year to maintain a professional license. The amount and nature of the education requirements vary according to the nature of the profession and the state laws involved. In almost all circumstances, failure to comply with continuing education requirements can result in disciplinary action against your occupational license.  A Texas professional license defense attorney may be able to defend you in disciplinary proceedings...

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January 23, 2024License Defense

What Must Be Posted in Every Texas Real Estate Brokerage Office?

According to the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC), if you're operating a Texas real estate brokerage office, several pieces of information must be posted at your principal office, other physical locations, and on your website.   Failure to abide by this law and others could prompt an investigation that may lead to the revocation of your real estate license or other unwanted penalties. Fortunately, the Texas real estate license defense attorneys at Bertolino LLP will provide...

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Advertising Rules for CPAs

January 23, 2024License Defense

Advertising Rules for CPAs

As professionals, certified public accountants (CPAs) must follow the rules and laws governing their professions, including those concerning advertising. Failure to follow the applicable rules and laws can result in disciplinary proceedings before the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy (TSBPA). These proceedings can have severe consequences and long-lasting implications for CPAs’ licenses and careers. Contact a Texas CPA license defense lawyer for assistance if you face disciplinary action against your CPA license for advertising...

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I Disagree with My Licensing Agencys Final Action in my Case. Is There Anything that I Can Do (002)

January 15, 2024License Defense

I Disagree with My Licensing Agency’s Final Action in My Case. Is There Anything that I Can Do?

All occupations and professionals that require some license or certification through the state of Texas are subject to licensing board rules and laws that govern them. Any violations of those rules or laws can lead to investigations and disciplinary action against your license by the relevant licensing board or agency. Once your licensing board has issued a decision in your disciplinary proceedings, you may face severe consequences. A poor outcome has the potential to ruin...

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5 Things to Know About Your Licensing Board Complaint

January 14, 2024License Defense

Four (4) Things to Know About Your Texas Licensing Board Complaint

Your professional or occupational license allows you to use your education, training, and skills to help others in your field of expertise. You will likely feel upset and overwhelmed when you receive a complaint against your license. Depending on the outcome of the licensing board’s investigation and any ensuing disciplinary proceedings, you risk losing your license or being unable to continue working in your field, perhaps temporarily or even permanently.  A Texas licensing board defense...

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Avoiding HIPAA Violations on Social Media

January 12, 2024License Defense

How Can Texas Licensed Medical Professionals Avoid HIPAA Violations on Social Media?

Medical professionals can face disciplinary proceedings before their respective licensing boards and agencies for various reasons. In today’s world, almost everyone uses some version of a social media platform, and medical professionals are no exception. However, when using social media, medical professionals must refrain from running afoul of the laws that govern their profession, including the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).  An experienced license defense lawyer can represent your interests in any...

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The words "Dual Agency" printed on a blackboard easel.

October 31, 2023License Defense

Can You Be a Dual Agent in Texas without Modifying Your License?

Dual agency refers to a real estate agent representing the buyer and the seller in a single transaction. While this approach might seem financially beneficial for the agent due to double commission, it brings inherent challenges and potential conflicts of interest. Representing both parties can make it difficult for an agent to equally advocate for the interests of each party. Recognizing these challenges, the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) does not permit dual agency. Therefore,...

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Can I Contact My Students on Social Media if I Am a Teacher

September 28, 2023License Defense

Can I Contact My Students on Social Media if I Am a Teacher?

The State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC), a Texas Education Agency (TEA) division, certifies and monitors educational professionals for compliance with applicable rules and laws. If someone files a complaint against an educator, the SBEC will investigate the complaint and file disciplinary proceedings as needed. Due to the pervasive social media usage today, contact between teachers, other educators, and students via social media can lead to disciplinary proceedings that result in severe sanctions.  Teachers and...

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I Received a Licensing Board Complaint and I Know that I Made a Mistake. Should I Just Admit It

September 24, 2023License Defense

I Received a Licensing Board Complaint, and I Know that I Made a Mistake. Should I Just Admit It?

Your professional or occupational license allows you to use your education, training, and skills to help others in your field of expertise. You will feel upset and overwhelmed when you receive a complaint against your license. Depending on the outcome of the licensing board’s investigation and any ensuing disciplinary proceedings, you risk losing your license or being unable to continue working in your field, temporarily or even permanently.  In some circumstances, you may realize that...

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