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May 07, 2023Medical License Defense

What Should I Do if the Board of Nursing Refuses to Renew My Nursing License?

Nurses must obtain and periodically renew their licenses through the Texas Board of Nursing (BON). As a result, BON also investigates misconduct allegations and takes necessary enforcement action. Findings of misconduct can lead to a denial of license renewal and other severe consequences. Therefore, having a nursing license defense attorney on your side can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. Conditions for Nursing License Renewal The Nursing Practice Act allows BON...

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March 06, 2023Medical License Defense

Texas Physician Assistant Scope of Practice

As a physician assistant (PA), being closely familiar with your scope of practice can help you ensure that you are not operating outside the limits of your license. Performing duties that you aren't licensed to perform could lead to complaints, disciplinary action, license suspension, or even license revocation. If your license is in jeopardy or if you are facing disciplinary action from the Texas Medical Board (TMB), you'll need an experienced attorney. At Bertolino LLP,...

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March 06, 2023Medical License Defense

Appealing Disciplinary Actions and License Denials with the Texas Medical Board

Licensed medical professionals may face disciplinary action or license denials throughout their careers. If your ability to practice medicine is on the line, you'll need help from a lawyer to successfully navigate the appeals process. At Bertolino LLP, we can connect you with an experienced Texas license defense attorney. Your lawyer can investigate the disciplinary actions you have received and help determine why your license request was declined. From there, they'll gather evidence and draft...

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October 03, 2022Medical License Defense

Obtaining and Renewing Your Texas Medical License

Whether you are hoping to obtain or renew your medical license in Texas, you may be wondering what the requirements are, how long you have before you need to renew your license, or why your license renewal may have been denied.  Keeping your Texas medical license active and in good standing is of utmost importance if you hope to continue with your career. Protect your license with help from a medical license defense attorney at...

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September 15, 2022Medical License Defense

Do I Have to Report My Arrest to the Texas Medical Board?

When you hold a professional medical license, your future could be in jeopardy if you are arrested and required to notify the Texas Medical Board (TMB) of the charges against you or a criminal conviction. However, that does not mean that all arrests must be reported to the TMB. Before you contact the state licensing board, make sure you contact your medical license defense attorney at Bertolino LLP to find out what your legal obligations...

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September 15, 2022Medical License Defense

What does the Texas Medical Board Do?

Healthcare providers in the state of Texas must secure and maintain their license to practice in order to hold a job serving their patients. The Texas Medical Board oversees the licensing process and addresses complaints that may arise. The Board’s website maintains a searchable database the public can use to verify a physician’s licensure status. Patients and others can also request an investigation when they register a complaint against a practitioner. The Board is comprised of 7...

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How common are complaints against texas doctors and should i worry if i receive one

February 17, 2022Medical License Defense

How Often Are Texas Medical Board Complaints Filed Against Doctors and Should I Worry if I Receive One?

The Texas Medical Board (TMB) receives over 7,000 complaints each year against the medical professionals they regulate. These complaints come from patients, the family members of patients, other health professionals, and other sources. The most common complaints relate to allegations of substandard care, professional incompetence, unprofessional conduct that poses a danger to the public, and mental or physical impairments that impact the ability to practice medicine. The TMB Investigation Phase Receiving a complaint notice from...

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What is the state office of administrative hearings soah in texas

February 11, 2022Medical License Defense

What is the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) in Texas?

You typically first receive notice of a complaint about your professional, medical, or vocational license from the agency that handles the regulation and licensing of your profession. Once that agency completes its investigation, you will receive notice of the agency’s findings. In some cases, the agency may find that you violated the rules or laws that govern your profession, as well as proposed sanctions or disciplinary measures for those violations. Not all cases involving licensing...

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What are the most common complaints against texas teachers that lead to license problems

February 09, 2022Medical License Defense

What Are the Most Common Complaints Against Teachers that Lead to Certification Problems?

Teachers work long hours to educate Texas children and provide them with the tools necessary to function as productive members of society. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic has made teaching an even more challenging, exhausting, and thankless job. When you receive notice from the Texas Education Agency (TEA) that someone has filed a complaint against you, you need help to protect your teaching license. Authority of the State Board for Educator Certification The State Board for...

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February 07, 2022Medical License Defense

Complaints Against Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists in Texas

After spending thousands of hours training to become a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Texas, you are now hard at work, building your career. You have dedicated your professional life to helping families stay together and work through their problems. However, when someone files a complaint against you, your license suddenly may be in question. Here’s what you need to know about dealing with a complaint to the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council...

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