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Who may file a complaint against a licensed professional

December 03, 2019Posts

Who May File a Complaint Against a Licensed Professional?

As a licensed professional, you dedicated significant time to your training to be equipped to properly do your job and help people who require your serves. You have spent years building a solid reputation for being excellent at your job. If a complaint is filed against you with a Texas licensing board or regulatory agency, then all that you have worked for is put in jeopardy. Complaints are filed against all licensed professionals in Texas....

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Registration program for elevator contractors texas

December 02, 2019Posts

Registration Program for Elevator Contractors in Texas

Elevator and escalator contractors, technicians, and inspectors are regulated in Texas by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Any person who performs installation, repair, testing, or maintenance of an elevator or escalator is required to be registered with the TDLR. Texas elevator law includes Elevator Safety and Licensing Administrative Rules and Elevator Safety and Licensing Health and Safety Code. Elevator contractors have a duty to adhere to these regulations and the TDLR has...

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Disciplinary actions taken against real estate agents in texas

November 29, 2019Posts

Disciplinary Actions Taken Against Real Estate Agents in Texas

The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC or the Commission) regulates real estate professionals in Texas. The Commission investigates all complaints made against its licensees. If there is sufficient evidence to demonstrate the alleged violation of Texas law or a TREC Rule, the Commission has the authority to impose disciplinary actions, which includes the power to suspend or revoke a license, issue a formal reprimand or administrative penalty, or take other disciplinary actions it deems appropriate....

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Location inspections by the texas alcoholic beverage commission

November 28, 2019Posts

Location Inspections by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC)

The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) regulates every aspect of the alcoholic beverage industry in the state, including licensure and enforcement. A major portion of TABC's overall enforcement effort is conducting inspections of licensed retail locations. Location Inspections by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission TABC inspections of licensed retail locations result in a substantial share of the alleged criminal and administrative violations cited by Commission enforcement agents and auditors. The Commission has a duty to...

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License revocation suspensions against texas law enforcement officers

November 27, 2019Posts

License Revocation & Suspensions Against Texas Law Enforcement Officers

The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE or the Commission) regulates law enforcement personnel, police officers, corrections officers, and public security officers in Texas. TCOLE investigates certain complaints made against Texas law enforcement officers and has the authority to revoke or suspend officer licenses. At its June 2019 Commission Meeting, TCOLE issued numerous license actions against Texas law enforcement officers, including: 23 permanent surrenders 4 statutory revocations 10 default suspension orders 2 reprimands for administrative...

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How disciplinary action against texas doctors is publicly reported

November 26, 2019Posts

How Disciplinary Action Against Texas Doctors is Publicly Reported

The Texas Medical Board (TMB) maintains public records of disciplinary action it imposed against its licensees. This information is easily accessible on the TMB's website, is published in press releases, and is available in the National Practitioner Data Bank. The availability of adverse records against your medical license means that future patients, prospective employers, or anyone else will be able to see license suspensions, sanctions, or other disciplinary action the TMB orders against you. Even...

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Texas board of nursing complaint process investigation to resolution

November 25, 2019Posts

Texas Board of Nursing Complaint Process: Investigation to Resolution

You worked hard for years to become a vocational nurse, registered nurse, or nurse practitioner in Texas. If a complaint is filed against you, your nursing license and career are in jeopardy. Even if you believe you did nothing wrong, it is imperative that you are prepared to properly defend yourself against a Board of Nursing complaint that has been lodged against you. The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) is charged with the oversight of...

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New rules for texas optometrists

November 22, 2019Posts

New Rules for Texas Optometrists

The Texas Optometry Board regulates the practice of optometry in Texas and is tasked with establishing procedures and standards for licensure. The Board recently adopted new rules for Texas optometrists, which will soon come into effect. It is important to stay abreast of new laws and rule amendments. As a licensed optometrists, you have a duty to comply with all Board rules, regulations, and other applicable laws. Even a single complaint for an alleged violation...

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Texas state bar suspends 12 attorneys

November 21, 2019Posts

Texas State Bar Suspends 12 Attorneys

The State Bar of Texas issued a Media Advisory: State Bar of Texas disciplinary actions for October 2019 press release, linking to a public list of disciplinary actions. Twelve Texas attorneys were suspended in October. This volume of attorney suspensions represents a slight decrease from September, when 14 attorneys were suspended by State Bar of Texas. Disciplinary Action: Suspension of Law License Numerous reasons for which the State Bar may impose disciplinary action against a...

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Important rule changes for texas doctors

November 20, 2019Posts

Important Rule Changes for Texas Doctors

The Texas Medical Board (TMB) regulates the practice of medicine in Texas. The Board functions to protect the health and welfare of the people of Texas and it carries out its mission by licensing skilled professionals and enforcing standards of practice. To that end, the TMB recently adopted rule amendments that became effective in September, 2019. Medical Records Amendments to the TMB Rules on Medical Records relate to the Transfer and Disposal of Medical Records,...

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