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Can’t I Just Call and Explain Myself to My Licensing Board When I Receive Notice of a Complaint?

September 04, 2022Professional License Defense

Can’t I Just Call and Explain Myself to My Licensing Board When I Receive Notice of a Complaint?

You have completed your education and earned your professional or occupational license. However, a complaint against you now has the potential to threaten your career. You have too much at stake to try and handle a complaint and potential disciplinary action on your own. Instead, call an experienced license defense lawyer to assist you in protecting your rights and your reputation. By getting legal representation, you can also better understand the types of sanctions you...

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Handling a Complaint Against Your Chemical Dependency Counseling License

September 03, 2022Professional License Defense

Handling a Complaint Against Your Chemical Dependency Counseling License

The Texas Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) Regulatory Services Division regulates licensed chemical dependency counselors (LCDCs) in Texas. Therefore, your counseling license may be at risk if a patient files a complaint against you. If you find yourself in this situation, you should consult a chemical dependency counselor license defense attorney for help. Processing of Complaints Against Chemical Dependency Counselors HHSC’s Health Care Regulation (HCR) Department issues licenses to LCDCs. If HCR receives a...

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Complaints Before the Texas Education Agency

September 02, 2022Professional License Defense

Complaints Before the Texas Education Agency

Teachers provide fundamental education to Texas children statewide. In many cases, teachers spend time with and influence children as much as their parents. As a result, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) takes allegations of misconduct by teachers very seriously. Findings of misconduct can lead to a loss of licensure and other severe consequences. Having a teaching license defense attorney on your side can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. SBEC and...

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Complaints Against Tow Truck Operator Licenses

September 01, 2022Professional License Defense

Complaints Against Tow Truck Operator Licenses

The Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR) requires that the state of Texas license all tow truck operators. As a result, TDLR, along with the Towing, Storage, and Booting Advisory Board, receives and investigates all complaints concerning tow truck operators who have allegedly violated the rules and laws they must follow. Unfortunately, these rules and laws can be complicated, and the loss of your tow truck operator license can make you unable to earn...

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When You Receive a Complaint Concerning Your Occupational Therapist License

August 31, 2022Professional License Defense

When You Receive a Complaint Concerning Your Occupational Therapist License

You have worked hard to become a licensed occupational therapist in Texas. Unfortunately, a patient or a third party has filed a complaint against your license after successfully building a career. Even if the complaint is groundless, you still must proactively take action to protect your license and career. Contact an occupational therapist license defense attorney to help you deal with the complaint and any ensuing disciplinary proceedings. Complaints About Occupational Therapists The Texas Board...

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Podiatrist License Defense in Texas

August 30, 2022Professional License Defense

Podiatrist License Defense in Texas

As a podiatrist, you use your education, knowledge, and experience to assist your clients with their medical issues. However, you also are a licensed professional in Texas who must follow all professional and ethical standards that apply to your practice. Therefore, your license may be at risk when a current or former patient complains about your services. In this situation, you should protect your license by enlisting the help of an experienced podiatrist license defense...

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Dealing with the Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board

August 29, 2022Professional License Defense

Dealing with the Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board

As an appraiser, you have completed all the coursework and passed the examinations necessary to obtain your licensing or certification under Texas law. However, if you receive notice that someone has filed a complaint against you with the Texas Appraiser Licensing & Certification Board (TALCB), you likely feel overwhelmed and unsure where to turn first. No matter how unfounded the allegations against you may be, you should always take disciplinary complaints seriously to protect your...

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Discovery and Your Administrative Hearing

August 28, 2022Professional License Defense

Discovery and Your Administrative Hearing

When you receive a complaint against your professional license from your licensing board, you must go through certain processes to address the complaint. First, many licensing boards or agencies hold informal conferences to try and settle complaints by reaching agreements with professionals concerning alleged violations of applicable rules or laws. However, if a professional is unable to come to an agreement to resolve the matter, the complaint may go to the State Office of Administrative...

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Will I Really Lose My Professional License for Minor Violations?

August 27, 2022Professional License Defense

Will I Really Lose My Professional License for Minor Violations?

The long hours you put in studying, attending classes, and taking licensing exams make a professional license a huge achievement. However, once you have your professional license, you still must follow the rules and laws that govern your profession. If you violate any of those rules or laws, you could face disciplinary action against your license. While some violations are much more critical, even minor ones can have significant adverse consequences for your license, career,...

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Nursing License Defense: When a Nurse Exceeds the Scope of Practice or Authority

August 26, 2022Professional License Defense

Nursing License Defense: When a Nurse Exceeds the Scope of Practice or Authority

Receiving a complaint about your professionalism or the quality of care you have provided your patients can be unexpected, stressful, and without merit. However, since complaints can lead to disciplinary action against your license, you must always take these complaints seriously. Enlisting the help of a nursing license defense lawyer can help you fight back against baseless complaints and protect your career. With legal assistance, you also may be able to negotiate the best possible...

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