A real estate broker in the state of Texas has done a great deal of work to not only be licensed to buy or sell real estate on behalf of clients, but to own their own firm that is worked by other licensees. In fact, real estate licensees cannot sell or buy real estate on their own—they must be sponsored by a licensed broker. In the state of Texas, real estate licenses—both for brokers and...
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A major obstacle professionals may face when their licenses come under attack—especially unfairly—is the stumbling block of self-doubt. Of course, you earned your professional license; otherwise, you wouldn’t have it. (That’s what the licensing boards are there for, after all—to make sure that only qualified individuals are granted professional degrees.) But people don’t always react logically to these sorts of blows to our professional identities. We’re only human. When other people engage in negative talk...
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While the requirements for obtaining a professional license in Texas will vary depending on the nature of the license you seek, there are some steps that apply generally to most forms of licensure. Professional licensure requires quite an amount of time and effort upfront—a great number of professionals, from doctors to podiatrists, to air conditioner repairmen, spend years attaining the requisite education, and more years afterward in phases of oversight during which their skills are...
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When an accountant finds themselves facing a complaint before the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy (BPA), it can mean their very livelihood is at stake. And once the BPA decides that the complaint merits investigation, a file is opened by the Enforcement Division. Then the accountant has 30 days to respond with the material in their own defense. At this point, a committee will review the case and make its recommendations on what course...
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It is a letter dreaded by all licensed professionals: a notice that a complaint has been filed against you with your licensing board. You know that a single complaint can spell disaster for your career. Even if you believe the complaint is groundless, it is important to respond to the allegations and mount an effective defense from the start. 3 Actions to Avoid After a Client Files a Complaint Against You Avoid contacting the licensing...
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You have worked hard for years to obtain your dental license in Texas and to build your good name in your community. If you are facing a formal complaint filed against you with the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE), your license to practice dentistry is in jeopardy. The consequences of even a single complaint can be disastrous for your professional career. New Rule on Baseless Complaints Against Texas Dentists Pursuant to the requirement...
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It is a notice dreaded by any licensed professional: a complaint has been filed against you with your licensing board. If you are on the receiving end of such a notice from a Texas licensing board or other state agency, there are things you need to know. 5 Things To Know When A Complaint is Filed Against Your Occupational License When someone lodges allegations of misconduct against you, your license, livelihood, and reputation are on...
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Created in 1977 by the Texas Legislature, the Sunset process questions the success of and the continued need for certain agencies that carry out the responsibilities of state government. The Sunset process gives an in-depth review of the state agency to determine if the functions are still relevant, if it is successfully carrying out its mission, and in what ways the agency could operate more efficiently. The Texas Sunset Act applies to about 140 agencies...
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Earlier this year the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) adopted significant amendments to the Board Rules. The changes are now in effect. BON licensees subject to the amendments have a duty to comply with the new mandates. Requirement to Review the Prescription Monitoring Program As of September 1, 2019, advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) are required to check the Texas Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) prior to prescribing opiates, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, or carisoprodol. 22 Tex. Admin....
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It is a difficult day when you receive a notice that a complaint has been filed against you with your licensing board and now you are under investigation. Your career is at risk. Texas licensing boards have the authority to take a number of disciplinary actions against their licenses, including license suspension or revocation. In order to protect your license and mount the best defense against the allegations, take these 4 actions. Get proactive with...
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