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Architectural examiners license attorneys protecting your architect license

January 10, 2018Professional License Defense

Architectural Examiners License Attorneys – Protecting Your Architect License

Architects fuse art with science. You use your talent and knowledge to transform a skyline or bring a neighborhood back to life with color and style. All of this is done in a way that is structurally sound and does not pose any risks to the public. Even a single licensing complaint from a client threatens to harm your solid reputation and the career you spent years building. The Texas Board of Architectural Examiners (TBAE)...

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Is your license being revoked suspended or placed on probation because of a board complaint

January 08, 2018Professional License Defense

Is Your License Being Revoked, Suspended, or Placed on Probation Because of a Board Complaint?

Complaints lodged against you with your licensing board are serious. Even if you believe the complaint is meritless, or there are extenuating circumstances, it can tarnish your professional reputation. Whatever the reason is behind a complaint, it's a critical moment in your professional life and you need to take immediate action. As soon as you are informed of a complaint pending against you, we urge you to contact an experienced professional license defense lawyer. The...

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The 5 legal mistakes to avoid after a licensing board complaint has been filed against you

December 01, 2017Professional License Defense

The 5 Legal Mistakes to Avoid After a Licensing Board Complaint Has Been Filed Against You

Once you have been notified that a complaint has been filed against you with your licensing board, how you respond and every action you take matters. It is important that you not do anything that will harm your defense. As soon as you are notified of a complaint, hire a license defense lawyer to be your advocate, to protect your rights, and to help you navigate the complaint process. Failure to fully disclose all important...

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November 29, 2017Professional License Defense

4 Things Not to Do After Receiving a Complaint from Your Professional Licensing Board

It's a letter you never want to receive: a notice that a complaint has been filed against you with your licensing board. In that moment you find out your license, livelihood, and reputation are at risk. Texas licensing boards and state agencies have the power to take a number of disciplinary actions, including license revocation, suspension, probation, and imposing stiff fines. Even if you are certain the complaint is groundless, it is important to face...

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October 31, 2017Professional License Defense

What is an Administrative Hearing?

An Administrative Hearing is a "trial-like proceeding before an administrative agency or administrative law judge.  As in a trial, evidence is proffered and testimony is given." If you are defending your professional license against an attack by a Texas state licensing board, your case may require an administrative hearing. What is an Administrative Hearing? Complaints filed against licensees of Texas licensing boards are resolved by Administrative Hearings before the Texas State Office of Administrative Hearing...

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October 30, 2017Professional License Defense

3 Things To Avoid Doing After Being Notified of a Board Complaint

After a licensing board, state agency, or commission notifies you of a complaint filed against you, there are three primary things you should avoid doing. Complaints and subsequent investigations can harm your reputation, and possibly lead to suspension or revocation of your license. Your livelihood and career on are on the line. Do Not Avoid Dealing with the Complaint - Do Not Miss Deadlines, Do Not Put Off Hiring an Attorney It is important to...

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October 26, 2017Professional License Defense

Should I Contact the Licensing Board About the Complaint Filed Against Me?

If a complaint has been filed against you with a professional licensing board, your livelihood, career, and reputation are on the line. This is likely an emotional and stressful time for you. Understandably, you may want to contact the licensing board to explain your side of the events in question, or you may want information about the complaint process. However, as a general rule you should not discuss the matter with anyone other than your...

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After hours activity

October 17, 2017Professional License Defense

How After-Hours Activities Can Lead to the Suspension of Your Texas Professional License

In the State of Texas, the practice of medicine, law, accounting, optometry, veterinary medicine among other professions requires licensure by a state board (or other licensing entity). Many professionals may be surprised to learn that their licensure can be jeopardized by activities they engage in outside of work. Suspension or revocation of a professional license can affect a person’s career for years to come, and it is therefore highly important to defend such actions quickly...

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September 29, 2017Professional License Defense

Complaints Filed Against Texas Insurance Agents with The Texas Department of Insurance

The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) governs agent and adjuster licensing as well as company licensing and registration through the Agent and Adjuster Licensing Office (AAL). The AAL "is responsible for the licensing, registration, certification and regulation of persons who wish to sell insurance or adjust property and casualty claims in the state of Texas." The following agents are subject to the TDI: insurance agents, insurance adjusters, public insurance adjusters, risk managers, life insurance counselors,...

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September 01, 2017Professional License Defense

Disciplinary Action from the Texas Department of Insurance: Can I Contest My Fine?

The insurance industry is one fraught with complex rules and regulations. Often centered around health and safety issues—especially for medical and auto—the world of insurance requires enormous responsibility for everyone involved, whether they are buying, selling, or administering to policies. Insurance agents are known to have some of the most stressful jobs in the US. After the initial meeting with a potential customer, there may be an ongoing relationship that lasts for years or even...

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