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Understanding the Texas Prescription Monitoring Program

February 17, 2024Professional License Defense

What is the Texas Prescription Monitoring Program

The Texas Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) is the state’s data collection and monitoring system for prescribed Schedule II, III, IV, and V controlled substances. The data collected includes all such prescriptions dispensed by Texas pharmacies and out-of-state pharmacies for Texas residents. The PMP also monitors the prescription information of patients for medical practitioners.  As a result, pharmacies and medical professionals who prescribe controlled substances have certain duties and responsibilities concerning the PMP. Failure to comply...

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Understanding the Disciplinary Process Before the Texas Real Estate Commission

February 12, 2024Professional License Defense

What is the Texas Real Estate Commission’s Licensing Disciplinary Process?

The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) licenses various real estate professionals, including real estate agents, brokers, inspectors, education providers, easement or right-of-way inspectors, and timeshare plans. TREC is also responsible for monitoring and enforcing TREC rules and Texas laws that pertain to these professionals. Violations of any of these rules or laws can result in disciplinary sanctions by TREC that could endanger your professional real estate licensure. A real estate license defense lawyer represents your...

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What You Need to Know about the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation

February 11, 2024Professional License Defense

What You Need to Know about the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation

The Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR) licenses various occupations. TDLR also regulates and enforces the rules that govern those occupations. As a part of its governance duties, TDLR has adopted enforcement plans and penalty matrices for many occupations. These plans advise license holders of the potential sanctions they can face if they become subject to disciplinary proceedings. An occupational license defense lawyer can help you understand the TDLR enforcement plan and the possible...

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What Should I Do if I Am Facing a Temporary or Emergency Suspension of My Professional License

February 09, 2024Professional License Defense

What Should I do if I Am Facing a Temporary or Emergency Suspension of My Professional License?

Different professions have varying degrees of discipline that individuals can receive. The severity of discipline depends on various factors. Still, a license suspension is one of the more serious forms of discipline, as it directly affects your ability to continue doing your job. In extreme situations, many licensing boards can seek a temporary or emergency suspension of your professional license, which immediately prohibits you from engaging in your professional practice. A professional license defense lawyer...

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Should I Contact the Person Who Filed a Disciplinary Complaint Against Me

February 07, 2024Professional License Defense

Should I Contact the Person Who Filed a Disciplinary Complaint Against Me?

Receiving notice that a complaint has been filed against you with your licensing board can be devastating. The fact is that even a single complaint can put your license, livelihood, and reputation at risk.  Texas licensing boards can take various disciplinary actions against you, including license revocation, suspension, or probation. With so much at stake, we urge you to seek the counsel of an experienced professional license defense attorney as soon as you are notified of a...

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Disciplinary Proceedings Before the Texas State Board of Pharmacy

February 04, 2024Professional License Defense

Disciplinary Proceedings Before the Texas State Board of Pharmacy

As a pharmacist, you can face serious consequences if your licensing board finds that you have violated the rules or laws that govern your profession. Therefore, having a pharmacist license defense lawyer on your side to defend you in disciplinary proceedings before the Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP) can be critical to protecting your career and your professional reputation. By obtaining legal counsel, you will be better positioned to fight back against the severe...

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TDLR Adopts Enforcement Plan- Penalty Matrix for Laser Hair Removal License Holders

February 01, 2024Professional License Defense

TDLR Adopts Enforcement Plan, Penalty Matrix for Laser Hair Removal License Holders

The Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR) issues licenses for a wide range of occupations and oversees enforcement of the rules that regulate those occupations, including individuals licensed for laser hair removal. As a result, TDLR has adopted enforcement plans and penalty matrices for many occupations. These plans let license holders know what to expect if they face disciplinary proceedings.  Most recently, TDLR has adopted an enforcement plan and penalty matrix for laser hair...

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Defining Crimes of Moral Turpitude

January 30, 2024Professional License Defense

Defining Crimes of Moral Turpitude: How Do They Affect Your Professional License?

Criminal offenses may have adverse consequences for many professional licensees, whether they result in a conviction or deferred adjudication. The laws that govern various professions include "crimes of moral turpitude" as offenses that can lead to disciplinary proceedings affecting license holders. A professional license defense lawyer can assist you in defending your professional license when your criminal history endangers your career. Defining Crimes of Moral Turpitude Crimes of moral turpitude typically involve dishonesty, fraud, deceit,...

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How Resigning Can Affect a Teaching License

January 29, 2024Professional License Defense

How Can Resigning Your Position as a Teacher Affect Your Teaching Certificate

When you are a certified educator in Texas, you must follow the rules and laws that apply to your profession, or you can face disciplinary action by the Texas Education Agency (TEA)’s State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC). For instance, resigning from a teaching position without following the proper protocols can lead to discipline. The consequences of disciplinary actions can be significant because they can threaten your license and career.  In this situation, you need...

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Who Decides My Case – the Administrative Law Judge or the Licensing Board

January 25, 2024Professional License Defense

Who Decides My Case – the Administrative Law Judge or the Licensing Board?

All occupations and professionals that require some license or certification through the state of Texas are subject to licensing board rules and laws that govern them. Any violations of those rules or laws can lead to investigations and disciplinary action against your license by the relevant licensing board or agency. Contested disciplinary cases often go to hearings before administrative law judges at the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH). The procedures for issuing a final...

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