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August 30, 2017 Posts

The Process for Filing a Complaint Against a Chiropractor in Texas

The role of the chiropractor is to administer treatments that allow patients to heal in a more natural way, without prescriptions or surgical procedures. Their work most often centers around treatment of the back and neck, musculoskeletal injuries, pinched nerves, osteoarthritis, and more. The American Chiropractic Association states that there are around 77,000 chiropractors practicing in the US today, with around 10,000 students currently studying in accredited programs. Considered to be ‘physician-level providers,’ chiropractors must...

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August 29, 2017 Posts

What to Expect at the Texas State Board of Pharmacy Informal Conference

Anyone can enter a complaint against a pharmacy, or a specific pharmacist. Although some complaints are filed regarding valid errors and blatant violations, consumers, patients, and others may also lodge grievances that are either erroneous on their part—or even completely unfounded. The TSBP Evaluates All Complaints Those filing complaints with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy must do so in writing, after which the TSBP evaluates them regarding jurisdiction and the details of the grievance....

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August 28, 2017 License Defense

How Texas Criminal Charges Can Jeopardize Your Professional License

An arrest or criminal charge can bring many unexpected consequences to a person’s life. But many defendants fail to realize that a criminal case can affect their professional licenses as well. Even without a conviction, criminal charges - or even an arrest - can result in suspension or revocation of a professional license. A Texas professional license defense attorney will protect your vocational interests during this critical time. The Many Types of Professional Licenses There...

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August 25, 2017 Posts

A Brief History of the Texas Board of Nursing

The Texas Board of Nursing is the accrediting board responsible for the licensure, regulation, and monitoring of the 260,000 RNs and 98,00 vocational nurses in the state of Texas. It also approves 114 RN programs and 98 programs for vocational nurses throughout the state. The organization was created with the passage of the Nursing Practice Act of 1909, which formally recognized nursing as a profession within the state of Texas. Boisterous Beginnings and the Creation...

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August 24, 2017 Posts

Is Your Real Estate License Under Attack? Lessons from the Stockdale Paradox

In his landmark book, “Good To Great,” bestselling author and business researcher, Jim Collins, analyzed what makes companies successful. He and his research team spend nearly a decade analyzing data to develop insights into the behaviors/attitudes of winners. One interesting trait they stumbled across—an idea that has ramifications for all professionals going through challenging times—became known as the “Stockdale Paradox.” If your Texas real estate license has come under attack, it’s worth your time to...

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August 23, 2017 Posts

The U.S. Labor Secretary Calls for Occupational License Reform–Will You Be Affected?

The Trump Administration is calling for sweeping federal regulatory changes. As part of this overhaul, Labor Secretary Alexander Acosta has been tasked with occupational licensing reform. This month, Acosta called for the elimination of “unnecessary” licenses and urged for the streamlining of medical processes. So, what’s happening with this reform effort? And what are the possible implications for you as a practicing doctor, pharmacist, real estate agent or other professional who depends on license credentials?...

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August 22, 2017 Dental License Defense

Texas Dentist Loses License – And What We Can Learn About Due Diligence

A Houston-area dentist who lost her license to practice in November 2017 formally faced charges this month for failing to properly treat a 4-year-old. This alleged malpractice led to permanent brain damage during what was a routine procedure. She is charged with causing serious bodily injury to a child by omission, which is a felony under Texas law. Bethanial Jefferson allegedly overdosed Neveah Hall on sedatives during a routine procedure to treat tooth decay. Three...

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August 21, 2017 Posts

In Trouble for Prescribing Opioids in Texas? You’re Not Alone.

Many physicians and medical professionals practicing in Texas have heard the name Howard Gregg Diamond. This physical medicine and rehabilitation doctor faces felony charges, including money laundering, conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, health care fraud, and possession with intent to distribute controlled substances. The Texas Medical Board suspended his license following the news that his alleged unnecessary and dangerous prescribing behavior led to the deaths of at least seven patients within the past seven years....

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August 18, 2017 Posts

Bill Threatens to Revoke Physician Licenses for Performing Abortions

Texas Governor Greg Abbot recently convened a 30-day special session to push a legislative agenda that failed to pass during regular congressional session. This session received significant national news coverage, in part because it saw Representative Valoree Swanson (R-Spring) introduce a controversial bill that seeks to revoke physician licenses of those who perform abortions in the state. Physicians would be prohibited from performing virtually every kind of abortion under the proposed legislation. House Bill 86...

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August 02, 2017 Posts

Three Things Distinguish BERTOLINO LLP From Other License Defense Law Firms

The attorneys at BERTOLINO LLP provide aggressive advocacy for professionals who are facing disciplinary action in front of a licensing board, agency, or commission in Texas. We help professionals keep their licenses. There are three notable things that distinguish our Texas law firm from other firms. “I was recently asked an interesting question by a prospective client: What distinguishes your law firm from other law firms? And I got to thinking about it and it...

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