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Avoiding Complaints Against Your Professional License

December 05, 2022Articles

Simple Suggestions to Avoid a Complaint for Professional Misconduct Against Your Professional License

You likely spent years studying, attending classes, and taking licensing exams for your professional license. Obtaining your license is a major achievement. However, even after you have obtained your professional license, you still must abide by the rules and laws relevant to your profession. Violating any of those rules or laws can result in disciplinary action against your license. Any complaint, whether it alleges a critical violation or a minor misstep, can have significant adverse...

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November 18, 2022Articles

Bertolino LLP Participated in the T.H.E. 6th Annual Veteran’s Day 5K Event

At Bertolino LLP, we are a defense firm that wants to give back to our community. We constantly search for ways to engage with community members. As part of our efforts, we proudly participated in the T.H.E. 6th Annual Veteran’s Day 5K Event. The event took place on November 12, 2022, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at Fritz Park in Hutto. What the T.H.E. 6th Annual Veteran's Day 5K Event Offers The T.H.E. 6th Annual...

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October 03, 2022Nursing License Defense Posts

Can a Registered Nurse Prescribe Medication in Texas?

Advanced Practice Registered Nurses can prescribe medications in Texas. However, the authority to write prescriptions also involves being vulnerable to complaints against your nursing license. Earning the APRN Specialty Certification requires years of study and either a master's or doctorate in nursing. If a complaint has been made against your nursing license, it is imperative that you take steps to protect yourself. An experienced Texas nursing license defense lawyer at Bertolino LLP can discuss your...

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October 03, 2022Medical License Defense Posts

Obtaining and Renewing Your Texas Medical License

Whether you are hoping to obtain or renew your medical license in Texas, you may be wondering what the requirements are, how long you have before you need to renew your license, or why your license renewal may have been denied. Keeping your Texas medical license active and in good standing is of utmost importance if you hope to continue with your career. Protect your license with help from a medical license defense attorney at...

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October 03, 2022Dental License Defense Posts

I did Not Receive a Renewal Notice for My Dental License – What Should I Do?

If you have not received a renewal notice for your dental license, you may be unsure of what your next steps should be. Generally, you can contact the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE) to find out whether there are any issues with your dental license. It is not uncommon for dental license renewals to be denied due to common mistakes. However, failure to renew your dental license could put your ability to practice...

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October 03, 2022Articles

BERTOLINO LLP’s Support for Habitat for Humanity

Bertolino LLP is proud to announce we recently partnered with Austin Habitat for Humanity to sponsor a build day. On September 17, 2022, our office sent volunteers from our team of attorneys and legal professionals to turn raw materials into a place that a local Austin family can call home. Our team work hard every day to serve our clients, but we also like to regularly take a break from casework and negotiations to assist...

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September 15, 2022Medical License Defense Posts

Do I Have to Report My Arrest to the Texas Medical Board?

When you hold a professional medical license, your future could be in jeopardy if you are arrested and required to notify the Texas Medical Board (TMB) of the charges against you or a criminal conviction. However, that does not mean that all arrests must be reported to the TMB. Before you contact the state licensing board, make sure you contact your medical license defense attorney at Bertolino LLP to find out what your legal obligations...

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September 15, 2022License Defense Posts

Can a Registered Nurse Work Independently in Texas?

The recent Covid-19 pandemic has exhausted many healthcare workers, causing them to leave hospitals and care facilities at a record rate. In addition to the high level of burnout, many nurses were victims of the disease themselves, causing them to miss work or leave the field entirely. Studies had already predicted shortages of as many as 500,000 nurses by 2030, and the effects of Covid-19 are making the shortfalls much worse. As a result of the disease,...

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September 15, 2022Medical License Defense Posts

What does the Texas Medical Board Do?

Healthcare providers in the state of Texas must secure and maintain their license to practice in order to hold a job serving their patients. The Texas Medical Board oversees the licensing process and addresses complaints that may arise. The Board’s website maintains a searchable database the public can use to verify a physician’s licensure status. Patients and others can also request an investigation when they register a complaint against a practitioner. The Board is comprised of 7...

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September 15, 2022Articles

Golf Tournament to Support Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association

Bertolino LLP is proud to announce our sponsorship for the 4th annual golf tournament to support the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association Chapter 23-7. This event is scheduled for Friday, September 2, 2022, and will be held at Cowan Creek Golf Course in Georgetown, Texas. Arrivals start at 6:30 AM for registration and breakfast, with a shotgun start at 8:00 AM. The entry fee of $95 per player covers your green fees, cart fee, and lunch, with...

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