Certified public accountants or CPAs perform an essential function in society every day. We know how a single complaint can have severe consequences for your career and future. As a result, we put all our efforts toward defending the CPA licenses of professionals just like you so that you can maintain your reputation and your livelihood. You can count on us to provide you with the vigorous defense you need when facing a complaint involving...
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As a funeral service provider, you assist people during some of the most challenging times in their lives. To safeguard the professionalism and dignity of the funeral service profession, the state of Texas created the Texas Funeral Service Commission (TFSC). TFSC oversees funeral service providers and handles any disciplinary proceedings that arise out of complaints about those providers. Timeframe for Complaints Generally, consumers must file complaints against funeral service providers within two years of the...
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As an insurance agent or adjuster, you work hard to help your clients protect their property. However, when a client files a complaint against you, it constitutes a direct threat to your insurance license and career. In this situation, you need a strong insurance license defense lawyer to represent your interests before the Texas Department of Insurance. You need someone who will work tirelessly on your behalf to protect your license and your career. Complaints...
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The Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) licenses and regulates the following Emergency Medical Services (EMS) occupations and entities: Companies or providers Initial education programs Continuing education programs Personnel, including Emergency Care Attendants (ECAs) Emergency Medical Technicians-Basic (EMTs-Basic) EMTs-Paramedic Licensed Paramedics Educators, including Instructors Course Coordinators As a result, TDSHS is responsible for enforcing the laws and rules that govern people working in EMS positions and the companies that employ and educate them. They...
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The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) governs dozens of occupational licenses, from air conditioning and refrigeration contractors and cosmetologists to podiatrists and used auto parts recyclers. If you want to engage in any of these occupations, you must be licensed by TDLR. However, you may be concerned about your ability to obtain a license for one of the occupations covered by TDLR if you have a criminal record. Our occupational license defense attorneys...
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Whether it involves alcohol, prescription drugs, or street drugs, addiction does not discriminate. As a result, many professionals, especially those in high-stress positions, succumb to addiction as easily as non-professionals. Addiction can adversely affect your relationships, criminal history, and job. However, when you are a professional whose career requires a license, addiction also can impact your ability to maintain your career successfully. Whether you are currently using, seeking rehabilitation, or well along in your recovery...
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A professional license typically represents years of studying, test preparation, and training. You have worked hard to earn your license and work in your chosen profession. However, receiving notice of a complaint from your licensing board or agency can suddenly put your future in jeopardy. When you are in this situation, you need to take robust and immediate action to defend yourself. The professional license defense attorneys at Bertolino, LLP can help. Responding to a...
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Disciplinary sanctions can vary widely according to the rules and laws that govern your professional licensure. As a result, you can face a range of sanctions if your licensing board finds that you have violated a rule or law. Furthermore, every case is different. As a result, just because one person receives a particular sanction for one type of misconduct doesn't always mean that you will receive the same sanction. General Sanctions that You Can...
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When you have spent years obtaining a professional license and building a career, disciplinary proceedings can be devastating. The licensing agency that regulates your profession may decide to impose disciplinary sanctions on your license that could jeopardize your reputation and your livelihood. Fortunately, you have the right to appeal those sanctions by requesting an administrative hearing. Our professional license defense attorneys can protect your rights at that hearing and present your side of the story....
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The State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) is responsible for investigating and disciplining teachers and other educators for misconduct. SBEC also has the power to prohibit a teacher from teaching while they investigate allegations of misconduct, depending on how severe the allegations are. Not all misconduct allegations lead to the loss of your teaching license or other types of discipline. However, some forms of misconduct, including a conviction for some crimes, can lead to the...
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