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What are Prescriptive Authority Agreements and How Do They Work

November 24, 2024 Medical License Defense

What are Prescriptive Authority Agreements and How Do They Work?

The Texas Medical Board (TMB) licenses and regulates physicians and other medical professionals. As part of its duties, the TMB receives complaints about physicians allegedly violating the laws and rules that govern them. It also brings formal disciplinary action against physicians as needed. While complaints may cover various types of violations, one such area that may result in complaints is prescriptive authority agreements. Obtaining experienced legal counsel to represent your interests in disciplinary proceedings before...

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Grounds for Disciplinary Action Pharmacy Techs and Trainees

November 23, 2024 Pharmacist License Defense

Grounds for Disciplinary Action Against Pharmacy Technicians and Trainees

The Texas State Board of Pharmacy (the Board) not only licenses pharmacists but also registers pharmacy technicians and trainees. As a result, the Board must ensure that these professionals and trainees follow all applicable laws and rules. Any violations by these individuals can lead to disciplinary proceedings and potentially severe sanctions. Therefore, all pharmacy technicians and trainees must know the laws and rules governing their profession to avoid violating them. If you face disciplinary proceedings...

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Who Can File a Disciplinary Complaint Against a Licensed Pro

November 22, 2024 Professional License Defense

Who Can File a Disciplinary Complaint Against a Licensed Professional?

All individuals holding professional licenses issued by the state must follow certain laws and rules. Licensed professionals must answer to the state agencies that license and regulate their professions. These state agencies receive complaints from various individuals concerning any allegations that licensed professionals have violated the rules that govern them.  Disciplinary complaints may lead to sanctions that adversely affect your career. In severe cases, you could even face a license suspension or revocation, which affects...

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Sanctions in Disciplinary Proceedings Before the TSBDE

November 21, 2024 Dental License Defense

Sanctions in Disciplinary Proceedings Before the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners

The Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (the Board) licenses and regulates dentists, hygienists, and dental assistants to ensure they comply with all applicable laws and rules. As an integral part of its responsibilities under state law, the Board receives and investigates complaints against licensees and initiates disciplinary action if needed. Disciplinary proceedings can seriously affect your professional license. Therefore, if you receive a complaint against your license, we urge you to seek assistance from an...

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What are Aggravating and Mitigating Factors

November 20, 2024 Professional License Defense

What are Aggravating and Mitigating Factors in Disciplinary Proceedings? How Can They Affect the Outcome of My Case?

Earning a professional or occupational license requires substantial time and training. Once you have earned that license, you are subject to various rules and laws that govern your profession. When a violation occurs, the potential sanctions of a complaint and disciplinary proceedings against your license can be severe. The rules governing most professions contain various aggravating and mitigating factors that can affect the sanctions you can receive in disciplinary proceedings. A professional license defense attorney...

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Potential Sanctions in Disciplinary Proceedings Against

November 19, 2024 License Defense

Potential Sanctions in Disciplinary Proceedings Against Chiropractors

Various rules and laws govern licensed chiropractors. The Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners (“the Board”) monitors chiropractors' compliance with these laws and enforces them as needed. If chiropractors violate applicable rules or laws, they may face disciplinary proceedings before that agency. During these proceedings, you need experienced legal counsel to protect your ability to practice as a chiropractor and/or operate your office. A chiropractic license defense lawyer can represent you before the Texas Board of...

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TDLR Proposes Changes to Rules Concerning Continuing

November 18, 2024 Professional License Defense

TDLR Proposes Changes to Rules Concerning Continuing Education Requirements

An experienced occupational license defense attorney at Bertolino LLP can represent your interests in any proceedings before the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR). We can review the licensure issues that your case involves and work to develop strategies to resolve those issues most effectively. When you are facing disciplinary proceedings, you will benefit from the services of a vocational license defense lawyer to protect your license and career. We can provide strong legal...

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November 07, 2024 Teacher License Defense

Texas Teacher Certification Cheating Scandal

A major cheating scandal in Texas has drawn attention to the integrity of the state's teacher certification process. Five individuals, including employees of the Houston Independent School District (HISD), have been charged for their involvement in a scheme that allowed more than 200 individuals to obtain teaching certifications through fraudulent means. This case highlights the serious legal risks educators face when engaging in fraudulent or unethical conduct. The Scope of the Scheme The individuals implicated...

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Restrictions on Social Workers Regulated by BHEC

October 16, 2024 Professional License Defense

Advertising Restrictions on Social Workers and Other Professionals Regulated by BHEC

The Texas Behavioral Executive Council (BHEC) regulates and monitors various behavioral health professionals, including social workers. These professionals are subject to certain advertising restrictions that the BHEC monitors and enforces. If you are accused of an advertising violation, you may face disciplinary proceedings before the BHEC. A social work license defense attorney can help you navigate your disciplinary proceedings. Together, you can work to maintain your social work license and continue your career as a social...

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Minimum Sanctions for Some Violations by Educators

October 15, 2024 Professional License Defense

Are There Minimum Mandatory Sanctions for Some Violations by Educators Under Texas Law?

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) licenses, oversees, and regulates Texas teachers, superintendents, and other education professionals. This agency ensures that these professionals comply with the laws and regulations that apply to them. The State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) is the TEA division that handles educator disciplinary proceedings and determines appropriate sanctions if a licensed educator has violated an applicable rule or law. If you face a complaint or disciplinary proceedings before the TEA, your first call...

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