Advertising is an important component to success for any Texas realtor. An "advertisement" is any written or oral statement or communication which induces or attempts to induce a member of the public to use the services of the real estate licensee. There are a number of rules and regulations in place regarding advertising by realtors, and it is important not to run afoul of these rules. Violations of advertising rules also are among the most...
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The "Corporate Practice of Medicine" (CPM) is a legal doctrine that generally prohibits corporations, entities, or individual non-physicians from practicing medicine. It also prohibits a business corporation from employing a physician to provide professional medical services. The Corporate Practice of Medicine in prohibited in Texas. However, beginning in 2011, the Texas Legislature enacted laws authorizing certain types of hospitals and specific hospital districts to directly hire physicians. The CPM prohibition is rooted in public policy...
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The Texas Peer Assistance Program for Nurses (TPAPN) is a non-punitive, confidential, and voluntary program for RNs and LVN's who have concerns related to substance use or mental health. TPAPN is independent of the licensing boards. However, TPAPN maintains a service contract with the Texas Board of Nursing and works cooperatively with the Board. TPAPN recognizes that nurses are not immune to psychiatric or substance use disorders and encourages nurses to seek help with these...
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Texas is changing that manner in which it regulates the Multistate Licensure Privilege for nurses. The enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) will soon be implemented. The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) announced that "within the next six months, the Compact Commission will determine the implementation date of the new Compact." The new Compact's purpose is to allow nurses to have mobility across state borders and to increase access to care while maintaining public protection. The...
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In the State of Texas, the practice of medicine, law, accounting, optometry, veterinary medicine among other professions requires licensure by a state board (or other licensing entity). Many professionals may be surprised to learn that their licensure can be jeopardized by activities they engage in outside of work. Suspension or revocation of a professional license can affect a person’s career for years to come, and it is therefore highly important to defend such actions quickly...
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Allegations of misconduct against a licensed professional are serious. You spent years earning your professional license and you've worked hard to build your reputation. When your professional license is in jeopardy due to allegations of misconduct, your career is at stake. Regulatory and licensing boards have the power to revoke a license, suspend it, or put a licensee on probation. Any complaint against a licensed professional must be treated with the highest level of importance...
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The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) governs agent and adjuster licensing as well as company licensing and registration through the Agent and Adjuster Licensing Office (AAL). The AAL "is responsible for the licensing, registration, certification and regulation of persons who wish to sell insurance or adjust property and casualty claims in the state of Texas." The following agents are subject to the TDI: insurance agents, insurance adjusters, public insurance adjusters, risk managers, life insurance counselors,...
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If a complaint has been filed against you with a professional licensing board, your livelihood, career, and reputation are on the line. This is likely an emotional and stressful time for you. Understandably, you may want to try to talk to the person who filed the complaint against you. You may want to explain your side of the situation or try to convince them to rescind the complaint. However, as a general rule you should...
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After a licensing board, state agency or commission notifies you of a complaint filed against you it is time to take immediate steps to defend yourself. Complaints and subsequent investigations can harm your reputation, and possibly lead to suspension or revocation of your license. Your livelihood and career on are on the line. Take the Complaint Seriously Even if you believe the complaint to be baseless or unfounded, take the complaint seriously from the start....
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Have you been notified of allegations of professional misconduct filed against you? When your professional license is under attack by a licensing board, you are likely concerned about what type of discipline the board has the authority to impose. The truth is: complaints and subsequent investigations can possibly lead to suspension or revocation of your license, or other disciplinary actions. Your livelihood, career, and reputation on are on the line. Our law firm helps professionals,...
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