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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Under Texas law, Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) may be able to prescribe and order certain types of prescription medications, according to the Texas Board of Nursing (BON). However, there are many situations in which registered nurses may have complaints brought against them for prescription medication errors, mistakes, and issues. If a complaint has been made against your nursing license, it is imperative that you take steps to protect your future. Contact a Texas nursing...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Renewing your dental license may be more challenging than you previously thought. Keeping your dental license active is essential if you hope to continue practicing dental medicine. There may be several roadblocks and issues with your dental license renewal along the way. Here is a general idea of what you can expect as you move through the dental license renewal process and how long it might be before your dental license is officially renewed by...
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