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March 11, 2026Professional License Defense

TDLR Disciplinary Actions Against Barbers and Cosmetologists

The Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR) licenses, monitors, and regulates dozens of licensed professions for compliance with the rules and regulations that apply to them, including barbers and cosmetologists. A summary of recent disciplinary actions by TDLR against barbers and cosmetologists follows. No matter your situation, a professional license defense lawyer can help. We aim to assist you with your proceedings before TDLR and achieve the most positive outcome possible in your case. Disciplinary...

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September 10, 2025Professional License Defense

Felony Arrests and Your Professional License

If you are a licensed professional, you should know that arrests on criminal charges, especially for felony charges, can lead to disciplinary action against you by your professional licensing board. If you are in this situation, an experienced professional license defense attorney at Bertolino LLP will work to keep you informed of your rights and responsibilities when you become subject to a disciplinary proceedings as a result of a felony arrest. Licensing Board Rules Each...

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April 08, 2025Professional License Defense

Sanctions for Counselors and Therapists in Disciplinary Proceedings

The Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC) is the state agency that oversees licensing and disciplinary proceedings for several licensed professions, including professional counselors and marriage and family therapists. As is the case with all licensed occupations, clients, colleagues, and other third parties can report counselors and therapists for alleged misconduct. BHEC receives, considers, and investigates any such complaints. Your Texas counseling license defense lawyers are here to help you devise the best strategy to defend yourself...

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April 06, 2025Professional License Defense

Potential Sanctions Against Podiatrists in Disciplinary Licensing Actions

The Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR) licenses and enforces the laws and regulations for various occupations, including podiatrists. They also handle any disciplinary complaints received against podiatrists. The outcome of disciplinary proceedings against podiatrists can be severe, so getting legal advice about your situation is crucial. An experienced podiatrist license defense lawyer at Bertolino LLP can represent your interests in any proceedings that you may face before your professional licensing agency. We can...

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April 04, 2025Professional License Defense

Texas Legislature Considers Joining Interstate Compacts to Address Healthcare Workers Shortage

Like many other states, Texas is experiencing a shortage of all types of healthcare workers. As a result, the Texas legislature is considering joining interstate compacts for various professions to bring more needed healthcare workers to the state. All healthcare occupations have laws and regulations that licensees must follow, including laws related to interstate practice. No matter your situation, consulting a professional license defense lawyer to defend your license can be crucial. We aim to assist you...

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April 03, 2025Professional License Defense

Failing to Follow Professional Licensing Board Orders: What You Need to Know

If you are a professional facing a disciplinary complaint, you likely will have the chance to resolve your complaint informally by agreeing to a board order. This order sets forth certain responsibilities and conditions you must complete due to your disciplinary proceedings. For various reasons, if you fail to follow a professional licensing board order, you may face further disciplinary proceedings or other adverse consequences. If you are in this situation, an experienced professional license...

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March 28, 2025Professional License Defense

What Professional License Can a Convicted Felon Get in Texas?

A felony conviction can have serious consequences on your ability to obtain or keep a professional license. However, a Texas Professional License Defense Lawyer can help you navigate the process, as some licenses may still be available to convicted felons depending on the nature of the crime, evidence of rehabilitation, and the specific licensing board’s rules. Can a Convicted Felon Get a Professional License in Texas? Yes, in some cases. While many professional licenses have...

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March 18, 2025Professional License Defense

Do Misdemeanor Convictions Affect My Ability to Get a Professional License?

Criminal convictions may adversely impact your ability to get a professional or occupational license in some cases. While felony convictions are a primary cause for concern in these circumstances, misdemeanor convictions also may be an issue in professional licensure applications, depending on the type of conviction and nature of the license involved. An experienced professional license defense attorney at Bertolino LLP can represent your interests in any proceedings that you may face before your professional...

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March 17, 2025Professional License Defense

When Does My Professional License Disciplinary Case go to the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH)?

Individuals who hold professional licenses have certain due process rights when involved in disciplinary actions against their professional licenses. If licensees cannot resolve a disciplinary case with their licensing agency or board, they typically have the right to a contested hearing before the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH). A Texas professional license defense attorney can help defend you in disciplinary proceedings that may arise from a failure to complete continuing education requirements and other allegations...

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March 14, 2025Professional License Defense

The Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC) Adopts New Rules

Navigating the rules and laws related to your profession can be complex, especially when they frequently change. Keeping up to date with any changes to applicable laws, policies, and regulations can be crucial to the success of your career and the continuation of your livelihood. Fortunately, an experienced professional counselor license defense attorney at Bertolino LLP will work to keep your informed of your rights and responsibilities under Texas law. We also can represent your...

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