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What Happens When A Complaint is Filed Against a Nurse in Texas?

March 16, 2018Professional License Defense Posts

The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) enforces the Texas Nursing Practice Act and its Rules and Regulations by setting minimum standards for nursing practice and education in Texas. The BON receives more than 16,000 complaints each year. When it has jurisdiction, the Board conducts investigations of allegations against nurses and adjudicates complaints. When the BON receives a complaint against a nurse in Texas it first reviews the complaint to determine if: A violation occurred. Whether...

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4 Helpful Tips If You’re a Professional License holder and You’re Under Investigation

March 09, 2018Professional License Defense Posts

Receiving a notice informing you that a complaint has been filed against your professional license is a frightening and intimidating situation. You've worked hard for years to earn your license, and you never imagine that you would ever have to defend yourself against allegations of misconduct or unprofessionalism. The effects of a licensing board complaint and the ensuing investigation can be mitigated by taking the proper actions as soon as you are notified of the...

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Tips to Avoid A Complaint for Texas Social Workers

February 27, 2018Professional License Defense Posts

Social workers in Texas devote their lives to working tirelessly for our most vulnerable citizens. You probably entered this profession because you are deeply committed to helping people and providing them with the resources they need. Texas is a better place thanks to your hard work and dedication. If someone files a complaint against you, claiming you didn't do your job right, you may feel surprised and hurt. Even if you think there's no basis...

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The 5 Legal Mistakes to Avoid After a Licensing Board Complaint Has Been Filed Against You

January 10, 2018Professional License Defense Posts

Once you have been notified that a complaint has been filed against you with your licensing board, how you respond and every action you take matters. It is important that you not do anything that will harm your defense. As soon as you are notified of a complaint, hire a license defense lawyer to be your advocate, to protect your rights, and to help you navigate the complaint process. Failure to fully disclose all important...

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What is an Administrative Hearing?

November 29, 2017Professional License Defense Posts

An Administrative Hearing is a "trial-like proceeding before an administrative agency or administrative law judge.  As in a trial, evidence is proffered and testimony is given." If you are defending your professional license against an attack by a Texas state licensing board, your case may require an administrative hearing. What is an Administrative Hearing? Complaints filed against licensees of Texas licensing boards are resolved by Administrative Hearings before the Texas State Office of Administrative Hearing...

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