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What Are the Different Types of Sanctions that an Attorney Can Receive for Misconduct ?

July 02, 2022Uncategorized

The Chief Disciplinary Counsel (CDC) of the State Bar of Texas receives grievances or complaints about professional misconduct from members of the public about licensed attorneys. If the CDC determines that the attorney has violated the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct, the attorney can face various sanctions. Grievance Procedures When the CDC receives a written grievance, they make an initial determination as to whether the grievance alleges violations of professional ethics rules for attorneys....

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Handling a Complaint Against Your Land Surveyor License

May 21, 2022Uncategorized

The Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (TBPELS) handles the licensing, complaint, and disciplinary process for professional engineers and land surveyors. TBPELS accepts complaints from any members of the public about these licensed professionals, investigates those complaints, and takes disciplinary action when warranted. Reviewing Complaints When TBPELS receives a complaint about a professional engineer or land surveyor, it reviews the complaint for jurisdiction, completeness, and evidence of a violation of a rule or...

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Case Study for Doctor #M8869

May 19, 2022Uncategorized

The Texas Medical Board (TMB) issued a suspension after determining that a licensed physician’s continuation in the practice of medicine was a continuing threat to the public welfare. Previous Disciplinary History Doctor #M8869 primarily practices medicine in the state of Texas as an anesthesiologist and has a lengthy disciplinary history. In 2018, the TMB issued an Agreed Order requiring him to document that a chaperone was present during any examination of a female patient, complete...

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When You Receive a Complaint Concerning Your Optometrist License

May 17, 2022Uncategorized

Complaints against professionals are far from uncommon but receiving a complaint from your profession’s licensing board can be overwhelming. The possibility that one complaint could upend the career that you have worked for can be devastating, and you may not know where to turn first. Fortunately, your Texas optometrist license defense attorneys are here to help with the defensive tactics that you need in any disciplinary license proceedings. Common Reasons for Complaints and Discipline Against...

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Why You Shouldn’t Discuss Your Licensing Complaint with Anyone Other Than Your Attorney?

May 15, 2022Uncategorized

When you receive a complaint against your professional or occupational license, you may be upset, angry, and overwhelmed by the situation. You have worked hard to acquire the education and training necessary to get your license, and now a complaint has put it at risk. The last thing that you want to do is lose your license or face disciplinary proceedings over a complaint. If you find yourself in this situation, you may be tempted...

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