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Understanding the Funeral Service Commission Disciplinary Process

July 13, 2022Uncategorized

As a funeral service provider, you assist people during some of the most challenging times in their lives. To safeguard the professionalism and dignity of the funeral service profession, the state of Texas created the Texas Funeral Service Commission (TFSC). TFSC oversees funeral service providers and handles any disciplinary proceedings that arise out of complaints about those providers.  Timeframe for Complaints  Generally, consumers must file complaints against funeral service providers within two years of the...

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How to Handle Complaints Against Your Insurance License

July 12, 2022Uncategorized

As an insurance agent or adjuster, you work hard to help your clients protect their property. However, when a client files a complaint against you, it constitutes a direct threat to your insurance license and career. In this situation, you need a strong insurance license defense lawyer to represent your interests before the Texas Department of Insurance. You need someone who will work tirelessly on your behalf to protect your license and your career.  Complaints...

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What Kind of Professionals Does the Texas Department of State Health Services License and Regulate ?

July 11, 2022Uncategorized

The Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) licenses and regulates the following Emergency Medical Services (EMS) occupations and entities: Companies or providers Initial education programs Continuing education programs Personnel, including  Emergency Care Attendants (ECAs) Emergency Medical Technicians-Basic (EMTs-Basic) EMTs-Paramedic Licensed Paramedics Educators, including Instructors Course Coordinators As a result, TDSHS is responsible for enforcing the laws and rules that govern people working in EMS positions and the companies that employ and educate them. They...

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What Factors Do Licensing Authorities Consider When Determining if Your Criminal History Makes You Ineligible for Occupational Licensing ?

July 10, 2022Uncategorized

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) governs dozens of occupational licenses, from air conditioning and refrigeration contractors and cosmetologists to podiatrists and used auto parts recyclers. If you want to engage in any of these occupations, you must be licensed by TDLR. However, you may be concerned about your ability to obtain a license for one of the occupations covered by TDLR if you have a criminal record. Our occupational license defense attorneys...

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When Addiction Leads to Disciplinary Proceedings Against Your Professional License

July 09, 2022Uncategorized

Whether it involves alcohol, prescription drugs, or street drugs, addiction does not discriminate. As a result, many professionals, especially those in high-stress positions, succumb to addiction as easily as non-professionals. Addiction can adversely affect your relationships, criminal history, and job. However, when you are a professional whose career requires a license, addiction also can impact your ability to maintain your career successfully.  Whether you are currently using, seeking rehabilitation, or well along in your recovery...

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What Steps We Can Take to Preserve Your Professional License

July 08, 2022Uncategorized

A professional license typically represents years of studying, test preparation, and training. You have worked hard to earn your license and work in your chosen profession. However, receiving notice of a complaint from your licensing board or agency can suddenly put your future in jeopardy. When you are in this situation, you need to take robust and immediate action to defend yourself. The professional license defense attorneys at Bertolino, LLP can help. Responding to a...

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Types of Licensing Board Disciplinary Sanctions that You Might Face

July 07, 2022Uncategorized

Disciplinary sanctions can vary widely according to the rules and laws that govern your professional licensure. As a result, you can face a range of sanctions if your licensing board finds that you have violated a rule or law. Furthermore, every case is different. As a result, just because one person receives a particular sanction for one type of misconduct doesn't always mean that you will receive the same sanction.  General Sanctions that You Can...

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What Happens at an Administrative Hearing ?

July 06, 2022Uncategorized

When you have spent years obtaining a professional license and building a career, disciplinary proceedings can be devastating. The licensing agency that regulates your profession may decide to impose disciplinary sanctions on your license that could jeopardize your reputation and your livelihood.  Fortunately, you have the right to appeal those sanctions by requesting an administrative hearing. Our professional license defense attorneys can protect your rights at that hearing and present your side of the story....

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What Types of Crimes Can Endanger My Teaching License ?

July 05, 2022Uncategorized

The State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) is responsible for investigating and disciplining teachers and other educators for misconduct. SBEC also has the power to prohibit a teacher from teaching while they investigate allegations of misconduct, depending on how severe the allegations are.  Not all misconduct allegations lead to the loss of your teaching license or other types of discipline. However, some forms of misconduct, including a conviction for some crimes, can lead to the...

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What Agency Regulates and Investigates Complaints Against Social Workers ?

July 04, 2022Uncategorized

Social workers devote themselves to working on behalf of those who often need help the most in our society. Their tireless dedication fills a void for many people who have no one to advocate for them. However, even social workers are not immune from complaints from others claiming that they haven’t done their jobs right.  Even if you think there is no basis for the complaint against you, you must take it seriously. You worked...

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