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July 06, 2023 Nursing License Defense

What is the Texas Board of Nursing’s Definition of a “Minor Incident” and Is It Distinguishable from More Serious Violations

The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) licenses, regulates, and disciplines nurses per the Texas Nursing Practice Act (NPA) and Board Rules. Therefore, serious NPA and Board Rules violations can lead to disciplinary action against your nursing license. However, not every minor violation can or should result in disciplinary action, and BON discourages the reporting of conduct by nurses that constitute only "minor incidents." With that said, committing a minor violation still may lead to complaints...

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July 05, 2023 Nursing License Defense

What are the Texas Medical Board Rules Regarding the Promotion of Patient Safety and Quality Care?

You’ve worked hard to get the education and credentials necessary to become a licensed physician or medical professional and build your career. Unfortunately, the Texas Medical Board (TMB) has advised that you are facing a complaint against your license for violating a rule or law related to patient safety and quality of care. Even if the complaint is groundless, you must proactively protect your license and career, as the TMB can take significant disciplinary actions...

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July 04, 2023 Nursing License Defense

What are the Texas Board of Nursing’s Rules Regarding Nursing Documentation and Record keeping?

As a licensed nurse in Texas, you must follow all the rules and laws that apply to your profession. The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) is the state agency that licenses nurses. BON also takes complaints about nurses, investigates those complaints, and pursues disciplinary action where warranted. Nurses are subject to various laws and rules relating to recordkeeping and patient documentation. Failure to follow these laws and rules can lead to negative repercussions for your...

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July 03, 2023 Professional License Defense

What is Role of an Advance Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) and How Are They Regulated by the Texas Board of Nursing?

The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) licenses and regulates all types of nurses in Texas, including Advance Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs). Nurses can face disciplinary proceedings concerning their licenses if BON receives complaints against them and finds that they have violated the rules or laws that apply to them. Since the repercussions of these proceedings can be severe, contacting an experienced Texas nursing license defense lawyer should be your first step if you receive notice...

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July 02, 2023 Nursing License Defense

The Role of the Texas Board of Nursing in Addressing Issues Related to Substance Abuse and Addiction Among Nurses

Substance abuse and addiction can result in you losing your nursing license or, at the very least, facing disciplinary action against you by the Texas Board of Nursing (BON). However, the BON also recognizes that substance abuse disorders are treatable. Nurses who receive appropriate treatment and reach a stable recovery can provide safe and quality care under specific circumstances. An experienced nursing license defense lawyer can represent your interests in any disciplinary proceedings resulting from...

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July 01, 2023 License Defense

A Look at the Role of the Texas Medical Board in Promoting Telehealth and Other Innovations in Medical Practice

The primary function of the Texas Medical Board (TMB) is to license and regulate doctors and some other medical professionals. However, the TMB is also often at the forefront of innovations in medical practice, such as telehealth. As the medical profession has increased its technological capabilities, partially in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in recent years, the TMB has also developed guidelines and rules to allow practitioners to utilize these developments while maintaining the utmost...

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June 10, 2023 License Defense

What is the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement?

The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) licenses and regulates various law enforcement-related occupations, including licensed peace officers, county corrections officers or jailers, agency chief administrators, telecommunications officers, and constables. Individuals must satisfy certain requirements to meet licensing standards, and TCOLE may only issue individuals initial or renewal licenses if they meet those standards. As part of its duties, TCOLE also receives complaints against these individuals and takes disciplinary action as needed concerning matters over...

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June 09, 2023 Professional License Defense

Handling Complaints Against Instructors and Program Providers of Offender Education Programs

You have worked hard to earn your license as an offender education instructor and/or program provider in Texas. However, a complaint against you could threaten the career that you have worked so hard to build. You have too much at stake to try and handle a complaint and potential disciplinary action on your own. Instead, call an experienced offender education programs license defense lawyer to protect your rights, your license, and your reputation. By getting...

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June 08, 2023 Medical License Defense

Disciplinary Action Against Texas Social Workers

The Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (“the Council”) is the umbrella agency for various boards that license and regulate mental health professionals in Texas, including the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners (“the Board”). If you are a social worker and a client files a complaint against you, the Board handles the complaint and any resulting disciplinary proceedings. Any social worker facing a disciplinary complaint should consult a social worker license defense lawyer for...

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June 07, 2023 Professional License Defense

What is a Proposal for Decision?

Professionals are subject to the laws and rules governing their respective professions. Complaints from clients, patients, or other professionals may lead to disciplinary action against your professional license. In some cases, disciplinary proceedings may lead to an administrative hearing at the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH). After a hearing before an administrative law judge (ALJ) at SOAH, the ALJ may issue a Proposal for Decision (PFD) in your case. Having a professional license defense...

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