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15 complaints against air conditioning and refrigeration contractors

July 15, 2022 Vocational License Defense

Complaints Towards Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors

Like many other professions, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (ACR) contractors are subject to licensing standards. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has the authority under state law to regulate ACR licenses. These licenses relate to all workers who install, maintain, and repair heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems. If you are facing a complaint against your ACR license, a vocational license defense lawyer from Bertolino, LLP, may be able to assist you. TDLR Authority...

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July 14, 2022 Accountant License Defense

How to Defend Your CPA License

Certified public accountants or CPAs perform an essential function in society every day. We know how a single complaint can have severe consequences for your career and future. As a result, we put all our efforts toward defending the CPA licenses of professionals just like you so that you can maintain your reputation and your livelihood. You can count on us to provide you with the vigorous defense you need when facing a complaint involving...

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July 13, 2022 Funeral Service License Defense

Understanding the Funeral Service Commission Disciplinary Process

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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July 12, 2022 Insurance License Defense

How to Handle Complaints Against Your Insurance License

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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July 11, 2022 Articles

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

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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10 what factors do licensing authorities consider

July 10, 2022 Professional License Defense

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

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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9 when addiction leads to disciplinary proceedings

July 09, 2022 Professional License Defense

When Addiction Leads to Disciplinary Proceedings Against Your Professional License

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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July 08, 2022 Professional License Defense

What Steps We Can Take to Preserve Your Professional License

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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July 07, 2022 Articles

Types of Licensing Board Disciplinary Sanctions that You Might Face

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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July 06, 2022 Professional License Defense

What Happens at an Administrative Hearing ?

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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