Licensing boards in Texas have vast power in the regulation and enforcement against those they license. Each licensing board is created by statute and given certain enumerated powers. Often the powers granted to these agencies is broad, which leaves room for inconsistencies across complaint resolutions and unpredictability in imposed sanctions. The specific powers of Texas…
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Anyone can file a complaint against EMS workers―and complainants can even remain anonymous. After you have dedicated your life’s work to helping people in urgent need of medical attention, even a single complaint could derail your career. If you have been notified of a complaint against your EMS license or certificate, we urge you to…
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When a nurse is found to have violated the Texas Nursing Practice Act the consequences can be severe. The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) investigates and adjudicates complaints against nurses. By law, the BON can take disciplinary action against nurses, including license suspension or revocation. Conduct That May Be Grounds for Discipline Conduct that could…
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You worked hard to earn your professional license and build your reputation. A single complaint filed against you with your licensing board can put your license, reputation, and career in jeopardy. If you are facing allegations of misconduct, you need a skilled, aggressive, and knowledgeable professional license defense attorney. The professional license defense attorneys of…
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The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) issues licenses, certificates, and permits to dozens of professions in Texas. Texas state law empowers the TDLR to investigate and resolve complaints received against licensees of the 40 programs it administers. The TDLR receives over 12,000 complaints every year. Complaints come from three major sources: Consumer complaints;…
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The practice of midwifery in Texas is regulated by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). The TDLR’s Midwives program regulates licensed midwives and approved midwifery education courses. Midwifery is defined as: (A) providing the necessary supervision, care, and advice to a woman during normal pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period; (B) conducting a…
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It’s the notice you never want to receive: your Texas licensing board notifying you that a complaint has been filed against you and an investigation has been launched. When someone lodges allegations of misconduct against you, your license, livelihood, and reputation are on the line. Texas licensing boards and state agencies have the power to…
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You worked hard to obtain your CPA license in Texas. If you are suddenly facing a formal complaint, it could threaten your license. Even if you feel the complaint is unfounded, do not take it lightly. It is critical that you take aggressive action to defend yourself and ideally get the complaint dismissed. The Texas…
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Individuals who hold a professional license worked hard to earn their license. Doctors, nurses, CPA’s, lawyers, and dozens of other professionals dedicate years to their education and experience to be eligible for licensure. A single complaint alleging misconduct can put your professional license in jeopardy. An experienced license defense attorney can help defend you against…
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Texas Senate Bill 304 made several statutory modifications to the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners (TBCE), which is the regulatory agency in charge of licensing Texas Chiropractors. Specifically, new laws have been enacted regarding how complaints made to the TBCE are handled. New Laws on Complaints Against Texas Chiropractors The Board may not accept anonymous…
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