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Sanctions for Speech-Language Pathologists in Disciplinary Proceedings

December 13, 2024 Professional License Defense

Sanctions for Speech-Language Pathologists in Disciplinary Proceedings

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) is the state agency that handles licensing and disciplinary matters for various licensed occupations in Texas, including speech-language pathologists. Unfortunately, patients, colleagues, and other third parties can report speech-language pathologists, like all professionals, for alleged misconduct. Complaints handled by TDLR may involve any of the rules and laws governing speech-language pathologists.  Even if the complaint has no merit, receiving a complaint from TDLR can be highly stressful. The possibility...

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Disciplinary Proceedings for Veterinarians and the Sanctions They May Face

December 12, 2024 Medical License Defense

Disciplinary Proceedings for Veterinarians and the Sanctions They May Face

In 2023, the Texas legislature administratively attached the Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners (TBVME) to the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR) for a temporary period, which is due to expire on August 31, 2024. The TBVME, under the auspices of the TDLR, currently licenses, oversees, and enforces the rules and laws that govern veterinarians, licensed veterinarian technicians, and equine dental providers. If the TBVME receives a complaint against a veterinarian, that agency...

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Continuing Education Requirements and Your Professional License

December 11, 2024 License Defense

Continuing Education Requirements and Your Professional License 2

To maintain their licenses, individuals who hold professional licenses must typically complete a minimum of continuing education hours within a certain timeframe. The amount and subject matter of those education requirements vary according to the profession involved. However, under the disciplinary rules that govern most professions in Texas, failing to complete the required continuing education requirements can lead to disciplinary action against one’s professional license.  A Texas professional license defense attorney can help defend you in disciplinary...

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Potential Sanctions for Professional Engineers in Disciplinary Proceedings

December 10, 2024 Professional Engineers License Defense

Potential Sanctions for Professional Engineers in Disciplinary Proceedings

The Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (PELS) is the state agency in Texas that licenses and regulates professional engineers and land surveyors. Complaints against any professional engineers can result in disciplinary proceedings, which, in turn, can lead to significant sanctions and the loss of their licenses. If you are facing a complaint that someone has filed with PELS alleging that you have violated a law or rule related to your profession, you likely need...

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When Your Licensing Board Probates Your License Suspension

December 09, 2024 Professional License Defense

When Your Licensing Board Probates Your License Suspension: What Does This Mean for You and Your Ability to Work?

Sanctions for violating rules and laws that apply to your profession can significantly adversely affect your license, career, and financial stability. One misstep or error in judgment can lead to disciplinary proceedings before your licensing board or agency. When you are facing a disciplinary complaint, consulting a professional license defense lawyer to defend your license can be crucial to successfully fighting against misconduct allegations and reaching a positive outcome in your case. Defining a Probated License Suspension...

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The Implications of Failing to Respond to a Professional

December 08, 2024 Professional License Defense

The Implications of Failing to Respond to a Professional Disciplinary Complaint

Navigating the rules and laws related to your profession can be complex, especially when you have received notice of a complaint against your license. Failing to respond to a licensing complaint can be highly detrimental to the outcome of your disciplinary proceedings. As a result, formulating a timely, informed, and effective response to the complaint is critical.  You will likely have only a short time to respond to your complaint. An experienced professional license defense...

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Sanctions in Disciplinary Proceedings Before the Texas BON

December 07, 2024 Nursing License Defense

Sanctions in Disciplinary Proceedings Before the Texas Board of Nursing

The Texas Board of Nursing (TBON) is responsible for regulating and monitoring all levels of licensed nurses. As a result, if TBON receives a complaint against a licensed nurse for a violation of the Nursing Practice Act or another rule or law that governs nurses, it has a duty to investigate and prosecute that complaint, if merited. If TBON ultimately decides that you have violated an applicable rule or law, you could face sanctions that...

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December 06, 2024 Teacher License Defense

Widespread Impact of Texas Teacher Certification Scandal: New Details Emerge

Recent updates from the Texas Education Agency (TEA) provide further insight into the scale of the ongoing teacher certification fraud investigation, highlighting its extensive reach across the state. TEA Identifies Over 100 Teachers Under Investigation The TEA has named 102 educators as part of its investigation into the fraudulent certification scheme, which enabled approximately 200 individuals to bypass proper testing procedures. Nearly 40 of these educators were employed in Houston-area school districts, including 15 in...

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What Licenses and Certifications does the TMB Issue and Regulate

December 06, 2024 Medical License Defense

What Licenses and Certifications Does the TMB Issue and Regulate?

The Texas Medical Board (TMB) licenses and regulates physicians and other medical professionals. As part of its regulatory duties, the TMB receives complaints about these medical professionals and investigates those complaints against them. The TMB also brings formal disciplinary action against those professionals if there is evidence that they have violated the rules or laws that govern their professions. Obtaining experienced legal counsel to represent your interests in disciplinary proceedings before the TMB can be...

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Texas Supreme Court Adopts Amendments to Texas Rules of Professional Conduct

December 05, 2024 License Defense

Texas Supreme Court Adopts Amendments to Texas Rules of Professional Conduct

The Texas State Bar licenses and regulates attorneys in Texas. This entity ensures that lawyers follow the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct. The Texas Rules of Disciplinary Procedure govern lawyer disciplinary proceedings that result from violations of the Disciplinary Rules. Any violations of those rules can lead to disciplinary proceedings before the State Bar.  As a licensed attorney in the state of Texas, you must keep up to date with any changes in the...

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