Blog : Texas Professional License Defense Law Firm : Bertolino LLP

October 01, 2019 Posts

Defending Your Professional License

Our law firm helps professionals, like you, keep their licenses when those licenses are under attack by a state agency or board. If you have received a licensing complaint, BERTOLINO LLP can help. We represent licensed professionals across the entire State of Texas. Our honest, experienced attorneys will fight aggressively on behalf of your license and reputation. Defending Your Professional License The lawyers of BERTOLINO LLP have successfully helped clients throughout Texas in cases involving...

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September 30, 2019 Posts

Medical Board Defense Lawyer TX

Doctors and surgeons must adhere to rigorous professional standards in Texas. As a highly skilled medical professional, we know you have spent years training in your field and devoted time and resources to becoming the best physician you can be. The fact is, even a single complaint against your medical license can put all that you have worked for in jeopardy. But you do not have to allow a complaint filed by a patient or...

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September 27, 2019 Professional License Defense

5 Things To Know When A Complaint is Filed Against Your Occupational License

It is a notice dreaded by any licensed professional: a complaint has been filed against you with your licensing board. If you are on the receiving end of such a notice from a Texas licensing board or other state agency, there are things you need to know. 5 Things To Know When A Complaint is Filed Against Your Occupational License When someone lodges allegations of misconduct against you, your license, livelihood, and reputation are on...

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September 26, 2019 Professional License Defense

How Many Agencies Has the Texas Sunset Advisory Commission Abolished?

Created in 1977 by the Texas Legislature, the Sunset process questions the success of and the continued need for certain agencies that carry out the responsibilities of state government. The Sunset process gives an in-depth review of the state agency to determine if the functions are still relevant, if it is successfully carrying out its mission, and in what ways the agency could operate more efficiently. The Texas Sunset Act applies to about 140 agencies...

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September 25, 2019 Posts

Texas Dental Board New Rules on Nitrous Oxide Administration by Dental Assistants

The Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE) has jurisdiction over licensed dentists, dental hygienist, registered dental assistants, and dental laboratories in the State of Texas. It establishes standards for the practice of dentistry in Texas and enforces the Dental Practice Act and other statutes relating to the practice of dentistry. Nitrous Oxide Administered Dental Assistants Effective September 1, 2019, dental assistants wishing to obtain Nitrous Oxide Monitoring registration must: Pay an application fee. Provide...

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September 24, 2019 Posts

Texas Physician Health Program (TXPHP) Participant Compliance

The Texas Physician Health Program (TXPHP) is an independent program that serves TMB applicants and licensees affected by substance use disorders, physical illness and impairment, or psychiatric conditions. It functions in cooperation with existing entities within the Texas Medical Association, the Texas Osteopathic Medical Association, the Texas Academy of Physician Assistants, and the Texas State Board of Acupuncture Examiners. The program's mission is to protect the health of Texans and to promote medical excellence by...

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Complaints against law enforcement officers the texas commission on law enforcement cannot investigate

September 23, 2019 Posts

Complaints Against Law Enforcement Officers the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Cannot Investigate

The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE or the Commission) regulates law enforcement personnel, police officers, corrections officers, and public security officers in Texas. TCOLE issues licenses to applicants who meet the statutory standards and investigates certain complaints made against Texas law enforcement officers. The Commission has the authority to investigate complaints against law enforcement officers for: Jurisdictional complaints resolved: 6,487 An alleged violation of a law or rule relates to licensing, certification or appointment;...

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September 20, 2019 Posts

Enforcement Division of the Texas State Board of Pharmacy

The Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP) is the state regulatory agency responsible for licensing of Texas pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacies. The TSBP's Enforcement Division is responsible for handling complaints against licensees and imposing disciplinary measures. As stated in the Board's Annual Report 2018, the Enforcement Division's Goal is: To enforce pharmacy laws and rules through investigations of licensees and registrants of TSBP. To monitor the complaint process and transfer complaints involving substantive allegations...

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September 19, 2019 Posts

The TDLR Sent Me A Notice of Violation and Penalty, What Can I Do?

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) regulates over forty programs in Texas. When complaints are filed against its licensees it has a duty to investigate, and in certain cases, to impose disciplinary action. At the start of an investigation, the TDLR may issue an opening letter to the licensee alerting them to the allegations and pending investigation; however, for certain complaints, opening letters may not be issued due to the type of investigation...

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September 18, 2019 Posts

Laser Hair Removal Technicians in Texas – What You Need to Know

Laser Hair Removal, if not conducted properly, can cause harm to patients. The Texas Department of Licensing and Registration (TDLR) regulates laser hair removal facilities and the Technicians licensed to perform the procedures. The TDLR issues certificates of registration to laser hair removal facilities, qualified technicians, and agency-accepted training programs in Texas. However, the TDLR does not regulate laser hair removal performed in a licensed hospital, a clinic owned or operated by a licensed hospital,...

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