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Recent Case Results for BERTOLINO LLP Clients

September 28, 2018Posts

You know it is serious when allegations of misconduct are made against your professional license. Even if you believe the complaint to be baseless, it puts your license, reputation, and possibly your career at risk. It is imperative that you mount a strong defense against the pending allegations. The best way to ensure the most favorable outcome in your case is to hire an experienced license defense attorney from the start. At BERTOLINO LLP are...

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What Activity Does the Texas Board of Nursing Investigate?

September 27, 2018Posts

The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) reviews all the more than 16,000 complaints it receives each year. Complaints that have insufficient information to identify the nurse, do not fall under the jurisdiction of the Board, or are incidents that would not constitute a violation of the Nursing Practice Act (NPA) are not further investigated. When a complaint does result in an investigation into a nurse's behavior, the Board will give the nurse notice of the...

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5 FAQs for Veterinary Licensing in Texas

September 26, 2018Posts

The Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners (TBVME) regulates the practice of veterinary medicine in Texas, and issues licenses for Veterinarians (DVM), Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT), and Equine Dental Providers (EDP). Applicants to the TBVME must pass the state licensing exam and meet all other requirements prior to becoming licensed in Texas. The following are 5 FAQ's for veterinary licensing in Texas. The Texas Veterinary Licensing Act and Board rules are very specific and should...

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Texas EMS Personnel Initial Certification-Licensure

September 25, 2018Posts

Earning your Emergency Medical Services license or certificate in Texas is a major accomplishment. Our paramedics and EMTs dedicate their careers to helping people who are in need of urgent medical attention. You are the people who save us and our loved ones in emergency situations. There are five levels of certification in Texas. The levels are Licensed Paramedic, EMT-Paramedic, Advanced EMT, EMT-Basic, and Emergency Care Attendant (ECA). You must meet the following requirements for...

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Prescriptive Delegation for Controlled Substances in Texas

September 24, 2018Posts

When it comes to prescription delegation for controlled substances in Texas, there are a number of regulations that must be followed. Failure of a licensed physician to fully comply with the Texas Medical Board's (TMB) rules on prescriptive delegation could lead to sanctions and be costly to one's career. The national opioid crisis has not slowed and prescriptions for controlled substances are under heightened scrutiny by regulators and enforcement agencies. The Center for Disease Control...

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What Do Texas Licensing Boards Do?

September 21, 2018Posts

Texas licensing boards manage professional, medical, and vocational license programs in Texas. They oversee all aspects of licensure, including setting standards for licensure, mandates for continuing education credits, creating procedures for resolving complaints, and they are responsible for addressing complaints from the public and taking disciplinary action against a licensee when appropriate. When investigating allegations of misconduct, all licensing boards must afford the licensees due process. This means that a licensee always has the opportunity...

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Common Complaints Against Texas Audiologists

September 20, 2018Medical License Defense Posts

To become a licensed audiologist or speech-language pathologist in Texas requires a great deal of education. These professions often need to complete years of rigorous academic and clinical training focused on the study and diagnosis of hearing disorders, hearing loss, and other audiological medical issues. Texas Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists are regulated by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). The TDLR oversees the program, sets licensing standards, issues licenses, and investigates complaints filed...

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Texas Athletic Trainers – Amendments to Administrative Rules

September 19, 2018Posts

Athletic Trainers in Texas must be licensed by the Texas Department of License and Regulation (TDLR). Pursuant to Texas Senate Bill 202, the TDLR took over the Athletic Trainers program in October of 2016. In the first year under the TDLR, Texas Athletic Trainers saved $10,966.50 in administrative fees. The TDLR recently adopted amendments to the administrative rules for Athletic Trainers. The Agency states that the adopted rules are necessary to implement Texas House Bill...

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Continuing Education Requirements Due Before Renewal of Texas Insurance Agent or Adjuster License

September 18, 2018Posts

Before renewing their licenses, Texas insurance agents and adjusters must complete their continuing education credits and pay any fines or fees that are due. The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) governs agent and adjuster licensing as well as company licensing and registration through the Agent and Adjuster Licensing Office (AAL). The TDI requires a certain amount a continuing education (CE) credits depending on the type of license it issues. The purpose of CE is to...

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Texas Journeyman Industrial Electrician Applications Now Available

September 17, 2018Posts

Texas House Bill 1696 amended the Texas Electrical Safety and Licensing Act to provide for the licensing of Journeyman Industrial Electricians. Under the Texas Electrical Safety and Licensing Act, an applicant for a license to be a Journeyman Industrial Electrician must: have at least 8,000 hours of on-the-job training as a licensed electrical apprentice under the supervision of a master electrician, and pass a journeyman industrial electrician examination administered under this chapter. OCC §1305.1601. You...

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