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August 25, 2019 Posts

New Laws for TDLR Programs – Texas Department of License and Regulation

The 86th Texas Legislature passed a number of bills related to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) and its programs. Many of these new laws are slated to become effective on September 1, 2019, while a few were made effective immediately. A few are to take effect in early 2020. To review the full list of recently enacted legislation, visit the Agency's page on TDLR-related bills here. Some of the new laws are...

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August 24, 2019 Posts

Pending Rule Changes for Texas Chiropractors

Texas chiropractors are licensed and regulated by the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners (TBCE). The Board functions to ensure that chiropractors have a strong understanding of their profession and ethical expectations. Recently the Board voted to propose rule changes and those are now pending adoption. The proposed rule changes address a number of important concerns for chiropractors. The topics addressed include: Fees Place of Business Mandatory Notice to the Public Mandatory Display of License Unsafe...

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August 23, 2019 Posts

San Antonio Contractors Busted in Undercover Sting Operation

Texas was part of a multi-state sting against unlicensed contractors. As a result of the San Antonio undercover sting operation, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) will file at least 47 enforcement cases against unlicensed electricians and air conditioning contractors. The enforcement effort was coordinated by the National Association of State Contractors Licensing Agencies (NASCLA) and included the District of Columbia and 10 states: Texas, Arizona, California, Florida, Mississippi, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon,...

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August 22, 2019 Professional License Defense

Complexities of Occupational License Defense Matters

If a licensing board in Texas is investigating you for allegation of wrongdoing, violating a board rule, or other malfeasance, your career is in jeopardy. Make no mistake: even a single complaint against you with the licensing board can ruin your career. Complexities of Occupational License Defense Matters Our firm represents professionals defend their licenses against attack by a Texas licensing board or other state agency. We defend medical licenses with the Texas Medical Board,...

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August 21, 2019 Posts

Case Evaluation with Our Firm: Discuss the Merits of Your Potential Case, Get Straightforward Answers

Your career, livelihood, and reputation are at stake when an allegation of misconduct is lodged against your professional license. If you are facing a complaint filed with a Texas licensing board or State regulatory agency, fill out our case evaluation form. You will meet with one of our experienced license defense attorneys to discuss the merits of your potential case and get straightforward answers. Meeting with an attorney as soon as practicable after being notified...

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August 20, 2019 Posts

Texas Law Enforcement & Licensing Eligibility Based on Military Discharge Status

The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) regulates law enforcement personnel, corrections officers, and public security officers in Texas. TCOLE rules are found in the Texas Administrative Code. TCOLE shall issue a license to applicants who meet the statutory standards. Licensing Eligibility Based on Military Discharge Status for Texas Law Enforcement Officers One of the standards for licensure by the Commission relates to the military discharge of an applicant. An individual may only be licensed...

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August 19, 2019 Professional License Defense

Consumer Complaints & Department Complaints: Both Investigated by the Texas Department of Licensing and Registration

Dozens of professionals in Texas are regulated by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). By statute, the TDLR is mandated to investigate and resolve complaints received against licensees of the programs it administers. Complaints against TDLR licensees can come from a number of places. The three major sources are consumer complaints, internal referrals from routine inspections, and criminal background investigations of applicants and licensees. Consumer complaints and department complaints are both investigated by...

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August 18, 2019 Posts

Alternative Dispute Resolution: Resolving Contested Licensing Board Cases Referred to the State Office of Administrative Hearings

Texas licensing boards investigate complaints filed against the individuals and entities they license. When a complaint moves forward to investigation and is not resolved informally, or when the licensee requests a hearing, then the case will be forwarded to the Texas State Office of Administrative Hearing (SOAH) for formal hearing. SOAH hears all types of cases against license holders regarding complaints of violations of board rules and/or other alleged malfeasance. A SOAH hearing serves as...

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August 17, 2019 Posts

TDLR Disciplinary Actions

An individual or business entity licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) is subject to the rules and regulations pertaining to their specific program. The TDLR regulates over forty programs and professions in Texas. Any holder of a license may be subject to TDLR disciplinary action based upon a complaint filed against the licensee. Possible TDLR Disciplinary Action As the licensing body, the Agency is responsible for resolving complaints against licensees. Licensees...

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August 16, 2019 Posts

4 Actions to Avoid When A Licensing Board is Investigating a Complaint Against You

It is a tough day when you receive a notice that a complaint has been filed against you with your licensing board and now you are under investigation. Your license, livelihood, and reputation are at risk. Texas licensing boards have the authority to take a number of disciplinary actions against their licenses. In order to protect your license and mount the best defense against the allegations, avoid these 4 actions. 1. Avoid Avoiding. Do not...

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