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Report Malpractice Suits to the TMB

October 13, 2024 Professional License Defense

Do Physicians Have to Report Medical Malpractice Suits to the Texas Medical Board?

The Texas Medical Board (TMB) licenses and regulates physicians. As part of its duties, the TMB receives complaints about physicians, investigates those complaints, and brings formal disciplinary action against physicians as needed. Obtaining experienced legal counsel to represent your interests in disciplinary proceedings before the TMB can be a significant step in reaching a positive outcome in your case. Therefore, if you are facing disciplinary investigations, complaints, or formal proceedings before the Board, you should...

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APRNS and Guidelines for Prescribing Controlled Sub

October 12, 2024 Nursing License Defense

APRNS and Guidelines for Prescribing Controlled Substances

The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) licenses and regulates nurses, including advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs). As a result, the BON must ensure that APRNs follow all applicable laws and rules. Any violations by APRNS, including those related to prescribing controlled substances, can lead to disciplinary proceedings and potentially severe sanctions. As a result, all APRNs must be knowledgeable about and follow the laws and rules that govern their profession.  If you face disciplinary proceedings...

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TDLR Issues

October 11, 2024 Professional License Defense

TDLR Issues 2025-2029 Strategic Plan

All individuals holding occupational licenses and certifications issued by the state must follow certain laws and rules. The Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR) is the state agency that licenses and regulates various occupations. Therefore, TDLR also receives complaints about these licensees and brings disciplinary actions against them to enforce rules and laws if necessary.  Disciplinary complaints may lead to sanctions that adversely affect your career. In severe cases, you could even face a...

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What Are the Telehealth Rules

October 09, 2024 Professional License Defense

What Are the Telehealth Rules for Health Professions Regulated by the TDLR?

Earning health professions licenses or certificates regulated by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) requires substantial time and training. The potential sanctions of a complaint and disciplinary proceedings against your license, which can result when you violate a rule or law applicable to your profession, can be severe. Therefore, you must be fully aware of all the laws and rules you must follow, including those related to the provision of telehealth services in...

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Disciply Proceedings Before the Board of Chiropractic

October 08, 2024 License Defense

What Happens During Disciplinary Proceedings Before the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners?

Licensed attorneys are subject to various rules and laws applicable to their profession, which the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners (“the Board”) enforces. Chiropractors may face disciplinary proceedings before that agency if they violate applicable rules or laws.  You need experienced legal counsel during these proceedings to protect your ability to operate your chiropractic office. A chiropractic license defense lawyer can represent you before the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners in disciplinary proceedings and help...

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Reporting Arrests to the Board of PT Examiners

October 07, 2024 Professional License Defense

Reporting Arrests to the Board of Physical Therapy Examiners

The Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (TBPTE) licenses and regulates physical therapists (PTs) and physical therapist assistants (PTAs) to ensure they comply with all applicable laws and rules. As an integral part of its responsibilities under state law, the TBPTE receives and investigates complaints against licensees and initiates disciplinary action if needed. Disciplinary proceedings can seriously affect your professional license. Therefore, if you receive a complaint against your license, we urge you to seek assistance...

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Disciplinary Sanctions for Barbers and Cosmet

October 07, 2024 Professional License Defense

Potential Disciplinary Sanctions for Barbers and Cosmetologists

An experienced barber or cosmetologist license defense attorney at Bertolino LLP can represent your interests in any proceedings before the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR). We can review the licensure issues that your case involves and work to develop strategies to resolve those issues most effectively. Whether you are facing licensure issues or disciplinary proceedings, you will benefit from the services of an barber or cosmetologist license defense lawyer to protect your career....

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Bertolino LLP

September 27, 2024 Scholarship

Stacy Bediako Wins the 2024 Bertolino Government Regulations Scholarship

Societal change is constant and, in these days, increasingly rapid. It’s difficult to imagine what the world may look like in 50 years – and yet, that’s exactly what Bertolino Law asks students applying for its 2024 Bertolino Government Regulations Scholarship to do.  This year’s applicants had to thoughtfully consider what impact American society may have on the world 50 years into the future. Of all the video essays submitted to the firm, Stacy Bediako’s...

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September 18, 2024 License Defense

Criminal History and Licensing for Professional Counselors

The Texas Behavioral Executive Council (BHEC) regulates and monitors various behavioral health professionals, including professional counselors. Applicants must undergo a criminal background check as part of the licensing process. Individuals with a criminal history may encounter difficulties obtaining a license to become a professional counselor, depending on the nature of their criminal history and various factors related to those circumstances. Fortunately, BHEC has a process by which they will evaluate your criminal history in advance...

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September 17, 2024 Misconduct

What is the Texas Education Agency’s “Do Not Hire” Registry and What Effect Does It Have on My Teaching Career?

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) licenses, oversees and regulates Texas teachers, superintendents, and other education professionals. This agency ensures that these professionals comply with the laws and regulations that apply to them. The State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) is the TEA division that handles educator disciplinary proceedings. They also administer the Do Not Hire Registry, a database of individuals disqualified from employment in public schools.  If you face a complaint or disciplinary proceedings before the TEA,...

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