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What Types of Complaints Does the Texas Education Agency (TEA) Handle?

September 05, 2017Posts

The Texas Education Agency is headquartered at the William B. Travis Building in downtown Austin. While they are responsible for handling a wide range of complaints regarding the school system, and even their agency itself, the overall goal of the TEA is to see that students are receiving a good education in the public-school system. They supervise primary and secondary school administrations, providing the resources and guidance necessary. Along with the State Board of Education...

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Responding to Allegations of Misconduct in Medicine

September 04, 2017Posts

No matter how long you have been practicing, dealing with an allegation of misconduct can be extremely stressful, especially when you have trained and worked so hard to provide excellent medical care for your patients. Although you may find it challenging to remain calm during such a time, maintaining your professional attitude and allowing an experienced medical license defense attorney to handle the legal details is crucial for protecting your license. It is inevitable that...

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Disciplinary Action from the Texas Department of Insurance: Can I Contest My Fine?

September 01, 2017Professional License Defense Posts

The insurance industry is one fraught with complex rules and regulations. Often centered around health and safety issues—especially for medical and auto—the world of insurance requires enormous responsibility for everyone involved, whether they are buying, selling, or administering to policies. Insurance agents are known to have some of the most stressful jobs in the US. After the initial meeting with a potential customer, there may be an ongoing relationship that lasts for years or even...

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What to Know About the Governing Laws of the Texas Funeral Service Commission

August 31, 2017Posts

While most jobs and careers involve some degree of stress, life in the death industry offers its own special issues, along with a consumer base often deep in the throes of grieving. Many unique qualities are required for the job of a funeral service director, beginning with compassion and strong organizational skills. Realistically, the funeral service profession is not a career meant for all—and often not just because of the rather grim circumstances surrounding the...

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The Process for Filing a Complaint Against a Chiropractor in Texas

August 30, 2017Posts

The role of the chiropractor is to administer treatments that allow patients to heal in a more natural way, without prescriptions or surgical procedures. Their work most often centers around treatment of the back and neck, musculoskeletal injuries, pinched nerves, osteoarthritis, and more. The American Chiropractic Association states that there are around 77,000 chiropractors practicing in the US today, with around 10,000 students currently studying in accredited programs. Considered to be ‘physician-level providers,’ chiropractors must...

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What to Expect at the Texas State Board of Pharmacy Informal Conference

August 29, 2017Posts

Anyone can enter a complaint against a pharmacy, or a specific pharmacist. Although some complaints are filed regarding valid errors and blatant violations, consumers, patients, and others may also lodge grievances that are either erroneous on their part—or even completely unfounded. The TSBP Evaluates All Complaints Those filing complaints with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy must do so in writing, after which the TSBP evaluates them regarding jurisdiction and the details of the grievance....

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How Texas Criminal Charges Can Jeopardize Your Professional License

August 28, 2017Posts

An arrest or criminal charge can bring many unexpected consequences to a person’s life. But many defendants fail to realize that a criminal case can affect their professional licenses as well.  Even without a conviction, criminal charges - or even an arrest - can result in suspension or revocation of a professional license. A Texas professional license defense attorney will protect your vocational interests during this critical time.   The Many Types of Professional Licenses...

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A Brief History of the Texas Board of Nursing

August 25, 2017Posts

The Texas Board of Nursing is the accrediting board responsible for the licensure, regulation, and monitoring of the 260,000 RNs and 98,00 vocational nurses in the state of Texas. It also approves 114 RN programs and 98 programs for vocational nurses throughout the state. The organization was created with the passage of the Nursing Practice Act of 1909, which formally recognized nursing as a profession within the state of Texas. Boisterous Beginnings and the Creation...

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Is Your Real Estate License Under Attack? Lessons from the Stockdale Paradox

August 24, 2017Posts

In his landmark book, “Good To Great,” bestselling author and business researcher, Jim Collins, analyzed what makes companies successful. He and his research team spend nearly a decade analyzing data to develop insights into the behaviors/attitudes of winners. One interesting trait they stumbled across—an idea that has ramifications for all professionals going through challenging times—became known as the “Stockdale Paradox.” If your Texas real estate license has come under attack, it’s worth your time to...

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The U.S. Labor Secretary Calls for Occupational License Reform–Will You Be Affected?

August 23, 2017Posts

The Trump Administration is calling for sweeping federal regulatory changes. As part of this overhaul, Labor Secretary Alexander Acosta has been tasked with occupational licensing reform. This month, Acosta called for the elimination of “unnecessary” licenses and urged for the streamlining of medical processes. So, what’s happening with this reform effort? And what are the possible implications for you as a practicing doctor, pharmacist, real estate agent or other professional who depends on license credentials?...

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