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Texas Dentist Loses License – And What We Can Learn About Due Diligence

August 23, 2017Posts

A Houston-area dentist who lost her license to practice in November 2017 formally faced charges this month for failing to properly treat a 4-year-old. This alleged malpractice led to permanent brain damage during what was a routine procedure. She is charged with causing serious bodily injury to a child by omission, which is a felony under Texas law. Bethanial Jefferson allegedly overdosed Neveah Hall on sedatives during a routine procedure to treat tooth decay. Three...

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Bill Threatens to Revoke Physician Licenses for Performing Abortions

August 21, 2017Posts

Texas Governor Greg Abbot recently convened a 30-day special session to push a legislative agenda that failed to pass during regular congressional session. This session received significant national news coverage, in part because it saw Representative Valoree Swanson (R-Spring) introduce a controversial bill that seeks to revoke physician licenses of those who perform abortions in the state. Physicians would be prohibited from performing virtually every kind of abortion under the proposed legislation. House Bill 86...

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What to Expect from Our Law Firm When We Conduct Our Initial Consultation

August 02, 2017Posts

If a complaint has been filed against you with a Texas licensing board or regulatory agency, you need to consult with a Texas license defense attorney. Many licensed professionals who ultimately become our clients are apprehensive about meeting with a lawyer. You’re likely worried about your career, livelihood, reputation, and how to even approach the allegations made against you. We understand your apprehension and the seriousness of what you’re facing. What to Expect at Your...

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Defending a Complaint Filed with the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners (TBOTE)

July 28, 2017Posts

The Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners (TBOTE) regulates the licensing of occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants in Texas. The Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners (ECPTOTE) is a State of Texas agency charged with supporting the TBOTE and the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (TBPTE) as they license and regulate qualified practitioners. ECPTOTE is an independent governmental agency that oversees licensed professionals and the facilities where they work. All complaints...

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License Defense for Medical Radiologic Technologists

July 26, 2017Posts

Since the enactment of Senate Bill 202 in 2015, the Texas Medical Board (TMB) serves as the regulatory body responsible for the licensing and regulation of Medical Radiologic Technologists. The TMB regulates General Medical Radiologic Technologists, Limited Medical Radiologic Technologists, and Non-Certified Radiological Technicians. Complaints against radiological technicians can be filed with the TMB by patients, patients’ family members, health care professionals, or other sources. Building a career in radiology is difficult, and it may...

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