Allegations of malpractice can put your professional license at risk. Whether in a Texas civil court, licensing board, or agency, at Bertolino LLP, our credentials and malpractice defense lawyers represent licensed professionals facing civil allegations or disciplinary actions.
While civil malpractice lawsuits are separate from licensing board investigations, a malpractice judgment may prompt a licensing board, such as the Texas Medical Board (TMB), to review or investigate. Bertolino LLP has helped thousands of licensed professionals across Texas respond to board complaints and defend their licenses.
Our civil malpractice defense lawyers assist with drafting responses, collecting evidence, and preparing for hearings or informal settlement conferences. Contact Bertolino LLP today for help with your license defense.
Civil Malpractice Lawsuits Can Lead to Licensing Board Investigations
Civil malpractice lawsuits and licensing board actions are separate legal matters, but they are often connected. A patient or client files a malpractice suit to seek financial compensation for alleged injury or harm caused by a licenseholder’s actions. These lawsuits are handled in civil court and seek to award damages to the plaintiff.
Losing a malpractice lawsuit can have far-reaching consequences beyond the courtroom, though. At Bertolino LLP, our attorneys defend licensed professionals facing disciplinary actions stemming from malpractice claims.
For example, the Texas Medical Board (TMB) or the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) may launch investigations after a court enters a malpractice judgment, as such a judgment may indicate a potential violation of professional standards.
And our credentials and malpractice defense attorneys assist with responding to board inquiries, building a strong defense, and advocating for our clients during every stage of disciplinary proceedings. Protecting your license and career is our priority.
Reasons for Malpractice Issues
Several situations can lead to malpractice problems, including:
- Allegations of negligence or substandard care: Claims that a licensed professional failed to meet the standard of care can lead to malpractice lawsuits and investigations by licensing boards.
- Failure to meet licensing renewal requirements: Missing renewal deadlines or lacking the required continuing education can jeopardize licensing renewal.
- Violations of professional ethics or conduct standards: Accusations of criminal or unethical behavior, such as fraud, from patients or other parties can lead to formal board actions.
- Patient or client complaints leading to board inquiries: Patient complaints can trigger formal investigations by licensing boards, such as the Texas Board of Nursing, which may result in disciplinary action.
- Disputes over continuing education or training requirements: Licensing boards often require strict proof of compliance, and disputes over these requirements can result in disciplinary action.
Reporting Malpractice Claims and Licensing Board Disciplinary Actions
Under 22 Tex. Admin. Code §173.3, the law requires physicians to report certain final malpractice judgments or settlements to the TMB.
Failing to report can trigger additional disciplinary action. Certain behaviors that prompted the malpractice suit or resulted in repeated meritorious health care liability claims could also lead to further disciplinary action from the board.
Our lawyers can assist if you are unsure of your reporting obligations or are facing board inquiries.
Why You Need a Defense Lawyer to Handle Your Credentials and Malpractice Issues
Your professional license, and therefore your entire career, is at stake when facing board scrutiny or malpractice issues. Bertolino LLP has over two decades of experience defending licensed professionals before Texas licensing boards, including the Texas Medical Board, the Texas Board of Nursing, and others.
Our Texas malpractice defense attorneys provide assistance at every stage, including:
- Responding to complaints or investigation notices from licensing boards.
- Drafting thorough and accurate rebuttals to allegations.
- Collecting and organizing evidence to support your defense.
- Preparing you for informal settlement conferences or formal board hearings.
- Advocating on your behalf to preserve your license and professional standing.
Bertolino LLP has helped thousands of professionals across Texas defend their licenses since our founding in 2003.
Why Disciplined Defense Cannot Be Automated
What you put in writing when malpractice issues arise can follow you into board review. Relying on Artificial Intelligence or other automated legal tools to respond to these matters creates unnecessary risk.
These tools cannot exercise professional judgment or account for how licensing authorities may evaluate written positions. Malpractice defense requires an attorney-led review of the work performed, the applicable standards, and the complete record. We work with and against these agencies all the time, so we have the necessary experience to do the job right.
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Why Choose Bertolino LLP?
At Bertolino LLP, our credentials and malpractice defense lawyers understand how much effort and dedication you’ve invested in your career. You’ve worked too hard to lose your license now, and our attorneys are here to help protect your license, reputation, and professional future.
Extensive Experience Defending Professionals
Bertolino LLP has extensive experience representing professionals before Texas’s most active licensing agencies, including the Texas Medical Board, Board of Nursing, and Texas Real Estate Commission.
Our firm is well-versed in both the investigatory and adjudicatory phases of licensing board actions, providing comprehensive support from the initial complaint through to resolution.
Tailored License Defense Strategy
Our attorneys don’t just protect your license. We work to preserve or restore your reputation and career integrity, so we handle each case with care and attention to detail. We don’t send form letters or standard templates; instead, every defense strategy is customized to reflect the unique circumstances of your case.
Call Us for Help From Our Malpractice Defense Attorneys in Texas
Your professional license is one of your most valuable assets, and defending it requires knowledgeable and dedicated legal support. At Bertolino LLP, we stand by you to help protect your career, reputation, and future.
With extensive experience representing clients before Texas licensing boards, our attorneys provide personalized representation at every stage of the process. Contact our Client Success Liaison today to discuss your case.
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