Facts: Our client, LM, hired us to assist in defending against allegations of unprofessional conduct by two patients. Outcome: The Firm analyzed the facts and applicable law. It was determined that facts and law demonstrate that the complaint allegations were unfounded. The Firm crafted a robust advocacy response demonstrating that the allegations did not support …
Texas Board of Nursing v. B.J.
Facts: Our client B.J., had a prior Texas Board of Nursing (“BON”) board order from 2016 that she was unable to successfully complete. She was effectively made un-hirable by the order and could not complete the remaining employment conditions cited in the order. Ultimately this left B.J. with a board order, forever over her head, …
Texas Board of Nursing v. M.N.
Facts: Our client, M.N. reported herself to the board after she was arrested and charged with felony possession of a controlled substances. M.N. was given a bond and released a few days later. Outcome: Bertolino LLP reported her arrest and detailed the facts and circumstances surrounding the incident. Bertolino LLP provided evidence regarding the reasons …
Texas Board of Nursing v. AB
Facts: A complaint was initiated against AB for allegations that she was holding herself out as a physician. AB held a doctorate in nursing but not a medical degree. She referred to herself as “doctor” in certain marketing and advertising outlets which the board argued could confuse and mislead the public. Outcome: After notice of …
Texas Board of Nursing v. MS
Facts: Our client MS, hired firm to assist him in reporting his misdemeanor conviction of Driving while Intoxicated (“DWI”) and responding to any corresponding investigation stemming from the conviction. Outcome: After review of the facts and criminal record, BERTOLINO LLP, submitted a self-report of the DWI. Within the report, the firm provided argument in defense …
Texas Board of Nursing v. AA
Facts: Client AA, retained firm after receiving notice that his application for licensure was being transferred to the Enforcement Division of BON and an investigation was being initiated. The notice did not disclose the reason for the transfer. AA had been granted a temporary license by BON prior to the notice and had already moved …
Texas Board of Nursing v. TT
Facts: TT received a complaint from BON alleging inappropriate conduct with a patient. The complaint alleged that TT had a relationship with the parent of a patient. The report came from another family member of the alleged victim. Outcome: The firm provided a response including evidence that TT would never cross boundaries or cultivate an …
Texas Board of Nursing v. WC
Facts: WC received a secondary complaint regarding allegations of sexual conduct with a former patient. The evidence presented included text messages, social media posts and app screen shots regarding WC and patient’s alleged sexual activity. Outcome: After WC retained counsel the firm provided a response to the allegations. The firm argued that the evidence was insufficient and …
Texas Board of Nursing v. JA
Facts: Our client, JA hired us to assist in protecting her Texas nursing license. JA was offered disciplinary action prior to engaging our services. Outcome: The firm analyzed the relevant documentation and enabling Statute and Board rules. After presenting the client’s position based on the facts and law, the Board vacated the disciplinary action and issued a dismissal. …
Texas Board of Nursing v. FD 2
Facts: Our client, FD hired us to assist in obtaining his Texas nursing license. Our client passed but his eligibility exam after four year period established by the Board, and as a result the Board denied his nursing license. Outcome: The firm analyzed the relevant documentation, enabling Statute and Board rules. The Statute and Board rules did not inhibit …