Category Archives: Professional License Defense
Were You Arrested in South Florida? Four Tips to Help You Protect Your Professional License
In Florida, many professionals are required to obtain and maintain a license from the state in order to practice. Occupational licenses are increasingly common in our country. According to data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), nearly 25 percent of all American workers hold an occupational license. From lawyers and doctors to… Read More »
What Constitutes an Inappropriate Relationship with a Patient?
Health care providers are held to high professional standards in Florida. In Florida, all medical professionals, such as doctors and nurses, are licensed by the Florida Board of Medicine. When a healthcare professional is accused of any type of misconduct, such as fraud, gross negligence, conviction of a criminal offense, or abuse of his… Read More »
Offenses That Can Result in the Suspension of a Real Estate Broker License
In Florida, all real estate brokers and agents are required to be licensed by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation Division of Real Estate in order to practice. This division oversees all aspects of the licensing process for real estate professionals, including their examinations and the maintenance of professional licenses. In addition… Read More »
Why Would my Architectural License be Suspended?
In Florida, the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation Board of Architecture and Interior Design oversees the licensing of all architects and interior designers in the state. It also regulates their industry and when necessary, takes disciplinary action against professionals for alleged violations of state law. Disciplinary action from this board can result… Read More »
Defending your Right to Practice Medicine
In Florida, doctors and other healthcare providers are required to be licensed through the state agencies for their specific fields. This is to ensure that only individuals who meet rigorous ethical and professional requirements interact with patients. If you hold any type of medical license, familiarize yourself with the actions that could subject you… Read More »
Defending your Case to Keep your Educator’s Certificate
In Florida, an educator can have his or her Florida educator certification revoked if he or she is found to violate certain codes of conduct. These codes of conduct are written into state law. Educators are defined as generally any individual who works in a school, such as a teacher, a guidance counselor, a… Read More »
Defending an Attorney Grievance Proceeding
Florida lawyers have a new tool in their quest to attract and secure new clients. As reported by the Miami New Times, the The Florida Bar recently decided to allow lawyers to text potential clients. The practice was formerly banned, but the organization changed its stance as “an adaptation to reality” as reportedly explained… Read More »
Defending Your Nursing License in Florida
It takes a significant amount of education and training to earn a nursing license. Once licensed, you can look forward to long hours and an extraordinary amount of responsibility. Unfortunately, there are countless opportunities for missteps in the nursing profession. What is seen as a simple mistake in other professions may result in serious… Read More »
Professional Disciplinary Proceedings Against Attorneys in Florida
Some professionals expend an unbelievable amount of time and energy to become members of their respective professions. The years of education only provide an initial foundation. Then, in order to begin your career, you take a test to prove your knowledge and ability. Furthermore, several professions require you to affirm your commitment to ethical… Read More »