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Knowledge is power, and this blog is dedicated to providing the most updated information on Professional License Defense issues, concerns, and related topics.  It's the Lento Law Firm's goal for you to use the information on this site, including the profession-specific pages, to help you understand your rights, obligations, and the best course of action for your Professional License Defense case.

Telehealth and the Risk to Your Health Care License

Posted by Joseph D. Lento | Jun 21, 2025 | 0 Comments

There's no doubt about it – Telehealth is booming. The American Hospital Association reports that almost 87% of hospitals offer telehealth services, and by one estimate, more than half of all Americans have participated in at least one telehealth visit, for medical or mental health needs. With th...

Operation Nightingale Snags Conn. Nurse

Posted by Joseph D. Lento | Jun 17, 2025 | 0 Comments

The long reach of Operation Nightingale continues after Connecticut suspended the license of a nurse who allegedly obtained a degree from one of the indicted schools. The nurse is one of 58 Connecticut-based nurses who have been caught up in the scandal. Operation Nightingale was a federal inves...

Florida ICU Nurse Accused of Stealing Fentanyl

Posted by Joseph D. Lento | Jun 15, 2025 | 0 Comments

Across the United States, licensing boards govern the issuance of medical-related professional licenses and ensure licensees comply with rules of conduct. These ethical standards and practice requirements help ensure that patients are treated competently, professionally, and without exploitation....

Investigations Trigger Childcare License Suspensions

Posted by Joseph D. Lento | Jun 11, 2025 | 0 Comments

You've built your childcare business on trust with local families. As rewarding as it is, though, you know that running your childcare service comes with risks. One of those risks is that someone will accuse your business of wrongdoing and your state licensing board will suspend your license whil...

GA Daycare Loses License After Benadryl Incident

Posted by Joseph D. Lento | May 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

A Georgia childcare facility is facing serious consequences after a staff member was caught giving Benadryl to toddlers without their parents' consent. The Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL) revoked the license of Forsyth Methodist Church's Caring for Kids daycare center follow...

Oregon Nurse’s Social Media Posts Get Her Fired

Posted by Joseph D. Lento | May 22, 2025 | 0 Comments

A recent story from Oregon highlights the professional risks nurses face in the digital age. According to the article, Camesha Hart, a registered nurse in Portland, Oregon, was fired after allegedly posting antisemitic remarks on social media. Hart's posts led to public controversy and ultimately...

Selfie Taken by Nurse Results in Suspension of License

Posted by Joseph D. Lento | May 18, 2025 | 0 Comments

A finding of professional misconduct by a healthcare licensing board can result in harsh penalties, even when the misconduct does not directly relate to patient care. This scenario played out in Canada when a registered nurse was suspended for three days for taking a selfie at a healthcare facili...

The Role of the AICPA

Posted by Joseph D. Lento | May 06, 2025 | 0 Comments

Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) play a critical role in interpreting and communicating financial information about an organization. As a result, CPAs are held to high professional and ethical standards. Deviation from these expectations can result in disciplinary action by the American Instit...

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