Professional License Defense Information Blog

In November 2023, the Arizona State Board of Nursing suspended the license of nurse practitioner Phillip Schafer due to concerns over public safety stemming from his improper use of a potent sedative, ketamine. The nursing board...

A South Carolina teacher accepted a one-year suspension after a Breathalyzer test recorded a blood alcohol level of .06. She took this test after “slurring her speech” and “appear[ing] drowsy” during a school day.  ...

In the age of electronic health records, a patient’s medical history is just a few clicks away. However, for medical providers, that easy access comes with a big responsibility: HIPAA, the Health Insurance Portability and...

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed new legislation allowing school employees to be armed in schools. However, the law does draw the line at handguns in stadiums, gymnasiums, or auditoriums or when school-sponsored events are in...

As the opioid crisis affects millions across the country, hospitals and healthcare networks are implementing stricter tracking methods and enforcement. In Virginia, a state women’s prison nurse was arrested for allegedly...

The Oregon Medical Board licenses doctors and other such medical professionals throughout the state. In recent months, the board has suspended, revoked, or otherwise taken action against the licenses of 14 doctors in the state due...

Driving under the influence is illegal in all 50 states. While penalties vary by jurisdiction, typically, you’ll face license suspension and probation. You may also be required to attend alcohol counseling. If you’re a...

Nearly 18 months after a registered nurse in Hialeah, FL, turned his cell phone into the authorities and claimed ownership of child sexual abuse material on his phone, his nursing licenses in Florida and Texas have been...

When we hear of a medical professional losing their license to practice, we may assume that the charge relates to patient care. And that is often the case. But there are other behaviors that can also result in the Board of Nursing...

Parents want the best for their children, of course—-as they should. However, when the professional standards imposed on licensed daycare centers surpass (by a high, high margin) those expected in a more casual home setting,...

Medical boards take alcohol and substance abuse seriously. Many states even offer treatment or recovery programs for doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and other medical professionals. However, an accusation of alcohol abuse or...

As a medical professional, you’re heavily scrutinized while on the job. If a patient is unhappy with the results of the care you provide, they can easily accuse you of malpractice. These accusations are taken seriously, and...

If you’re not careful about keeping your work and personal life separate, your relationship drama can cause problems for you at work—especially if you’re a licensed professional. Licensed nurses and nurse...

Showing up for work less than sober is a fireable offense almost everywhere. For medical professionals, though, it comes with an additional risk. As a Minnesota dental hygienist learned, alcohol can also lead to the revocation of...

There are two ways to solve any problem — the right way and the wrong way. When someone chooses the right way, the problem either goes away or becomes manageable. If someone chooses the wrong way, the problem may become bigger....

As a registered nurse, you’re held to high standards of professional behavior. When your state’s nursing board hears about a potential violation of those standards, it will likely act swiftly. Your nursing license...

A DUI arrest is a serious offense, one that involves compromised judgment and the potential for harm to yourself and others. It’s for that reason that having one on your record could potentially jeopardize not just your...

A secondary teacher on Vancouver Island had his teaching certificate suspended for three days for misconduct. The teacher encouraged students to hit each other with pool noodles during gym class, which resulted in one student...

As Americans, we are all aware of our right to free speech that extends to nearly every facet of our lives, including the workplace. Not everyone will share the opinions or beliefs of their colleagues. While comments and opinions...

In January 2024, a Virginia teacher was arrested after appearing under the influence of alcohol during the school day. Clarke County Public Schools sent a letter informing parents of the arrest and later confirmed the identity of...