Archive for June, 2012
Thursday, June 14th, 2012
If your Florida contractors license was suspended unexpectedly and you aren’t sure why, it’s possible that the suspension is for failing to comply with the disciplinary actions taken against your license by the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) or failure to comply with the terms of probation on your license. If the CILB has taken disciplinary action against your license or placed your license on a term of probation, you may have items that require your compliance in order to maintain your license in a current active status. It could also be that you may have outstanding fines or investigative costs that you owe to the Department; or you may have failed to provide proof of restitution made to a homeowner.
If you were given a period of probation, you may not have complied with the terms of that probation. You may have even been ordered to take additional continuing education hours, but haven’t provided proof that they have been completed. All of these things must be considered.
Attorney Lars K. Soreide, of the Soreide Law Group, PLLC, will represent you in front of the Florida Board of Contractors regarding licensing issues. To make an appointment to speak with an experienced and qualified attorney please call Soreide Law Group at: (888) 760-6552 or visit our website at: www.floridaprofessionallicense.com .
Tags: administrative complaint, CILB, Construction Industry Licensing Board, contractractor license issues, DBPR, Department of Business and Professional Regulation, disciplinary action, Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board, Florida Board of Contractors, Florida Certified Contractor, Florida Contractor's License, Florida Contractors license attorney, Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Florida license, Florida license attorney, Florida license lawyer, license lawyer in Florida, Professional Regulation, unlicensed activity, unlicensed contractors, unlicensed contractors advertising, Unlicensed General Contracting in Florida
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Thursday, June 14th, 2012
If you have any questions regarding the requirements for licensing, certification or reciprocity in the State of Florida for CPAs, contact the Florida Board of Accountancy (BOA). The Florida Board of Accountancy will also provide you with information on the May and November CPA exams. The Florida BOA is also able to verify if an individual is certified or licensed in the State of Florida. The Florida Board of Accountancy can provide the addresses and phone numbers of Florida CPA’s and can also provide the information to out-of-state firms who are seeking temporary permits.
All questions about the Florida laws and rules for the practice of public accountancy and who sends out law and rules exam and CPE Reporting Forms may be directed to the BOA.
The Florida Board of Accountancy also provides information on how an organization can become an approved CPE (Continuing Professional Education) provider for Florida CPAs.
A valuable source of information is on FICPA’s (Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants) website.
Attorney Lars Soreide, of Soreide Law Group, PLLC, will represent CPA’s in front of the Florida Board of Accountancy (BOA) regarding any licensing issues. For more information about professional licensing law please visit our website at: www.floridaprofessionallicense.com or call to speak with an attorney at: (888) 760-6552.
Tags: administrative complaint, BOA, Certified Public Accountant, CPA license in Florida, CPE for CPAs, disciplinary action, FICPA, Florida Board of Accountancy, Florida CPE for CPAs, Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Florida license attorney, Florida license lawyer, Florida license problems, license issues in Florida, Licensed accountants in Florida, Professional Regulation, unlicensed professionals
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Tuesday, June 12th, 2012
Our office is often asked if an application for becoming a nurse in the State of Florida can be approved if the applicant has been convicted of a crime, whether it be a misdemeanor or a felony. The Florida Board of Nursing evaluates each applicant for a license and looks at the application on a case-by-case basis. The Board will look at how recent the offense occurred, the nature of the offense and how severe it was. The Board is also looking to see what rehabilitation has occured. The Board looks at the application as a whole, plus any supporting documentation, before they can decide whether or not to approve or deny the applicant.
If the applicant has a criminal history or has been diciplined, The Florida Board of Nursing will encourage the applicant to be completely prepared with all of the information regarding their background. It is highly recommended starting the application process early.
All applicants in the State of Florida who have had previous arrests or disciplinary actions on their licenses will not be authorized to practice nursing in the State of Florida until all documentation is reviewed by the Florida Board of Nursing or cleared by Board staff.
For all updated information go to Florida Department of Health’s Nursing Division on their website.
If you are a Florida nursing student or a Florida nurse with licensing issues, Attorney Lars Soreide, of Soreide Law Group, PLLC, will represent you in front of the Florida Board of Nursing. If you need to speak to a lawyer regarding your nursing license please call: (888) 760-6552, or visit our website at www.floridaprofessionallicense.com.
Tags: administrative complaint, applying for nursing license in Florida with criminal history, background screening for nurses, banning nurses for felony convictions, disciplinary actions against nurses, Florida Board of Nursing, Florida Department of Health, Florida license, Florida license attorney, Florida license lawyer, Florida nurse license problems, Florida nurses, Interverntion Project for Nurses, license lawyer for nurses in Florida, nurses with criminal history, Professional Regulation, reporting criminal history for nurses, RN, student nurses in Florida
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Monday, June 11th, 2012
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We are often asked if someone can become a licensed Pharmacist in the State of Florida if they have a misdemeanor or a felony on their record.
According to Florida’s Department of Health, The Board of Pharmacy evaluates each applicant on a case-to- case basis. The Board will consider the severity and the nature of the offense and when it occured. Also, they will find out if there has been any attempt at rehabilitation and other such factors. The Board of Pharmacy must evaluate the entire application and any documents that may support it before approving or denying the application. |
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You should report any changes if a period of probation was completed and the charges dismissed even if you have received a suspended imposition of sentence and your record is closed.The Florida Board of Pharmacy urges all those considering submitting an application to start the process early, and those who may have a criminal or discipline history to be prepared with the proper information regarding the situation.
For the most current information, visit Florida’s Department of Health, Board of Pharmacy’s website.
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Soreide Law Group, PLLC, will represent those seeking admittance to the Florida Board of Pharmacy. We also represent those pharmacists brought in front of the Florida Board of Pharmacy in disciplinary hearings. To speak to a lawyer regarding these issues please call: (888) 760-6552, or visit our website at: www.floridaprofessionallicense.com. |
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Tags: action against pharmacists license, administrative complaint, Board of Pharmacy disciplinary action, defending pharmacist license in Florida, diciplinary actions against pharmacists, disciplinary action, disciplinary action against Florida pharmacists, Florida Board of Pharmacy, Florida Department of Health, Florida license, Florida license attorney, Florida license lawyer, license defense in Florida, Licensing issues for pharmacists, pharmacy license issues in Florida, Professional Regulation, unlicensed activity, unlicensed professionals
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Monday, June 11th, 2012
In order to obtain a Mortgage Brokers License in the State of Florida, the Florida Department of Banking and Finance, Division of Finance, located in Tallahassee, Florida, will oversee all aspects of the mortagage licensing laws. They have all current information regarding the Florida Mortgage Law on their website, and the latest news regarding requirements for licensure. This is a valuable website for anyone seeking a mortgage brokers license as well as current licensed mortgage brokers.
To obtain a Mortgage Brokers License in Florida you must be 18 years old, take 24 hours of classroom instruction at an approved, qualified school, and pass the written exam. After receiving your license, you must take an additional 14 hours of continuing education by an approved, qualified provider. Before final approval, every applicant must submit fingerprints to either the FBI or the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. If there are any pending actions that may involve fraud, dishonest dealing, or acts of moral turpitude the license may be denied.
The Florida Mortgage Brokers License fee is $195 for a license and $43 for the exam.
Two important associations also to obtain information from are The Florida Association of Mortgage Brokers, and the National Association of Mortage Brokers, also known as NAMB.
The information in this article should not replace the valuable and current information obtained from the above mentioned organizations. Always check with them to get the latest and most updated information.
Soreide Law Group, PLLC, will have a qualified attorney speak to you at no charge regarding Florida Mortgage Brokers Licensing issues.To make an appointment please call : (888) 760-6552, or visit our website at: www.floridaprofessionallicense.com .
Tags: administrative complaint, Department of Banking and Finance in Florida, Florida Association of Mortgage Brokers, Florida Department of Banking and Finance Division of Finance, Florida license, Florida license attorney, Florida license lawyer, Florida Mortgage Law, Florida Office of Financial Regulation, lawyer for mortage broker in Florida, license problems mortgage brokers, Licensed Florida Mortgage broker, licensed mortgage broker, mortgage broker license, mortgage broker license lawyer, mortgage broker renewal in Florida, National Association of Mortgage Brokers, Professional Regulation, unlicensed mortgage brokers, unlicensed professionals
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Friday, June 8th, 2012
The Florida Board of Chiropractic Medicine is the licensing board for chiropractors in Florida. Those applying for a license in Florida must meet the licensure requirements and all of the standards set forth by the Board. A chiropractor gives the diagnosis, and treats conditions of the musculoskeletal system. Once the license is active in the State of Florida, to maintain the license, the board requires candidates to meet continuing educational requirements.
In order to qualify for a license as a chiropractor in the State of Florida, one must first obtain a bachelor’s degree and then must complete a four-year program of chiropractic education. The undergraduate coursework must include biology, psychology, organic chemistry, physics and humanities.
The State of Florida requires the candidates for a license to successfully pass all four parts, plus the supplemental physiotherapy exam of the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners Examination.
This information is meant as just a basic overview. All questions, requirements, and updated information should be obtained from the Florida Department of Health and the Florida Board of Chiropractic Medicine.
The Soreide Law Group, PLLC, represents those individuals with licensure issues in front of the Florida Board of Chiropractic Medicine. For more information regarding our services or to speak to a lawyer, at no cost, regarding your license please call: (888) 760-6552, or visit our website at www.floridaprofessionallicense.com.
Tags: administrative complaint, chiropractor license defense lawyer, chiropractor license lawyer, chiropractors in Florida, disciplinary action, Florida Board of Chiropractic Medicine, Florida Chiropractor License, Florida Department of Health, Florida license, Florida license attorney, Florida license lawyer, License complaints against chiropractors in Florida, licensing florida chiropractors, Professional Regulation
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Friday, June 8th, 2012
Only Certified Public Accountants (CPA), by Florida law, can perform audits, and reviews, and give opinions on your financial statements. However, an accountant is not required to have a Florida license to prepare taxes. Certain bookkeeping duties also do not require a Florida license.
Hiring a Florida licensed CPA to do your accounting is the best way to make sure your services are done correctly. Florida licensed CPAs are regulated, and tested by the State of Florida and by law must be recertified every two years.
In the State of Florida, because CPAs are licensed and regulated, complaints may be filed against them. Administrative action can be taken against the license. However, if the person is not a CPA, the Department has no jusidicition and only civil action can be taken.
Attorney Lars Soreide, of Soreide Law Group, PLLC, represents CPA’s in front of the Florida Board of Accountancy regarding any licensing issues. For a free consultation with an attorney please call: (888) 760-6552, or visit our website at : www.floridaprofessionallicense.com.
Tags: administrative complaint, Certified Public Accountant, CPA license in Florida, CPA License Requirements in Florida, DBPR, Department of Business and Professional Regulation, disciplinary action, Florida Board of Accountancy, Florida Certified Public Accountant, Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Florida Division of Certified Public Accounting, Florida license, Florida license lawyer, license complaints against CPAs in Florida, licensed cpa in florida, Professional Regulation, unlicensed activity, unlicensed professionals
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Thursday, June 7th, 2012
Most chemical dependency is generally defined as a chronic, progressive, and sometimes fatal disease with stages and a predictable course. How is chemical dependency best described in nursing? Impairment by nurses is generally characterized by the inability to perform their professional duties and responsibilities in a reasonable manner, consistent with standards acceptable for nurses. Unfortunately, impaired practice is not a new concern to the nursing profession. Since the early 1980s, it has been recognized as a common and serious problem in the industry. The American Nurses Association estimates that between six to eight percent of nurses are affected by substance abuse or dependence to the extent that job performance is impaired. This rate is consistent with that of the public.
Florida’s Intervention Project for Nurses (IPN) ensures public health and safety by providing an swift intervention/close monitoring and advocacy of nurses whose abilities may be impaired due to the use, misuse, or abuse of alcohol or drugs, or a mental and/or physical condition.
Attorney Lars Soreide, of Soreide Law Group, PLLC, will represent you in front of the Florida Board of Nursing regarding your nursing licensing issues. For a free consultation with an attorney, please call: (888)760-6552 or visit our website at: ww.floridaprofessionallicense.com.
Tags: administrative complaint, American Nurses Association, disciplinary actions against nurses, drug and alcohol abuse by nurses, Florida Board of Nursing, Florida Department of Health, Florida license attorney, Florida license lawyer, Florida Licensed Practical Nurse, Florida nurse license problems, Florida nurses, Florida nurses with substance abuse problems, Intervention for nurses in Florida, Interverntion Project for Nurses, IPN, LPN, nurse problems with drugs, Professional Regulation, reporting criminal history for nurses, RN
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Wednesday, June 6th, 2012
A Winter Park, Florida, dentist, Dr. Wesley Meyers, who was facing discipline from the Florida Board of Dentistry turned in his license, in May, according to the Florida Department of Health, in an article from the Orlando Sentinel.
Four years ago, Meyers dropped a tool down the throat of a patient who later died. Meyers, 69, sold his business last summer. Meyers recently appeared at a Florida Board of Dentistry hearing in Jacksonville, where he faced more complaints about 90-year-old Charles K. Gaal Jr. According to the records, during a two-year period, Meyers and his staff dropped dental tools down the man’s throat–not once but twice.
Fined $17,000 by the Board of Dentistry in 2008, plus another $10,000 for the cost of the state’s investigation, Meyers also was prohibited from performing dental-implant procedures until he had further training. Then in 2010, Gaal’s children sued Meyers in civil court. In the course of the lawsuit, Meyers’ dental assistant testified in a deposition that the dentist had delegated to her the job of putting “healing caps” on Gaal’s implants and the dental assistant testified that during the 2006 incident she — not Meyers — dropped the screwdriver down the patient’s throat.
That testimony that brought Meyers before the Board of Dentistry again. The board recommended that Meyers’ license be revoked for delegating work that should only be performed by a dentist. It is unlikely, one board member said, that any action would be taken against his assistant.
The Soreide Law Group, PLLC, represents those seeking admittance to the Florida Board of Dentistry. Also, we will represent those dentists brought in front of the Florida Board of Dentistry for disciplinary hearings. To speak to an attorney regarding these issues please call: (888) 760-6552, or visit our website at: www.floridaprofessionallicense.com.
Tags: administrative complaint, Board of Dentistry, Charles K Gaal Jr malpractice, Dental Assistant license in Florida, Dr Wesley Meyers Winter Park FL, Florida Board of Dentistry, Florida Department of Health, Florida license, Florida license attorney, Florida license lawyer, Florida licensed Dentist, license defense in Florida, Licensed Florida Dentists, Professional Regulation
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