Licensing investigations can be intimidating, overwhelming, and fraught with adverse consequences. Fortunately, a California occupational license investigation does not have to mark the downfall of your career. In fact, in some instances, complaints are dropped, and defendants maintain their licenses via probation. The outcome of the investigation hinges primarily on how the complaint is initially…
Your professional license is more than just a credential—it is the foundation of your career and livelihood. When allegations arise, even seemingly minor complaints can put your reputation, income, and future opportunities at risk. Facing a regulatory board or licensing authority alone can feel overwhelming. A license defense attorney provides guidance, protects your rights, and…
Losing a professional license in California can have devastating effects on your career and livelihood. When a licensing board suspends or revokes your license, it often imposes conditions known as license probation. Understanding what license probation means, what obligations it carries, and how it impacts your professional future is essential for protecting your rights and…
Receiving notice that your California real estate license has been suspended can be overwhelming and stressful. Your livelihood, reputation, and future in the real estate industry may be at risk. However, a suspension doesn’t have to be the end of your career. By taking prompt and thoughtful action, you may be able to resolve the…
In California, like many other states, professionals from various fields must obtain a license to practice legally. Each profession is monitored by a licensing board or authority that creates and upholds regulations regarding professional competency, ethical standards, continuing education, and conduct. If a licensed professional is alleged to have breached the regulations established by their…
Your tireless work to acquire a professional or occupational license can be placed in jeopardy by a single misstep: a criminal conviction. This issue is important to a wide variety of licensed professionals, and it is important to keep in mind that different agencies will react to criminal convictions differently. For this reason, it is…
Defending a professional license in a legal case can be challenging and complex, with potentially severe consequences if not handled carefully. This is why it is important for professionals to understand the role of a license defense attorney in these situations, the common reasons for license defense cases, and who to contact when in need…
A professional license is one of the most valuable assets you can have. If you find yourself facing a situation where your license may be at risk, it is crucial to be aware of your legal options and the defenses you can pursue. However, you need to also understand that you do not have to…
Regardless of the type of professional or occupational license you hold, you have dedicated substantial time, education, and experience towards your chosen profession, and you want to ensure you do everything you can to defend your right to keep your license. Complaints against your license can pose serious trouble for your career, especially when they…
Gould, Hahn, & Reinhardt is pleased to announce that its Associate Attorney, Jake Reinhardt, has been published in the Journal of the National Association of Administrative Law Judiciary (NAALJ). Originally published in 2016, Mr. Reinhardt’s article addresses the very serious issue of responding to license disciplinary actions within the proper timeframe, and the legal remedy…
