In this final article, we want to leave you with a review of the major takeaways.
First, check your liability insurance as soon as you receive a complaint against your license, and report the claim to your insurance...more
7/14/2022
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In our last article, we explained the second part of the hearing: your defense. Now, we discuss the appeals process.
Unfortunately, licensing boards do not always rule in your favor. However, you can have a chance to...more
In our last article, we explained the first part of the hearing: the case against you. Now, we discuss the second part of the hearing: your defense.
After the Attorney General presents his case, you have the opportunity...more
In this article, we begin to discuss the substance of the administrative hearing before the board.
In Arkansas, administrative board hearings are open to the public. Prior to your hearing, you may want to listen in to...more
Preparing for the Hearing -
In this article, we discuss how to prepare for your administrative board hearing. By this point, you have responded to the Complaint, the board has conducted an initial investigation, and you...more
Potential Board Sanctions Against Licensees -
In this article, we explain the different actions that boards can take against licensees. The board may take the following actions once its investigation concludes:...more
4/27/2022
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Most licensing boards in the State of Arkansas give their licensees a chance to respond, normally in writing, to the complaint against them. Those that do, generally give a 30-day response deadline. Many boards will give...more
Who Can File a Complaint -
As we explained in our previous two articles, most licensing boards will “serve” the licensee with a copy of the complaint that it receives and request the licensee’s response. ...more
...Arkansas is one of the highest licensing states, meaning it licenses more occupations than most other states. Accordingly, Arkansas has numerous licensing boards. From the obvious, i.e., the Arkansas State Medical Board,...more
Most licensed professionals never experience a filed complaint against their credentials. But, when a professional receives notification from their licensing board that a complaint has been filed, questions arise. Here, we...more
The Arkansas Supreme Court recently handed down an opinion that should reassure employers dealing with an incident involving a workplace injury. The Court affirmed that disputes over such injuries belong in the Workers’...more