Licensing issues can have a significant impact on your career, potentially making it unlikely that you will be able to stay in your chosen field if a complaint is made about you. At Matt Fogal Law Office, LLC, Chambersburg professional licensure defense lawyer, Matt Fogal, recognizes that professional licensure is more than a credential, but essential to your livelihood. If your professional license is in jeopardy of being revoked or suspended, or if you are facing a disciplinary hearing, now is the time to contact Matt Fogal Law Office, LLC.
Professionals Represented
A professional facing disciplinary action has their livelihood and reputation on the line. Each industry has regulatory requirements, ethical obligations, and standard practices that must be followed. A professional licensure defense attorney must understand the intricacies of each field, as well as whether the matter involves civil action or criminal charges.
Attorney Matt Fogal is uniquely experienced as a former lawyer with the Pennsylvania Department of State’s Bureau of Professional & Occupational Affairs, which is the body providing administrative, logistical and legal support services to Pennsylvania’s 29 licensing boards and commissions, including the following:
- Physicians
- Nurses
- Nurse Practitioners
- Veterinarians
- Real estate agents
- Certified public accounts (CPAs)
- Cosmetologists
- Dentists
- Dental hygienists
- Engineers
- Occupational therapists
- Physical therapists
- Professional counselors
- Psychologists
- Prosthetists
- Pilots
- Pharmacists
- Massage therapists
- Chiropractors
Reasons Licensing Issues May Arise
Licensing issues can occur for several reasons, some of which include:
- License suspension due to a criminal charge or conviction
- License suspension due to a DUI or any drug or alcohol abuse
- Fraud or deceit in obtaining or attempting to obtain a license
- Ethical breaches that result in board hearings
- Practice-related complaints in relation to nurses and nurse practitioners
- Accusations of accounting misconduct regarding CPAs and tax preparers
- Attorneys who have violated the rules of professional conduct, such as breaching conflicts of interest or mishandling client funds
- Any medical professionals under suspicion of illegal prescribing
How a Professional Licensure Lawyer Can Help
Licensing issues can escalate quickly, with what may seem like a minor issue preventing someone from carrying out their professional duties. From the moment that you are given notice that you are facing disciplinary actions, or that a complaint has been submitted about you, you should retain counsel. At Matt Fogal Law Office, LLC, Chambersburg criminal defense lawyer, Matt Fogal, is prepared to help minimize the risk that your licensing or disciplinary action poses to your career. Attorney Matt Fogal will discern what professional regulations you may have violated and evaluate the strength of the evidence against you. He will then develop effective defense strategies to help fight for your rights before the regulatory board.
The worst decision you can make is choosing not to obtain a professional licensure attorney. By not hiring experienced representation, you risk having your legal rights infringed upon and, as a result, having your license revoked or suspended. A professional licensure defense lawyer can help to resolve disputes, ensure compliance, and protect your license for years to come.
Facing License Denial? Speak with Defense Lawyer, Matt Fogal, Today
If you are at risk of having your license revoked, suspended, or an upcoming renewal denied, you need competent representation to safeguard your interests. You have spent years honing your craft, developing the skills you need, and earning the appropriate credentials to be recognized in your field of choice. At Matt Fogal Law Office, LLC, Chambersburg professional licensure defense attorney Matt Fogal is prepared to advocate for you, working relentlessly until your licensing issue is resolved. To arrange your confidential consultation, send a message or call (717) 868-8151.