Know Your Regulator: The Podcast that Inspires You to Engage

What happens when nurses join unions while navigating their professional obligations? Our eye-opening conversation with union leaders Jessica Walfort and Lindsay Spinney reveals the often misunderstood relationship between nursing advocacy and regulatory compliance.

The Texas Board of Nursing establishes the framework within which all nurses must operate – licensing qualified professionals and investigating complaints to m...

Ever wondered how Texas fights insurance fraud? In this eye-opening conversation, Rick Watson, Chief Prosecutor and Fraud Counsel for the Texas Department of Insurance's Fraud Unit, pulls back the curtain on a specialized law enforcement agency most Texans never knew existed.

Watson reveals the remarkable evolution of TDI's Fraud Unit since its 1991 founding, highlighting its unique embedded prosecutor program th...

What happens when a regulatory agency decides to focus on potential rather than past mistakes? The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has embraced a groundbreaking "Second Chance" philosophy that's transforming how individuals with criminal histories access professional careers.

Senior Prosecutor Jessica Hurtado takes us deep into TDLR's innovative approach to professional licensing for...

Your professional license represents years of education, training, and dedication—yet many practitioners don't understand the critical steps needed to protect it until it's too late. This special episode of Know Your Regulator distills wisdom from dozens of interviews with regulators, attorneys, and industry experts into ten essential tips that every license holder needs to hear.

From the seemingly simple advice ...

Social media has transformed from a personal playground to potential professional quicksand for licensed professionals. The digital footprints we leave behind can now trigger serious regulatory consequences, as licensing boards increasingly scrutinize online behavior with the same rigor they apply to in-person conduct.

Tony Bertolino, managing partner at Bertolino Law Firm, joins us to unpack this critical issue facing pro...

Navigating the maze of regulatory requirements while running a successful business demands more than just awareness—it requires strategic implementation and proactive engagement. Douglas Rives, president of Central Texas' largest residential real estate appraisal firm Appraisal Shop, pulls back the curtain on what it truly takes to maintain compliance in a highly regulated field where standards constantly evolve.

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Texas has just revolutionized how professional licensing works with Senate Bill 14 – the Texas DOGE Bill. For anyone holding a professional license in the Lone Star State, these changes could fundamentally alter your relationship with regulatory agencies.

At its core, SB 14 creates a new efficiency office within the Governor's administration tasked with identifying and eliminating unnecessary regulations. But the most...

Ever wonder about the person behind your law firm's seamless operations and impeccable regulatory compliance? Step into the world of the modern Chief Operating Officer - the unsung hero keeping professional service firms running smoothly while navigating an increasingly complex regulatory landscape.

Sheri Middlemas, COO of Bertolino Law Firm, pulls back the curtain on how this role has evolved from what she calls &quo...

Navigating the enforcement side of behavioral health licensing can feel like walking through a minefield, but it doesn't have to be that way. In this revealing conversation with Darrel Spinks, Executive Director of the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC), we pull back the curtain on what happens when complaints are filed against licensed professionals.

Spinks shares the newly revamped complaint process fr...

Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at the agency that regulates Texas mental health professionals? Executive Director Darrel Spinks pulls back the curtain on the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC) - the unique regulatory body overseeing psychologists, counselors, marriage and family therapists, and social workers across the Lone Star State.

Formed through what Spinks calls "the grand bargain,&q...

A misdemeanor conviction doesn't have to derail your professional career, but understanding how licensing boards evaluate your history is crucial. Attorney LaJuana Acklin joins Cimone Murphree to demystify the complex relationship between criminal records and professional licensing.

The conversation tackles a widespread misconception – that only felonies matter when it comes to professional licensing. LaJuana explains...

The legal landscape for Texas physicians navigating abortion services has been fraught with uncertainty since the Texas Heartbeat Act took effect in September 2021. Tony Bertolino, managing partner at Bertolino LLP and specialist in professional license defense, joins us to shed light on critical clarifications being proposed to this consequential legislation.

At the heart of this discussion lies the vague and ambiguous la...

The aesthetic medicine landscape in Texas has undergone significant regulatory restructuring, and practitioners need to take notice. Tony Bertolino, managing partner at the Bertolino Law Firm, joins us to dissect the Texas Medical Board's reorganized rules governing non-surgical cosmetic procedures like Botox and dermal fillers.

While these changes don't revolutionize what's permitted, they provide crucial c...

Navigating the intersection of artificial intelligence and professional licensing presents both unprecedented opportunities and complex challenges. As AI transforms industries like healthcare, legal services, and real estate, professionals must understand how to harness these powerful tools while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and ethical obligations.

This conversation with experts from Bertolino Law Firm...

When your professional license is threatened by disciplinary action, understanding the regulatory process becomes critical to your career's survival. Our conversation with attorney Kerry Bloodsaw pulls back the curtain on two pivotal stages of administrative proceedings that can determine a license holder's fate.

Kerry walks us through the stark differences between Informal Settlement Conferences (ISCs) and State...

Dive into the current Texas legislative session as we unpack significant bills that could reshape education, health care, public safety, and energy. With Senate Bill 2 making headlines by proposing a controversial education savings account system, families are faced with a choice that may pull resources from public schools. We explore the balance of options presented in these discussions, weighing the merits of increased teacher pa...

Are you a chiropractor looking to protect your professional license? In our latest episode, we sit down with Joseph McLaughlin, General Counsel for the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners (TBCE), to discuss the complaint process and what every practitioner needs to know. Complaints can arise from various issues, including billing violations, standard of care concerns, and patient record disputes. While the prospect of facing a co...

Unlock the secrets of becoming a licensed chiropractor in Texas with expert insights from Sarah Matthews, Licensing Director for the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners. Join us, Cimone Murphree and MJ Hooper, as we navigate the complex journey from the initial application to the final licensing stages. Sarah Matthews reveals the meticulous process and criteria for obtaining a chiropractic license, including critical educational ...

Ever wonder how laws that shape your profession come to life in Texas? We're here to unravel the intricate Texas lawmaking process that only happens every two years. Join hosts Cimone Murphree and MJ Hooper as they navigate the journey of a bill from its initial stages to the governor's desk, highlighting the pivotal role of committees and how public voices can alter the legislative course. Discover why veto overrides are...