What are the Possible Outcomes of a Board of Nursing Investigation?
The first question my clients have when they are notified of a Minnesota Board of Nursing investigation into their practice is, "Am I going to lose my license?" It's important to know that revocation of a license is just one possible (and rare) outcome, and only comes up in the [...]
Should I Hire a Nursing License Lawyer if I am Under Investigation by the Minnesota Board of Nursing?
I can't tell you how many times I have been asked this question by prospective clients who call for a consultation after they have been notified by the Minnesota Board of Nursing that their nursing license is under investigation. When you receive allegations from your licensing board, it can be [...]
Keep Identity Thieves at Bay: Protect Your Social Security Number and Accounts Where You Spend Money
Identity theft, a concept that wouldn't even have made sense thirty years ago, is now one of the most pernicious and damaging offenses were at risk for every day, and because its substantially perpetrated over the Internet, the threats come from every corner of the globe. By focusing on key [...]
How Long Will it Take to Get Compensated for Injuries Sustained in a Car Crash?
One of the most challenging things for someone who has been injured in a car crash due to the fault of another is the time it takes to get compensation from the at-fault party. Often times, my clients are not only suffering physically from an injury, but they are also [...]
What Do I Do if the Department of Human Services is Investigating Me for Maltreatment or Neglect?
Your licensing board is not the only Minnesota agency that may become involved in your practice. The Department of Human Services (DHS) is charged with investigating individuals in direct-contact professions who may have harmed a vulnerable person. As licensed medical professionals or others that work with vulnerable adults or children, [...]
Biking Safely in Winter
As winter approaches and the snow begins to blanket the familiar streets, city bicycle commuters must be even more vigilant for their safety as roadways can be slippery and visibility limited. During winter weather conditions, it is more important than ever to bike defensively on city streets. Motorists may be [...]
What Can I Expect If I Report to the Health Professionals Services Program (HPSP)?
When I am contacted by a licensed professional who is having issues with their employer or their board surrounding mental health or chemical dependency, the Health Professionals Services Program (HPSP) will always come up in our first conversation. The Health Professionals Services Program was put in place over two decades [...]
3 Tips for Dealing With a Complaint Against Your Practice
Learning that a complaint has been filed against your practice is a nerve-wracking experience for any licensed professional. The news typically comes in the form of a letter from your Board and sometimes gives you little or no information about the nature of the complaint. Most licensed professionals who reach [...]
What Can I Do When Nurse Staffing Shortages Result in Patient Care Concerns?
For nearly ten years I have been representing Minnesota nurses, including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, who describe their work environments as hectic, under-staffed, and poorly supervised. Too frequently this is how nurses describe their work environments at our Minnesota nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and hospitals. You nurses have a [...]