Defense of Nursing Licenses and Other Medical Licenses
Serving Individuals in Fremont, Newark, Union City and Throughout California
Have accusations of inappropriate behavior been made against you, putting your nursing or medical license in jeopardy? Have you been arrested for a crime outside of the workplace that could impact your ability to practice your profession? Have you attempted to renew your license, only to be denied because of allegations against you?
If your nursing or medical license is at risk of being suspended or revoked, I can help you protect your career. The Law Office of Mark Cohen provides administrative law representation to nurses and other members of the medical profession, including doctors, dentists and physical therapists.
Contact lawyer Mark Cohen today for experienced legal representation.
Administrative Law is a Unique Area of the Law
Administrative law is not like other areas of the law. Successful nursing license defense requires knowledge of the unique procedures, as well as specific rules of evidence. Going to an administrative hearing is not the same as going to trial. An attorney with experience can make a difference.
The Administrative Law Process
The first step is to provide a written response after an accusation has been filed against you. In fact, strict time limits apply to filing a response. Under some circumstances a failure to file a timely response can result in a denial of your right to a hearing. Immediately after filing a response a request for discovery should be made so that you can obtain all the evidence the board has against you. This is just the beginning.
There will be an investigation stage. Should you subpoena additional records? Should you obtain an order permitting the deposition of parties and witnesses? These are questions that must be addressed strategically.
Even before an accusation is filed you may be asked to give a statement and cooperate with an investigator. This may pose a dilemma as you may have some statutory obligations to cooperate but you also may have an overriding constitutional right to remain silent if criminal activity is suspected. I will take great care in guiding you through this stage of the process.
Nursing license defense, and other medical care professional license defense can also involve a resolution without an administrative hearing as a result of negotiations with the board's legal counsel. Informal resolutions should also be explored to see if a satisfactory result can be achieved given the evidence at hand. I am experienced in negotiating informal resolutions as well as conducting a defense at an administrative hearing.
Schedule Your Free Initial Consultation Today
If your nursing license is at risk of suspension or revocation, contact my law office online or by telephone at 510-371-0975. You will talk with a skilled California lawyer who knows the law and genuinely wants to help you reach the best possible outcome.
