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Understanding Florida DOH Cease and Desist Notices

Understanding Florida DOH Cease and Desist Notices

If you’re a Florida health‑care provider or clinic operator, hearing about a DOH Cease‑and‑Desist Notice can be deeply unsettling. At Elevate Legal Services, PLLC, we understand these notices aren’t just administrative paperwork, they can threaten your license, reputation, and practice. We’re a Boca Raton law firm that specializes in defending health‑care professionals in Florida against DOH violation administrative […]

Construction Contractors – Administrative Complaint – DBPR – F.S. 489.129(1)(f)

Construction Contractors – Administrative Complaint – DBPR – F.S. 489.129(1)(f)

Construction contractors in Florida who suddenly find themselves facing a DBPR administrative complaint under Florida Statute 489.129(1)(f) often feel overwhelmed. Allegations that you have acted outside the scope of your license or misrepresented your credentials can threaten not only your business but also your reputation and ability to continue working. Understanding the specific violation, the DBPR […]

Florida DOH Citations: Understanding Your Right to Judicial Review

Florida DOH Citations: Understanding Your Right to Judicial Review

When health care professionals in Florida face administrative complaints from the Florida Department of Health, many find themselves confronted with an unfamiliar and stressful process. Florida DOH citations, also referred to as administrative complaints, can take the form of investigations, probable cause determinations, administrative hearings, and even final disciplinary orders. However, what many licensees do […]

Practicing Without a License in Florida? What to Do If You Receive a DOH Citation

Practicing Without a License in Florida? What to Do If You Receive a DOH Citation

For healthcare professionals in Florida, receiving a citation from the Florida Department of Health (DOH) for allegedly practicing without a license can be a career-altering event. This type of citation is more than just a fine — it is an official enforcement action that can lead to serious professional consequences, including permanent marks on your […]

How to Dispute a Citation from the Florida Department of Health DOH

How to Dispute a Citation from the Florida Department of Health

Receiving a citation from the Florida Department of Health (DOH) can be one of the most stressful moments in a medical professional’s career. Whether you are a nurse, dentist, physician, therapist, or another licensed healthcare provider, a DOH citation often signals the start of a process that could affect your license, your reputation, and your […]

Medical Doctor – Administrative Complaint – DOH – F.S. 458.331(1)(m) or (nn)

Medical Doctor – Administrative Complaint – DOH – F.S. 458.331(1)(m) or (nn)

Receiving an administrative complaint from the Florida Department of Health (DOH) can be a life-altering event for any licensed physician. Whether you’re a board-certified plastic surgeon, general practitioner, or specialist, a DOH complaint threatens not just your medical license but your professional reputation and future livelihood. If the allegations include violations of Florida Statute 458.331(1)(m) […]

What Is a Uniform Unlicensed Activity Citation

What Is a Uniform Unlicensed Activity Citation

A Uniform Unlicensed Activity Citation is increasingly significant for Florida-based health professionals. It represents a formal notice issued by the Florida Department of Health (DOH) when regulated activities are conducted without the required licensure. Understanding this citation, especially in the context of administrative law, DOH complaints, and disciplinary processes, is critical for medical professionals navigating […]

Cosmetologist – Administrative Complaint – DBPR – F.S. 477.0265(1)(a)

Cosmetologist – Administrative Complaint – DBPR – F.S. 477.0265(1)(a)

If you are a licensed cosmetologist—or even an aspiring one operating in Florida—and you’ve recently received an administrative complaint from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), you are likely overwhelmed. These complaints are serious and can put your career, reputation, and livelihood at risk. One of the most common violations cited against […]

Florida Board of Massage Therapy – Roles and Responsibilities

Florida Board of Massage Therapy – Roles and Responsibilities

If you’re a licensed massage therapist in Florida, your professional license is your livelihood. But what happens when that license comes under threat due to a complaint, investigation, or disciplinary action from the Florida Department of Health (DOH)? To protect yourself, it’s vital to understand how the Florida Board of Massage Therapy works, what its […]

Construction Contractors – Administrative Complaint – DBPR – F.S. 489.129(1)(D)

Construction Contractors – Administrative Complaint – DBPR – F.S. 489.129(1)(D)

If you’re a Construction Contractor in Florida and you’ve received a DBPR administrative complaint, your professional license and your future could be at risk. These complaints often cite violations of Florida Statute 489.129(1)(d), which addresses obtaining a license through fraud or misrepresentation. Whether the issue arose from an application error, documentation concern, or misunderstanding, the […]