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Facing a DBPR Complaint? A Guide to Florida Contractor Violations under F.S. 489.129(1)(d), (f), or (g)2

A Guide to Florida Contractor Violations under F.S. 489.129(1)(d), (f), or (g)2

Read this guide to Florida contractor violations under F.S. 489.129(1)(d), (f), or (g)2. If you are a licensed construction contractor in Florida, receiving an Administrative Complaint from the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) can be a profoundly stressful and potentially career-threatening experience. These complaints allege serious violations of Chapter 489, Florida Statutes, and […]

Administrative Warning Letter From FDACS Under F.S. 482.091(10) and 482.021(22)(b)?

Are You Facing an Administrative Warning Letter From FDACS Under F.S. 482.091(10) and 482.021(22)(b)?

If your business has received an administrative warning letter from the FDACS, you’re likely feeling a mix of uncertainty and urgency. We understand how stressful this can be. For professionals licensed in the industry, this is not just a routine piece of mail. It is a precursor to potential disciplinary action, civil penalties, and the […]

Protecting Your Career: A Guide To Defending Your Registered Nurse License In Florida

A Guide to Defending Your Registered Nurse License In Florida

Receiving an Administrative Complaint from the Florida Department of Health (DOH) is one of the most frightening moments in a Registered Nurse’s career. Your professional license is your livelihood, and any allegation of misconduct, negligence, or impairment can feel like an immediate, existential threat to your career. Read this blog to learn more about defending […]

Florida CPA Administrative Complaint Defense: Protect Your Professional License

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The feeling of opening an official envelope from the Florida Board of Accountancy or the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) is a mix of dread and confusion. You may have worked for years to build your career as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), only to find your professional license—your livelihood—suddenly at risk. We […]

Florida Businesses Beware: How to Respond to a DBPR Nitrous Oxide Complaint

Florida Businesses Beware: How to Respond to a DBPR Nitrous Oxide Complaint

Florida has made one thing clear: the illegal sale and recreational abuse of Nitrous Oxide will not be tolerated. In a sweeping statewide undercover operation—the largest of its kind in the history of the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco (ABT)—law enforcement arrested 70 individuals and issued 16 […]

Notarization Rules in Florida: Why Presence Matters More Than You Think

Notarization Rules in Florida: Why Presence Matters More Than You Think

In Florida, notaries hold a position of trust. They are responsible for verifying signatures, confirming identities, and ensuring documents are properly executed. However, many notaries do not realize how strictly the law regulates their duties until they are faced with a complaint or an investigation. One of the most common violations in Florida involves notarizing […]