The California Department of Consumers Affairs and the Bureau of Automotive Repair have indicated that they have obtained an Interim Suspension Order (“ISO”) against a Los Angeles Smog Check Emissions Technician and Automotive Repair Dealer for clean-piping.
California Athletic Commission Re-Interprets Rule 399
UFC fighter Chael Sonnen can reapply for a license any time after his license expires. The California Athletic Commission has reviewed its decision, and because they have suspended Sonnen’s license, and not revoked it, he is free to seek relicensure as soon as his license expires.
Controversy at the Comission on Teacher Credentialing
Top leaders of the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing are stepping down after criticism over how the agency has been run, and how they have conducted investigations and discipline teachers. How will this change affect teachers?
Medical Licenses (Nurse, Doctor, Therapist, Dental, Etc.) and the Uniform Standard of Substance Abuse
The laws and rules that govern how California licensing agencies handle substance abuse issues have changed significantly over the last several years. These rules affect physicians, nurses, dentists, therapists, physical therapists, and other healing arts licensees who are licensed by boards under the Department of Consumer Affairs. Under Business and …
Contractors’ State License Board – Now Issuing LLC Licenses
Starting in 2012, the Contractors’ State License Board (CSLB) is now issuing licenses to Limited Liability Companies, in addition to corporations and individuals.
Defend your Professional License Against an Accusation – File your Notice of Defense
If your licensing agency serves you with an Accusation, you must submit a Notice of Defense in order to secure your rights to defend yourself. Usually you will have only 15 days from the date on which the Accusation was sent to you to file the Notice of Defense.
