Harrisburg Law Blog

Anyone can file a nursing complaint, from patients and colleagues to members of the public. Such complaints are taken very seriously, given the health and well-being of others may be at risk in the hands of a negligent healthcare provider. When the nursing board...

A real estate agent must have a license in order to work legally, similarly to how doctors and nurses need to have a valid license. If they lose this license for some reason, it’s impossible for them to continue in their career. But it’s often easier for people to...

Social media has invaded nearly every corner of life, and it has dramatically changed how people relate to each other. It’s not at all unusual for medical professionals of all kinds – emergency room doctors, nurses, dermatologists and more – to have their own YouTube...

If you are a partner in a professional business or have a private practice, it is important to structure the organization in a manner that will help shield you from liabilities.  Common business entities to consider include a partnership, LLC (limited liability...

As a physician, people tend to hold you in high regard and expect you to always act with integrity. But what happens if you are accused of breaking the law? Can an arrest lead to the loss of your medical license?  If you are facing any kind of criminal charges, you...

Working as a marriage counselor puts you in a unique position. You can help couples who are struggling with their marriage but also interact with them at low or vulnerable points in their life.  A misstep or wrong action can lead to legal trouble if you aren’t...

Understaffing is a perennial problem in most healthcare facilities. This is partly due to the shortage of qualified healthcare providers like nurses. It also happens when hospitals deliberately keep their workforce low to reduce operational costs while increasing...

Physicians practicing medicine in Pennsylvania must have a license. The same is true of nurses, chiropractors and many other medical professionals. To obtain your job, you needed to complete specialized training and pass a state test. You had to submit documentation...

If you work as a doctor, nurse or dentist, you are subject to strict rules regarding patient confidentiality. A breach, whether intentional or accidental, could put your license to practice at risk. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996...

You have made sacrifices to pursue your nursing studies and reached a significant milestone in your life. You are a licensed nurse. Unfortunately, a single mistake can throw all these away. The good news, however, is that with the right defense, you can appeal and...