Alcohol abuse is a serious problem that can affect anyone, including medical professionals (including doctors, nurses, chiropractors, massage therapist, etc.). However, unlike members of the general community, medical professionals have even more at stake: they risk losing their license. It only takes one incidence for the Kansas Board of Healing Arts to open an investigation. […]
Everybody makes mistakes. However, some mistakes can have dire consequences. Today, nurses are under greater scrutiny than ever before. One serious misstep may not only lead to disciplinary action; it could also jeopardize a nurse’s license. The following are some of the more serious violations that could cost a nurse his or her license: Failure […]
As a licensed Kansas chiropractor, you want to spend your time providing your patients with the best care available. However, as a medical professional, this means you must delegate a portion of your time to protecting yourself and your practice from claims that could jeopardize your career and your license. Avoiding claims does not need […]
Whether you are a solo practitioner or a partner at a large firm, the practice of law is highly demanding. In fact, it can be easy to let little things go by the wayside sometimes, especially when you are forced to be a multi-tasking maven. Despite your hectic schedule, you want to be sure to […]
It is common knowledge that workplace romances are a bad idea. Yet, people continue to date their co-workers or in some cases, even their supervisors. Although these relationships can cause problems for other employees, most employers do not prohibit such relationships. Licensees, on the other hand, are regulated not only by their employer but also […]
As a pharmacist, you are probably well aware that prescription drug abuse is on the rise. Unlike illegal drugs where most battles are fought on neighborhood streets and involve gangs, the prescription drug war is happening in physician’s offices and pharmacies across the country. In late 2012, a story broke about four young men who […]
The role of a nurse is to be a trusted caregiver to a patient. The ability to help a person in a time of need is what often influences people to become a nurse in the first place. Whether a patient is in a nursing home or in a hospital, the patient is in a […]
As a physical therapist, your professional license is not just a symbol of your accomplishment but they key to your livelihood. However, it only takes one misstep and all that you have worked so hard to accomplish can be gone in an instant. Here are some of the most common errors that have cost physical […]
During the process of applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (“SSDI”), people tend to think of all of the reasons why they should be awarded benefits. Perhaps you cannot work as a result of your injuries, or you were diagnosed with an illness that has rendered you unable to enjoy life as you did before […]
Generally speaking, if you are working at the level of engaging in a “substantial gainful activity”, or SGA, you will likely be unable to receive Social Security Disability Insurance benefits (SSDI). Hence, a person who is making more than a certain amount per month is considered to be engaging in SGA. Specifically, SGA means is […]