For licensed professionals, a career is not just a job. It is the result of years of education, training, financial investment, and personal sacrifice. Physicians, nurses, dentists, pharmacists, and other regulated professionals depend on their licenses to earn a living and serve the public. When that license is threatened, the consequences can be immediate and […]
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A nursing license represents years of effort and a lifetime of earning potential, which is why protecting it is essential for every Illinois nurse. National liability data shows a steady flow of licensing board cases involving nurses from every practice setting. These cases are expensive, time-consuming, and often emotionally taxing. Even when they end with […]
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Introduction: Looking Back to Appreciate the Present As we approach Thanksgiving 2025, it is natural to pause and reflect on the things that truly matter. This season invites us to look back on where we have been so we can better appreciate where we stand today. When we compare the daily realities of life in […]
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CHICAGO – The 2025 edition of Chicago’s Leading Lawyers has once again recognized health law, licensing, and litigation attorney Michael V. Favia as a Leading Lawyer in Chicago. The annual peer-review process highlights top lawyers across practice areas, and Favia continues to earn this designation based on his experience, ethics, and leadership in the legal […]
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A Continuing Opportunity for International Medical Graduates Illinois has taken an important step toward addressing healthcare workforce shortages by creating a new pathway for International Medical Graduates (IMGs). Under this system, qualified IMGs may apply for a Limited Physician License, which authorizes them to practice under supervision for up to two years. After that period, […]
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The IDFPR Launches CORE Phase 2 – Illinois CORE Licensing System On July 31, 2025, the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) completed Phase 2 of its Comprehensive Online Regulatory Environment, or CORE, licensing system. This second phase adds eighty-eight new license types to the online application process, many of which fall within […]
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For licensed professionals in Illinois, such as physicians, nurses, pharmacists, dentists, real estate brokers, financial advisors, and others, few things are more stressful than receiving notice from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). Whether it’s a formal complaint, a request for documentation, or a notification of investigation, the implications can be serious. […]
Read more... How Illinois Professionals Should Respond to an IDFPR Investigation Receiving a letter or call from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) can be nerve-racking, especially when your license and livelihood are on the line. Whether you’re a healthcare provider, financial professional, or real estate agent, it’s critical to respond the right way. […]
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The enforceability of the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting mandate in the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) has been temporarily suspended as of December 3, 2024, following court intervention enjoining enforcement of this law, which requires business owners to report ownership interests to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). Please Read the Article On Point, by […]
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By Michael V. Favia & Associates, P.C. – Chicago Professional Licensing Lawyer Medical board investigations can significantly impact a physician’s career and reputation. While these investigations are often complex, doctors must understand the process, how to respond, and what steps to take if they are under scrutiny. This blog post aims to provide a comprehensive […]
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