IDFPR NOTICE RE EMAIL SCAMS: Cosmetology Licensing Board and Illinois Board of Nursing

IDFPR NOTICE RE EMAIL SCAMS: Cosmetology Licensing Board and Illinois Board of Nursing

Please Share this Important IDFPR Information with Fellow Licensees and Report Scammers The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (“IDFPR”) posted this fraud notice on August 12, 2020, at https://bit.ly/2PLg9tk. “IDFPR is aware of two fraudulent schemes claiming involvement from professional boards. One is an email that claims to come from the “Cosmetology License […]

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Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting

Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting: Licensed Professionals & Liability in Illinois

Chicago IDFPR Attorney Michael V. Favia is a former Illinois Assistant Attorney General and Former IDFPR Chief Prosecutor. Attorney Favia and his team of Chicago IDFPR Lawyers represent professionals licensed in Illinois and other states. Favia Law Firm attorneys resolve IDFPR cases, investigations, prosecutions, and audits. Being a former Chief of Prosecution at the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Michael V. Favia’s contacts and relationships are helpful in negotiating resolutions. If necessary, Favia Law Firm trial lawyers represent licensed professionals at informal, formal hearings, and circuit court appeals if necessary. Call an experienced Chicago IDFPR Attorney at the Law Firm of Michael V. Favia & Associates in Chicago and Rolling Meadows, Illinois at (773) 631-4580.

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Podcast about Illinois Professional Licensing and the IDFPR

Chicago IDFPR Attorney Jacqueline Stein Podcast on Licensed Professional Regulation Updates

An important takeaway: Always consult an experienced Chicago IDFPR attorney when matters arise with the Department. The Law Office of Michael V. Favia & Associates and their team of IDFPR consultants know how to help with license applications, IDFPR complaints, and investigations, probation and compliance, administrative review, and appeal of disciplinary decisions.

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Professional Licensing in Illinois

Major Opioid Bust: 60 Doctors and Pharmacists Charged

Illinois doctors, nurses, dentists, and other licensed healthcare professionals trust Chicago IDFPR Michael V. Favia to represent them in court and before state regulatory agencies like the IDFPR. Favia is a former Illinois assistant attorney general and he was also a chief of prosecutions at the formerly named Illinois Department of Professional Regulation. Having been the prosecutor, Mike Favia knows what the IDFPR is concerned about and how to represent his clients in their best light.

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Building Code Violations

Building Code Violations: Commercial and Residential Issues

Being Aware of and Addressing Building Code Violations Rental properties can be great investments and sources of rental income. When buying and selling residential and commercial buildings to lease to tenants and businesses, be aware of building code violations. A building code violation can get in the way of the purchase or sale of a […]

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Michael V. Favia is Listed Among Peer Selected Leading Lawyers for 2019

Michael V. Favia is Listed Among Peer Selected Leading Lawyers for 2019

Fewer than five percent of all lawyers in Illinois are selected through the peer review process to be recommended and named among the list of Leading Lawyers published annually. Skill, experience, and reputation in the practice of law are recognized by fellow attorneys who cast their vote for the best attorneys they know and trust.

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Mastermind Dinner & Event by Aptus Exchange April 24 for Dental Practice Acquisition

Attend Aptus Exchange Mastermind Dinner & Meeting: Dental Practice Value Maximization

You are Invited to Attend. Dentists Gather for Dinner and Continuing Education with Aptus Exchange About Succession Planning, Practice Growth and Dental Practice Acquisition. Dentists and dental industry professionals are attending the upcoming evening Mastermind Dinner & Meeting event. Four speaker presentations focus on dental practice acquisition, practice group and practice values. The evening at […]

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Misrepresenting Credentials and Professional Discipline

Misrepresenting Credentials and Professional Discipline

“Professionals should be aware that knowingly or unknowingly misrepresenting or failing to update their credentials when testifying in depositions or in court exposes them to potential discipline. The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) takes the position that such misrepresentation is unprofessional and a violation of the Illinois Medical Practice Act. I believe they would take the same position against any professional who misrepresents their credentials.” Michael V. Favia, Chicago IDFPR Attorney and Principal Attorney at Michael V. Favia & Associates, P.C..

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Criminal Defense and Professional Licensing Defense Podcast with Gus Kostopoulos

Gus Kostopoulos Podcast on Criminal Defense and Professional Licensing Defense

Gus Kostopoulos: Criminal Defense and Professional Licensing Welcome to the Illinois Professional Licensing Associates podcast, brought to you by healthcare practice and licensing defense lawyer, Michael V. Favia. Michael V. Favia & Associates in Chicago represents licensed professionals before regulatory agencies such as the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). Chicago area criminal […]

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IDFPR Enforcement - Michael V. Favia Defends Licensed Real Estate Brokers

IDFPR Enforcement: Michael V. Favia Defends Licensed Real Estate Brokers

Chicago IDFPR Attorney, Michael V. Favia Defends Licensed Real Estate Brokers Michael V. Favia works in private practice defending professional licensed by the State of Illinois and regulated by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Responsibility (IDFPR). Favia defends licensed real estate brokers When you are represented by Chicago IDFPR Attorney, Michael V. Favia, […]

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