Ive been hearing more about nurses facing disciplinary charges from their state licensing boards. Does my professional liability insurance pay for a lawyer for this type of hearing?
We are pleased to tell you that if you face professional disciplinary charges you may be eligible for defense reimbursement under our policy. This coverage may provide up to $10,000 for legal representation for covered disciplinary hearings (excluding the appeals process). Coverage will vary according to your policy provisions. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions. Return to Top 6. What kinds of activities might trigger a disciplinary action by a licensing board and/or state regulatory agency? Any act that breaches your professional practice act or standards may prompt an action. Common occurrences include such unprofessional conduct as incompetent practice, medication errors, documentation errors, and practicing outside the scope of your license and/or certification. Our current coverage provides for expenses incurred while defending your interests in disciplinary actions. We understand the importance of your license to your livelihood and will help you to protect it. Ret
