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It is no secret that the funeral industry – like so many industries in the United States – is facing a shortage of workers. The good news, however, is that those statistics show that colleges that specialize in funeral service education have shown a steady increase in their enrollment numbers.
Enrollment Numbers
There are currently 58 accredited mortuary institutions and programs across the country. According to the American Board of Funeral Service Education, there was an almost 25 percent increase in enrollment in 2021 compared to… 
There is no denying that there is a nursing shortage across the country. It is estimated that there is a need for approximately one million new nurses to enter the national workforce over the next couple of years in order to prevent an even more critical nursing shortage than already exists.
There are a number of reasons cited for this shortage, including the high number of nurses who have retired. Another issue is that many nursing schools are forced to turn away thousands of qualified… 
Whether you are a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other professional, your journey of education and training, obtaining your degree, to finally obtaining that professional license that will enable you to work in your chosen profession is a long and hard one. Unfortunately, that application process can put an unexpected roadblock in your journey if the board that issues your license rejects your application. There are a number of issues that can result in a license application denial. Knowing what those issues are prior to… 
There is always a risk for a professional license holder that someone will make an allegation that could trigger an investigation by the licensing board that issued the license. The investigation results and the decision of the board could mean that the individual will be unable to work at their profession. The steps you take from the moment you are aware of the complaint can determine the eventual outcome. The following are things you should avoid doing. A Chicago professional license defense attorney can… 
There are a number of professional and legal issues that can have an impact on an Illinois professional license. Whether you are a medical professional, business professional, real estate professional, or any other professional license holder, any allegations of improprieties, negligence, or criminal behavior will result in a notification from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) that your license is at stake.
A notification from the board that issues your license may lead you to ask if you need an attorney… 
The New Year not only brings resolutions for many people, it also brings new laws. One of those new laws in Illinois will affect every licensed healthcare professional in the state. As of January 1, every licensee will be required to complete a one-hour course in implicit bias awareness. This course will be part of the required medical education the state requires.
What Is Implicit Bias?
Racial disparities are present in employment, education, housing, and multiple other areas in this country. Many people may not even… 
The Second Amendment of the United States Constitution gives people the right to bear arms, however, there are federal and state laws that place specific limits on who actually qualifies to own firearms.
Under federal law, the general rule is that a person who has been convicted of a felony cannot own a firearm. This also applies to crimes involving domestic violence or having a serious mental condition. Illinois law goes even further. The following is a brief overview of Illinois gun permit laws…. 
It is estimated that one in three physicians will have at least one medical malpractice lawsuit filed against them during their medical career. In the majority of claims, the patient does not prevail in their lawsuit. Approximately 70 percent of claims are dismissed, dropped, or withdrawn.
Even when a medical malpractice case does not result in action against the doctor, it can still have a significant impact on his or her professional career, including investigations by the Illinois Medical Board. This is why it is… 
The month of December is one of the busiest for many people. The holiday season usually means get-togethers and parties with family and friends. If you are a professional, there are often many festive business gatherings scheduled during this time that not only gives you the chance to socialize with business colleagues but can also be significant networking opportunities.
Many of these social events, whether personal or professional, involve the serving of alcohol. Having a couple of drinks at a holiday party may… 
The arrival of Thanksgiving is typically the kickoff to the holiday season. This often means family gatherings, get-togethers with friends, and holiday parties. These events are also a popular time to drink. The number of drunk driving arrests and accidents spike this time of the year. Any driver who has been arrested for drunk driving faces harsh consequences if convicted, but those consequences are even more significant for a professional license holder.
DUI Penalties
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