Facing a North Carolina Board of Nursing (NCBON) investigation can be one of the most stressful moments in a nurse’s career. A complaint or inquiry from the Board can threaten your nursing license, your professional reputation, and your ability to work.

At Brooks Peterson PLLC, we represent North Carolina contractors and technicians who find themselves under investigation by the North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors (“the Board”). One of the most common — and often surprising — issues that triggers a Board complaint involves load calculations for residential HVAC systems.

When the North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) finds compliance issues during a visit or investigation, the center may be required to submit a Corrective Action Plan (CAP).

Academic discipline during medical school can feel discouraging—but it doesn’t have to define your career. Mistakes made in an academic setting are often part of the learning process. Still, when the time comes to apply for your North Carolina medical license, those past issues may raise red flags with the North Carolina Medical Board (NCMB).

When selling a home in North Carolina, few details are more important—or more misunderstood—than the property’s square footage. Because buyers often compare listings based on size and price per square foot, real estate agents must ensure the measurements they report are accurate and consistent with state standards.

If you are a licensed professional in North Carolina—whether a general contractor, electrician, plumber, or other vocational licensee—a complaint to your licensing board can feel like a direct threat to your livelihood. But the potential consequences extend far beyond your license. A complaint filed with your professional board can also expose you to civil liability, creating a significant risk for future lawsuits and financial loss.

When facing scrutiny from a licensing board or regulatory agency, retaining a skilled license-defense attorney can make the difference between preserving your career and suffering irreparable harm. Below are the key reasons why working with counsel is essential.

Short answer: maybe — but it depends heavily on the nature of your conviction, how much time has passed, and how well you present your rehabilitation.

North Carolina law gives people with criminal records a formal path to find out beforehand whether a conviction is likely to block professional licensure — through a process called predetermination.

Receiving a Notice of Administrative Action from the North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) can be an unsettling experience. These notices typically follow a DCDEE investigation into a complaint or regulatory issue involving a licensed child care facility.

For HVAC contractors in North Carolina, a professional license represents years of skill, investment, and trust. But even experienced contractors can find themselves facing a consumer or competitor complaint before the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating & Fire Sprinkler Contractors (“the Board”). Understanding how the complaint process works—and what your rights are at each step—can make a major difference in protecting your license and your livelihood.