Need Urgent Advice

I have worked for a psychiatry facility for six months. I was recently fired because of an APS case accusing me of neglect. I was told APS will be notifying the BON of Texas. I am 3 months pregnant and don`t have another source of income. What are my options? Where do I go from here? Please Help
You're gonna need a lawyer.

How would I benefit from having a lawyer? My former employer told me I could not contest or fight this. How do I find a lawyer?

You need an attorney to protect yourself, your assets and your reputation. Do you have professional liability insurance? If so, call them now! If you do not, contact a nurse attorney experienced with BoN issues. It's not cheap but what are your license, your reputation and assets worth? The American Association of Nurse Attorneys has a lawyer referral service on their website. www.taana.org

Look up your state bar association and call them. Say you need a referral for lawyers who have experience defending nurses against neglect/abuse complaints and actions against their licenses by the BON.If APS is involved, there could be criminal charges. If they are notifying the BON your license could be under threat. A lawyer can help you with both.You may not be able to contest your firing, but you certainly can hire an advocate to protect your interests during whatever proceedings may be coming.Good luck.

Quote from EnowagiHow would I benefit from having a lawyer? My former employer told me I could not contest or fight this. How do I find a lawyer?

Quote from EnowagiHow would I benefit from having a lawyer? My former employer told me I could not contest or fight this. How do I find a lawyer?

Can she get unemployment when fired for cause?

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Thanks a lot for your advice. I have contacted a lawyer and he is asking for 7500. I don`t have malpractice insurance so I may have to pay out of pocket. I am searching for another job. Thanks for your support

He won't even give you a consult? Keep looking.

Quote from duskyjewelCan she get unemployment when fired for cause?

Quote from duskyjewelHe won't even give you a consult? Keep looking.