Regulatory departments oversee the operation of facilities that provide services to the public and also that train future licensees. For example, the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) issues licenses for adult family homes. The Department of Early Learning (DEL) issues licenses for day care facilities. The Department of Health (DOH) issues licenses for entities engaged in training health care professionals, such as Nursing Assistant training programs. The Department of Licensing (DOL) issues licenses for companies that train the individuals it licenses, such as cosmetology or massage therapy schools. The Liquor and Cannabis Control Board (LCCB) regulates the marijuana industry. Any of those regulatory agencies can investigate your business, issue a “stop placement,” and propound a statement of charges that can include the loss of your license to operate your business.

Your business is important to you. You put in the sweat equity building your business. Through it, you support yourself and your family. It is a source of identity and pride. Do not let a regulatory authority take that away from you.

You deserve an attorney who cares about your circumstances and will thoughtfully develop a plan of defense. We at Seattle Litigation Group understand the regulatory process and can assist you through that maze. We have successfully guided many businesses through the administrative law process. Contact an attorney right away to prevent the loss of your business license.

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