W. Va. Code R. § 27-8-13

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 45, November 8, 2024
Section 27-8-13 - Relations with the Public and Other Professions
13.1. A licensee shall neither misrepresent nor accept the misrepresentation by other persons of the efficacy of his or her professional services.
13.2. A licensee shall not, under normal circumstances, offer professional services to clients already receiving services from another professional, unless agreed upon by all parties.
13.3. A licensee shall not distribute advertisements, announcements, or information that is false, inaccurate, misleading, partial, out of context, or deceptive.
13.4. A licensee shall clearly state their licensure status using the title "Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or "LMFT" in all professional correspondence, documents, advertisements, and announcements.
13.5. A licensee shall display their original current license certificate and disclosure statement in a prominent place in the primary location of their practice.
13.6. A licensee shall distinguish between public statements made as a private citizen and those made as a representative of the profession and be aware that any statement they make may be interpreted as being representative of their profession.
13.7. A licensee shall not give or accept a commission, rebate, or other form of remuneration for referral of clients for professional services.

W. Va. Code R. § 27-8-13