As a general rule, most employees who work overtime in Texas must be paid at a higher rate. If they work more than 40 hours in a single week, they are entitled to time-and-a-half pay for those additional hours. As a simple example, an employee who typically earns $20...
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How discrimination based on national origin occurs in the workplace
You can be treated less favorably in the workplace based on your national origin or that of your ancestor. You may denied a job, promotion, fair compensation or training opportunity. Here is what to know about this form of discrimination: How does it happen?...
Identifying overlooked signs of sexual harassment
Sexual harassment can often go unnoticed because it manifests in subtle ways. Recognizing these overlooked signs is crucial to fostering a respectful and safe environment. Understanding these signs empowers individuals to address inappropriate behavior effectively. 1....
How to determine if you’re really exempt from overtime pay in Texas
Many Texas workers question their overtime pay exemption status. The process of determining whether they qualify for exemption often confuses people, leading to common misunderstandings. However, grasping it is crucial for employees to ensure fair pay. Understanding...
Is it possible to renegotiate an executive severance package?
Executive severance packages are typically outlined in employment contracts. They vary widely depending on one’s position, company policies and the circumstances of a particular separation. However, severance package issues aren’t always cut and dry once an agreement...
Can sexual harassment at work reasonably be passed off as a joke?
In many U.S. workplaces, sexual harassment remains a persistent and troubling issue, often shrouded in a thin veil of humor or banter. Many people might recognize this scene: a joke that crosses a boundary, a laugh that feels uncomfortable or a casual remark with...
Workplace protections against harassment go beyond the workplace
Many people think that the rules prohibiting workplace harassment and discrimination only apply when they’re actually in the workplace. That may have been generally true at one time. However, since many people often interact with their colleagues and managers through...
Sexual harassment in service jobs
People who work in service jobs, particularly those who rely on tips, often have to deal with atrocious behavior from their customers. Some difficult behavior, such as being overly demanding, is expected. But, there are instances in which the line between difficult...
Managing your stress while your case is active is important
When you’ve decided to take action to enforce your workplace rights, the process of seeking justice can be overwhelming, both mentally and emotionally. Whether you’ve suffered harassment as an emergency nurse, discrimination due to pregnancy as you were working your...
Report: Wage theft happens more than all other theft
When most people think about theft in the United States, they think about things like car theft or a robbery at a convenience store. These are often violent events where items are taken by force – or a house is robbed through forced entry while the family is away....