Many workers mistakenly believe that only hourly employees or non-supervisory staff are eligible for Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) protections. In reality, managers have the same rights to take FMLA leave as any other eligible employee. Being in a leadership or...
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When an employer alters a workweek to avoid overtime pay
There are several ways that businesses might manipulate payroll records or their employees to avoid their legal obligation to provide overtime wages. Sometimes, companies trick workers into giving up their overtime rights by convincing them to work off the clock....
Understanding overtime pay in Texas
Employers in Texas are required to comply with the protections for employees that are set by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The provisions in this act are meant to help ensure that employees are paid fairly and aren’t subjected to certain negative employment...
Your resume may set you up for age discrimination
You’ve been applying online for jobs for months and have yet to get even a nibble. You’re frustrated and discouraged, wondering why your considerable skill set isn’t attracting offers to interview. One problem could be with your resume. Read on for some tips about how...
Sexual harassment in the workplace is underreported
Studies over the years have shown that sexual harassment in the workplace is underreported. A significant percentage of cases go unreported, which leads to harmful behaviors going unchecked, resulting in hostile work environments. So, why do some victims fail to...
Fearing layoffs and about to quit? Rethink that decision
Whispers of layoffs can spread through a company like wildfire. Fearing being terminated, some workers are ready to cut their losses, give notice and begin their new job search. Below are some reasons why that is probably not the most prudent choice: Quitting...
What’s a golden parachute (and why you won’t get one)?
You may have heard the term “golden parachute” without fully understanding what that means. Typically offered only to top executives, the term refers to those perks enjoyed by outgoing company leaders after corporate mergers and acquisitions. Golden parachutes may...
When employers don’t compensate when demanding a noncompete
Covenants not to compete, or non-compete agreements, have become common employment contract inclusions. Businesses across Texas may require that employees sign non-compete agreements to protect the company. These restrictive covenants prevent people from accepting...
Can employers adjust time clock records to eliminate overtime?
There are many questionable strategies that employers might utilize to avoid overtime pay obligations. Some companies hire workers on a salary basis, pay them as little as possible and then demand that they work overtime every week. Other times, employers include...
What do reasonable accommodations look like?
If an employee is disabled, employers are obligated to make reasonable accommodations so that they can continue to have their job. For instance, an employee could suffer a spinal cord injury in a car accident that leaves them with a lifelong disability. If their...