The 1963 Equal Pay Act requires employers in Texas and around the country to give male and female workers equal pay for equal work, and Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act prohibits gender-based discrimination in the workplace. On Nov. 20, three female Amazon...
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Apple agrees to pay $25 million to settle discrimination claims
Employers in Texas and around the country can use the U.S. Department of Labor’s Permanent Labor Certification program to hire skilled foreign workers when they cannot find qualified American candidates to fill specialized positions. Programs like PERM are put into...
3 ways some Texas employers try to dodge paying overtime wages
Both federal and Texas state laws from the rights of employees to receive overtime pay in certain situations. When someone works more than 40 hours in a given workweek, they typically have the right to receive overtime pay for their work. Employers would often prefer...
Dealing with hearing disability in Texas
Everybody in Texas has a right to do what they can to earn a living and make their lives better. It's not always easy, but it's a fundamental part of the American dream. Unfortunately, people with hearing disabilities often face many challenges and obstacles in the...
Common signs of age discrimination in Texas workplaces
Jobs or careers give most people a sense of purpose and fulfillment, especially if they've toiled for years to perfect their craft. However, as people grow older, the job market becomes increasingly competitive despite years of experience and skill development. It is...