Employees in Texas may have heard that noncompete agreements were banned by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). A noncompete agreement typically says that an employee who signs the document cannot directly work for the competition in the same geographical area or...
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Which workers have a right to overtime pay?
Compensation for time worked is one of the most important aspects of an employment arrangement. Professionals negotiate terms that allow them to receive fair wages in return for the time they spend on the job. The standard workweek is 40 hours, often spread over five...
Can employers punish workers for unauthorized overtime?
Businesses often enforce employment policies intended to save their company money. Limiting or outright forbidding overtime is a common cost-management strategy. Employees are largely subject to a company's policies regarding how much they work. Most employees...
Who is entitled to overtime pay in Texas?
Workers may be entitled to overtime pay if they work more than their usual scheduled hours. A Texas employee can earn one and a half of their typical pay rate for every hour over 40 hours in a single week. For example, an employee who earns $10 an hour can earn $15 an...
Are interns protected under workplace Texas harassment laws
Many interns in Texas are protected from sexual harassment under state law. While these safeguards can vary depending on the type of internship, specific state legislation helps clarify the rights of unpaid interns in particular. What protections exist for unpaid...
