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If your employer in Texas does not pay you minimum wage or refuses to grant your overtime pay, they are in violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act, and you may be able to legally file a wage and hour complaint. It’s best to discuss any wage issues with your employer...
Employers in Texas and elsewhere are supposed to promote a tolerant and inclusive workplace. However, it's not uncommon for workers to experience instances of sexual harassment or other types of unwelcome behavior. Although companies are supposed to take allegations...
The Family Medical Leave Act provides job protection to Texas workers and employees nationwide who need extended time off for medical reasons. FMLA is a federal law that all employers must comply with, although mental health leave has presented some challenges. In...
For a worker to be productive and happy in their job, they need to feel safe and comfortable in their work environment. Unfortunately, many Texas residents who work outside the home experience different forms of hostility that can make going to work feel like a...
A marketplace contractor has increased work opportunities through an online marketplace or phone app. Independent workers are able to obtain assignments freely; yet, they have fewer rights and duties that are protected in court. Employment agencies in Texas define who...
The simple fact that you work from your Texas home doesn't necessarily mean that you are an independent contractor. Federal guidelines lay out a number of factors that must be considered when determining if you are a contractor or an employee. For instance, if a...
Bullying isn’t only an issue for children in Texas. Many adults get bullied at their jobs by their coworkers, managers and supervisors. In fact, some studies show that almost 30% of employed adults in the U.S. have experienced bullying on the job. What is bullying?...
The Fair Labor Standards Act, or FLSA, helps to ensure that Texas employees get paid fairly for any and all time that they've worked. All too often, though, an employer can profit from unpaid work by either accidentally or intentionally underpaying a worker. If an...
There are federal work laws that are not always easy for every employer and worker to understand. Each employee should fully understand their rights for temporary leave when they cannot work. You'll want to know which laws in Texas cover your activities to ensure that...
Residents of Houston and other nearby parts of Texas may want to learn more about the Family and Medical Leave Act, or FMLA, and how it can help employees during times of family obligations. Federal law allows employees to take leave from work of up to 12 weeks. This...