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All Texas employees have rights in the workplace. The Family and Medical Leave Act is in place to protect them when they need to take leave for medical reasons. These are your rights under this federal law. Understanding the Family and Medical Leave Act The Family and...
All Texas employees deserve to be treated fairly in the workplace. This includes being paid appropriately for the time they put into their work. However, there are differences between exempt and nonexempt employees that are important to know. Explaining nonexempt...
CBS has agreed to a settlement that totaled up to $30.5 million, making big news in Texas and around the country. This was after it was an investigation revealed that the former president and other executives had attempted to hush up a series of sexual harassment...
Thousands of Texas residents are afflicted with diabetes, and many of them are active members of the workforce. As a diabetic, you are entitled to certain protections in the workplace under the ADA (Americans With Disabilities Act). Your protection under the ADA makes...
Discrimination due to pregnancy can be a common issue for women in the workplace. However, with proper guidance, actions, and assistance from your boss, you should have no problems. For the Texas workforce, this post will give you a basic overview of your rights while...
Not all Texas employment discrimination cases need to be resolved in court. Many times, using a dispute resolution process will settle the matter, involving less time and less cost to the plaintiff. However, how do you decide which method is suitable for your...
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...