We go to work every day, understanding that we will be reimbursed for the hours of service we provided to our employer. For most people, those expectations are met upon receiving a paycheck. But what if that paycheck isn’t an accurate reflection of the number of hours...
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How does quid pro quo sexual harassment occur?
Quid pro quo does not always have a negative connotation. Strictly speaking, a quid pro quo arrangement is just one where something is being exchanged for something else. For example, two businesses could reach an agreement to exchange services at no cost because they...
Common severance agreement terms
A severance agreement is a legal contract between a worker and an employee that outlines the terms and conditions under which the affected worker will receive certain benefits after their employment ends. Severance agreements can provide financial support during a...
How comp time could be wage theft
As a general rule, most employees who work overtime in Texas must be paid at a higher rate. If they work more than 40 hours in a single week, they are entitled to time-and-a-half pay for those additional hours. As a simple example, an employee who typically earns $20...
Is it possible to renegotiate an executive severance package?
Executive severance packages are typically outlined in employment contracts. They vary widely depending on one’s position, company policies and the circumstances of a particular separation. However, severance package issues aren’t always cut and dry once an agreement...
Managing your stress while your case is active is important
When you’ve decided to take action to enforce your workplace rights, the process of seeking justice can be overwhelming, both mentally and emotionally. Whether you’ve suffered harassment as an emergency nurse, discrimination due to pregnancy as you were working your...
Report: Wage theft happens more than all other theft
When most people think about theft in the United States, they think about things like car theft or a robbery at a convenience store. These are often violent events where items are taken by force – or a house is robbed through forced entry while the family is away....
What is the ABC test for classifying employees?
In Texas, misclassifying employees as independent contractors is a significant issue that can result in penalties for employers and lost benefits for workers. The ABC test is a tool used to determine whether a worker is an employee or an independent contractor. ...
Stay off social media until your employment case is resolved
When navigating an employment investigation, dispute or lawsuit, it is important to be mindful of your online presence, particularly on social media. What you post, share or comment on can have a significant impact on the outcome of your case. Even seemingly harmless...
Texas judge lets state ignore new federal overtime rule – for now
Texas officials and lawmakers often like to consider themselves and our state independent of federal laws and other regulations. Sometimes, this independent streak applies to federal protections for workers. Last month, we told you that Texas Attorney General Ken...