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As a worker employed by a company, you have certain rights guaranteed by law. You may need to show an employer that you intend to defend your rights as a worker. You can do so by filing a claim for overtime compensation in the state of Texas. What are the two main...
If you're a worker in Texas, you're probably no stranger to wage theft. This happens when an employer fails to pay an employee the wages or benefits to which they are legally entitled. This can happen in several ways, some of which are more obvious than others. How...
Texas and federal labor laws say that employers must pay all employees the proper compensation for the time they work. Sadly, some unscrupulous employers violate workers' rights. Here are some tricky ways an employer might take advantage of you. What is wage theft?...
If you work for a Texas company, then you should be aware of the penalties that your employer can face when they fail to pay wages as required. These penalties can become serious depending on the kind of unpaid compensation claims in question. Paying double the amount...
Overtime pay can be a huge source of income for employees and a major expense for employers. As such, it is vital that both groups fully understand all the laws concerning how exempt and nonexempt employees differ. While there are federal laws regarding the subject,...
Determining exempt versus non-exempt employees is one of the biggest issues facing any company. Employers in Texas who make mistakes in this area can find themselves liable for large payouts. Avoiding misclassification of employees is very important for small...
Texas workers attend their jobs with the expectation of being paid for their time commitment. Unfortunately, it's not uncommon for employers to underpay their employees. Regardless of whether this is due to a lack of knowledge or an actual intent to keep more money in...
Non-exempt, statutory employees in Texas are entitled to overtime pay for each hour worked above 40 in a workweek. In spite of the state and federal wage and hour laws, many companies routinely violate the laws and fail to pay their employees the overtime they are...
Making an overtime compensation claim in Texas necessitates a number of preliminary considerations. Chief among these factors is whether an individual qualifies for overtime pay in the first instance. Defining overtime and calculating the workweek According to the...
In the state of Texas, all non-exempt workers must be paid overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week. Overtime pay is typically 50% more than your usual hourly pay. If you've been denied overtime compensation, you might want to discuss your situation with an...