Victims of LGBTQ workplace discrimination in Texas, contrary to popular conception, do, in fact, have the right to fair employment practices regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation. However, such types of discrimination are unfortunately still...
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Defending whistleblower claims
Whistleblower claims have become common in several industries since the Enron financial scam in Texas that became public knowledge in the 1990s. The enacting of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and the Dodd-Frank Act by Congress gave whistleblowers standing to file a qui tam...
Autism and employment discrimination
There are many adults in Texas with autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, who live independent lives. Common symptoms of ASD, such as communication difficulties and social awkwardness, do not preclude people from employment. In fact, many people with ASD thrive in careers...
How does the Pregnancy Discrimination Act work?
When expecting a child, an employee may hope that his or her employer will not violate any laws or engage in discriminatory practices. Any employer who violates the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, which was established in 1978, may face significant legal consequences....
Penalties that employers face for failing to pay wages
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...
Constructive discharge and its impact on unemployment eligibility
As an employee, you want your workplace to be a safe and inclusive environment where your coworkers conduct themselves in an ethical manner. If your experience is less than that, you may decide that your talents are better applied somewhere else. Depending upon the...
Recognizing common signs of ageism in the workplace
If you are like many Texas residents, you would rather work after retirement age or avoid retiring at all. While working later in your career is good for your health and keeping your brain sharp, this could result in you becoming the victim of ageism. With that in...
What if an employer violates the FMLA?
The Family and Medical Leave Act, or FMLA, was signed into law in 1993 and established protections for employees who become sick or must care for a sick relative. The law allows employees to take unpaid leave to care for themselves or family members without losing...
Non-competition agreement contracts and disputes
The Biden Administration is making ardent efforts to stop non-competition agreements. These documents are commonly included in the hiring process, and they might keep workers from looking for new jobs or starting their own companies. If you're a Texas resident working...
Employers cannot retaliate in discrimination cases
Texas residents have the right to speak up for themselves when they believe that they have been the victim of employment discrimination. The employer cannot do anything to interfere with those rights. If they do, they can be sued for retaliation, which is often...
