What is the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act?
There are many employment laws that can affect your business. Most employers are aware of the federal laws that prohibit discrimination and harassment against employees. Under federal and Texas state law, for example, employees cannot face discrimination or harassment based on protected classes, such as pregnancy. Federal law is about ready to take things a […]
Most Common Workplace Lawsuits and How to Minimize Their Impact
Employment-related lawsuits are common and employees may sue employers for a variety of reasons. Sometimes even the most buttoned-up organization may find itself charged with an employment law violation that ends in a courtroom. A lawsuit can be costly and inconvenient for an employer, so the best way to minimize legal damages is to take […]
What is the “Cat’s Paw” Theory of Liability When it Comes to Retaliation?
Just like any community, the workplace is subject to conflict. Places of employment can be subject to strife based on differences of opinion, unreturned romantic interest, and racial prejudices. It can be difficult for employers to tease out legitimate discrimination claims from those manufactured to sabotage a co-worker. Employers are advised to exercise caution with […]
CROWN Act Ordinance Passes in Austin, TX
Employers in Texas should know that Austin has become the first city in Texas to pass the CROWN Act. The passage of this law will have important employment law implications in the state. Our Frisco employment law attorneys can provide you with more information about the CROWN Act, including what it is intended to do […]
Avoid Discriminatory Filters Using AI Tools in Employment Searches
Texas employers who are planning to hire new employees may be considering the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology to assist in the hiring process. According to an article in Risk Management, AI technology provides several benefits to employers in many different fields and industries. As that article explains, “some of the applications include employee […]
Understanding Age Discrimination Claims in Texas
Age discrimination in employment in Texas is prohibited under the federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA) and Chapter 21 of the Texas Labor Code. However, employers in Texas need to know that federal and state laws only protect against discrimination against employees who are 40 years of age or older. Further, employers […]
How to Respond to an Employment Discrimination Complaint
If the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) or the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) receives an employment discrimination complaint from an employee at your business, how should you respond? It is important to know how to respond to such a complaint, and to understand the necessary steps to take to protect your business and remain […]
Changes Employers Need to Know Regarding Texas Sexual Harassment Law
Starting on September 1, 2021, Texas’ sexual harassment law will have some fairly significant changes. This past summer, both the Texas state house and senate passed amendments to Section 21 of the Texas Labor Code. The most significant change is that the law will now apply to companies with one employee or more (previously the […]
Is a Business Legally Required to Follow its Own Policies/Handbook?
Business owners in Texas should have written policies and, ideally, an employee handbook that compiles all of the policies and expectations within the workplace. Employee handbooks can provide important information and protections for the employee and employer alike. Yet situations might arise in which an employer believes that a particular policy that is written in […]
Damages to Expect in Common Employment Law Cases
When facing a workplace claim or lawsuit from a current or former employee, it is useful for employers to know the types of damages they may be expected to pay in common employment law cases. Generally speaking, whether an employee has filed a wage and hour violation claim, an employment discrimination case, a retaliation case, […]
