Employees might want to look at their personnel files to see how their boss views their work or to check for mistakes. In Texas, whether or not you can see your file depends on the company’s rules. There is no state law that makes private employers share these files....
Austin Employment Law Blog
How can employees prove “off-the-clock” work?
Austin's work culture often leads employees to go beyond scheduled hours. When this extra effort goes unpaid, it becomes a wage and hour issue. Off-the-clock work impacts an employee's earnings and well-being. Let's explore how Austin workers can prove off-the-clock...
What should an employee do if they experience retaliation?
Retaliation after participating in an internal investigation of discrimination or harassment can make an already challenging situation even more stressful. Employees in Texas are protected by both federal and state laws against retaliatory actions from their...
How can workplace social events lead to discrimination claims?
Workplace parties and team outings are meant to help employees get along better, but they can cause problems if some people feel left out. Employers need to know how these events might lead to discrimination claims and what they can do to prevent them. Understanding...
Does AI in hiring and firing increase wrongful termination risks?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming a common tool for hiring and firing employees. While it can make processes faster and more efficient, it also raises important questions about fairness. AI decisions can sometimes result in wrongful terminations, leading to...
How remote work challenges can impact wage and hour claims
As the world continues to be increasingly digital, remote work has become the new norm for many employees. While this shift has brought about benefits, it also raises complex questions about wage and hour laws. As an employee in Texas, do you know your rights when it...
Are performance improvement plans misused as retaliation?
Employers sometimes use performance improvement plans (PIPs) as a tool to help employees improve. However, PIPs can also be misused as a form of retaliation. Understanding how this happens can help employees identify unfair treatment and protect their rights. PIPs as...
When does an employer go too far enforcing noncompete agreements?
Noncompete agreements allow employers to protect their business interests by limiting where and how former employees can work after leaving the company. However, there are limits to how far employers can go when enforcing these agreements. Understanding these limits...
What should you do if implicit bias impacts promotion decisions?
Implicit bias refers to the unconscious attitudes or stereotypes that affect our understanding, actions, and decisions. In the workplace, these biases can influence promotion decisions, leading to unfair outcomes. Understanding this impact and knowing legal options...
Understanding FMLA protections against wrongful termination
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides important protections for employees who need time off for medical or family reasons. Understanding how the FMLA safeguards against wrongful termination is key for both employees and employers. FMLA leave rights Under...