Understanding your right as an employee to breaks is important. There are different rules in different states. Texas, along with most other states, defers to the federal statutes for governing breaks. According to the Fair Labor Standards Act, there is no break...
Austin Employment Law Blog
What should you know about workplace bullying?
Bullying has real and serious consequences no matter how old you are. This goes for every type of bullying, from the high school cafeteria all the way to your current place of employment. Unfortunately, workplace bullying can even result in a toxic work environment....
Is this age discrimination?
As you age, you may face new challenges in the workplace. But one challenge you may not expect is the potential of age discrimination. Unfortunately, this sweeping issue affects many workers across the board. But just what is age discrimination? How does it manifest...
What is workplace retaliation?
When you witness or learn of misconduct or illegal behavior, you may feel compelled to report it to proper authorities. In your daily life, this might include reporting something to law enforcement. However, concern for your job may cause you to be hesitant to report...
What does age discrimination look like?
When the term "workplace discrimination" comes up, many things may come to mind. You might think of discrimination based on race, gender or sexuality. These are some of the biggest hot button issues socially today. But what about discrimination based on age? This is a...
What are some factors that impact my wrongful termination claim?
Making a wrongful termination claim in Texas is difficult due to the employment laws. Like most states, Texas is an employment-at-will state. According to the Texas Workforce Commission, employment at will means you and the employer may end your employment at any time...
What are the different types of workplace discrimination?
Inclusivity is crucial within workplaces these days. Not only does it benefit employers to have a diverse and dynamic staff, it also ensures people have equal access to opportunities. Unfortunately, not all workplaces have instituted policies that ensure inclusivity....
The importance of filing retaliation claims promptly and clearly
Retaliation by an employer may happen suddenly and it is easy to want justice for it as fast. But the process of proving and receiving compensation for employer retaliation takes time. The less time you spend getting the right paperwork and information to local and...
What should I know about the Family and Medical Leave Act?
According to the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides unpaid leave to employees when faced with personal or family illness, or other medical conditions. The employee receives job protection while on leave to...
FAQs about noncompete agreements in Texas
As in many other states, Texas law recognizes that companies may enter into noncompete agreements with employees. Also known as noncompetition agreements, these contracts may restrict workers from providing services or confidential information to competing businesses...

