Even though you have performed your job appropriately, your employer has treated you unfairly. Whether your unfair treatment involves different job duties, lower pay, verbal abuse or even the loss of your job, it is normal to feel jilted and angry. According to the...
Austin Employment Law Blog
Tips for potential whistleblowers
Very strict laws govern whistleblower claims and protections. Choosing to blow the whistle is a difficult, time-sensitive decision. No matter what decision you make, you will face consequences. Therefore, these are tips you may consider if you decide to become a...
Tech corporate culture and gender discrimination
The tech industry has come to Austin and the Texas Triangle in general. With it, it brought an often-discriminatory corporate culture. The targets of this institutional discrimination are still working to make these companies more equitable for everybody. However, if...
Employer retaliation tactics are not always overt
When you work for a Texas employer, you have a right to call attention to violations that occur within your place of business. You also have protections in place, should you decide to exercise a protected right. Some of these protections prevent your employer from...
Can discrimination happen based on a hairstyle?
It might come as a surprise to some, but it is entirely possible to discriminate based on a hairstyle. Not only that, but this is actually rampant in the workplace. What exactly does discrimination by hairstyle look like? Why is this considered a form of...
Is it safe for pregnant workers to stand?
Even though some workers stand all day, most jobs only require employees to stand for part of their shifts. Indeed, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average civilian worker sits for approximately 3.5 hours and stands for just over four hours on...
Laying off versus firing
There are two ways that your employer can terminate your employment relationship: firing and laying off. The end result is the same, i.e., you lose your job. What is different is the rationale behind each. U.S. News and World Report explains what the difference is...
What is the FMLA?
When medical emergencies and family issues arise, everything else in your life often takes the back burner. You are right to prioritize your health and your loved ones over your work responsibilities, but the last thing you want to worry about is losing your job as a...
What should you do about bullying at work?
While most people associate bullying with children and teens, the problem can also affect adults. Take workplace bullying, for instance, which is an issue at numerous businesses and other entities. Workplace bullying is not always the same as harassment, although the...
What is wrongful termination?
Gainful employment is essential from a financial perspective, but it also provides a sense of achievement. That is why getting fired is such a tough pill to swallow. Along with the concerns about finances, losing a job can also damage a person's self-esteem. It can...