Responsible employers create an environment where staff can do their jobs without worry of injury. When a worker gets hurt because of negligence, the experience is always distressing. Securing compensation at trial hinges on whether one successfully proves a lack of...
The workplace should be a space where you feel safe, respected and valued. However, many individuals face various forms of harassment. Sadly, harassment is a prevalent problem in workplaces all across the United States. The EEOC reported that from 2018 to 2021, they...
Laws prohibit potential employers from asking inappropriate questions that could result in discrimination. As a job applicant, fair treatment based on your qualifications, not your personal life or characteristics, is your right. Furthermore, the Texas Workforce...
In a rapidly evolving professional world, fostering diverse workplaces that respect all ages is paramount. Unfortunately, age discrimination can still lurk in the shadows, impacting individuals' careers and their overall work experience. Recognizing the signs of age...
After blowing the whistle on dangerous, illegal or unethical aspects of a business's practices, many employees may fear retaliatory behaviors and actions. Although the law prevents these actions, that does not mean they do not happen. Thus, it is important to...
Workplace harassment comes in many forms, all of which can make it uncomfortable or even impossible to perform your job adequately. Being a victim of harassment can take a huge toll on your mental health, and you deserve justice and compensation for this unacceptable...
In the U.S., it is unlawful for employers to knowingly employ workers who do not have valid work authorization. To ensure this does not happen, most employers must complete I-9 forms to verify both the identity and the work eligibility of each new employee. While the...
Employers have various lawful reasons for terminating employees, but there are also illegal reasons for such an action. If you believe the reason your employer fired you was unlawful, you may be in a position to file a wrongful termination claim. Legal termination In...
While sexual harassment is one of the most well-known forms of harassing behaviors in the workplace, there are, unfortunately, many others. Fortunately, several laws in Texas and across the United States protect employees from this type of treatment. What are the...
If you are willing to wake up and go to work every day, you should not have to put up with a terrible work environment. Still, sexual harassment is alarmingly common in the U.S. In fact, according to reporting from Business Insider, a third of professional women have...
