When Do You Need to Pay an Employee for Not Working?
Employees get paid when they work. Everyone who works for a living knows that. But as an employer, you probably know that some employees are also entitled to pay when they are not working. Depending on the nature of your business and the types of work done at your company, some of your employees may […]
Are Salaried Employees Entitled to Overtime Pay?
One common misconception employers hold concerning wage and hour laws is that the FLSA’s overtime rule does not apply to salaried employees. When thinking about overtime pay, many people think this only applies to workers who are paid by the hour. But it is important to note that salaried employees can be entitled to overtime […]
Texas Legal Requirements for Overtime Pay & Credit Accumulations
If your business has employees who are non-exempt and work overtime hours, it is important to understand your obligations as an employer under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) concerning overtime pay and overtime credit accumulations. In short, you are required to compensate non-exempt employees for overtime hours worked, and that compensation must come […]
Could You Discriminate Unintentionally When Using AI for Hiring?
Businesses in Texas and across the country are increasingly relying upon artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting and hiring new employees, yet questions concerning the ethical and potentially discriminatory use of AI has arisen in various industries. Particularly with a shift to more remote work as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, if your Texas business […]
Workers’ Comp for Employees with Side Effects from Mandated COVID-19 Vaccines
Many employers in Texas are requiring employees to have COVID-19 vaccines in order to do their jobs. If your business has made vaccines mandatory as a condition of employment, then you should know that it is possible for an employee to seek workers’ compensation benefits for an adverse reaction to, or side effects from, a […]
5 New Texas Workplace Laws Passed by Texas Lawmakers in 2021
Many new Texas state laws were passed in 2021. A number of those laws may affect employers, including both their rights concerning business practices and responsibilities to employees. If you have any questions about compliance with Texas business or employment law, one of our experienced Frisco attorneys will be glad to help. In the meantime, […]
Wage Deductions: Can I Dock Costs from Employee Wages?
Texas employers may be able to make deductions from employee wages under certain circumstances, but it is essential for employers to know that they must do so in compliance with the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the Texas Payday Law. Under federal and state law, certain types of deductions are always permitted, while […]
Minimum Wage and Overtime Exceptions: Understanding the Outside Sales Exemption
Employers in Texas and throughout the U.S. are required to pay employees a minimum wage unless they are exempt. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), there are a wide variety of workers who may be exempt, which means the employer is not required to pay the minimum wage and/or overtime compensation. However, it is […]
