Back to the Basics: What is the Independent Contractor Test in Texas?
Texas employers are required to classify workers properly as employees or independent contractors in order to remain in compliance with state and federal law. Texas employers have a range of responsibilities concerning employees, but those same responsibilities do not apply to independent contractors. Misclassification can result in penalties and legal issues for employers, so it […]
Understanding New Federal Law on Arbitration in Sexual Harassment Cases
Employers in Texas need to know about a new federal law that bans mandatory arbitration in sexual harassment cases. The new law applies to various types of sexual harassment claims, including those that occur in the context of employment. President Biden signed the law on March 3, 2022, and the law took effect immediately. It […]
Texas Labor Code Chapter 22
What do employers in Texas need to know about Texas Labor Code Chapter 22? This law prohibits discrimination against employees for evacuating during an emergency, and business owners in Frisco and throughout the state of Texas must have a clear understanding of their responsibilities and obligations to employees. Our Frisco employment lawyers can provide you […]
How to Respond to an Employment Discrimination Complaint
If the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) or the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) receives an employment discrimination complaint from an employee at your business, how should you respond? It is important to know how to respond to such a complaint, and to understand the necessary steps to take to protect your business and remain […]
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 […]
New Requirements for Federal Contractors in 2022
Employers in Texas engaged in work as federal contractors or subcontractors need to learn about new employment law requirements affecting federal contractors in 2022. If your business takes on federal contracts or is classified as a federal contractor, you might already be familiar with certain requirements from 2021. Yet there is more to be aware […]
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 […]
