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Apologizing in Employment Situations — Does Apology Lead to Liability?

When you are running a business, workplace problems are inevitable.  When employees report problems in the workplace and/or file complaints, your response in some cases might be to apologize. As a dedicated employer in Texas, you might assume that telling an employee you are sorry they have experienced a particular issue or that they have dealt with a significant workplace problem might be the compassionate or empathetic thing to do. Know, however, that in some circumstances, an apology could ultimately expose your business to liability. Indeed, under certain circumstances, apologizing could be construed as an admission of fault or responsibility. Read more
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Basic Considerations When Paying Employees Commission

Employers in Texas who pay employees commissions need to consider a variety of issues to ensure that they are in compliance with state and federal law. For example, if you pay non-exempt employees commissions, generally speaking, these employees must be treated just as any other non-exempt employee. As such, Texas employment laws and federal laws like the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will apply. Beyond this, what other factors should be considered? The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) outlines some of the key issues for employers in the state who pay employees commissions. Employees Paid Commission are Covered by Minimum Wage Read more