There are a large amount of requirements outlined in the Fair Labor Standards Act regarding employers and their non-exempt employees. At times, some Texas companies might fail to follow them correctly, which could prove disadvantageous to their employees.
FLSA rules that employers may be breaking
Texas man sues employer over unpaid overtime
A Texas man has filed a lawsuit against his former employer, claiming that it violated the Fair Labor Standards Act by failing to pay him overtime wages. The suit was filed in the Sherman Division of the Eastern District of Texas on Aug. 2.
Women likely to face harassment in the advertising industry
Texas residents who work in advertising my be interested to learn that, according to a survey of approximately 400 women, half have faced sexual harassment in the workplace. Additionally, approximately 33 percent said that they had been passed over for an assignment due to gender-based bias. This particular survey had female participants from middle management, senior management and other advertising professionals.
Texas Employers Failing to Pay Overtime to Misclassified Workers
Misclassifying workers as independent contractors is an ongoing problem in Texas. Workers who have been misclassified as independent contractors are not receiving the benefits and legal protections afforded to employees.
Enduring workplace discrimination
Texas workers and job-seekers should be aware that federal employment laws do not provide protection for all segments of society. This includes men and women who identify as transgender.
Avoiding national origin discrimination in Texas
As the immigrant population in the United States increases, it is possible that an employer will hire someone who speaks a language other than English. In some cases, that employer may try to require employees to speak English at work. While not necessarily illegal, the issue has been a source of tension between workers and employers. Employers should be aware that they are not allowed to discriminate against a worker based on national origin.
