It depends, but normally if there is no employer response, the TWC takes the employee version of events as true and normally awards benefits.

My managers clocked me out a hour and five minutes before I was done working

No, they shouldn't change your time card to deprive you of time actually worked. If this is an infrequent occurrence, you can complain to HR, or...

Can a employer go back on a written offer of employment?

Unfortunately, Texas law doesn't provide any remedy for this situation absent a signed employment agreement that limits the employer's right to...

Can I sue my former employer for intimidation, harassment and ultimately termination.

Hard to tell with this fact pattern. There may be a claim if the termination was because of your use of FMLA leave, but I would need more...

Is it legal for my employer to clock us out and have us stay 3 to 4 hrs past our shift without pay?

No, is the short answer. It is likely a violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act, and an attempt to evade overtime. You need to keep track of...

Can FMLA be back dated?

I don't think there is any prohibition to making FMLA coverage effective when you got the paperwork. Normally that would be a good thing, as it...

Denied to leave work to be with spouse in hospital?

Possibly. If your employer has at least 50 employees within 75 miles, you have been employed at least a year and are full time, or have worked at...

What are my options?

You may have protection under the Family and Medical Leave Act (the "FMLA"). If the leave was for a "serious health condition" as defined by...

Where do I need to hire an employment attorney if I work in Texas for a company that is owned and operated in South Dakota?

Normally you would need a Texas attorney if that is where you worked unless there is a written contract with the company that has what is called a...

Can i take employment with my client?

It will depend on several factors, the first of which is the employment agreement. Reasonable non-solicitation agreements are likely enforceable...