Do I need an employment law attorney?
This sounds like direct evidence of discrimination. You should consult an employment attorney to represent you.
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This sounds like direct evidence of discrimination. You should consult an employment attorney to represent you.
It would be a good idea to discuss the specifics with an employment attorney, but based on just the information here, I would say yes.
I agree that you are misclassified. Please be sure to keep track of all your hours. There are apps that can be used for this purpose.
You would need to report any registered business to the TWC: http://www.twc.state.tx.us/jobseekers/report-your-work-earnings
If you do not want to hire a lawyer, Google Texas Payday Law and submit an unpaid wages claim through the TWC. Keep in mind that by doing so you...
If it is mandatory training, it should be paid as time worked.
It sounds like a clear-cut case of illegal retaliation.
You should have an attorney review and negotiate your severance agreement. It sounds to me as if they should have called it a lay off, but instead...
Both the unpaid overtime and stealing your tips are violations of federal law. You should see an employment attorney about a collective action.
It would be wise to have an employment attorney advise you regarding USERRA compliance.