Do I have any rights as an employee that was fired after 32 yrs. from a major position?

Texas is an employment at will state. Typically, unless an employee has an employment contract, or is employed under a collective bargaining...

Can my employer deduct money I owe them from my final paycheck?

An employer may deduct valid expenses from an employee's compensation, so long as the deductions do not result in the employee's hourly rate...

Unemp denied for misconduct with credit card. We have our receipts and will appeal. Any recommendations?

This is a general forum for discussion of broad legal topics. You present a number of very specific facts and refer to documents the lawyers here...

My previous employer is asking me something I am not comfortable with.

This is a general forum for discussion of broad legal topics. You present a number of very specific facts and refer to correspondence the lawyers...

General advice if legal action should be pursued

In Texas, a former employer can communicate with current or potential employers regarding a person's conduct or work history. Chapter 103 of the...

Texas Labor Laws

Neither Federal nor Texas law require employers to give employees breaks. If, however, the employee is unionized, his/her collective bargaining...

Do I have any grounds for filing a wrongful firing complaint?

Texas is an employment at will state. Typically, unless an employee has an employment contract, or is employed under a collective bargaining...

You raise two primary issues: 1) Hostile Work Environment and 2) Non-Compete Agreement. 1) Hostile Work Environment: “Hostile work...

Is this legal?

In Texas, employees must be paid for all hours worked. Under certain circumstances, wages may be withheld to offset damages and costs incurred as...

A written counter-offer is generally considered a rejection of the current offer. As pointed out by my colleague, you should consult,...