Could I negotiate a more generous severance package?

In Texas an employer is not legally required to pay severance to departing employees. However, if you have an employment contract or severance...

I am being investigated for an email sent to anot ex-employee without proof. I've even had to speak to an investigator this afte

In this country, anyone has a right to a lawyer, anytime then want and can afford one. There is a larger question, though, as stated by my...

Is it legal in Texas to not pay drive time to a destination for work. If driving a company vehicle bringing materials to instal

Generally, traveling to and from a workplace or job site, outside normal work hours, whether in a company or personal vehicle, is considered...

Neither Federal nor Texas law require employers to give employees breaks. If, however, you are a unionized employee, your collective bargaining...

Can i get laid off upon return from FMLA?

The facts presented do not provide information necessary to determine FMLA eligibility. Here is some general information regarding FMLA. The...

Am I entitled to my accrued vacation time while on maternity leave?

This is an open, online forum designed for general discussions about broad legal topics. You present a highly fact-specific narrative. It is...

How do I make my former employer send me my personal belongings

An employer is required to give a terminated employee reasonable access to his/her personal items, and them to be retrieved. Absent a contractual...

What do I need to do?

Most AA employees are unionized. If you were a union employee of AA, you should discuss this with your union.

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When an employer fails or refuses to pay wages due, the employee can file a claim to recover unpaid wages (often called a “Wage Claim” or a “Payday...

What can i do if I was wrongfully fired and employeer won't pay me my unused vacation time.

There are two issues here. 1) is the employee really entitled to accrued unused vacation? 2) Is the employer entitled to withhold compensation...