Yes. Texas is an at-will state, which means that an employer can terminate employment with or without reason or notice, so long as the termination...

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I was approved for unemployment and now my former employer has filed an appeal.

I'd suggest that you visit with a qualified employment attorney to see if you have a viable claim for discrimination/hostile work environment. If...

The TWC does not require that you be represented by an attorney. However, attorney representation would be helpful if you were considering filing...

Yes, absolutely. Application and W-4 have nothing to do with obligation to pay you for hours worked.

Unfortunately, this does not seem unusual. The EEOC offices in Texas frequently take 1.5 years plus. Have your attorney call the investigator and...

What to do if my employer (Big company ) makes all the employees log into their systems off the clock?

See an employment attorney, as there's a potential claim for unpaid wages for time worked off the clock.

In general, an employer is free to limit hours worked. Coverage for benefits will depend on the particular benefit plan -- request the summary...

There is no general maximum number of hours. The particular profession in question may have limits on maximum hours as set by the applicable...

My supervisor notified me before the beginning of my shift that i will have to stay for overtime , is this legal ?

Yes, unless there is some agreement (employment agreement, union collective bargaining agreement) providing otherwise.

The Texas Workforce Commission does not assist with collections of sums due to *independent contractors* (suggested by the 1099):...