Employment Law Blog
Were You Denied Unemployment?
When you are denied unemployment, a Houston employment lawyer can help you fight throughout the appeal process. When the Texas Workforce Commission denies an unemployment claim, you have the right to appeal their decision. Typically, this involves a digital appeal through their portal. However, it also requires that you attend a hearing, either by phone […]
Have You Been Denied Overtime?
Denied Overtime? Here’s What an Overtime Attorney Can Do Has your employer denied overtime? Are they avoiding paying you? If so, your due wages could be a significant amount of money. In fact, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) estimates that 72% of employers are not in compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). […]
Learning Your Rights About Unpaid Overtime During COVID-19
Overtime Attorney: Receiving Overtime Pay During COVID-19 Overtime laws can be confusing to navigate without an overtime attorney. While some are exempt from overtime, others deserve wages when they work more than 40 hours in a week. a Houston employment lawyer can help you understand the law and fight an employer who avoids paying due […]
Do You Have to Repay Unemployment Overpayment?
Do I Have to Repay Unemployment Overpayment? Occasionally, unemployment overpayment requires workers to pay back part of their benefits. When you are paid benefits but lose them when your employer appeals, the Texas Workforce Commission may ask you to repay those benefits. This is also true when you are overpaid due to a mistake made […]
What is Unemployment Fraud
Unemployment Fraud and COVID-19 in Texas Unemployment fraud in Texas is considered to be misrepresenting your employment status and claiming that you are looking for work when you are not. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the United States has seen an unprecedented number of unemployment claims. Fraudulent claims for unemployment compensation may seem insignificant. However, the Department […]
What is Wrongful Termination in Texas?
Understanding Wrongful Termination in Texas As a top Houston employment law firm, we feel that it is vital for employees to understand their rights. This post is for educational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Wrongful termination claims are a very real matter with serious consequences. When you feel your termination was unjust, contact […]