Employment Law Blog
How to Sue Your Employer
When your company wrongs you, you might want to sue your employer. Frequently, people wonder whether they can take legal action against employers. Our team acts as advocates for employees mistreated by their employers. At our employment law firm, we find that many different situations lead people to file a lawsuit against their employer. Trying […]
Unemployment Appeals & Employment Lawyers
Houston employment lawyer Clayton Craighead has years of experience representing employees in a variety of cases in Texas. During the pandemic, unemployment appeals have become more important than ever. If you are denied unemployment, an attorney is your advocate to help you maintain benefits in these dire times. Employers Can Contest Your Unemployment Claims When […]
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 […]