Workplace retaliation is a serious issue that can have devastating consequences for employees. It occurs when an employer takes adverse action against an employee for engaging in a protected activity, such as filing a complaint of discrimination, reporting illegal activity, or asserting their rights under employment laws. If you are an employee in Texas and […]
Category Archives: Employment Law
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May
May
As social media platforms continue to grow in popularity, it’s becoming increasingly important for employers to understand the laws that regulate their use in the workplace. Texas, like many other states, has laws that specifically address social media use by employees and employers. In this guide, we’ll explore some of the key Texas laws that […]
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May
May
As an employee in Texas, it is important to be aware of your rights when it comes to breaks and meal periods. Texas law outlines specific regulations that employers must follow to ensure their employees are receiving the proper amount of breaks and meal periods. Breaks According to Texas Labor Code, employers are not required […]
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Mar
Mar
As an employer in Texas, it is important to understand the state’s laws regarding overtime pay. Failure to comply with these laws can result in significant financial penalties, as well as damage to your company’s reputation. In this blog post, we will explore the key information that Texas employers need to know about overtime pay. […]
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Jan
Jan
Are you dealing with a hostile work environment in Texas? Contact the experienced El Paso employment law attorneys at Chavez Law Firm today. Question: Should I report a hostile work environment? Answer: A hostile work environment can take many different forms, and they’re all illegal under our nation’s laws and our state’s laws. A hostile […]
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Oct
Oct
Have you been subjected to discrimination in the workplace in Texas? Read these 5 ways to get ahead on your employment case, then call us now. 1. Collecting Unemployment Sometimes clients who have been illegally discriminated against in the workplace ask if they are, in fact, entitled to employment. The answer is that it depends […]
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Sep
Sep
Chavez Law Firm had a successful verdict for a client in an job discrimination claim. Verdict 2: Employment (Job Discrimination) Past Mental Anguish: $100,000 Punitive Damages: $400,000 Total Verdict: $500,000
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Sep
Sep
Chavez Law Firm had a successful verdict for a client in an Americans with Disabilities claim. Verdict 1: Employment (Americans with Disabilities) Past Mental Anguish: $326,250 Future Mental Anguish: $1,875 Wages and Benefits: $143,589.04 Punitive Damages: $3,262,500 Total Verdict: $3,734,214
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May
May
Were you the victim of inappropriate behavior in the workplace? Learn what to do when filing an employment claim in this article. Call us now. 1) Filing a Discrimination Claim The very first thing that you should do is find an experienced trial lawyer with experience in this area of the law because it can […]