During the last few years of tough economy, many companies have been tempted to save a penny by offering unpaid internships to the eager hoards
Category: Texas Employment Law
The Supreme Court Strikes Down The Defense of Marriage Act – Has Little Effect On Texas
Earlier this week, in a rare move to strike down a federal law, the United States Supreme Court declared the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) invalid because it violated the Equal
Firing a Mother for Breast Feeding is, Indeed, Sexual Discrimination
Seems like a no-brainer, right? Well, a Texas District Court judge did not think so, so the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals had to step
An Arbitration Agreement Found Unconscionable Without Translation
It is no secret that many Texas businesses employ Spanish-speaking employees. It is also no secret that many businesses in Texas require their employees to
The Supreme Court Renders an Important Pro-Employer Decision
In the past two weeks, both the United States Supreme Court and the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals have rendered decisions that will add roadblocks
Can You Fire or Get Fired for Statements on Facebook, etc.? (Social Media – Part II)
In the last couple of years, many employers have been adding Social Media policies to their Employee Manuals, often prohibiting employees from discussing all company