What is the number one equal employment opportunity (EEO) claim filed against Texas employers? Contrary to what you might think, it is not discrimination based on race, sex, disability, age, national origin, genetic information, or religion. Nor is it sexual harassment or equal pay. According to the … [Read more...] about The Number One EEO Claim Filed Against Texas Employers: Top Four Tips for Managing the Risk
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Fifth Circuit Certifies Two Questions to Texas Supreme Court Regarding Employment At-Will
This recent case brings to mind the old adage, “Never make promises you can’t keep.” Here are the alleged facts: DuPont spun off part of its operations to form a new subsidiary. DuPont gave affected employees an option—keep working for DuPont or go work for the new subsidiary. DuPont allegedly … [Read more...] about Fifth Circuit Certifies Two Questions to Texas Supreme Court Regarding Employment At-Will
Social Media 101 for Texas Employers
An employee’s Facebook page or Twitter feed may provide significant information to her employer, including what the employee is saying about the employer outside of work. But when is an employee’s tweet or Facebook post protected and when is it grounds for termination? According to recent … [Read more...] about Social Media 101 for Texas Employers