The workforce of today is more litigious than ever in many ways. Employees are generally aware of their rights and not afraid to protect them in the face of perceived mistreatment. In at-will employment states like Texas, you can fire workers for any reason provided...
Ideally, employees at your business will never allege that they’ve been discriminated against, either by you as the owner or by other executives, managers or supervisors. You certainly want your business to be an inclusive place, and discrimination is not intentional....
Healthcare facilities and nursing homes are great places for elderly people to stay and get the care they need. Many loved ones will place their elderly family in these facilities when their elderly loved one's needs are too great. These facilities often have services...
One of the reasons that Texas has such a strong economy is that the state produces quite a bit of energy. Oil and gas have always been major contributors to the Texas economy, but in recent years, solar panels and wind turbines have begun generating large amounts of...
As a business owner in today's competitive climate, having a non-compete agreement with your employees can be an essential part of protecting yourself and your business. These legally binding documents are designed to protect businesses from any potential competition...
Theft at the workplace is both illegal and immoral, but it is not uncommon. When an employee takes something that belongs to an employer or a co-worker without approval and uses it for personal benefits, they are deemed to have committed theft. Depending on the nature...
When someone trips or slips and falls while on your property, Texas negligence law allows them to file a premises liability claim against you. This civil lawsuit is intended to help the plaintiff receive the financial restitution they need to cover the medical costs...
Some patients and their families mistakenly believe that any poor medical outcome is a result of medical malpractice. But as medicine is not an exact science and all procedures carry some risk, it is a false assumption to try to link every bad patient outcome to an...
Accidents can be common on construction sites. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), construction is a high-hazard industry, as workers engage in dangerous activities. However, most accidents can be avoided. Here are four ways to keep...
Anti-discrimination and anti-harassment training, as well as diversity and inclusion programs, have become common in many modern workplaces. Employers generally turn to these training programs as a means of limiting organizational liability for the potential...
