Most business owners, or at least their Human Resources professionals, understand that employers with a staff of at least 15 people are required to abide by the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Texas Labor Code provisions regarding employees with...
As an employer, you certainly want to avoid disputes with employees who lose their jobs. You know that there are concerns about wrongful terminations. For instance, you are aware that some employees are in protected classes, and these are designed to avoid...
Litigation is always a risk of doing business. Clients, regulatory authorities and even employees could take legal action against a company. In the construction sector, lawsuits brought by dissatisfied clients, in particular, can have a profound financial impact on an...
Those employed at an organization can have a direct impact on its efficiency and reputation. One worker’s poor job performance could lead to bad reviews, negative media coverage and even a lawsuit against the company. Employers sometimes have to make the difficult...
In many cases, when a driver is hit by another vehicle from behind, they will automatically assume that the rear vehicle was responsible for the crash. If someone gets rear-ended by a semi-truck driver, for instance, they may want to sue that driver and the trucking...
Sometimes accidents and injuries happen without someone legally at fault. In personal injury cases, the injured person must prove that the other party acted carelessly. If the conduct was reasonable under the circumstances, it may not qualify as negligence. Below are...
As a business owner, one of your biggest fears may be getting hit by an unjustified personal injury lawsuit. While the majority of people bringing claims generally have a valid reason, some are willing to make false claims in the hope of gaining some "easy" money....
Nursing home elopement can be very dangerous for vulnerable older adults. If they leave the facility where they receive care, they could be at risk of injury. They may not receive medication that they require and could go days without proper nutrition. It is important...
Employment discrimination lawsuits can be relatively expensive for businesses. Claims of discrimination or retaliation can require months, if not years, to effectively resolve. Companies accused of discrimination may also have an uphill battle when seeking to hire...
Energy disputes often involve complex contracts, technical issues and high financial stakes. Whether the concern is related to oil, gas or electricity, energy claims can arise quickly and disrupt business operations or property rights. As a party involved in energy...
