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No business can escape employment law issues today. But our Houston employment lawyers recognize that our clients’ interests are not always served by being involved in litigation. So we partner with our clients to ensure a prevention-first approach.
We address issues in a timely manner, while effectively accomplishing the desired outcomes. Our lawyers provide aggressive representation in state and federal courts and before administrative agencies, such as the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
Claims
- Violation of non-compete, non-disclosure, and non-solicitation agreements, including those relating to the misappropriation of trade secrets and proprietary information of employers
- Discrimination and retaliation based on race, sex, national origin, disability, and age under Title VII, the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Texas Commission on Human Rights Act
- Unpaid overtime and other wages under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the Texas Pay Day Act
- Unemployment benefits through the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC)
- Discrimination and retaliation under the Texas Workers Compensation Act
Human Resource Issues
- Understanding how to properly discipline and terminate employees
- Negotiating separation agreements
- Investigating complaints of workplace harassment
- Classifying employees as exempt or non-exempt under FLSA
- Understanding leave issues under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), ADA and the other federal and state laws governing employee leave
- Implementing employee handbooks and other workplace policies to remain current under applicable federal and state laws
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In the realm of possibilities, there is never just a solitary choice. Through our collaborative relationship with clients and with their best interests at heart, we help guide them to resolution.
”Chris Hanslik
Chairman
