Is there a fundamental right to earn a living that is recognized by the courts? In Golden Glow Tanning Salon v. Columbus, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a grant of summary judgment against the plaintiff tanning salon who …
Department of Labor Issues New Proposed Rule on Independent Contractors
On October 13, 2022, the Department of Labor (DOL) published a new proposed rule on independent contractors that is likely to result in findings that some independent contractors have been misclassified under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and may …
Handling Employee Requests for Religious Accommodations
Whether you’re running a large corporation or a small business, it can be challenging to properly reply to employee requests for religious accommodations. However, if you’ll listen carefully to what’s being asked and thoughtfully weigh all your options, you should …
Employer Drug Testing Laws in Texas
There are no employer drug testing laws in Texas for private employers, although there may be workplace drug testing requirements or restrictions for some government employers, employers subject to DOT’s drug testing rules, companies with federal contracts or grants, and …
Sexual Harassment at Work: How Should Witnesses Respond?
Victims and witnesses of sexual harassment often feel robbed of their sense of safety and peace of mind. After all, when someone is sexually harassed in an overt and physical manner, an actual assault and battery may have occurred. Sexually …
What’s the Difference Between an Independent Contractor and an Employee in Texas and Why Does it Matter for Your Business?
When you hire contract labor for your business, you must ensure that you are not misclassifying an employee for the tax and reporting benefits – if you do, you may have unexpected expenses when the government requires you to pay …
Preventing Unfair Competition in Texas with Employee Agreements
Our employment law attorneys at Murray Lobb routinely advise clients on unfair competition issues, including how to prevent unfair competition issues from arising and how to take legal action to protect your company’s interests. Below, we will go over some …
Employee Use of Company Computers: The Importance of a Comprehensive Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)
Employee use of company computers can lead to both foreseeable and unforeseeable problems – most of which can be avoided or minimized by developing a comprehensive acceptable use policy (AUP) that makes clear the employees’ and employer’s rights and responsibilities …
Choosing the Best Ways to Monitor Employees Working From Home
If you would like to install special software to help you monitor the productivity of employees working from home, be sure to show respect for their privacy. After all, most employees take pride in doing their best work and know …
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