Pros and Cons of Hiring Independent Contractors says Dallas employment law firm

March 4, 2010


Given the country’s economic situation, some businesses have contemplated using independent contractors—instead of hiring employees—as a possible way to save money.  Keith Clouse, a Dallas employment law specialist, notes that a company should carefully weigh the pros and cons of relying on independent contractors before altering its staffing plan.
Using independent contractors can be advantageous.  A […]

Timing Matters in a Workplace Retaliation Case, says Texas employment lawyer Keith Clouse

December 10, 2009


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Federal and state laws forbid an employer from retaliating against an employee by treating the employee adversely simply because the employee complained about workplace discrimination. A retaliation claim often turns on circumstantial proof; one such element of proof a court may consider is the timing between the employee’s complaint of […]

Dallas employment lawyer report on Summary Judgment for an Employer in Dallas

September 8, 2009


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A United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas recently granted summary judgment to an employer in an age discrimination claim.  Bell v. Raytheon Co., No. 3:08-CV-0702-G (N.D. Tex. July 31, 2009), available at https://ecf.txnd.uscourts.gov/cgi-bin/show_public_doc?2008cv0702-101.  Three employees of Raytheon alleged the company discriminated against them by denying one […]

Employers Should Rid the Workplace of Bullies

August 21, 2009


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Unfortunately, workplace bullying occurs at many companies. The cost to employers is obvious: Targeted employees often have higher absenteeism rates and are less productive.  Employees who are bullied will almost certainly leave their employer, leading to a high turnover rate.
Bullying takes several forms. A bully may make derogatory remarks, sabotage […]

Keith Clouse - Dallas employment lawyer Reports Federal Court in Dallas, Texas Considers Employment Discrimination and Retaliation Case

August 13, 2009


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A Dallas court recently considered a racially-based employment discrimination and retaliation matter: Curry v. Telect, Inc., No. 3:08-CV-0933-D (N.D. Tex. June 15, 2009), available at https://ecf.txnd.uscourts.gov/cgi-bin/show_public_doc?2008cv0933-22. Billy Curry sued his former employer, Telect, Inc., for discriminating against him by discharging him and for retaliating against him because he complained […]

Discrimination Lawsuits: Dallas employment law attorney, clears up confusion

August 11, 2009


Dallas, Texas (WiredPRNews.com) Keith Clouse, a Dallas employment law attorney, clears up confusion regarding the “burden-shifting” framework that has been mentioned by commentators recently when discussing the latest United States Supreme Court decisions regarding employment discrimination. As Mr. Clouse explains, this framework addresses the shifting burdens of proof and production at play in proving a […]

Keith Clouse, a Dallas employment law attorney, suggests employers consider the following steps to curtail chronic tardiness

July 18, 2009


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Chronic tardiness should be inexcusable in this economic environment; however, many employees report to work a “few” minutes late almost every day.  While some small businesses may be tempted to ignore this problem, chronic tardiness can lead to lowered productivity and reduced morale among on-time workers; an employee […]

Creating a Company Dress Code Policy Texas employment law attorney Keith Clouse

June 4, 2009


Texas employment law news (WiredPRNews.com) — Company dress code policies help ensure that employees report for work dressed appropriately. A strong policy establishes clear guidelines in simple language.
To create an effective policy, an employer should first define its expectations. For example, a policy may state, “An employee should dress in a way that is […]

Non-Compete in Employment Law: By Texas Employment Attorney Keith Clouse, Dallas

May 16, 2009


Considerations When Hiring an Employee with a Non-Compete Agreement with a Former Employer
Dallas, Texas (WiredPRNews.com) — Many employers seek to prevent employees from competing against them in the future by requiring them to enter into non-compete agreements. A non-compete agreement typically restricts a person from engaging in a competing business with a former employer […]

Dallas Employment Lawyer Explains - Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Keith Clouse Texas Lawyer

May 11, 2009


Dallas, Texas (WiredPRNews.com) — The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (“ADEA”) protects individuals age forty or older from employment discrimination based on age, whether the individual is an employee or a job applicant. The ADEA applies to employers that (1) are engaged in an industry affecting commerce; and (2) employ twenty or […]

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