December 16, 2009
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The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (“GINA”), signed into law in May 2008 by President George Bush, took effect on November 21, 2009. GINA prohibits employers, employment agencies, and unions from discriminating against an individual based on the person’s genetic information. Specifically, GINA prohibits an employer from using genetic information in […]
November 27, 2009
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In tough economic times, employers may ask certain employees to take early retirement packages. Oftentimes such a package contains a waiver whereby an employee releases any claims the employee may have against the employer. But if an employer seeks a waiver of a possible age claim, the employer must comply […]
August 17, 2009
Unfortunately, lay-offs in Texas continue to occur at an alarming rate. Keith Clouse, a Texas employment law attorney, suggests that an employee facing a lay-off consult with an attorney who practices employment law. An employment law attorney can help an individual sort through issues such as:
• Discrimination claims: While most employers reserve the right to terminate […]
July 9, 2009
In response to corporate scandals, the United States government enacted the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (“SOX”). SOX establishes new standards for all public companies, their boards, their management, and public accounting firms. SOX also protects certain whistleblowers from retaliation. This protection applies to an employee who works for a public company and who alleges that he was […]
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 […]
March 13, 2009
Dallas, Texas (WiredPRNews.com) — Although most employees do not enter into employment contracts with their employers, many corporate executives do work pursuant to written employment agreements. An employment agreement is an agreement between an employee and an employer that sets forth the terms and conditions of the employment.
Most employment contracts will contain terms related […]
