- Fraud
- AssaultIf a manager or coworker made or threatened inappropriate physical contact, or violent physical contact, you may have an assault or battery claim;
- Restraining OrderYes. The employer may first send a cease and desist letter, but it may also file suit against the employee to prevent the employee from violating the non-compete agreement and working for a competitor. The first step in the litigation process is a Temporary Restraining Order, or TRO. An employer can file a TRO against the employee to immediately stop the employee from working and earning a living. A TRO may be entered against an employee and the first notice the employee may have is being served with the lawsuit.
- Workers CompensationEmployers who terminate employees soon after the employee files a workers compensation claim gives rise to certain presumptions that the employer may have terminated the employee because the employee filed the workers compensation claim.
- Wrongful TerminationWhen someone is terminated from employment, they immediately wonder if they may have been “wrongfully terminated”. To assess if an employee may have been “wrongfully terminated”, the starting point to analyze a case begins with the Texas legal concept known as “employment at will”. If you have questions or think you have a case, then contact a San Antonio wrongful termination lawyer at the Law Office of Jeffrey A. Goldberg today.
- Employment DiscriminationTexas Labor Code Chapter 21 (Chapter 21), Title VII of the Civil Rights Act (Title VII), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protect individuals from retaliation. An employer may not fire, demote, harass or otherwise retaliate against an individual for submitting a complaint of discrimination, participating in a discrimination proceeding or otherwise opposing discrimination. The law applies to private employers with 15 or more employees, and to all state and local governmental entities no matter how many employees they have.
- Employment ContractEmployment contracts in Texas are very rare because employers do not want to guarantee employment for a fixed period of time. In Texas, the employer/employee relationship is governed by the “at-will” doctrine. This simply means that the employer and employee are free to terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason.
- Employment LitigationJeffrey A. Goldberg has successfully represented employees and executives in complex labor and employment matters, including employment litigation. Jeffrey A. Goldberg is board certified in employment law for executives and employees. Our services have helped workers involved with discrimination, wrongful termination, harassment, overtime/wage issues, and other workplace disputes.
- Non-compete AgreementA non-compete agreement is an agreement between the employer and employee that prevents the employee from working for a competitor during, and after, employment ends. The amount of time a departing employee is restricted from competing could be as little as months, but may also be for years. If an employee signs a non-compete agreement, it will have serious consequences on future employment and the ability to earn a living. This is just one reason why you should consult with an experienced San Antonio non-compete agreements lawyer.
- Severance AgreementA severance package provides compensation and payment to a departing employee. In exchange for paying the employee something of value, the employee would be required to execute a comprehensive release of any and all legal claims. The severance package, and the accompanying release, were drafted by the company lawyer, or law firm hired by the company. You have a right to have your San Antonio severance package attorney will help you review the terms and conditions of the document to ensure you understand the documents, as well as the respective obligations and responsibilities between the employer and employee.
- Sexual HarassmentSexual harassment includes, comments of a sexual nature, sexual innuendos, lewd or sexist remarks, and sexual jokes, which create an unpleasant employment atmosphere and perpetuates the impression that gender relegates you to a lower status and position.
- Disability DiscriminationTexas Labor Code Chapter 21 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibit employers from discriminating against applicants or employees with disabilities in job application, procedures, conditions and privileges of employment. A qualified individual under Chapter 21 and ADA meets one or more of these requirements...
- Tax LawTexas Workforce Commission: The Texas Workforce Commission is a state agency that provides workforce development services and provides unemployment benefits to eligible individuals. For employers, TWC offers recruiting, retention, training and retraining, and outplacement services, as well as valuable information on labor and unemployment tax law, tax saving programs and labor market planning. For job seekers, TWC offers career development information, job search resources, training programs, and administers the unemployment benefits program. TWC also administers the Texas Payday Law, Texas Child Labor Law and Child Care Services. TWC works with 28 Local Workforce Development Boards to provide employment assistance and promote self-sufficiency for customers. The boards oversee the delivery of child care services, employment and training programs for welfare recipients, as well as planning employment services in their area’s Texas Workforce Centers.