Kalandra Wheeler is a Board Certified Austin employment lawyer.
In the world of office politics and endless Zoom calls, raising concerns can be intimidating. But sometimes, doing the right thing means stepping forward—especially when the law is on your side.
So, When Does Speaking Up Become Legally Protected?Whistleblowing: What It Really MeansWhistleblowing is the act…
Austin Employment Trial Lawyer Rachel Bethel
Being part of a mass layoff can be a devastating, shocking experience.
Employees often have questions. “Was this legal?” “Am I getting paid at all?” “Is there any recourse for me?”
This blog outlines some key rights and considerations that workers should be aware of when facing a mass…
Austin Employment Trial Lawyer Thomas Brockland
When you work, what you get paid is usually the most important thing. What many people miss is that it’s just as important to consider how you get paid.
Generally, every Texan who works does so as one of two types of worker: employee or independent contractor. You might…
Houston Employment Trial Lawyer Madeline Garza
Every odd-numbered year, the Texas Legislature meets to pass a two-year state budget and laws in a 140-day session that starts in January. Outside of the regular legislative session, the governor can call for a special session, that can last for up to 30 days outside of the regular…
Austin Employment Trial Lawyer Rachel Bethel
In today’s polarized times, more and more employees are wondering whether there is such a thing as discrimination based on political beliefs. The short answer is: it depends.
The law around whether “political affiliation discrimination” in the workplace is even “a thing” varies. Factors include whether you work in…
Remember, You Hired a Lawyer for a Reason
Kalandra Wheeler is a Board Certified Austin employment lawyer.
Hiring an attorney and then ignoring their legal advice is a bit like calling a mechanic, asking what’s wrong with your car, and then driving off a cliff because you had a better idea. Spoiler alert: it doesn’t…
Austin/Houston Employment Trial Lawyer Areyana Gilbert
Early on in representation, it is important to lay out the principles of the attorney-client relationship. One of the most important principles in representation is transparency.
That’s right—be transparent with your attorney. After all, you’ve hired him or her to handle your employment law matter and it is imperative…
Austin/Houston Employment Trial Lawyer Rachel Bethel
One key legal claim in Texas is called a “Sabine Pilot” claim. This doctrine protects employees from retaliatory terminations for refusing to engage in illegal activities. Let’s take a closer look at the rights employees have under Sabine Pilot.
What is a Sabine Pilot Claim?
The Sabine Pilot claim…
Austin/Houston Employment Trial Lawyer Madeline Garza
One of the cornerstones of administrative law in the United States is the Administrative Procedure Act (APA). The APA is a critical piece of legislation that helps regulate the process through which federal agencies create and enforce rules and regulations.The APA plays an important role in a president’s executive…
Austin/Houston Employment Trial Lawyer Areyana Johnson
Arbitration agreements in the employment law context are very common. Arbitration is a form of alternative dispute resolution. Arbitration agreements in the employment law context are significant because they establish a framework for resolving disputes between employers and employees outside of the courtroom. These agreements typically require both parties…
