Being a part of the workforce means that employees will be surrounded by different types of people. However, differences do not give anyone the right to pass judgment and make his or her co-workers uncomfortable. When such a situation arises, the victim has the right...
Employment Disputes
5 women claim gender discrimination after they were denied jobs
Most people may believe that the days of women not being able to hold the same positions as men is long in the past. Sadly, more than 50 years after the passing of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, discrimination against women because of gender still occurs in Texas and...
Former firefighter finds justice for her sexual harassment claim
All employees are expected to conduct themselves in professional manners, but that is not always the case. Texas workers deserve to work in comfortable environments without worrying about inappropriate or lewd comments. Many fear reporting this type of sexual...
Transgender man wins a settlement for his discrimination lawsuit
The first test case of a non-discrimination ordinance apparently failed when it was put to the test by a transgender man. The ordinance was put into effect in San Antonio, Texas. The plaintiff was a former worker for AT&T who alleges that the ordinance did not...
Worker claims his alleged wrongful discharge was based on his age
In this day and age, long term-employees are becoming increasingly rare. Those who do stay with a company for the long haul should be respected for their commitment. Some workers are not rewarded for their tenure and are instead thought to be too old to do their jobs...
Veteran claims his service dog was permissible under the ADA
Many brave men and women fight daily to keep our country free. When these veterans return, it can be difficult for them to assimilate back into the workforce. Some Texas veterans may require reasonable accommodations to accomplish the adjustment back to civilian life....
Woman claims she suffered harassment due to gender and race
Despite all of the federal and state employment laws in place, discrimination can still occur. Every day in Texas and elsewhere, employees are subjected to hostile work environments and fear retaliation or harassment for reporting illegal activities. A woman who...
Texas neurosurgeon accused of sexual harassment by female worker
A woman who worked for a clinic is claiming that she was forced to resign from her position due to a hostile work environment. The former administrator worked for a Texas neurosurgeon, and she is accusing him of sexual harassment. She claims that she endured being...
Woman asks $16 million for discrimination and harassment claims
It is expected that all workers are to be treated equally and with respect, regardless of their genders. Additionally, all qualified applicants should have the same shot at achieving promotions or increases in pay. Sadly, even today, unfair treatment is still...
6 women claim they were victims of workplace discrimination
Many people work hard to hold onto their jobs, especially during a time when layoffs are common. Based on company policies, there are many justifiable reasons that Texas workers may get fired. There are other reasons, however, that are against the law. That includes...