The Employers' Lawyers' Blog
The Treaty Oak Blog is often authored by Natalie Lynch, founding attorney and resident “voice of reason” when it comes to Texas employment law. She keeps it practical, candid, and refreshingly jargon-free. We would be remiss not to mention that the business and legal communities of Texas, Colorado, and Wyoming constantly inspire us to keep learning. Our incredible clients also always give us a platform to share the lessons we’ve learned.
An Ex-Employee with Unfounded Grievances Can Result in Costly Legal Landmines for You
We see you, Texas employers. You’re navigating the daily tightrope walk of keeping your business afloat in this… unique economic climate, all while trying to decipher the ever-shifting sands of employment law. But let’s be honest: sometimes the biggest curveballs don’t come from the alphabet soup of government agencies, but
Takeaways from TWC’s 2025 Employers’ Conference: Workers’ Comp Issues
Welcome to the third post in our series covering information from the TWC’s Conference for Employers seminar series. As the sole private attorney at these events so far, Natalie has been able to gather a significant amount of information on the types of compliance issues the TWC plans to focus
Let Us Be Your Shield in the Agency Storm
Dear Valued Clients, If you’re an employer feeling like you’re dodging bureaucratic bullets while juggling HR nightmares, you’re not alone. The current administration has turned federal agencies into a circus – and not the fun kind with popcorn! But fear not – Treaty Oak Legal is your no-nonsense guide through
Takeaways from TWC’s 2025 Employers’ Conference: Title VII and Investigation Issues
A few weeks ago, we told you how our founder, Natalie, is the sole private attorney invited to present at some of the TWC’s Conference for Employers series this year. These seminars, which are being held across the state over the next several months, detail the various business compliance issues
Global Trade & the FCPA: What’s Keeping You Up at Night (And What Should Be)
Wait, tariffs and international trade are an employment issue? Yeppers. Just when you thought you were starting to master HR and operations, the wild world of international trade and anti-corruption laws comes knocking. Don’t worry, we’re here to break it down (with a healthy dose of sarcasm) so you can
Takeaways from TWC’s 2025 Employers’ Conference: Wage Issues
You probably know that Treaty Oak is a trusted resource for lots of local employers (after all, if you’re reading this you’re probably one of them!). But did you know that even the Texas Workforce Commission trusts us to guide the state’s employers? This year, our founder Natalie was the
Treaty Oak Employers’ Law Group Expresses Support for Employee Amidst Family Emergency
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Treaty Oak Employers’ Law Group Expresses Support for Employee Amidst Family Emergency Austin, Texas – April 11, 2025 – Treaty Oak Employers’ Law Group, a leading employer’s law firm, today announced its full support for valued employee Dr. Lindsey Lee, Senior Investigator and Executive Coach, as her husband, Colonel
How Employers Can Navigate Labor and Employment Changes in Trump’s Second Term
We’re just three months into President Trump’s second term, and already significant shifts in labor and employment policy are underway. Case-in-point? The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) are being reshaped under new leadership, signaling a return to employer-friendly regulations. While a number of
When Difficult Becomes Ungovernable: Navigating Challenging Employee Situations
In today’s workplace, open communication and dialogue are essential. However, there are instances where an employee’s behavior crosses the line from merely difficult to actively disruptive and detrimental to the organization. As employers, it’s crucial to understand when robust dialogue is no longer productive and decisive action may be necessary.
Which Federal Labor Laws Is Your Business Actually Required to Follow?
The last thing that any business wants is to run afoul of federal labor laws. Doing so can result in severe consequences, including fines, legal costs, back pay owed to employees, employee lawsuits, reputational damage, and sometimes even criminal prosecution. However, not every federal labor law applies to every business.
Accidentally Overpaid an Employee? You CAN Get That Money Back… Sometimes… But It’s Complicated
Hey there, fellow employers! This is our “DON’T TRY THIS AT HOME” newsletter. Everyone knows the rule about not recouping or taking money back from employees, right? Ever accidentally overpaid an employee and wished you could just deduct it from their next paycheck? Seems simple enough. Well, hold your horses!
Still Using That Dusty Old Employee Handbook? (We Won’t Tell… But Your Employees Might)
We get it. You’re busy running your business. You’ve got deadlines, clients, and that coffee machine that’s been blinking ominously since Tuesday. Who has time to worry about employee handbooks, right? Well, here’s a newsflash: your employees do. Their lawyers do. The EEO does. The TWC does. Turns out, a