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Takeaways from TWC’s 2025 Employers’ Conference: Business Policies

Hello again! This is our fourth post in a series covering the 2025 TWC Conference for Employers. These seminars will take place across Texas over the next several months, offering valuable information on the types of compliance issues the Texas Workforce Commission plans to focus on. We’ve said this before,

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Handling Unannounced Government Visits: A Guide for Employers

Recent changes in government leadership have heightened employers’ concerns about potential visits from government enforcement agencies. For those unfamiliar with handling such visits, preparation is key. Here’s how employers can respond effectively: 1. Make a Prevention Plan with Employment Counsel Audit and correct employee files (e.g., I-9s, payroll), organize them

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Safeguarding Your Workplace

Safeguarding Your Workplace: A Guide to Employer Investigations At Treaty Oak Legal, we understand the importance of maintaining a safe and compliant work environment for your employees. One crucial tool in achieving this goal is the effective use of workplace investigations. This webpage explores the legal requirements and strategic benefits

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An Employer Cannot Accommodate A Hateful Religion

Promoting Diversity and Respect: Why Religious Accommodation Matters in Your Workplace In today’s competitive business landscape, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace is no longer just a social good, and it’s a wise business decision. A workforce that reflects the communities you serve can bring fresh perspectives and fuel innovation.

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Healthcare and Harassment

By Brian Levy Sexual Harassment and Discrimination: An Ongoing Challenge In today’s society, the distressing persistence of sexual harassment and discrimination within the healthcare sector—a field dedicated to the well-being and care of others—seems ridiculous. A troubling study from 2017 revealed that over 80% of nearly 900 surveyed physical therapists,

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Employers Must Provide Reasonable Accommodations to Workers with Medical Conditions

Employers have an obligation to provide reasonable accommodations for an employee’s medical condition in the workplace. According to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and various state laws, employers must seek to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals who need to adjust their work

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Spring is the Time to Draft or Update Your Employee Handbook

Spring is the season of renewal, and employers should prepare for this time of growth by addressing their employee handbook. Regardless of your industry, business size, or the number of individuals you employ, now is the time to create a new employee handbook or update the one you have. This

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