Treaty Oak Employers’ Law Blog

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!

Receiving notice from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) that a charge of discrimination has been filed against your business can be incredibly scary. What does it mean? Did you (or your employees) really do something wrong? How are you supposed to react to

President Trump wasted no time signing a series of executive orders (EOs) during his first week back in office. For context, an executive order is a presidential directive that holds the force of law and is typically based on existing statutory authority.  Unlike legislation, EOs do not require Congressional approval

Benefits notifications are essential for keeping employees informed about their rights, coverage options, and key changes to their plans. Plus, they’re required. Staying compliant with federal and state regulations is crucial not only to fostering trust and transparency with employees, but also to avoid penalties.  The start of a new

In a move that surprised absolutely no one, a federal judge in Texas has blocked the Biden administration’s rule that would have expanded overtime pay to millions of salaried workers. Many are saying this brings much-needed clarity and regulatory relief, enabling businesses to thrive and contribute to a robust economy.

So, our marketing team was all geared up to publish an article called “NLRB’s GC Doubles Down on Position against Non-Compete Provision.” Because their General Counsel recently issued a memorandum outlining how to protect employees – and punish employers – for non-compete provisions that violate the NLRA. But then Trump

Dear Business Owner, You know a thriving workforce is essential to the success of your business. What you might not realize is how much your employees’ engagement in the democratic process can impact your company’s well-being. Why do we say that? What benefits can you gain from your workforce voting?

So, Noncompetes Aren’t Banned? Here are the big takeaways for employers: While the rule is blocked, you can still enforce valid non-compete agreements You don’t have to send notices to current and former employees who have noncompete clauses Already sent notices? Get legal advice regarding how and if you can

Background: The FTC’s New Rule and the Difference in Texas The FTC proposed a rule to limit non-compete agreements nationwide back in April. As a model, they used California’s incredibly stringent non-compete restrictions.  How stringent? California employers face fines of $2,500 for each violation related to non-competes. This applies whether