The Employers' Lawyers' Blog
Safeguard your company and your people – while maintaining compliance with the law. So you can get back to work.

2023-i-9-updates
Hi, I’m Brian Levy from Treaty Oak. Today, I would like to talk to you about I-9 forms. All US employers must complete Form I-9 for each individual they hire before the employee starts working. This applies to citizens and non-citizens alike, and both employers and employees must complete their

Client Profile: Texas Humane Legislation Network (THLN)
To commemorate our 10-year anniversary, we are launching a series to feature some of our most notable clients and their excellent work. Today we bring you an interview with Shelby Bobosky, Executive Director for Texas Humane Legislation Network. Here’s a little bit from Lindsey’s chat with Shelby. Can you tell

Why It’s Worth Offering Unpaid Time Off
Why It’s Worth Offering Unpaid Time Off Unpaid time off may not sound like much of an offer. After all, who wants the opportunity to not get paid? However, don’t underestimate its value to potential and current employees – and, subsequently, its importance to your company. Especially in the wake

Navigating Worker’s Comp, FMLA, ADA, and State Protections: Understanding Employee Rights In Your Workplace
As an employer, it’s crucial to clearly understand the various laws and regulations that govern the rights and protections of your employees. Several key laws come into play when it comes to supporting employees with physical and mental ailments or addressing work-related injuries. This article will explore the differences and
Courtside with Brian Severance Agreements
Introduction: Welcome to Treaty Oak Legal blog, where we provide valuable insights into employment law matters. Today, we address a critical concern employers face—being sued by an employee after providing a severance payment. As experienced employment law attorneys, we understand the importance of safeguarding your business through the implementation of

Retaliation Complaints by Employees
Introduction: Welcome to Treaty Oak Legal blog, where we provide valuable insights into employment law matters. Today, we address a pressing concern for employers—protecting themselves against retaliation complaints. As experienced employment law attorneys, we understand the importance of proactive measures in mitigating the risks associated with retaliation claims. I am

Courtside with Brian :: Final Pay
Welcome to Treaty Oak Legal blog, which provides valuable insights into employment law matters. In today’s article, we will address a commonly asked question from employers: “When do I have to pay an employee their final paycheck?” As experts in employment law, we aim to clarify this topic and help

Courtside with Brian Employment at Will
Introduction: Welcome to Treaty Oak blog, where we provide valuable insights into employment law matters. Today’s article addresses employers’ common question: “What does it mean to be an employment-at-will state in Texas?” As experts in employment law, we understand the importance of clarifying this concept and navigating the legal landscape

The EEOC Offers Guidance on Severance Pay in Exchange for Waiver
As we head into a long-anticipated economic downturn, news regarding layoffs at global organizations like Meta, Goldman Sachs, Google, Amazon, IBM, and Salesforce, and other companies that experienced rapid growth during the pandemic is becoming more common. While reductions in the workforce are an unfortunate result of this phase of

The High Costs Associated with Workplace Discrimination
The adverse effects caused by workplace discrimination carry a high price for both individuals and organizations. But these costs go far beyond those that are purely economic. Discrimination in the workplace hurts employees, employers, and the entire organization in multiple ways. Bias and intolerance cause social, physical, and psychological harm.

Do Employees Have the Right to Privacy in the Workplace?
Employers often ask, “Do my employees have a right to privacy in the workplace? The answer to this question is complicated because no federal law specifically addresses this issue. While some statutes offer employees a limited degree of protection, no comprehensive federal law provides employees with a broad right to

Celebrating 10 Years of Phenomenal Client Partnerships: Can you tell us who Texas Health Action is
Celebrating 10 Years of Phenomenal Client Partnerships To commemorate our 10 year anniversary, we are launching a series this year to feature some of our most amazing clients and the excellent work they’re doing. Today we bring you an interview with Christopher Hamilton, Chief Executive Officer of Texas Health Action.