There are dozens of ways an employer-employee relationship can go wrong. Although most employers do everything they can to foster a good working relationship with employees, sometimes employers probably think that some type of litigation is inevitable in certain...
Planned communities all over Texas have obligations that involve maintenance, repair and other operations that require that property owners pay their assessments and fees in a timely manner. When owners refuse or are unable to pay over a period of time, the...
Texas recently passed two new laws that will provide more protection for employees asserting sexual harassment claims under the state’s labor code. These employment law measures take effect on Sept. 1 and will make significant changes by increasing the statute of...
In general, homeowner’s associations may regulate many concerns that impact shared amenities and private portions of a neighborhood. One of the intended benefits of a homeowner’s association (HOA) is to keep property values high. It is helpful to know what homeowner’s...
Property Owners Associations, or POAs, are an important of Houston’s economic life. Whether they are involved in a residential neighborhood or with a commercial complex, they play an important role in maintaining properties and the surrounding areas. Not surprisingly,...
In Texas and across the United States, the landscape is changing rapidly in how employees are treated on the job. Granted greater freedom to express themselves without fear of having it impact their employment, this is generally beneficial. Also, the increase in...
Employers need to be familiar with the different types of workplace discrimination claims so they can ensure they steer clear of workplace discrimination and any claims that go along with it. Employers can better protect themselves from claims of workplace...
It is against the law to discriminate against an applicant or employee in the workplace based on his or her religious beliefs. This includes discrimination against people who practice traditional, organized religions and people who have sincerely held religious,...
Deed restrictions are part of a bundle of legal obligations and entitlements that usually go along with home ownership in community interest developments. Deed restrictions place limits on what the homeowner can or cannot do to their home, and can be added on by the...
Texas is known for its adherence to the principles of personal responsibility and individuality without overwhelming government intervention. While this is undoubtedly a positive and it is beneficial for people to feel the freedom to be who they are without fear of...