This blog dives into general concepts of the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (“USERRA”).
USERRA is creature of federal law which provides protection to employees in the military. In general, USERRA provides a guaranteed place of employment upon returning from military leave, which includes service or training.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), first enacted in 1990, represents a landmark in civil rights legislation, aimed at prohibiting discrimination against individuals with disabilities in various areas of public life, including employment, public accommodations, transportation, and telecommunications. Its overarching goal is to ensure that people with disabilities have
Amended Sexual Harassment Laws in Texas
Prior to 2021, sexual harassment claims against employers in Texas were quite limited. Newly enacted laws in 2021 expanded protections for employees asserting sexual harassment claims. Almost all employers may now face liability for these types of claims, including employers with only one
On May 31, 2024, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”) Final Walkaround Rule went into effect. Initially published on April 1, 2024, the new rule amends 29 C.F.R. 1903.8(c). This rule sets forth the guidelines on who is permitted to be present for an OSHA inspection.
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Yes, it’s true. You have a duty to engage in the interactive process after submitting an accommodation request to your employer. The inquiry does not end after submission of your request. This blog will dive deeper into what is required by the employee during the interactive process.
Interactive Process
In light of the recently released Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidance on harassment, Texas employers should think rethink how to design and make modifications to the workplace. With the protection of employees at the forefront, this new guidance outlines over 70 examples of unlawful harassment. It also encompasses
