Privately-owned businesses may often operate under a different set of regulations than their public counterparts. In Houston, there are many companies that can exercise their discretions a little more freely than others, including whom they employ. When it comes to...
Month: May 2014
Alleged gender discrimination at Texas college sparks lawsuit
The passing of Title IX did much to advance women in the workplace and other areas. There are still widespread issues for Texas women and others around the country when it comes to gender equality. There are several things a company can do in order to avoid claims of...
Suit: Company lacked follow-through on contract with Texas man
For many people who develop a product, being picked up by a distributor is a dream come true. Business owners in Texas often contract with larger companies that have the ability to market and sell their products, which can take some of the pressure off the owner....
Texas-based realtor engaged in two-year business litigation
The free marketplace exists to allow companies to thrive. Many Houston businesses benefit from the ability to grow and expand as they see fit. However, there are some regulations that determine how businesses will run and interact with each other. For example, two...
Texas equal-pay advocates fight for more time to file suits
Despite advances in equality between men and women, there are still some discrepancies. Many women in Texas and throughout the country still face wage and hour disputes, believing they are not paid the same as their male counterparts. A proposed act to extend the...