Employees have a reasonable right to privacy and safety in the workplace, and employers have a responsibility to protect these rights. However, as OSHA integrates AI tools into its inspection processes, concerns about privacy and transparency abound. To navigate the potential legal ramifications this could cause your business, it is essential to hire a Texas...
In a significant legal development, a federal court in Texas has issued a nationwide injunction halting the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). This decision has sparked widespread discussion among business owners and legal professionals, as the CTA’s reporting requirements have been a topic of concern since its inception. Here, our business and commercial...
Trademark infringement litigation often carries significant financial and reputational stakes for businesses. The ability to recover attorneys’ fees can provide a powerful incentive for pursuing or defending such claims. However, under the Lanham Act, courts can only award attorneys’ fees to the prevailing party when the case is deemed “exceptional.” A recent ruling by the...
Texas employers, especially nonsubscribers to the state’s traditional workers’ compensation system, should be aware of OSHA’s recent memorandum detailing requirements for reporting musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs). This clarification defines what constitutes medical treatment beyond first aid for MSIs and establishes criteria for OSHA recordability, with specific guidelines on certain treatments. Compliance is critical to avoiding OSHA...
Federal labor laws require most US employers to pay employees time and a half for every hour they work over 40 hours in a week. However, there are some exceptions to the general rule, and one is for employees who are subject to the Motor Carrier Act (MCA). The MCA applies to commercial transport that...
The implementation of a more sustainable approach to building that assists builders and purchasers of construction materials in identifying products with lower carbon levels is underway. The EPA’s new Label Program will strive to make buying cleaner products a more straightforward task. This program should help federal and local government entities streamline the process of...
Noncompete agreements have come under fire recently as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) sought to ban the use of noncompete agreements in many instances. As the FTC’s actions faced a lawsuit and legal battle, a Texas judge blocked the ruling by issuing a nationwide injunction. However, employers must still remain aware of the ongoing status...
A recent lawsuit against Amazon sheds light on a potential new avenue for holding the online giant accountable for defective products. The United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas determined Amazon can be held responsible for injuries caused by faulty products sold on its platform, even if Amazon was not the direct...
Any Texas business can find itself defending against a costly personal injury case. While it is up to a plaintiff to prove that a business acted negligently, resulting in their injuries, a solid defense is necessary to prevent paying substantial settlements or judgments. One of the best approaches is establishing a business strategy crafted by...
Many businesses use video surveillance in and around their properties. People generally tend to remain more honest when they believe their actions will be filmed. Video surveillance also records incidental things that happen which can make it useful for sorting out the sequence of events in premises liability claims. Businesses may elect to erase footage...
