Houston Employment Law Firm for Employees
Protecting Employee Rights in Harris County & Texas
At Spiliotis Law PLLC, we understand the challenges that employees face in today’s workplace. Employment law issues can disrupt your livelihood, reputation, and peace of mind. Many employees hesitate to bring claims against their employers out of fear of losing their jobs, damaging their careers, or being blocked in their industry.
Our Houston-based firm is committed to protecting employees' rights. We can provide the expertise of Attorney Nick Spiliotis, who is board-certified in this field by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
Book a free initial consultation with our Houston employee rights attorney by contacting us online or at (713) 609-1469.
Understanding Your Rights as an Employee
Texas employees are protected by state and federal employment laws, including, but not limited to, the following.
- Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, and religion.
- The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects individuals with disabilities from discrimination in the workplace and requires reasonable accommodations.
- Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) prohibits discrimination against employees and applicants aged 40 and older.
- The Equal Pay Act of 1963 requires equal pay for equal work regardless of sex.
- Texas Payday Law regulates how and when employees must be paid, including final paychecks and wage disputes.
- The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) sets minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and child labor standards.
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) grants eligible employees up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave for family and medical reasons.
- Texas Workers’ Compensation laws benefit employees injured on the job, although Texas allows private employers to opt out, leading to non-subscriber claims.
Unfortunately, many employees are unaware of their rights or unsure how to defend them. Employers may rely on this lack of information to avoid accountability.
How Spiliotis Law PLLC Helps Employees
Our firm represents employees in a wide range of workplace matters, including:
- Discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, religion, or other protected characteristics
- Sexual harassment and hostile work environment claims
- Wrongful termination and retaliation for reporting illegal conduct or exercising legal rights
- Wage and hour violations, including unpaid overtime and minimum wage disputes
- Employment contract reviews, including severance, non-compete, and confidentiality agreements
- Whistleblower protections for employees who report fraud or illegal activities
Our approach begins with listening to your goals, concerns, and ideal outcome. From there, we provide honest, direct guidance and an action plan tailored to your situation.
