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Executive leaders: Are you protected if your company is acquired? Golden parachute agreements can provide critical financial security during major corporate changes — but only if they’re structured correctly. Find out what should be included and how to avoid costly negotiation mistakes in our latest blog post.

Golden Parachute Negotiations: What Executives in Houston Need to Know Houston executives face unique challenges during mergers and acquisitions. Our employment attorneys at Shellist Lazarz Slobin have extensive experience negotiating golden parachute agreements that protect C-suite leaders' financial interests. Learn what every executive should know about golden parac...

Every employee enters a job expecting their employment contract to serve as a foundation of trust between them and their employer. Contracts outline essential terms such as compensation, job responsibilities, benefits, and termination conditions, creating clarity for everyone involved. But what happens when an employer does not uphold their end of the bargain? For employees and employers in Texas, understanding the state’s breach of contract laws is crucial for resolving disputes effectively and legally. In this month’s blog, we will break down the key aspects of Texas breach of contract laws, focusing on employment agreements, common breach scenarios, legal remedies, and proactive ways to address and prevent disputes.

What Happens When Employers Fail to Honor Employment Agreements Learn about Texas breach of contract laws for employment agreements, common disputes, legal remedies, and how employers and employees can protect their rights.

Sexual harassment is a pervasive issue in workplaces worldwide, impacting countless individuals' mental and emotional well-being. While many victims find the courage to speak up, the fear of retaliation or further victimization often deters them from coming forward. This post explores the complexities of pursuing sexual harassment claims with an emphasis on maintaining anonymity. We will tackle questions like whether it is possible to file an anonymous lawsuit and how much of the process can be kept confidential. If you are navigating the harrowing path of a workplace sexual harassment claim, this guide aims to illuminate your options.

Navigating the Shadows: Anonymity in Sexual Harassment Claims Explore how to maintain anonymity in workplace sexual harassment claims, including legal options and protections, while navigating this challenging path.

Shellist Lazarz Slobin attorneys Todd Slobin and Dorian Vandenberg-Rodes represented a Texas Southern University’s former law school dean in federal court this week in a case against her ex- employer for wrongful termination in which she was stripped of her position and tenure without cause. Read the full article here:

Former Texas Southern University law school dean sues school over loss of tenure Joan R. M. Bullock has accused the university of breaching her contract and retaliating...

On March 10, 2022, Paul Harris and Taneska Jones of Shellist Lazarz Slobin LLP obtained a $150,000 jury verdict for Lorett Cuadra in a retaliation case against Declaration Title Company. Read more about the case on the blog.
https://www.eeoc.net/blog/2022/march/jury-verdict-victory-in-retaliation-case/

Many companies force employees to take their sexual harassment and assault claims through arbitration. Congress passed legislation to stop that practice.

https://www.eeoc.net/blog/2022/february/-metoo-bill-ends-forced-arbitration-in-sexual-ha/

Shellist Lazarz Slobin joins more than sixty other Houston law offices in supporting the Houston Bar Association’s 2021 Gender Fairness Commitment Statement. Visit our blog to learn more about this effort to achieve measurable gender parity in the Houston legal community.

Houston Law Offices Commit to Gender Parity Shellist Lazarz Slobin joins more than sixty other Houston law offices in supporting the Houston Bar Association’s 2021 Gender Fairness Commitment Statement. Visit our blog to learn more about this effort to achieve measurable gender parity in the Houston legal community.

Celebrity chef Mario Batali and his company will pay $600,000 to at least 20 former employees to settle claims of sexual harassment. Read our blog to learn more.
https://www.eeoc.net/blog/2021/july/mario-batali-sexual-harassment-investigation-end/

When it comes to employees and contractors, there are key differences that impact their rights. Learn more about a recent Department of Labor announcement affecting independent contractor status.

DOL Withdraws Independent Contractor Final Rule When it comes to employees and contractors, there are key differences that impact their rights. Learn more about a recent Department of Labor announcement affecting independent contractor status.

SLS would like to congratulate Melinda Arbuckle on becoming a Partner with the firm. Melinda has become a key player on SLS's FLSA docket and she has added a tremendous amount of value to the firm both personally and professionally. We are very excited about this announcement. Cheers to Melinda!!!

Did you know that March 24 is Equal Pay Day? It is a symbolic day dedicated to raising awareness of the gender pay gap. In the United States, this date symbolizes how far into the year the average women must work in order to earn what the average man earns in the previous year regardless of experience or job type. Visit our blog to learn more: https://www.eeoc.net/blog/2021/march/how-is-equal-pay-day-calculated-/