What are my rights as an employee in Texas?
Texas employees have the right to receive fair and accurate wages for the work they perform. Federal law obligates employers to compensate employees according to minimum wage standards as mandated by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Who do I talk to about labor laws in Texas?
For more information about federal discrimination laws, you should contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and consult their legal resources.
What is the labor law in Texas?
About Texas Labor Laws Minimum wage: During 2020, the minimum wage in Texas is set at $7.25 per hour. Texas payday law: Texas requires employers to designate paydays that comply with state law. Employees who qualify as professional, administrative or executive under federal law must be paid at least once per month.
How do I report a labor law violation in Texas?
If you have questions or need assistance completing your wage claim, call the TWC Labor Law Section at 800-832-9243 or 512-475-2670.
What can you do if your employer doesn’t pay you in Texas?
If your employer has not paid you wages you are owed, you can file a wage claim with the Texas Employment Commission. There is an elaborate procedure of investigations and hearings described here. The form for filing a wage claim can be found here.
How long are you legally allowed to work without a break?
Breaks during the working day An employee has the right to an uninterrupted break of at least 20 minutes if they work more than 6 hours in a day. The employee has the right to take this break: away from their workstation (for example, away from their desk) at a time that’s not the very start or end of the working day.
What happens if my boss doesn’t pay me?
When an employer fails to pay an employee the applicable minimum wage or the agreed wage for all hours worked, the employee has a legal claim for damages against the employer. To recover the unpaid wages, the employee can either bring a lawsuit in court or file an administrative claim with the state’s labor department.