Serving Businesses and Executives Throughout Texas
Compensation is one of the most important issues for workers and for employers. Issues of salary, hourly compensation and overtime pay are some of the most heavily litigated issues in all of law. At Kerr, Hendershot & Cannon, P.C., we defend employers who are accused of violating the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) by not paying overtime or minimum wage. We also educate our business clients on important issues, including the fact that an employee who is salaried may still be entitled to overtime pay in some circumstances.
To arrange a consultation to discuss your company's relationship with employees, call 866-398-1856/888-654-7305 or contact our law firm online. We serve clients throughout Harris County, Fort Bend County, Corpus Christi and Galveston County
Stop a Problem Before It Starts
It is always wise for a business owner to think ahead. Our Houston employment law attorneys frequently advise clients who have questions about the status of an employee, even before it becomes an issue. The FLSA contains many exemptions and exclusions, which do not require an employer to pay overtime to certain types of workers. Some examples of exempt or excluded employees are:
- Many agricultural workers
- Outside sales workers
- Movie theatre employees
- Those who supervise, manage and have the power to hire and fire
- Workers covered by other federal labor laws, including some truck drivers and railroad workers
The exemptions and exclusions are highly technical in nature, and you should speak with our experienced lawyers before reaching any conclusions on the status of your employees.
Executive Compensation and Severance Packages
Our firm represents both employers and executives during the negotiation of compensation packages and severance agreements. We are available to draft and review these agreements to make sure our clients' interests are protected. We consider these agreements from all angles and make sure that they include appropriate items, such as stock options, salary and bonus structures, and acceptable compensation for general releases of claims.
Contact Our Houston and Fort Bend County Employment Law Attorneys
Whether you are an executive wishing to negotiate a contract or a business owner with questions about employee classification, we can help. To schedule a consultation with our experienced Texas employment law attorneys, call 866-398-1856/888-654-7305 or contact our Houston law firm online.
