The rise of the independent contractor model has brought to light some significant concerns about liability, negligence, and the type of control and screening companies that operate on an independent contractor must adhere to.
Everyone would like to think of their organization as inclusive; offering chances to qualified applicants regardless of their race, ethnic background, physical
appearances or gender
Employers can be held liable for racial bias for specific actions that they take against applicants and employees. Through vicarious liability principles, they can also be held liable for the actions of their employees.
An Upjohn Warning is a disclosure to employees of a company that legal representation is not extended to individual employees but rather covers the company only.
Texas employers can be held liable for harassment that occurs in the workplace when it fails to establish a harassment complaint system or respond to reports of harassment.