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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.

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/

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.