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What Are the Five Major Kinds of Employment Laws to Know?

Galo Law Firm
May 23, 2026
Employment Law

The five major kinds of employment laws cover wage-and-hour protections, anti-discrimination rights, workplace safety, leave entitlements, and workers’ compensation. If you work in San Antonio and something has gone wrong at your job, one or more of these laws likely apply to your situation….

Isn’t It Illegal to Not Hire Someone Because of Their Disability?

Galo Law Firm
May 9, 2026
Americans with Disabilities Act

Yes, in most cases, it is illegal for an employer to refuse to hire you because of a disability. Federal law prohibits this type of discrimination, and if you were turned down for a job in San Antonio and believe your disability was the…

What Is the 7-Minute Rule at Work?

Galo Law Firm
April 29, 2026
Wage & Hour Law

The 7-minute rule is a payroll practice that allows employers to round employee time punches to the nearest quarter hour, typically rounding down if the time is 1–7 minutes and rounding up if it is 8–14 minutes. The 7-minute rule is legal under federal…

Understand Your Rights Under a Severance Agreement in Texas

Galo Law Firm
April 27, 2026
Employment Contracts

A severance agreement is a legally binding contract between you and your employer that outlines compensation and conditions when your employment ends. A severance agreement can affect your pay, benefits, and legal rights. In Texas, you have the right to review, negotiate, and decline…

What Constitutes Wrongful Termination in U.S. Employment Law?

Galo Law Firm
April 25, 2026
Wrongful Termination

Wrongful termination occurs when an employer fires a worker for an illegal reason, such as discrimination, retaliation, or a violation of public policy. In Texas, most firings are technically lawful under at-will employment, but there are clear legal limits that employers cannot cross. If…

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