Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Texas

At will employment law

I was told Texas is a ''at will'' state.

What exactly does this defenition mean in term of employment in the privat sector?


Asked on 7/03/07, 8:19 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Charles Williamson Charles J. Williamson, Attorney At Law

Re: At will employment law

Essentially, it means that an employer can terminate a person's employment, "at will," unless there is an employment contract in force. It also means that a person can quit work, "at will."

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Answered on 7/03/07, 8:40 am
Johm Smith tom's

Re: At will employment law

Mr. Williamson is correct. You and your employer are free to change the status quo, unless an improper motivation can be proven.

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Answered on 7/03/07, 9:45 am


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