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Filing a Charge of Employment Discrimination

Galo Law Firm
June 29, 2026
Workplace Discrimination

To pursue most workplace discrimination claims in San Antonio, you must first file a charge with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or the Texas Workforce Commission, generally within 180 to 300 days of the discriminatory act. That filing is a required step…

Is Workplace Bullying Illegal?

Galo Law Firm
June 15, 2026
Workplace Discrimination

Workplace bullying is not illegal in Texas on its own, no matter how harsh or unfair it feels. Bullying crosses the legal line only when your boss or coworker mistreats you because of a characteristic the law specifically protects. Why Isn’t Bullying Itself…

How Long Will It Take for My Case to Go to Trial?

Galo Law Firm
June 4, 2026
Texas Employment Law

Most employment cases in San Antonio take about 1.5 to 3 years to reach trial after filing, although many settle before ever reaching court. The timeline varies based on how the case is initiated, whether it proceeds in state or federal court, and…

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…

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