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Lunch & Learn: Employment Law Update - What Employers Need to Know

Lunch & Learn: Employment Law Update - What Employers Need to Know

Wednesday, November 18, 2026 (11:30 AM - 1:00 PM) (CST)

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Lunch & Learn: Employment Law Update - What Employers Need to Know

Presented by our partners at the EGBI Business Accelerator, this workshop is will inform you on how to stay compliant with employment law. From wage and hour laws, to workplace policies and unemployment claims, the legal landscape continues to change and evolve—you don’t want to be caught off guard.

Join us for an insightful session with Mario Hernandez, Senior Legal Counsel with the Office of the Commissioner Representing Employers at the Texas Workforce Commission. Mario will walk us through key updates that all Texas employers should be aware of, with practical tips you can implement right away.

Key Takeaways:

  • Updates on federal and state wage and hour laws.
  • The importance of creating or updating a workplace policy handbook.
  • Guidance on navigating unemployment insurance claims and appeals.
  • Resources available through the Texas Workforce Commission.

This Lunch & Learn is ideal for small business owners, HR professionals, and nonprofit leaders who want to stay ahead of legal responsibilities in the workplace.

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Austin, TX 78723 United States
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Wednesday, November 18, 2026 (11:30 AM - 1:00 PM) (CST)
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