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Richard Alaniz

Richard D. Alaniz is senior partner at Alaniz and Schraeder, a national labor and employment firm based in Houston. He has been at the forefront of labor and employment law for over thirty years, including stints with the U.S. Department of Labor and the National Labor Relations Board. He is a prolific writer on labor and employment law and conducts frequent seminars to client companies and trade associations across the country. For more information, call Alaniz at 281-833-2200.
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The Roofing Workplace Under a Biden Administration

Employers will be dealing with a decidedly pro-union Biden administration that will make every effort to support a reinvigorated union movement and expand workplace laws.
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Richard Alaniz
January 22, 2021
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Employers will be dealing with a decidedly pro-union Biden administration that will make every effort to support a reinvigorated union movement and expand workplace laws.



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Dealing with Coronavirus Lawsuits and Workers’ Compensation

As long as coronavirus remains a serious threat to our health, lawsuits will be filed on behalf of those affected.
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Richard Alaniz
December 18, 2020
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COVID-19 cases continue to rise following record numbers of new cases reported over the past few months in California, Florida, Texas, and several other states. This recent dramatic increase in cases has caused a sluggish reopening of the economy in many parts of the country. 


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An Unsettled Workforce in the COVID-19 World

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Richard Alaniz
November 20, 2020
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Whether fears of being infected by COVID-19 at the workplace are rational or reasonable is irrelevant if it impacts employee performance.


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Age and Other Post-Pandemic Discrimination Claims

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Richard Alaniz
October 30, 2020
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Issues caused by the pandemic paired with the nation’s focus on racial and social injustice may increase discrimination claims for roofing contractors.
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Mental Health and the Roofing Workplace

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Richard Alaniz
September 18, 2020
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With 43.8 million people experiencing mental illness in a given year, it’s important to know what actions you can take as an employer.
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The Post-Pandemic Workplace

Richardalaniz
Richard Alaniz
August 14, 2020
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Knowing what may be around the corner when it comes to COVID-19-related work issues may help save employers some difficulties in the long run.
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Managing Post-Pandemic Workplace Fallout

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Richard Alaniz
July 17, 2020
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The full effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have yet to be felt, so employers must be ready for dealing with furloughed employees and reopening safely.
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Avoiding Employee Recall Issues

Avoiding Employee Recall Issues

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Richard Alaniz
June 19, 2020
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As the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic begin to settle, roofing contractors will need to know how to best handle recalling employees.
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Religion and the Roofing Workplace

As the construction workforce continues to diversify, employers must make reasonable accommodations for employees with certain religious practices.
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Richard Alaniz
May 8, 2020
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Employers today are still being confronted with issues related to their employees' religious beliefs.
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Understanding Employee Leave Laws

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Richard Alaniz
April 17, 2020
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Becoming familiar with employee leave laws will help keep your roofing company out of hot water when employees request a leave of absence.
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