Workers at Risk: Migrant and Immigrant Laborers

Much of Texas' culture, identity, and practical day-to-day life are shaped by its unique geographical circumstance. Sharing a border with Mexico that runs more than 1200 miles long, the Lone Star State is an inviting gateway for immigrants from Mexico and many other Central and South American nations. This has served to greatly enrich the state and its workforce, but because many workers who come to Texas seeking employment have a limited understanding of the language and employment laws, unscrupulous employers seek to take advantage of them.

If you suspect that an individual or business has engaged in unlawful employment practices, violating the rights of migrant or immigrant laborers then do not be afraid to speak up. Contact the Houston immigrant labor lawyers of the Ross Law Group at 713-482-6910. Let us help you to protect your rights.

You Should Know

Migrant and immigrant workers are often in a difficult position. Employers or supervisors may inappropriately threaten them or their friends and families with deportation, even when they have lawfully immigrated and maintain legal residency or citizenship. Because many of these workers are working to send money to support family living in another country, the potential loss of income bears a great deal of weight, since neither he or she, nor loved ones abroad, has much of a safety net available. Some basic things that foreign or immigrated workers should be aware of are:

• The Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act requires employers to pay employees for the work done, and to state in advance what the wage will be
• The MSPA also requires employees that provide housing and transportation to ensure that facilities and vehicles are up to safety standards
• Immigrant laborers must still be paid according to established guidelines of overtime pay, minimum wage, and other considerations

Contact Us

The Houston immigrant labor lawyers of the Ross Law Group are disgusted by the abuses that we have seen. Contact us at 713-482-6910 to begin taking the steps necessary to obtain back wages and penalties that you may be due.