Vaught Firm - Dallas, TX
The Vaught Firm, LLC is a leading Dallas employment law practice led by veteran trial attorney Allen Vaught. Focusing on unpaid overtime wages, tip theft, retaliation, and Fair Labor Standards Act claims, the firm champions worker rights across Texas with free case evaluations and contingency-fee representation.
Protecting Worker Wages and Employment Rights in Dallas, Texas
When employers withhold earned wages or breach federal labor standards, workers need a tested advocate. The Vaught Firm, LLC, located on Pacific Avenue in downtown Dallas, provides formidable representation to workers statewide. Founded by attorney Allen Vaught-a decorated combat veteran, Purple Heart recipient, former Texas State Representative, and trial lawyer with over 28 years of experience-the practice focuses on vindicating worker rights. Whether addressing corporate payroll violations or facing retaliatory action, clients seeking to hire an employment lawyer find dedicated advocacy at The Vaught Firm.
Unpaid Overtime and Fair Labor Standards Act Enforcement
Federal law requires that non-exempt employees receive overtime pay at one and one-half times their regular rate for hours worked beyond forty in a workweek. Because Texas lacks a state overtime law, workers rely on the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). As aggressive wage and hour lawyers, The Vaught Firm challenges employer schemes designed to bypass payroll laws. Core wage recovery areas include:
- Off-the-Clock Work: Recovering back pay for unrecorded pre-shift preparation, post-shift duties, and remote messaging.
- Exemption Misclassification: Challenging bogus executive or administrative exemptions used to deny overtime pay.
- Independent Contractor Abuse: Overturning misclassified 1099 statuses that strip workers of statutory protections.
- Regular Rate Errors: Correcting overtime pay rates that improperly omit non-discretionary bonuses and commissions.
- Unpaid Last Paychecks: Compelling employers to release final pay under Chapter 61 of the Texas Labor Code.
Protecting Tipped Workers from Wage and Tip Theft
Hospitality staff are frequently subjected to unlawful payroll deductions and tip skimming. Under the FLSA, managers and supervisors are strictly barred from participating in tip pools or keeping any part of worker tips. The Vaught Firm holds employers accountable when tips are improperly withheld or docked for uniforms, register shortages, and walkouts. Successful claimants can recover all unlawfully retained tips, lost tip credits, and equal liquidated damages.
Whistleblower Retaliation and Wrongful Termination
Employees must never face retaliatory discharge for exercising their rights or reporting unlawful employer practices. Serving as trusted wrongful termination lawyers and workplace discrimination lawyers, the firm defends employees penalized for wage complaints or blowing the whistle. Attorney Vaught provides aggressive counsel under FLSA anti-retaliation rules and the Texas Nurse Whistleblower Statute to secure back pay and reinstatement.
Proven Courtroom Advocacy and Contingency Fee Representation
Recognized as a Super Lawyer in employment and labor law since 2012, Allen Vaught brings a distinguished record of trial and appellate successes. The firm operates on a contingency fee model, meaning workers pay no upfront legal fees unless compensation is won. When you need to find an employment lawyer in Dallas who will tirelessly fight for every dollar you earned, contact The Vaught Firm, LLC for a free consultation.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the heart of the Downtown Dallas Central Business District, directly across from the peaceful Pacific Plaza Park.
Building Location
This is a 20-story commercial office tower known as Pacific Place. It is located directly adjacent to the Hotel Indigo and the historic Majestic Theatre.
Parking Details
Convenient covered parking is available for visitors at the Elm Street Parking Garage next door, which is directly connected to the building via a sky bridge.
Public Transit
Served by Dallas Area Rapid Transit Route Red Line (Northbound); nearest stop is at Saint Paul.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the main lobby of Pacific Place via Pacific Avenue or Elm Street. Note that visitors should use the Elm Street entrance, proceed to the elevators, and take the elevator up to the 9th floor. The office is located in Suite 9150.