Tanner & Associates PC - Fort Worth, TX

Championing Worker Rights and Labor Law in Fort Worth, Texas

When workplace injustice, illegal discrimination, or unfair labor practices threaten your career and livelihood, you need an experienced advocate in your corner. Tanner and Associates PC is an esteemed employment law and labor litigation boutique based in Fort Worth. Founded in 1999 by managing shareholder Rod Tanner, a nationally recognized attorney board certified in labor and employment law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, the firm has built a stellar reputation over more than two decades. The practice aggressively represents employees, labor organizations, and whistleblowers throughout North Texas and across the United States in state and federal courts.

Workplace Discrimination and Unlawful Harassment

Every employee is entitled to work in an environment free from prejudice and unlawful mistreatment. Tanner and Associates PC represents workers confronting violations under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act. Practice areas include:

• Race, color, and national origin discrimination in hiring, promotions, and compensation.
• Gender and sex discrimination, including unequal pay and pregnancy discrimination.
• Hostile work environments and workplace sexual harassment claims.
• Disability discrimination and failure of employers to provide reasonable accommodations under the ADA.
• Religious discrimination and denial of workplace religious accommodations.
• Retaliation claims when employees face termination or demotion after reporting unlawful conduct.

Wage and Hour Violations, Overtime Claims, and FLSA Litigation

Employers frequently misclassify workers or fail to pay lawful compensation. Tanner and Associates PC advocates for employees in individual wage disputes as well as complex class and collective actions under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The firm handles:

• Unpaid overtime wages for non-exempt hourly and salaried workers.
• Misclassification of employees as exempt managers or independent contractors.
• Off-the-clock work violations, mandatory unpaid preparation time, and improper wage deductions.
• Class actions seeking back pay, liquidated damages, and attorney fees for affected worker groups.

Labor Union Representation and Collective Bargaining

The firm has deep roots in traditional labor law, providing comprehensive legal counsel to labor unions and employee associations. Tanner and Associates PC represents labor organizations before the National Labor Relations Board, in collective bargaining negotiations, grievance arbitrations, duty of fair representation matters, and union governance issues under the National Labor Relations Act.

Whistleblower Protection and Employment Contracts

Employees who report corporate wrongdoing, health and safety hazards, or regulatory non-compliance deserve robust legal protection. The firm defends whistleblowers facing wrongful termination, retaliatory demotion, or blacklisting. Additionally, the practice advises executives and professionals on employment agreements, non-compete covenants, severance packages, and trade secret disputes.

Why Choose Tanner and Associates PC

When you hire a lawyer to take on powerful corporate employers or national companies, credentials and courtroom trial experience matter. Managing attorney Rod Tanner is a fellow of the prestigious College of Labor and Employment Lawyers, listed among The Best Lawyers in America, and honored as a Texas Super Lawyer for decades. The firm brings rigorous trial preparation, deep knowledge of labor regulations, and fearless advocacy to every case.

Find an Attorney: Start with the Case Intake Questionnaire

If you are facing wrongful termination, wage theft, or employment discrimination, or need a lawyer urgently for a looming statutory deadline, take action promptly. To initiate a case review with Tanner and Associates PC, potential clients complete an intake questionnaire to determine whether a consultation is appropriate. Contact the Fort Worth office today to learn more about protecting your legal rights in the workplace.