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Employment Claim in Texas

Under the Texas Commission on Human Rights Act, the maximum compensatory and punitive damages recoverable in an employment discrimination claim is $300,000. This cap, set by Texas Labor Code Section 21.051, applies to employers with more than a certain number of employees, as the statute defines which employers are subject to the cap. The law also establishes a tiered framework for awards, with the $300,000 limit representing the highest tier. The exact calculation of damages depends on the specific facts of the case, including the type of harm alleged. The official source provides the complete statutory language and any exceptions. To estimate a potential recovery, the DocketMath calculator applies these rules to your situation.

Governing authority

In Texas, the employment claim rule is set by Tex. Lab. Code Ann. § 21.051. The verified packet cites Tex. Lab. Code Ann. § 21.051 (https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/LA/htm/LA.21.htm).

Texas employment claim: the verified value is $300,000 under Tex. Lab. Code Ann. § 21.051. The verified packet cites Tex. Lab. Code Ann. § 21.051 (https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/LA/htm/LA.21.htm).

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This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.