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Don’t Sabotage Your Case Before It’s Even Started
Avoid these top five employment claim mistakes.
At Jackson Spencer Law, we’ve seen strong employment cases crumble and weak ones flourish. The difference? Avoiding these five critical mistakes that can sink your claim before it even starts.
Mistake No. 1: Confusing “unfair” with “illegal”
Your boss is a nightmare. They play favorites, make unreasonable demands, and create a toxic atmosphere. Here’s the hard truth: being a terrible manager isn’t illegal.
Here’s some manager traits that won’t win your case:
- General jerk behavior
- Workplace nepotism
- Disagreeing with your political views
What will win your
case? Discrimination based on your protected class status (race, gender, age, disability, etc.) with concrete evidence and measurable damages.
Read on for the next four critical errors … but don’t worry, once you know to look for them, you can also avoid them to make your claim even stronger.
If you suspect that you are being treated unfairly at your job, or if you are facing discrimination or harassment, the lawyers of Jackson Spencer Law have decades of experience advocating for employees with such claims against their employers.
To arrange a consultation with one of our attorneys, call us at
(800) 596–5074 or fill out our contact form.
Jennifer Spencer, Neal Bridges Named Among Top U.S. Attorneys
Jackson Spencer Law is proud to announce that firm founder Jennifer J. Spencer and Jackson Spencer Law partner M. Neal Bridges have earned repeat recognition in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers in America, one of the most respected legal industry guides in the country.
Jennifer was honored for her work in a range of employment areas, while Neal earned distinction in labor and employment litigation through the companion guide, Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America, which highlights standout early and mid-career attorneys.
Additionally, Jennifer was named to the 2025 edition of Texas Super Lawyers as one of the state's leading employment attorneys.
Meet Ones to Watch Honoree, Neal Bridges
From legal thrillers to State Fair dreams, Jackson Spencer Law partner Neal Bridges discusses his practice and what you can find him cooking up when he’s not advocating for his clients.
Do you have a personal philosophy that guides your legal practice?
First and foremost, empathy. For many individuals, their employment isn’t simply a contract between an employer and an employee; it’s about their livelihoods and their identities.
How do you recharge after a particularly trying case? It’s nice to focus on a project that requires a different kind of creativity than what I use for work, so I like to make my own homemade jerky and salsa. I don’t know if I’m ready to submit those recipes to the State Fair just yet, but my friends and family seem to like them!
Got a favorite legal movie or TV show?
The Devil’s Advocate with Keanu Reeves is the winner – it’s a good (albeit extreme) reminder of why we practice law in the first place: to help those who need it. For something lighter, My Cousin Vinny is a close runner-up.
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
Truth detection! What lawyer wouldn’t want that as a superpower?
Our Clients Are More Than Just a Number
Recent Five-Star Reviews
"Jackson Spencer Law ... exceeded my expectations. From the moment I contacted the firm, they were compassionate, understanding, and most importantly, they listened. They communicated with me every step of the way, ensuring I understood the process and had clear expectations. The professionalism at Jackson Spencer Law was unmatched."
Catrina N. White
"Day 1 I actually spoke with a human. Day 2 had my [engagement agreement] ... From that point forward my random questions were always answered by actual people answering the phone. The process was detailed and intricate. There was not one stone left unturned in the details. Neal Bridges is the BEST!!"
Rebecca D’Agostino
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You can also reach our attorneys at the email addresses below:
Jennifer Spencer | jspencer@jacksonspencerlaw.com
James Hunnicutt | jhunnicutt@jacksonspencerlaw.com
Neal Bridges | nbridges@jacksonspencerlaw.com
Ron Woessner | rwoessner@jacksonspencerlaw.com
Mark Murphy | mmurphy@jacksonspencerlaw.com
