Is it legal to change an incentive program in middle of the earning period?

Is it legal to change an incentive program in middle of the earning period?

Husband moved for a job promotion with an understanding that he would have great potential to earn big bonuses under the incentive plan he has had with his company. They are paid bonuses based on performance quarterly. After 2 months into the first quarter, he has been told that they are now putting a cap on the amount of money his position can earn. Therefore taking away from the money he has already earned in the first two months. That is not what he signed into when he took the position. Is this legal?

Asked on February 29, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Texas

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