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Author: Matthew K. Fenton
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What Is A Non-Compete Agreement: An Employee’s Guide
Being offered a new job is a very exciting time. But it is important not to let that excitement you are feeling interfere with your judgment. It is not uncommon for employers to request that you sign a non-compete agreement as a condition of your employment. A non-compete agreement may also be presented to you…
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Returning to Work: Dealing with Discrimination After Maternity Leave
The birth of a baby is a celebratory occasion. But unfortunately, when it is time for mothers to return to work, discrimination after maternity leave is a harsh reality for many Florida workers. Maternity leave discrimination negatively affects the lives and careers of mothers throughout Florida — and it is against the law. If you…
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I Was Demoted Due to Employment Retaliation. Now What?
Employment retaliation can have severe consequences for workers across Florida. Employees may suffer financially, have their careers backtracked, and incur other negative after-effects. If you have been demoted due to activity that is protected under employment laws, that is illegal. You may have an employment retaliation claim against your employer, which would be filed with…
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Pregnancy Rights at Work: What You Need to Know
Pregnancy rights at work protect millions of women in the workforce every year in Florida and across the United States. There are powerful pregnancy laws in place to ensure the rights of women who are pregnant, have been pregnant, or may become pregnant. Do you believe you have been harassed or discriminated against in the…
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Overtime and Tips: How Do Florida Overtime Laws Work?
The qualifications and calculations for overtime in Florida can be confusing for many workers in the state, including overtime pay for tipped employees. The federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is a key employment law with detailed language to protect employees and guarantee payment of wages for all the hours an employee is rightfully due,…
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Fired During the Pandemic Without Warning? Why You May NOT Have a Case
The pandemic has been incredibly challenging for employers and employees alike. Employers have needed to make tough decisions, and many workers have lost their jobs. Were you fired during the pandemic without warning? Employees have many rights in the workplace, but due to the extraordinary circumstances of the pandemic, you may not have a case…
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Sexual Orientation Discrimination in the Workplace & The Impact on LGBTQ Employees
Sexual orientation discrimination in the workplace has been occurring for decades, affecting the careers and lives of LGBTQ employees in many ways. Even as society is changing and advancing its views on equality for all people, LGBTQ discrimination persists. What Is Sexual Orientation Discrimination in the Workplace? Sexual orientation in the workplace refers to an…
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Discrimination Cases: 4 Ways an Employment Law Attorney Can Help
Discrimination cases are an effective means to hold employers accountable for violations of employment law. There are key legal actions that can be taken to stop unlawful behavior and provide employees who have been discriminated against remedies which may include compensatory damages, reinstatement to their position if they have been fired, and back pay, among…
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Can I Sue My Employer for Discrimination? Filing A Discrimination Claim In Florida
Employment discrimination negatively affects the careers and lives of many Florida workers every year. But employment law can be quite complex. Difficulties often occur in the workplace, but that does not necessarily mean what happened was illegal. The basic answer to, “Can I sue my employer for discrimination?” is YES. But it is necessary to…
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What is Considered Sexual Harassment in the Workplace?
No employee should ever have to endure sexual harassment. But if you believe it may have happened to you, it is critical to understand what is considered sexual harassment in the workplace, your employee rights, and what you can do to stop it. What is Sexual Harassment in the Workplace? According to the Equal Employment…
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