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Author: Matthew K. Fenton
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Protections Against Gender Discrimination for Firing Transgender Employee in Tampa
Fired or mistreated at work? Learn how transgender discrimination laws protect against wrongful termination and employment discrimination in the workplace.
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What Are Front-Pay Damages: Key Facts for Employees
What are front-pay damages? How are they calculated? Learn the factors that influence compensation & the role of employment lawyers in proving your case.
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Understanding Qui Tam Law and Whistleblower Protections
Fraud costs the states and the federal government billions of dollars. This is why qui tam law exists.
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OSHA Retaliation: What to Do If You’re Fired After Reporting OSHA Violations in Florida
Do you need to know more about false claims act retaliation? We discuss false claims act retaliation damages, provisions, statute of limitations, and more.
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Helpful Tips When Dealing with a Gender Pay Gap
The gender pay gap has been a contested workplace issue for decades. Companies that justify wage discrepancies between men and women often claim it relates directly to prior salaries — meaning women are paid less at a new job because they were paid less at a previous one. However, courts have ruled that using a
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False Claims Act Retaliation & Your Rights
Do you need to know more about false claims act retaliation? We discuss false claims act retaliation damages, provisions, statute of limitations, and more.
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Fired for Being Pregnant? 5 Situations When You Should Call an Employment Lawyer
Have you lost your job due to pregnancy, or are you wondering, can you fire a pregnant woman for just being pregnant? Laws exist to protect employees from such unfair treatment and employment discrimination. Wenzel Fenton Cabassa has been working tirelessly for over 30 years to advocate for women in these situations. Understanding your rights
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Can My Boss Take My Tips? The Laws of Tip Ownership
Employees in the Florida service industry strive to deliver outstanding customer service for many reasons. For some, the prospect of earning tips serves as a rewarding incentive for a job well done. For others, tips are essential for covering their basic living expenses, making excellent service not just a goal but a necessity. You may
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Can Your Employer Contact You While on Medical Leave? Know Your FMLA Rights in Florida
When you or a loved one faces a medical crisis, the last thing you want to worry about is your job security. That’s why the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”) provides job-protected leave for eligible employees, including those here in Florida. But what happens if your employer starts calling, texting, or emailing you
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What Makes a Strong Retaliation Case?
Many employment law cases involve workplace retaliation. These involve negative actions taken by employers or other company leaders against an employee who is engaged in a protected activity, such as: Whistleblowing Reporting company policy violations Filing for workers’ compensation Asking for the overtime pay they earned Talking about forming a union Participating in an investigation
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