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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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What Does “Meets FCRA Requirements” Mean?
The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) is a powerful law designed to protect your rights as a consumer. Although it’s well-known for regulating credit reporting, the FCRA safeguards your job applicant and employee rights. It ensures that information collected and reported about you is accurate, allows you to challenge errors, and prevents unfair treatment in…
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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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Bias in Tech: Understanding Discrimination and Your Rights
The tech industry is often portrayed as a space for innovators and forward thinkers. However, beneath this progressive image lies a persistent and troubling reality: bias in tech continues to hinder equal opportunities for many professionals. Discrimination against specific demographics remains prevalent, leading to disadvantages such as being overlooked for leadership roles, pay disparities, and…
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How to Prove Sexual Harassment
How to Prove Sexual Harassment Unfortunately, sexual harassment in the workplace is an all too common occurrence, with as many as 38% of all women and 14% of all men reporting such experiences. Thankfully, there are protections in place that one can turn to, including filing a claim, but how do you prove sexual harassment…
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What Is a Class Action Lawsuit?
When a business or individual causes harm to many people, it often makes sense for those affected to pursue a class action lawsuit. In this type of case, one or more individuals (referred to as “lead plaintiffs” or “named plaintiffs”) file a lawsuit on behalf of a larger group of people with similar claims. Any…
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How to Become a Whistleblower
The adage, “See something, say something,” is incredibly relevant when it comes to holding employers and other workers accountable for their behavior. If you discover that the company you work for or some of your fellow team members are conducting unethical or illegal deeds, you may feel compelled to take action. Reporting the behavior will…
Recent Posts
- False Claims Act Retaliation & Your Rights
- Fired for Being Pregnant? 5 Situations When You Should Call an Employment Lawyer
- Can My Boss Take My Tips? The Laws of Tip Ownership
- What Does “Meets FCRA Requirements” Mean?
- Can Your Employer Contact You While on Medical Leave? Know Your FMLA Rights in Florida
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