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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Navigating the legal landscape of employment rights can be a complex and daunting task. If you have been mistreated by your boss, direct supervisor, or company, you may feel like you have no recourse. You might consider it, but can you sue your employer in Florida? Under certain circumstances, you may be able to take…
No one wants to hear, “You’re fired.” Those words can instantly change your financial outlook. If you are like most people, you probably rely on a regular paycheck to pay your bills and enjoy life. You may have savings, but those savings can disappear in a relatively short time if you are not earning an…
If you have been a victim of workplace discrimination, you may have grounds to file a lawsuit against your employer. Workers are protected by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), which enforces laws that ensure fair treatment in the workplace. However, filing a discrimination lawsuit can be tricky. You need an attorney with experience in…
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