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How to Dispute a Failed Background Check in Florida
Negative information on a background report or credit check can sink your opportunity to land your dream job. As a result, employers in Florida routinely request that job applicants consent to one or more screening reports, especially if the job involves a position of trust or access to sensitive information. When damaging information surfaces, the…
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Guide to Employment Attorneys Working on Contingency in Florida
Finding the right attorney may feel like a daunting task. It does not have to be. Are you looking for an employment attorney working on contingency? This guide will give you comprehensive information to help you decide your legal representation when dealing with an employee rights violation. Many people will use lawyers working on contingency…
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Guide to Protected Concerted Activities for Non-Union Employees
There are certain protected concerted activities for non-union employees under Florida and U.S. law. We discuss the NLRA, protected activities, and more.
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Employment Rights During a Hurricane in Florida
Are you interested in learning more about your employment rights during a hurricane and afterwards? This blog discusses some important legal protections.
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How to Find an Employment Lawyer
Are you stuck wondering how to find an employment lawyer? Don’t wait. We discuss what an employment attorney is and where to find one in the first place.
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Hospitality Law
Bartenders, servers & employees in the hospitality industry have rights under the Fair Labor & Standards Act (FLSA). Contact a Hospitality Attorney today.
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A Quick Guide to Florida Labor Laws
(Updated July 2023) Florida labor laws exist to ensure that employees get paid what they are legally owed and protect employees from illegal actions such as harassment. They are far-reaching and include state statutes and federal statutes such as the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). At Wenzel Fenton Cabassa, P.A., we are dedicated to fighting…
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Florida Labor Laws and Part-Time Employment
Florida part-time laws are in place to protect the employee rights of workers across many industries. Even if you are not a full-time employee – you still have rights. Understanding what is considered part-time in Florida and related Florida part-time laws is key to ensuring that you are paid a fair wage, and your employer…
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What Is a Right to Work State? Knowing Your Employee Rights.
What is a right-to-work state? This question is one of the most common regarding employee rights. Rightfully so. These laws cover millions of private-sector workers in multiple industries throughout the United States. From teachers to firefighters and electricians to pipefitters, and many more types of workers —if you live in a right-to-work state, you should…
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Exempt or Non-Exempt: What You Need to Know About the Misclassification of Non-Exempt Employees
Misclassification of non-exempt employees is a common problem in the workplace. Employers may either “inflate” your job title, make a mistake, or intentionally misclassify you, so they do not have to pay you overtime to save money on their bottom line. Fortunately, federal law protects employees against this practice. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)…
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