Category: Workplace Discrimination

  • What If My Boss Makes Racist Jokes or Comments?

    What If My Boss Makes Racist Jokes or Comments?

    Racist jokes or comments from a supervisor aren’t just uncomfortable; those comments can create a hostile work environment and may violate federal and Florida anti-discrimination laws. When the person making these comments is your boss, the power imbalance makes the situation even more serious. Many employees worry about speaking up, fear retaliation, or wonder whether

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  • Federal guidance updated to reflect increased protections for pregnant employees

    Federal guidance updated to reflect increased protections for pregnant employees

    Pregnancy discrimination continues to be a major workplace issue, but recent updates from the U.S. Supreme Court and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) have strengthened protections for pregnant employees. If you are pregnant and working in Florida, it is important to understand your rights under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA). The Young v. UPS

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  • Pregnancy Discrimination: What You Have to Prove

    Pregnancy Discrimination: What You Have to Prove

    If you’re pregnant (maybe even due in the next few weeks) and your employer is cutting your hours, pushing you onto unpaid leave, or treating you differently after you shared your news, take a breath. You’re not alone, and you have rights. Across Tampa, St. Petersburg, Orlando, and greater Florida, pregnancy discrimination still happens: being

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  • Pregnancy Discrimination in Florida: What the Supreme Court’s Decision Means for You (2025)

    Pregnancy Discrimination in Florida: What the Supreme Court’s Decision Means for You (2025)

    If you’re pregnant or just had a baby and work suddenly feels hostile or unsafe, you are not alone. Many women in Tampa, St. Petersburg, and across Florida face pregnancy discrimination in Florida when they’re denied simple help like lifting limits, breaks, or time to pump. This guide explains your rights in plain English and

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  • Can You Be Fired for Being Gay in Florida?

    Can You Be Fired for Being Gay in Florida?

    Can you be fired for being gay in Florida? How "at-will" employment works, and your legal rights under federal and state anti-discrimination laws.

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  • Protections Against Gender Discrimination for Firing Transgender Employee in Tampa

    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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  • Helpful Tips When Dealing with a Gender Pay Gap

    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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  • Fired for Being Pregnant? 5 Situations When You Should Call an Employment Lawyer

    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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  • What to Ask for in a Discrimination Settlement

    What to Ask for in a Discrimination Settlement

    Civil rights laws developed throughout the late 20th century have significantly transformed American society. Discriminatory practices, once common, are now broadly condemned, empowering victims to initiate lawsuits against employers. Congress facilitated this shift by allowing private enforcement of civil rights, which included seeking compensation for discrimination. Many of these cases settle before they ever reach

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  • Race Discrimination Lawsuit: Do I Have A Case?

    Race Discrimination Lawsuit: Do I Have A Case?

    Race discrimination in the workplace is a serious issue that can impact not only an employee’s career but their mental health, overall well-being, and their finances. If you believe you’ve been subjected to unfair treatment based on your race, you might wonder whether you have a case for legal action. This blog explores what race

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