Category: Workplace Discrimination

  • 8 Things Your Boss Can’t Legally Do

    8 Things Your Boss Can’t Legally Do

    As a general rule, you have to listen to your boss. You may disagree with business decisions or management directives, but you have limited options unless they are unlawful or impinge on protected employee rights. But there are things your boss can’t legally do — they are not above the law. Workers across Florida and…

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  • Religious Accommodations in the Workplace

    Religious Accommodations in the Workplace

    Employees have a right to religious accommodations in the workplace under federal law. Understanding your religious rights at work is key to knowing whether you may be facing religious discrimination. It is not uncommon for employers to refuse religious accommodations in the workplace. If this has happened to you, or if you have been disparately…

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  • Returning to Work: Dealing with Discrimination After Maternity Leave

    Returning to Work: Dealing with Discrimination After Maternity Leave

    The birth of a baby is a celebratory occasion. But unfortunately, when it is time for mothers to return to work, discrimination after maternity leave is a harsh reality for many Florida workers. Maternity leave discrimination negatively affects the lives and careers of mothers throughout Florida — and it is against the law. If you…

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  • Sexual Orientation Discrimination in the Workplace & The Impact on LGBTQ Employees

    Sexual Orientation Discrimination in the Workplace & The Impact on LGBTQ Employees

    Sexual orientation discrimination in the workplace has been occurring for decades, affecting the careers and lives of LGBTQ employees in many ways. Even as society is changing and advancing its views on equality for all people, LGBTQ discrimination persists. What Is Sexual Orientation Discrimination in the Workplace? Sexual orientation in the workplace refers to an…

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  • Can I Sue My Employer for Discrimination? Filing A Discrimination Claim In Florida

    Can I Sue My Employer for Discrimination? Filing A Discrimination Claim In Florida

    Employment discrimination negatively affects the careers and lives of many Florida workers every year. But employment law can be quite complex. Difficulties often occur in the workplace, but that does not necessarily mean what happened was illegal. The basic answer to, “Can I sue my employer for discrimination?” is YES. But it is necessary to…

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  • What is Considered Sexual Harassment in the Workplace?

    What is Considered Sexual Harassment in the Workplace?

    No employee should ever have to endure sexual harassment. But if you believe it may have happened to you, it is critical to understand what is considered sexual harassment in the workplace, your employee rights, and what you can do to stop it. What is Sexual Harassment in the Workplace? According to the Equal Employment…

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  • Short-Term Disability vs. Sick Leave: What’s the Difference?

    Short-Term Disability vs. Sick Leave: What’s the Difference?

    When the unexpected happens, such as an illness or injury, employees need to understand their options in taking time off work. Knowing the difference between short-term disability vs. sick leave will give you the information you need about your employee rights and help you make the right decision for your situation. About Short-Term Disability and.…

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  • What is Considered FMLA Harassment?

    What is Considered FMLA Harassment?

    The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) protects workers across the country. Unfortunately, not all employers abide by it. Do you know what is considered FMLA harassment? There are multiple ways that a bullying employer can harass an employee. If you believe you are dealing with FMLA harassment, an employment law attorney can help. FMLA…

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  • Disability Discrimination in the Workplace: Your Rights Under Florida Law

    Disability Discrimination in the Workplace: Your Rights Under Florida Law

    Employees are protected against disability discrimination in the workplace under Florida disability laws. Workers have the right to be treated equally and fairly, and employers should be held accountable for violating the law. Do you know your workplace rights? WHAT IS DISABILITY DISCRIMINATION IN THE WORKPLACE Disability discrimination occurs when people are treated differently at…

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  • FMLA Statute of Limitations: What You Need to Know

    FMLA Statute of Limitations: What You Need to Know

    The FMLA contains broad protections for workers across the United States. Although, there are FMLA statute of limitations that employees should be aware of if you have been subject to FMLA harassment or FMLA retaliation and are considering filing a complaint. FMLA Basics The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides qualified workers 12 weeks of…

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