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Do I Have a Case for Constructive Discharge?
Do you want to know how to prove constructive discharge? What is Constructive Discharge? People quit their jobs for a number of reasons. Often, life circumstances change, or the job just isn’t the right fit. In the case of constructive discharge, a work environment becomes so hostile and intolerable an individual is forced to quit.…
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Can You Be Fired for Medical Marijuana in the State of Florida?
Medical marijuana is legal in the State of Florida for people with certain medical conditions. But can you be fired for medical marijuana? About The Florida Medical Marijuana Bill The Florida medical marijuana bill signed by Governor Scott in 2017 allows residents of the state with “debilitating medical conditions” to use medical marijuana. It is…
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4 High-Profile Companies Dealing with Sexual Harassment at Work
Often, sexual harassment at work occurs not because companies don’t have policies that make it unlawful, but because these policies are not always enforced and/or there’s a lack of training to educate employees. The most effective way to curb sexual harassment in the workplace is to empower employees and make them aware that sexual harassment…
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Florida Non-Compete Agreements: What’s Legal and What’s Not
Have you been asked to sign a non-compete agreement in Florida? If so, it is important to be aware of the legal issues surrounding a non-compete agreement in Florida — and your rights. Dedicated professionals in employment law can advocate for your legal rights. But first, you need to know what’s legal and what’s not.…
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Top Sexual Harassment Reports & Cases of 2017
The awareness of the prevalence of sexual harassment rose to a much higher level in 2017 with national attention spotlighting entertainment, government, media and other industries across the country. Sexual harassment in the workplace is certainly not new but hopefully with the increased attention on the subject, and powerful people being held accountable for their…
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Top 8 Frequently Asked Questions About Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Any kind of sexual harassment is unacceptable. Sexual harassment in the workplace has gained an enormous amount of national attention over the last year, and individuals (and the employers of these individuals in many cases) are being held accountable for their actions. Do you know what constitutes sexual harassment? It is important to understand the…
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A History of Sexual Harassment Laws in the United States
(Updated June 2023) Sexual harassment in the workplace is not a recent issue, but for centuries there was no legal recourse for victims. Thankfully, employees are becoming more empowered to speak out and take action against their harassers. In the United States, the groundwork for establishing federal sexual harassment laws and eventually making sexual harassment…
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6 Ways to Respond to Discrimination in the Workplace
Some forms of discrimination in the workplace can be very subtle and not always easily detectable. It’s much less difficult to identify discrimination if it comes in the form of threats and intimidation. However, practices such as disparate forms of discipline, not providing reasonable accommodations, and glass ceilings are all forms of workplace discrimination. Fortunately,…
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Chef John Besh Creates Culture of Sexual Harassment at Work
Inappropriate conduct can be pervasive in some work environments. One has to look no further than the recent string of sexual harassment allegations against New Orleans chef and restaurateur John Besh and some of his male employees and managers. According to The Times-Picayune, during the past several years, the John Besh Restaurant Group fostered a…
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Bad Bosses: 4 Workplace Horror Stories You’ll Never Forget
Employment discrimination and harassment can be downright scary at times. From physical and verbal abuse to sexual harassment to disability discrimination, many cases of abuse can double as horror stories. Here are 4 frightening accounts of employee mistreatment at work. 1. Being in a Bad Mood Is No Excuse for Your Boss to Abuse You…
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