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Overtime and Tips: How Do Florida Overtime Laws Work?
Tipped workers are an essential part of the service and hospitality industries. These workers include servers, bartenders, bussers, and baristas. These jobs keep these workers busy, often requiring them to work overtime. The question becomes: are tipped workers eligible for overtime pay? The answer is yes, but the rules differ from employees who don’t receive…
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Fired During the Pandemic Without Warning? Why You May NOT Have a Case
The pandemic has been incredibly challenging for employers and employees alike. Employers have needed to make tough decisions, and many workers have lost their jobs. Were you fired during the pandemic without warning? Employees have many rights in the workplace, but due to the extraordinary circumstances of the pandemic, you may not have a case…
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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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Discrimination Cases: 4 Ways an Employment Law Attorney Can Help
Discrimination cases are an effective means to hold employers accountable for violations of employment law. There are key legal actions that can be taken to stop unlawful behavior and provide employees who have been discriminated against remedies which may include compensatory damages, reinstatement to their position if they have been fired, and back pay, among…
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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?
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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Independent Contractors in Florida: Understanding Your Workplace Rights
Independent contractors in Florida can fulfill multiple needs for employers. They may help during peak business times, provide short-term help for special events or promotions, or even serve a primary ongoing role for a particular type of service. Understanding the difference between an employee vs. independent contractor is important to ensure workplace rights are upheld.…
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Florida Work From Home Laws: What Employment Laws Apply to Remote Workers?
With more employers allowing teleworking since the pandemic, having the proper information about Florida work-from-home laws has become important for an ever-growing segment of the workforce. Many individuals wonder what employment laws apply to remote workers, from technology and finance professionals to business administration and academia. Even if you work from home, you still have…
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Filing a Lawsuit Against an Employer: 5 Steps to Protect Your Workplace Rights
If you are considering filing a lawsuit against an employer, know you are entitled to certain protections under federal and state law. They are strong, comprehensive, and written to safeguard employee rights against powerful businesses across multiple industries. When employers violate employment laws, there are steps that you can take to support your claim and…
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At-will Employment and Wrongful Termination – Florida Employee Guide
Employees often have questions about at-will employment in Florida, such as: “Can you be fired for no reason in Florida?” “Is Florida an at-will employment state?”, or “Can you sue for being fired in an at-will state?” If you’ve recently lost your job due to no fault of your own, it is important to understand…
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