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Can You Use FMLA for IEP Meetings?
A parent’s top priority is taking care of their child’s needs. The Family & Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”) plays a vital role in this across multiple types of circumstances. Have you been wondering if you can use FMLA for IEP meetings? Wenzel Fenton Cabassa, P.A. cares for the well-being of children across Florida, and we
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How to File a Discrimination Case Against Your Employer
Have you been discriminated against at work? Employment lawyers work hard each day to fight for employees that have discrimination in the workplace cases against employers. There are specific processes and statutes of limitations on discrimination cases. Therefore, it is in an employee’s best legal interest to consult a workplace discrimination lawyer as soon as
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Know Your Employee Rights: U.S. Enacting New Overtime Pay Rule
Employees across Florida and the U.S. work hard for their paychecks. Often more than 40 hours per week. Are you getting the proper overtime pay? If not, you should consult an unpaid wages attorney. Do you know if you qualify for overtime pay? If you did not before, you might very well qualify for it
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3 Steps to Consider When Trying to Collect Unpaid Wages
Do you believe an employer has improperly withheld your wages? If so, you are not alone. Department of Labor statistics indicates thousands of people file unpaid wage claims each year. If you are in this situation, you are probably wondering what steps you can take to get the money you are owed. The following information
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Stopping Bad Robocalls Act: House Passes New TCPA Bill
Note: Our firm does not handle TCPA cases directly; we work with trusted attorneys who do. If you contact us about a TCPA matter, your case may be referred to another lawyer or law firm. Robocalls are on the rise. This isn’t merely speculation. Surveys and research indicate such calls are bothering consumers to perhaps
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Halloween in the Workplace: How to Protect Your Employee Rights
Halloween at work can be a tricky and difficult time. Employers will often throw parties to celebrate this festive, spooky time of year, thinking that it can help with morale and team building. But Halloween in the workplace is unique from other company events in that it can set the stage for sexual harassment and
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6 Reasons Why Your Employer Denied Your COBRA Insurance Coverage
The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) generally requires employers to allow terminated or laid-off employees to continue taking advantage of health benefits after termination at their own expense. However, there are instances when an employer might deny COBRA insurance coverage eligibility. Sometimes these reasons are legal, and sometimes not. You need to coordinate with
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What is a COBRA Election Notice?
When an employee loses a job, the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) requires employers to offer continued health benefits at your own expense. in most cases. Your employer is also required to provide you with a COBRA election notice in a timely manner. This document explains your entitlement to COBRA insurance and what steps
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Employment Law Cases: Why Destroying Evidence Could Destroy Your Case
Many pieces of evidence can potentially be relevant in employment law cases. If you are a plaintiff, one of your primary responsibilities is to make sure relevant pieces of evidence are preserved. You could substantially harm your chances of achieving the desired outcome if you destroy evidence, particularly if you destroy evidence that you think
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What are Your Sick Leave Rights in Florida?
At some point, we all get sick. It is inevitable. Unfortunately, missing work due to illness can prove to be difficult for some employees in Florida. In fact, some common concerns include being passed up for a raise or a promotion or losing their jobs. If you’ve been retaliated or discriminated against because of time
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