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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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EEOC Complaints: 8 Tips to Help You Win Your Case
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) is a federal agency that enforces laws against certain workplace discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Before you can sue the employer in court, the EEOC must investigate certain claims. Navigating the EEOC’s process can be complex. This blog provides a few tips to help you better prepare and present your…
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4 Types of Workplace Discrimination You Need to Know
Workplace discrimination is illegal, but that doesn’t mean it never happens. In fact, it happens more often than you may realize, and you may have experienced discrimination without realizing it. That is why it is crucial to understand the different types of workplace discrimination. Victims of workplace discrimination can experience added stress and anxiety –…
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Filing An EEOC Complaint: What to Expect & How Employment Lawyers Can Help
Have you experienced discrimination, retaliation, or harassment at work? Are you considering filing an EEOC complaint? Before you do, it’s important to understand the EEOC process and what to expect. At Wenzel Fenton Cabassa, P.A., we understand the difficulties employees face when confronting workplace discrimination. To help alleviate some of your concerns, we have answered…
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6 Workplace Laws Your Employer Could Be Violating
No matter what industry you work in or what your job status is, you have rights. But too often, employees don’t know what these rights are, and, more importantly, they don’t recognize it when their employer violates these rights. You shouldn’t assume the employer is well-versed in labor laws or take what they say at…
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When Can You Sue for Wrongful Termination in Florida?
Florida employees have legal protections against wrongful termination. Since Florida is an “at-will” state, meaning employers can fire you for any reason (that is not against the law) — it can be confusing to know when you can sue for wrongful termination. Do you need an attorney? Getting the basic information about what classifies as…
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COBRA Insurance: How Does It Work In Florida?
Florida employees that receive group health benefits through their employer may have the option to continue coverage after employment ends with Florida COBRA insurance. The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) was passed by Congress in 1985, going into effect the following year. The act enables workers and their families to continue their health benefits…
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The EEOC Claim Process: How Long Does It Take?
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is a neutral third party that investigates employee claims of discrimination in the workplace. Anyone can file a complaint with the EEOC if they believe they’ve been discriminated against by their employer, or if they believe their employer has acted out of retaliation. However, not every claim will make…
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