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Wrongful Termination Checklist: 8 Examples of Wrongful Termination to Determine If You Have a Valid Claim
Do you have a valid wrongful termination case? Have you been fired from your job recently? Do you think it may have been illegal? This wrongful termination checklist will help you to determine if you have a valid claim — and let you know what to do next. If your employer fired you in violation…
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WENZEL FENTON CABASSA P.A. LITIGATES CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT AGAINST MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL, INC. FOR LOST COBRA COVERAGE
Our law firm is litigating a class action lawsuit against Marriott International, Inc. (“Marriott”), Vazquez v. Marriott International, Inc., Case No.: 8:17-cv-00116-MSS-MAP (M.D. Fla., Tampa Division), on behalf of our client, a former housekeeper employed by Marriott from November 1998 until her termination on October 3, 2016, and about 15,000 class members. By way of…
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When Should You Lawyer Up? Knowing When to Hire an Employment Lawyer
Do you need to lawyer up? When experiencing workplace retaliation or discrimination, knowing if you need an attorney is not always clear. That is why it is important to understand not only your employee rights but what an employment lawyer does and how they can assist you. Employee rights and the complexities of employment law…
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Former Wegmans Employee Fired over FMLA
Protecting Yourself from FMLA Retaliation A former Wegmans employee sued the grocer in July, claiming violations of harassment and retaliation by her supervisor for electing to use her protected right to Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave. The Family & Medical Leave Act was passed in the United States to protect workers’ rights to…
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6 Questions to Ask an Employment Lawyer
When you are searching for the right legal representation, it can be hard to decide who to chose. There are important questions to ask an employment lawyer that will guide you in selecting the best firm for your needs. What to Ask Before Hiring an Employment Lawyer Here are seven critical questions to ask an…
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6 Florida Employment Discrimination Laws You Need to Know
Florida employment discrimination laws cover millions of Florida workers. From hospitality to healthcare and retail to restaurants, and many industries in between, you have the right to work free from harassment and discrimination. The Florida Civil Rights Act protects a wide range of classes. Here are 6 specific areas protected by this comprehensive anti-discrimination law.…
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An Employee’s Guide to the FMLA Process
Understanding the complicated FMLA process is a vital part of taking care of you and your family’s needs. It is important to be prepared before taking FMLA. There are certain steps that you must follow to receive approval and safeguard your job. If you need to take time off work due to your own serious health…
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FMLA Retaliation: 6 Benefits of Hiring an Employment Lawyer to Represent Your Case
The Family & Medical Leave Act was passed to protect workers’ rights to leave under limited circumstances. Unfortunately, FMLA retaliation is fairly common across the United States. Often, employees are either unaware of their rights and fail to recognize the actions taken by their employer are illegal or fail to act out of fear. That’s…
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Can You Get Fired for Being Pregnant? An Action Plan for Women Who Have Been Fired for Being Pregnant in Florida
Unfortunately, discrimination happens in the workplace every day. Women who are fired due to pregnancy often have legal recourse — holding employers accountable for discrimination and wrongful termination. Do you know the steps you can take? Here is what you need to do if you’ve been fired due to pregnancy in Florida: Know the Pregnancy…
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It Happens to Men Too – Protect Yourself & Report Sexual Harassment at Work
The rise in attention around workplace sexual harassment has prompted a greater understanding of employee rights. Usually, the conversation is about men harassing women —but it happens to men too. With the #MeToo movement gaining momentum, women have felt more empowered to share their stories of sexual harassment and assault at the hands of some…
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