The future of work is here today. Continual evolvement of technology and artificial intelligence (AI) has already begun to displace workers around the globe. While waves of employees aren't currently losing their jobs to robots, a clear shift has begun to occur....
‘Epic Systems,’ and the 3rd Circuit’s Ruling on Class Waivers
The Supreme Court recently made an epic decision regarding employee's rights. In a 5-4 ruling on May 21, the 3rd circuit found in favor of the employer in the case of Epic Systems Corp. v. Lewis. The decision supports employers' right to force employees to settle...
Are the Employment Contracts for NFL Cheerleaders Discriminatory? Setting a New Standard Begins Today
NFL cheerleaders are speaking out against workplace discrimination and gender bias, bringing to light a long-standing issue that has been kept in the dark due to contractual restrictions. The case that's breaking the silence is based on complaints from New Orleans...
Employers Reminded That Non-Compete Agreements Must Be Reasonable To Be Enforceable
Non-compete agreements are standard practice in many businesses, but they may not provide as much protection as you think. In Florida, these agreements are usually only enforceable if they are considered reasonable in terms of the time period and geographical location...
Supreme Court Denies Review to DirecTV in Joint-Employment Case: What This Means Nationwide
The U.S. Supreme Court has recently denied a request to weigh in on the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) joint employment case, DirecTV v. Hall. A Fourth Circuit ruling in January of 2017 found that satellite installation technicians, who were treated as independent...
Florida Lawmakers Move To Protect Immigrant Workers Form Unlawful Termination
Undocumented workers injured on the job find themselves in the difficult position of deciding whether to file for the compensation they deserve or suffer in silence. Workers who have obtained employment illegally must concern themselves with the threat of being...
How A Startup’s Legal Battle Could Redefine Tech Workers’ Rights
Contracts that prevent employees from working for competitors after terminating their current employment are commonly known as non-compete agreements. These agreements are common practice for many Florida businesses. They are designed to, among other things, protect...
The US Secretary Of Labor Has Had Enough: Confronting Visa Program Fraud and Abuse Nationwide
On October 9, 2017, U.S. Secretary of Labor Alexander Acosta issued a statement announcing the Trump administration's commitment to battling Federal visa program fraud and abuse. He has instructed the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) to vigorously enforce all laws under...
Understanding the Legality of Individual Arbitration Clauses in Employment Contracts
More employers have recently started adding individual arbitration clauses to their employment contracts. These clauses essentially state that employees who have a legal complaint against their employer cannot file a joint complaint with other employees who have had...
Reasonable Non-Compete Agreements and Enforceability in Florida
Florida is known for its very employer-friendly non-compete laws (also known as the restrictive covenant statute), but if you're an employer hoping to restrict workers from going to work for a competitor, you have to be very careful about any non-competes you attempt...
