If an employee has been mistreated by a direct supervisor or other members of management, there may be grounds for a lawsuit. However, prior to filing a lawsuit, it may be worthwhile for parties to engage in mediation in an effort to resolve the issues. Doing so may...
As long as more than one person is involved, be it business, family, or friends, disputes are bound to happen. The key is how to resolve them in a way that is fair for all parties and keeps the relationships intact. That's where mediation in Florida comes in....
Mediation is an important legal tool that can help people or companies avoid the time and money costs of litigation. It is a structured process of resolving disputes that can often be better than going to a full courtroom process. Why mediate In mediation, a neutral...
Laws regarding employment and employment disputes have evolved dramatically in Florida. This is one of the fastest-growing areas in the current legal realm. For this reason, both sides of an employment dispute have a much better chance of resolving the issue without...
Sometimes, colleagues don’t always see eye to eye. While it’s fine for people to have their differences, it could affect the regular flow of work. Florida businesses can settle these disputes through mediation. What is mediation? Mediation is an alternative process of...
There are state and federal laws that require an employer to follow specific guidelines regarding minimum wages and overtime pay. It is crucial that as an employer, you maintain detailed records for all your employees, for at least three years, that include: Sick...
From the proliferation of the #MeToo movement and the spotlight on gender equality issue to advances in artificial intelligence, 2018 was an eventful year for employment law. Here's a look back at how these events shaped the current environment and some thoughts about...
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...
The massively popular fast-food restaurant chain McDonald's is facing serious sexual harassment allegations involving 10 employees spread across nine different cities. Backed by two national advocacy groups, the employees allege that they were groped and exposed to...
A recent decision by the U.S. Supreme court will have a major impact on the rights of private, non-union employees to move forward with class-action lawsuits. The case, which was decided in a 5-4 vote, concluded that the provisions of 1925 Federal Arbitration Act...
