People all across Florida seek employment and stay at a job primarily for the paycheck they expect to receive. Of course many people enjoy their work and feel fulfilled by it, but the fact of the matter is that having a job is something that people need for financial...
Workplace disputes can prove to be quite contentious. It can be very difficult, if not impossible, for employees and employers to be on the same page and see eye-to-eye. In these situations, people may assume that the only course of action that can be taken to resolve...
Ignoring sexual harassment claims can prove to be a big mistake for employers across Florida and nationwide. According to federal harassment laws, employers are required to take reasonable steps to prevent workplace harassment and make sure employees understand their...
No business is immune to potential employment disputes. Complications and arguments can arise in any professional relationship, and they can significantly impact a company's reputation and an employee's life. There is typically a lot at stake when an employer and...
We have often discussed different types of discrimination and harassment in this blog. In some cases, this behavior is quite overt and there is no question in a victim's mind that he or she has been mistreated. Mistreatment could involve offensive comments, an offer...
Employers in Florida are expected to clearly establish wage guidelines for all employees and pay workers in a timely manner. They are also expected to define whether an employee is exempt or nonexempt, which is a status based on a worker's job duties, pay and whether...
Since the Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA) was adopted in 1978, there have many questions over exactly what constitutes employment discrimination against pregnant women. District courts around the country have defined the protections afforded to pregnant workers by...
When an employee believes his/her workplace is hostile, the employee's productivity may suffer. A hostile work environment may also make an employee feel scared, abused, threatened or offended, and he or she may be able to file a harassment claim against...
Employees play one of the most crucial roles in business and are essentially the lifeblood of all businesses, big and small. Being able to effectively manage those employees is not only critical to your business' growth and success but prudent to effective management...
Hiring employees for a business is something that just about every employer must do to support their company. The process of seeking, interviewing and hiring the best candidates can be extensive, and employers often take a wide range of factors into consideration...
