Handling employment disputes can be challenging, but mediation offers an excellent alternative to going to court. The legal rules for employment mediation in Florida are straightforward, providing a set yet flexible way to resolve disputes. Understanding mediation...
Imagine spending years building your business from the ground up. You invested time, money and countless sleepless nights into making it successful. Now, picture one of your key employees leaving to join the competitor. He takes all the knowledge and skills he gained...
Florida has some unique regulations that can surprise employers. Knowing these lesser-known laws is crucial to staying compliant and avoiding legal issues. Here are some surprising employment laws in Florida that every employer should know: Guns at Work In Florida,...
Employers face numerous challenges in today's complex workplace environment, and managing employee leave is only one of them. The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a law that aims to protect employees, but it often presents a labyrinth of compliance issues for...
You can have various responsibilities as an employer based on your company’s size and operations. Most of the time, you could be left to make significant decisions involving the business or your employees, such as when implementing disciplinary actions if they commit...
Wage disputes can create tension and conflict within a workplace. These disputes often arise from disagreements over pay, overtime, bonuses, or deductions. When unresolved, they can lead to decreased employee morale and productivity. Finding an effective way to...
Intermittent FMLA allows eligible employees to take leave in small bits of time, instead of all at once. While this can be beneficial to employees juggling medical treatments or caring for family members, it can be difficult for employers to manage. Having a clear...
When a Florida company decides to terminate an employee, offering a severance package can sometimes lead to disputes. Severance packages are meant to provide financial assistance during the employee's transition period of unemployment. However, disagreements can arise...
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently signed legislation that will allow minors in the state to work longer hours starting July 1. This law overrides existing regulations created in 1986 in response to child labor violations. House Bill 49, which passed along mostly...
An employee handbook can make it easier for your Florida business to reduce its liability in multiple scenarios. For instance, it could be used to justify a termination or a decision in a sexual harassment case. Of course, there are several variables to consider when...
