Employment disputes can be complex issues. Fortunately, there is more than one way to resolve them. Understanding your options is essential to making the right choice and increasing your chances of a favorable result. Mediation Mediation offers a collaborative,...
Savvy business leaders likely know that mediation can help a business avoid expensive litigation. The mediation process generally costs less than a lawsuit and eliminates the uncertainty of a judicial outcome. This is because parties can design flexible solutions...
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...
Employers have the responsibility to create an inclusive working environment. When there are claims of sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) discrimination in the office, employers must act on it promptly. If they fail to do so, the company could get into...
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...
In any place of business, those in charge are responsible for ensuring a respectful and inclusive atmosphere. When an employee comes forward with claims of sexual discrimination, the employer must respond appropriately. The reactions of those in positions of power not...
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...
