One of the first things that employers provide to new employees is a copy of the company’s policies. These are standard rules that should apply to everyone in the workforce. Taking a closer look at the policies might help you determine if these are a source of...
It is possible that an employer could misclassify workers accidentally or intentionally. They may indicate that they want to work with a freelancer but start overstepping the boundaries and working with them as if they’re an employee. If you work as a freelancer, it’s...
Construction workers can suffer injuries from a fall or malfunctioning equipment. Office workers can suffer back strain or carpal tunnel syndrome. Any employee in any profession might suffer an injury that leaves them unable to perform their job duties for a time. If...
Overtime can be a welcome opportunity for employees in Florida to earn more money than scheduled hours typically allow. Sadly, some employers will try to find legal loopholes to make the employee put in the extra work, without receiving the benefit of extra pay....
The pandemic knocked every industry off course in early 2020, from toilet paper supply chains to restaurant lockdowns to nursing home procedures. Shifting to work-from-home, reallocating resources or improvising new systems has worked for many, but the sudden change...
One of the greatest joys for a mother is getting ready to welcome their new child into the world. But, as any mother can attest to, raising a child costs money. Considering that, you might be either job hunting in Florida or wanting to understand how being pregnant...
Florida employment law attorney, William Julien, was featured on WPBF - ABC News 25 regarding mandatory covid-19 vaccines for healthcare workers in Florida. "The overall background in Florida is the legal term called employment at-will that says unless you’re a member...
In many industries in Florida and other states, there is a pattern of behavior in hiring and promotion practices that could rise to the level of discrimination. When it comes to age discrimination, hiring managers might pass over hiring someone due to fears that they...
Not many people can afford to skip a paycheck or get paid late. For many people, paying their rent on time is crucial to being able to pay their bills or mortgage and avoid late fees. There are laws meant to help employees get paid in a timely manner. Employers that...
All employees in Florida deserve fair treatment and pay. However, the legal definition of fair treatment and pay can depend on whether an employee is exempt or non-exempt. These classifications determine whether your employer owes you certain overtime protections,...
