During times of economic uncertainty, employers sometimes need to make difficult decisions. A reduction in the total workforce employed by an organization can help ensure the company's continued solvency and ability to provide employment for the rest of its staff....
Florida is an “at-will” employment state. Essentially, this means that employers can hire and fire at will without providing reasons or notice. Equally, it means that employees are free to leave without first serving a notice period. That being said, if your employer...
Being a parent is a big job – and it’s not easy. It can be particularly difficult for people to balance the demands of their regular occupation with the demands that come along with being a parent. When those two things collide, parents are often forced to make...
“New mom” isn’t one of the classes specifically protected from employment discrimination and harassment under Florida or federal law. However, under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), nursing mothers do have some protections in the workplace. A former...
It can be heartbreaking to receive a termination letter you did not expect. However, even though you are employed at will and your employer can let you go at any time without warning or reason, the basis for your termination must be within the law. Therefore, it may...
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...
Getting fired from a job is no one's idea of an ideal situation. That ordeal can be even worse if a fired worker believes that the termination was against the law. Wrongful termination can happen in any industry, and any worker who believes that his or her dismissal...
It's devastating to lose your job, especially if you believe your firing was unjustified and unfair. Wrongful termination is illegal, and those who experienced this type of treatment often feel unsure of what to do next. If you think you are a victim, it may be...
Most people go to work with the intention of doing their job and doing it well. Unfortunately, doing one's job can sometimes land a worker in hot water, and it is possible that management or other parties may not appreciate the worker's thorough efforts. In some...
Women face many hurdles in the workplace. Of these, sexual harassment may be one of the most difficult to overcome. Women in Florida often face severe repercussions for reporting, like retaliation, wrongful termination and even worsening instances of harassment. A...
