Despite the prevalence of the Me Too movement in Hollywood, there is still sufficient reason to believe that inappropriate treatment remains a serious problem in the entertainment industry. A recent study found that one in five women who work in this field have...
Florida is an at-will employment state, which means employers have the right to fire workers for many different reasons without breaking any laws. However, that does not mean that it is legal every time an employer fires an employee. There are times when a firing is...
Women who become pregnant are no less capable of fulfilling their job duties and doing what their work requires of them than others. Unfortunately, Florida employers do not always recognize the rights of pregnant women, discriminating against them when they need...
Any time you feel uncomfortable in the workplace, you can bring it up to a supervisor or manager. Perhaps you do not want to file a formal complaint, but you want to make others aware that some unseemly behavior has occurred. On the other hand, you may feel that...
Employees have a close relationship with the inside operations of their employer's business. When there are things happening that are inappropriate or illegal, it can be intimidating for a Florida employee. Many who do witness fraud and other illegal actions may not...
Over the last seven months, many workplaces have shifted their operations online. Many Florida workers now do some or all of their jobs online, and this often includes taking part in many Zoom calls and online meetings where participants have video capabilities. A...
Florida employees who experienced any type of mistreatment in the workplace have the right to report it to their employers or the appropriate authority. However, many victims do not speak out because they feel intimidated, embarrassed or unsure of what to do...
When Florida employers violate the rights of the men and women who work for them, victims have the right to pursue legal action. One of these rights is to work in a place that is free from harassment, discrimination and illegal treatment of all kinds. When employers...
Most Florida households have one or more members who work full-time outside the home. Perhaps you've been with the same company for a while now or just recently started a new job. Either way, the mood and atmosphere in your workplace no doubt fluctuate. Some days are...
Google's parent company has recently agreed to pay over $310 million because of the way the company handled allegations of inappropriate behavior. The hundreds of millions of dollars will go toward resolving litigation with shareholders and increasing diversity...
