Every Florida employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from discriminatory and unfair treatment. Unfortunately, employers often treat workers differently due to their perceived sexual orientation. LGBT discrimination can take many forms, and...
When a Florida employee suffers injuries in an accident in the workplace, he or she has the right to seek benefits and support through a claim filed with the employer's comp insurance. The intent of workers' compensation insurance is to provide a way for injured...
Women may be more likely than men to experience certain types of negative treatment in their Florida workplaces. This is especially true for women who are employed in places where the employees are predominantly male, such as a police department. One female officer...
Female employees should be able to go to work without fear of experiencing some type of inappropriate behavior or mistreatment from other employees or coworkers. Unfortunately, women are more likely than men to experience sexual harassment in the workplace....
One of the most concerning issues regarding discriminatory treatment in a Florida workplace is that many people are unaware that it happens, especially if it doesn't affect them. Unfortunately, many white employees don't believe that race discrimination is a problem...
A woman has the right to work throughout her pregnancy as she is able, and she is also entitled to take unpaid leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act. Even though there are both state and federal laws in place that shield the interests of Florida female...
Individuals with disabilities have the right to fair treatment and certain accommodations in the workplace. On the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, disabled workers in Florida still find it necessary to fight for their rights and an equal...
No one should have to endure unfair treatment in the workplace, even if the mistreatment is unintentional. Race discrimination is still a problem in many workplaces, and it will require a concerted effort to address this problem and make professional settings...
You should not have to endure any type of sexual harassment in your place of work. Even though there are both state and federal laws against harassment, it still happens, and you could be a victim. If you think this is happening to you, it's normal to feel unsure...
Florida employees may be aware of the recent news regarding the mistreatment of female employees who work in professional sports environments, particularly the National Football League. Within the last week, 15 employees spoke out about sexual harassment they...
