Richard Celler
What Is the Florida Minimum Wage? from Richard Celler [2022 Update] Effective Sep 30, 2023 – Florida labor laws were updated to a minimum wage of $8.65 to $12 per hour, and a maximum tip credit of $4.02. However, this will not be the only minimum wage increase for 2022. Recently, Florida voters passed a […]
As an employee, you undoubtedly operate under the assumption that your employer runs and honest, law-abiding, business. While most employers do indeed run an honest enterprise, there are always exceptions to the rule. As an employee, discovering that your employer is violating the law, perpetrating fraud, or cheating the government can put you in a […]
Damages in an Employment Discrimination Lawsuit from Richard Celler Harassment, both sexual and otherwise, is illegal in the workplace. The type(s) of monetary damages you may be entitled to will depend on the relevant statute or law.
Pregnancy Discrimination in Florida from Richard Celler Pregnancy discrimination is legally defined as treating a female applicant or employee unfavorably because she is pregnant, has recently given birth, or because she has a medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth. Learn more about Pregnancy Discrimination in Florida in this presentation.
In the United States both state and federal laws prohibit employment discrimination. Though there are exceptions, the general rule is that employers with 15 or more employees are covered by the various federal anti-discrimination laws. Topics covered in this report include: The Role of the EEOC Federal Employment Discrimination Laws State Employment Discrimination Laws When […]
Older Workers Benefit Protection Act from Richard Celler Applies to the benefits an employer offers employees, such as medical and life insurance, disability benefits, and retirement or pension benefits. Learn more about Older Workers Benefit Protection Act in this presentation.
The FLSA also requires workers to be paid overtime pay under certain circumstances. If you regularly work over 40 hours a week, or you work an unusual and/or erratic schedule at your job, you could be entitled to overtime pay. [2021 Update] Effective Jan 1, 2018 – Florida labor laws were updated to a minimum […]
Are You a Victim of Harassment in the Workplace in California from Richard Celler Sexual harassment is a special type of illegal harassment defined as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical harassment of a sexual nature. Learn more about Victim of Harassment in the Workplace in California in this presentation.
When consider if behavior rises to the level of illegal discrimination it is important to keep in mind that there is a “reasonable person” test that applies. In other words, the question is not whether you consider the conduct to be intimidating, hostile or abusive but whether a reasonable person would consider it so. Topics […]