Employment Act (ADEA) was passed in 1967 it soon became clear that the ADEA fell short of protecting workers form certain types of employment discrimination, specifically in the area of employee benefits. Topics covered in this report include: What Is the Purpose of the OWBPA? The OWBPA and Benefits How the OWBPA Applies to Severance Rules […]
Most workers were faced with a choice between keeping a job and taking time off to care for a new baby or to care for themselves or a loved one facing a medical emergency. Topics covered in this report include: Who Is Covered under the Family and Medical Leave Act? When Can You Use FMLA […]
There are exceptions and exemptions to both the minimum wage and overtime provisions of the FLSA. Unfortunately, employers often claim an exemption for an employee where none actually exists. Topics covered in this whitepaper include: Compensation Requirements Executive Exemption Administrative Exemption Professional Exemption Highly Compensated Employees Exemption Click here to read the whole article or […]
For every illegal action taken by an employer in the workplace, there is a moment of decision when it could have been avoided. Great HR can stop unlawful actions before they happen, preventing any abuse before it occurs. In Fact: According to the latest data released by the department of labor and EEOC, nearly 90,000 […]
If you believe you are the victim of national origin discrimination in the workplace you should consult with an experienced Florida employment attorney right away. You may have the basis for a lawsuit. If successful, you could be awarded both compensatory and punitive damages if the national origin discrimination was intentional. Topics covered in this […]
The minimum wage an employer is required to pay is even regulated by federal and/or state law for most employees. If your employer is paying you less than what the law requires, you may be entitled to pursue a wage claim against your employer. [2023 Update] Effective Sep 30, 2021 – Florida labor laws were […]
Whistleblower laws, and the need to proceed with caution, it is always best to consult with an experienced Florida employment law attorney before filing a whistleblower complaint. It may, however, be beneficial to have a basic understanding of how the whistleblower laws work and how they can protect you should you decide to file a […]
Fair Labor Standards from Richard Celler Fair Labor Standards from Richard Celler Learn more about Fair Labor Standards Act in Florida in this presentation. Who is covered, what is the policy about overtime as well as the minimum wage. Understand also what FLSA says about child labor.
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 […]