Losing your job is not only a threat to your financial well-being, but it could also compromise your future job opportunities. Your termination is particularly concerning if you think that this decision is related in some way to your race. Racial discrimination in the...
Employment Law
Employee number thresholds that small business owners should know about
There are many things that make running a business a painstaking and exhausting endeavor. One of the more complex aspects of business ownership is ensuring that you are in compliance with all state and federal regulations for businesses in your industry. Many of these...
Your rights under the Family and Medical Leave Act
When your spouse or child becomes seriously ill or injured, you naturally want to do everything you can to help them get better. You might even take time off of work to be at their side around the clock. The federal Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA) gives...
Court of Appeals Suspends OSHA’s Vaccine Mandate
On Friday, November 12th, 2021, the U.S Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit granted a motion issuing a temporary hold on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's ("OSHA") recent Emergency Temporary Standard ("ETS"). The ETS, which went into effect on...
What you need to show to prove racial discrimination in employment
Many facets of American law – such as Title VI – protect individuals from racial discrimination, and give them recourses should intentional discrimination occur. For example, if your employer wrongfully terminates you or otherwise disadvantages you based on your race...
HR mistakes that small and medium-sized business owners often make
Running a business is a complex task, with many different moving parts to keep track of. If you can’t afford to hire in-house counsel or a human resources department quite yet, you may be handling the human resources tasks yourself. Here are some common mistakes that...
Have you faced pregnancy discrimination in the workplace?
Expecting a child can often come with conflicting emotions. You may feel excited about being pregnant after trying to conceive, but you may also feel nervous about the adventure that motherhood will be. Though these feelings are natural, if someone in your workplace...
How do employment laws protect workers?
Most employers in Florida and across the country have an obligation to treat their employees fairly. This obligation stems from numerous laws pertaining to employment. While there are certain situations in which employers may be exempt from adhering to specific laws,...
Can my employer require me to get a vaccination?
Vaccinations and other medical decisions are very serious decisions for anyone to make. Recently, there has been more and more talk about what your employer can say about the matter. Many people may hear things about forced vaccinations being a form of workplace...
What does it take to qualify for FMLA leave?
Many Florida residents who need to take time off because of a family or personal medical emergency may find themselves worried about their jobs. You may be among the numerous individuals who think twice before taking time off of work because you do not want to face...