Pregnancy discrimination happens when a pregnant woman receives unfair treatment at work because she is expecting a baby. This can have big effects on the woman and society. It is important for expectant mothers and families to take a careful look at this issue....
An employee handbook is a document that outlines the expectations and guidelines for employees within an organization. It serves as a valuable resource for both employees and employers to ensure clarity on various workplace policies and procedures. When creating a...
In Florida, employers need to make clear rules about equality in the workplace. These rules should specifically state that unfair treatment based on things like race, color, religion, sex, age or disability is not allowed. Regular training sessions can help...
At work, discrimination can happen for different reasons. Aside from racial, sexual and disability discrimination, some employees experience age discrimination. This form of discrimination occurs when people receive unfair or different treatment due to their age....
Opening a brewery is often the culmination of a life long dream and years of hard work and dedication. It should be a euphoric moment for any brewery. However, the ever-changing rules of operating a business in the twenty-first century can dampen that euphoria. They...
It just became more cost effective for local restaurants to purchase branded glassware for the beverages that they sell, but does this really have the beneficial effect on small breweries that the public thinks it does? Appearing to be a win for craft beer lovers...
Some companies mistakenly believe that because they have less than 15 employees they can treat their employees however they wish (including discriminating against them). However, such belief can be a costly mistake. Yes, the Florida Civil Rights Act (“FCRA”) and Title...
When an employer is put on notice of a claim of discrimination or harassment by an employee, it has an obligation to promptly investigate the matter and take appropriate corrective action. When such an investigation occurs, and it involves an attorney, it raises a...
With Black Friday well on its way, be sure to save some of your money to support local and small community-based businesses too on November 28th, Small Business Saturday. While you may not always be getting the best deal, the dollars you spend at mom-and-pop shops...