The Pregnancy Discrimination Act (“PDA”) makes it illegal for employers to discriminate on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. Employers must treat women affected by pregnancy or related conditions in the same manner as other employees...
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I Have a Business Idea … Now What?
At some point, everyone has come across a great business idea or venture they wish to undertake, but will usually give up in the early stages due to a lack of knowledge about how to start a business. However, you don’t have to be a business major, have an MBA, or be...
Understanding Your Severance Agreement
Should I Sign It? You are being let go by your employer and your boss hands you a severance agreement and general release. At first, you feel a sense of comfort expecting to receive some additional compensation. You browse over it to see how much money your employer...
Honoring the Fallen
No Really… Size Doesn’t Matter
You may have heard that unless an employer has 15 or more employees, it cannot be held liable for sexual harassment under Title VII or the Florida Civil Rights Act (“FCRA”). While that is statutorily true, it doesn’t mean that the employer cannot be held liable based...
They have to pay my attorney’s fees, right?
“They have to pay my attorney’s fees right?” That is the infamous question everyone wants to know.Typically, after meeting with an attorney and learning that you may have some actionable claims against your former employer, your first thought may be: “how will I...
The Cost of Damage Control v. The Cost of Prevention
Many small businesses do not realize that when a lawsuit is filed against them, their time to prevent any issue or problem in an affordable and controlled manner has long passed. When a small business is holding a summons in its hands, the only questions left to ask...
Retaliation – Illegal vs. Unfair
There are many people who have experienced retaliation in the workplace for being a whistleblower. However, important analysis must be done to determine if that retaliation was illegal or only unfair. While this article is meant to provide some clarity to these...
May I Engage in Union Activities at Work?
Certain rights exist to employees under federal and state law that for the purpose of improving work conditions through seeking union representation. This is often known as “concerted activity” and the law protects employees against retaliation by employers who engage...
I Am Being Subjected to a Hostile Work Environment – What are My Rights?
One of the most difficult situations that someone can encounter at work is being subjected to a hostile work environment. It can be a humiliating and intimidating experience, but what can you do? The answer begins with contacting the right employment attorney. A...