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...
Best Practices: Nathan McCoy – Clio
Our own Nathan McCoy was recently showcased by Clio, a law practice and legal case management software. The post expands upon our firm’s appreciation for the value technology and practice management tools have in getting organized and staying in touch with clients.
Do I have a Right to Free Speech as a Public Employee?
There is a lot of misunderstanding about protected speech under the First Amendment to the United States’ Constitution. Many people mistakenly assume that the First Amendment applies equally to employees in both the private and public sector. However, that is not the...
Attorneys Nathan McCoy and Gary Wilson Hit Amazon Best-Seller List
Employment and Business law Attorneys Gary Wilson and Nathan McCoy, of Wilson McCoy, P.A, recently joined a select group of business leaders from around the world, along with TV pioneer Kevin Harrington (Original shark from Shark Tank) and renown money expert Loral...