On March 20, 2012, in a 5-4 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court severely limited the reach of the Family and Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”) by eliminating state employees’ ability to sue for damages for violations of the FMLA’s self-care provision. In Coleman, the plaintiff,...
In 1993, the FSU Alumni Association established a prestigious award for its members: The Circle of Gold Award. This award recognizes worthy individuals who, through their service and achievements, personify the University’s tradition of excellence. A maximum of twelve...
Whether we are advocating the rights of an employee or defending an employer, we are more and more frequently faced with the question of whether an employee who is being treated as an independent contractor instead of an employee has been misclassified by the...
The U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes the collection of client and lawyer evaluations, peer review from leading attorneys in their field, and review of additional information provided by law...
What is the true impact social media has in the workplace, and is it something that can be controlled? It’s a hot topic right now in employment law. Over 850 million people are now on Facebook with another 500 million on Twitter . . . many of whom may be accessing...
In early March 2012, a former physician assistant in the cardiac unit of a Sacramento hospital was awarded $168 million in damages for workplace harassment which included $125 million in punitive damages and $42.7 million for lost wages and mental anguish. The verdict...
Attorney Gary D. Wilson, a shareholder with Wilson McCoy, P.A., has been recognized as a Florida Super Lawyer for 2012 in the area of employment and labor law by Super Lawyers Magazine. The selections for this list are compiled through a rigorous multi-phase selection...