Facing a job loss can be stressful, and receiving a severance agreement adds another layer of complexity. It's crucial to understand that you have the option to negotiate your severance agreement before signing it. This step can ensure that you receive fair...
Employee extortion is a serious issue that can affect any business. As a small business owner in Florida, knowing how to handle this situation is crucial to protect your business and maintain a safe work environment. Recognize the signs of extortion An employee trying...
Terminating the employment of certain workers is part of running a business. Although it’s rarely a comfortable process, it’s necessary to protect your business interests and even other workers from inappropriate behavior. But when you let a worker go, there’s also...
Pharmaceutical companies play a crucial role in public health. However, sometimes issues arise that need attention from within. Employees who notice these problems may become whistleblowers, bringing light to significant concerns. Drug safety concerns Drug safety is...
When employees leave a company, particularly in the case of termination or layoffs, it is common for their employers to provide severance packages. These often include health benefits and other perks. Knowing the tax responsibilities of severance pay is essential to...
In this fast-paced world, it can be all too easy to push one’s self to the limit. For example, some minor employees are told to skip breaks in pursuit of productivity. However, when workers are denied the opportunity to rest and recharge, it can have significant...
Age discrimination is a pervasive issue in today’s workplaces, affecting employees over 40. Even though employers are prohibited from discriminating against employees based on their age, it continues to occur. It is very important for both employees and employers to...
Businesses across the country must consider the needs of their workers, including those with disabilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act mandates that businesses with 15 or more employees must provide reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities....
In Florida, employment disputes can come about over a range of issues. One that might not get the same amount of attention as other employer-employee disagreements is how the worker is classified. Allegations of employee misclassification might not get the same amount...
Whistleblowers, those who expose misconduct within organizations, often find themselves grappling with difficult decisions. Ethical obligations compel individuals to speak out against wrongdoing, even when it means facing personal risk. Ethical obligations...