Monthly Archives: January 2024
Were You Fired from Your Job in Florida? Five Signs You Need to Speak to a Lawyer
Florida is an at-will employment state—meaning an employer can terminate a worker at any time and for virtually any reason. That being said, employees cannot be fired for illegal reasons. If you were recently let go, it is possible that your rights were violated. You may have a valid claim on the grounds of… Read More »
Is an Employer Required to Let You Take Time Off for a Funeral In Florida?
The loss of a close loved one is deeply challenging. The last thing a person wants to think about during try times is their work. This raises an important question: Is an employer required to let you take time off to attend a funeral? In Florida, the answer is largely “no”—while many companies do… Read More »
Law Enforcement Official in Florida Terminated After Seeing Whistleblower Status
According to a report from the Tampa Bay Times, Patricia Carpenter—the former deputy chief of staff for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE)—was terminated after she sought formal whistleblower protection in relation to an alleged conflict with the Governor’s office. In this article, you will find a more detailed overview of the case… Read More »
Report: Approximately 14,000 Employees in Florida Owed Money in Unpaid/Underpaid Wages
According to a report from NBC 6 South Florida, there are approximately 14,000 employees in Florida who are entitled to more than $6.5 million in collective unpaid and underpaid wages. Notably, these are funds that have already been collected by employers from the United States Department of Labor (DOL). The federal agency is trying… Read More »