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11th Circuit Update: Class Action Fairness Act, Paycheck Deductions
Dudley v. Eli Lilly and Co. (December 29, 2014) Brief Summary: A party’s challenge to coverage under the Class Action Fairness Act must involve evidence stronger than a presumption The case Dudley v. Eli Lilly and Co. involved an interlocutory appeal from a district court order granting former Eli Lilly employee Dudley’s motion to remand a class… Read More »
How to Celebrate and Promote Diversity in the Workplace
The Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday gives employees the opportunity to reflect on the importance of embracing diversity. However, celebrating and promoting diversity in the workplace should be more than just a one-day initiative. Consider these ways of turning it into an ongoing company objective: Hire an outside consultant to conduct a voluntary class… Read More »
Florida Protections for Union Workers
Unions are formed with the goal of protecting employees. What happens, however, when you believe your union isn’t protecting your rights by failing to support or move your grievance forward? Unions have certain obligations under the law. Learn more about what those are and if there is any recourse for their members. What is… Read More »
Is a Year-End Bonus Discretionary? What Happens If I Don’t Get Paid?
Bonuses come in a variety of different shapes and sizes. Understanding your particular bonus can ensure that you receive the fair and correct amount. What is the difference between discretionary and non-discretionary bonuses? A non-discretionary bonus: Usually contractual – paid because of a contract or agreement that has been made between the employer and… Read More »
Tips on Holiday Gift Giving in the Workplace
When it comes to holiday gift giving in the workplace, it’s more than the thought that counts. There are numerous issues that should be considered during the selection and exchange of year-end gifts in a work environment. Holiday gifts given by employers: The most common holiday gifts are typically generic gift cards. Other frequently… Read More »
11th Circuit Update: Discrimination, National Origin, FMLA
Erika Jacobs v Tricia Biando, Liberty Tax, Kristy Freitas, et al., ____F.3d____ (11th Cir. November 24, 2014). Brief Summary: Employee filed an amended complaint asserting Title VII claims, as well as various state law claims against her employer. The district court dismissed the amended complaint without prejudice for failure to state a claim, pursuant to… Read More »
11th Circuit Updates: Wages, Title VII, Rehabilitation
Darryl Walker, et al., v. Jefferson County Board of Education, et al., ____F.3d____ (11th Cir. November 4, 2014). Brief Summary: Consolidated appeals of school board employees regarding wrongfully calculated wages and overtime. Eleventh Circuit affirmed. In Walker, employees sued the Jefferson County School Board of Education and Madison City Board of Education, and made… Read More »
My Company Is Closing on the Holidays, Do I Get Paid?
With the holiday season upon us, it is an opportune time to review your company’s holiday pay practices. Learn what is required, so you know what funds you’ll have for end-of-year spending. To begin with, it is important to understand that an employer is not required to provide its employees with time off (paid… Read More »
Religious Discrimination: What Holidays Can I Take off Work?
The holiday season is a time of celebration for many. However, what amount of that religious celebration qualifies as time away from work is determined by your employer and governed by law. Learn what the law requires of your company and what you need to do to guarantee it happens. What does the law… Read More »
11th Circuit Update: Arbitration, Americans with Disabilities
Int’l Bhd. of Elec. Workers, Sys. Council U-4 v. Florida Power & Light Co___ F. 3d ___ (11th Cir. October 2, 2014) Short Summary: A union appealed a district court’s decision to dismiss a Motion to Compel Arbitration on the basis that the claim was not moot. The Eleventh Circuit vacated the decision and… Read More »