Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Can I Get Fired Because My Boss Doesn’t Like Me?
If you’ve just been fired, or you’re worried you may be fired soon, it’s important to be aware of what constitutes wrongful termination. Can I get fired because my boss doesn’t like me? Yes, it’s possible for employers to legally fire employees based on personal dislike. It’s not illegal for at-will employers to fire… Read More »
Political Beliefs In The Workplace
Politics in the workplace are a complicated topic. An employee’s political beliefs can often intersect with their religion, sexual orientation, or national origin. Can I get fired based on my political beliefs? The short answer is yes, you can get fired for political beliefs. According to USA.Gov’s guidelines for termination, if you work for… Read More »
Remote Work and Productivity
Remote work is becoming more and more prevalent. Many companies are making the decision to adopt a hybrid work-from-home model, allow remote work as an ADA accommodation, or even go completely remote. Does remote work make employees more productive? According to a study in Beyond the Numbers by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics,… Read More »
Will I get fired for what I post on social media?
Most people have a profile on at least one social media platform — and now, many companies have accounts of their own. Whether you have a public Instagram account, your boss follows you on Facebook, or you’re connected to your company on LinkedIn, you may be worried about getting fired for your activity on… Read More »
The FTC has Officially Abandoned the Proposal Non-Compete Agreement Ban
On September 5th, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) filed an accede to the vacatur of the Non-Compete Clause Rule. It is a procedural move that was expected and it means the previous effort to ban non-competes nationwide has officially been abandoned by the agency. Background: Trump Administration FTC Drops Biden-Era Proposed Rule The… Read More »
Florida Employer Sued for Religious Discrimination
On June 4th, 2025, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued a press release confirming that an employer in Florida is facing a lawsuit for religious discrimination. CEMEX Construction Materials Florida, LLC allegedly failed to provide an appropriate religious accommodation to a female employee who required a modest change to uniform requirements for religious… Read More »
Why Employees Should Always Have their Employment Contract Reviewed By a Lawyer
Are you preparing to sign a contract with your employer? If so, it is imperative that you seek professional legal representation. Employment contracts should be reviewed by a qualified attorney. In this article, you will find an overview of the reasons why employees should always have their employment agreement reviewed by a lawyer. You… Read More »
Florida Employer Will Pay $1.4 Million to Resolve Race Discrimination Case
On June 25th, 2025, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced that an employer in Florida will pay approximately $1.4 million to resolve a racial discrimination lawsuit. Waste Pro of Florida has settled with the EEOC, which was pursuing a claim on behalf of 26 Black and Haitian workers. The EEOC brought the claim… Read More »
Florida Employer Cited for Fire Safety Violations After Serious Injuries
On July 8th, 2025, the Department of Labor (DOL) announced that an employer in Florida has been cited for serious workplace safety violations by the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Two employees of Aerojet Rocketdyne Coleman Aerospace Inc. in Orlando were severely burned in a 2024 fire at one of the company’s… Read More »
Three Big Things Employers and Employees Should Know About the New CHOICE Act in Florida
On July 3rd, 2025, the Florida Contracts Honoring Opportunity, Investment, Confidentiality, and Economic Growth Act (CHOICE Act) became law in Florida. In a move that takes our state in the opposite direction as much of the rest of the country, Florida has now made it far easier for employers to enforce non-compete agreements. The… Read More »