Category Archives: Employment Law
Home Health Care: Criminal Background Checks (Expanded Requirements for Employers)
On July 1st, 2026, Florida HB 1069 (SB1168) will officially take effect. The legislation has implications for employment law. It expands the state’s criminal background check requirements for home health care industry employers. In this article, you will find a more comprehensive overview of the new background check requirements for employers in Florida. Florida… Read More »
EEOC Rescinds Four Decade Old Affirmative Action Guidance
On June 30th, 2026, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced that it is rescinding agency affirmative action guidance that has been in place for more than four decades. It is now the position of the agency that the interpretive guidance on affirmative action is out of step with federal civil rights law. Understanding… Read More »
Are Employees of Private Companies in Florida Protected By Whistleblower Law?
Florida employees who work for private companies may be protected by the Florida Private Sector Whistleblower Act. The law prohibits covered employers from taking retaliatory personnel action against an employee who reports, threatens to report, provides information about, objects to, or refuses to participate in certain unlawful activities, policies, or practices. In this article,… Read More »
The Florida CHOICE Act
The CHOICE Act officially went into effect as of July 1st, 2025, in the State of Florida. Most see it as a way for businesses to implement more extreme restrictions on their employees, although the name would lead you to believe differently. Cathleen sat down with partner attorney Gabe Roberts, an expert on the… Read More »
What Business Owners Should Know About Third-Party Payroll Services
Many business owners use third-party companies to handle their payroll, such as Gusto, ADP, and Paychex. These services can be a helpful tool for busy small-business owners and larger companies alike, but do third-party payroll and HR services provide a false sense of security? The benefits of third-party payroll services Payroll services can benefit… Read More »
Florida Law Will Tighten Formations of Public Sector Unions
In March, Florida Senate Bill 1296 was passed into law. It is expected that Governor Ron DeSantis will sign the legislation shortly to make it official. It is a contentious reform law that will significantly tighten the requirements for the formation of public sector unions. In this article, you will find a more comprehensive… Read More »
Florida Attorney General Warns NFL Over “Rooney Rule”
According to a report from NBC 6 South Florida, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is publicly warning the National Football League (NFL) that its longstanding “Rooney Rule” is in violation of state law. Notably, Florida is home to three NFL teams: Miami Dolphins, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Jacksonville Jaguars. In this article, you will… Read More »
Best Practices for Leaving a Job in Florida: A Guide for Employees
Are you considering leaving your job in Florida? Whether you are looking for a better opportunity, have issues in your current workplace, or are simply burned out, it is crucial that you know the steps to take to best protect your rights and your interests. In this article, you will find an overview of… Read More »
Florida Employer Pays $30,000 to Resolve Pregnancy Discrimination Case
On April 6th, 2026, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced that a Florida employer will pay $30,000 to resolve a pregnancy discrimination claim. iPRO Dental Laboratory of Fort Lauderdale was accused of firing a newly hired worker after finding out that she was pregnant. In this article, you will find a more detailed… Read More »
Can a Man Be the Victim of Workplace Sexual Harassment in Florida?
Sexual harassment in the workplace in not acceptable. No person should be forced to endure such terrible conditions. Notably, the sexual harassment laws for the workplace are gender neutral. A man can absolutely be the victim of workplace sexual harassment. He is entitled to the same legal protections as are his female co-workers. In… Read More »