As you may already know, the state of Florida subscribes to the philosophy of at-will employment, meaning that your employer in Fort Lauderdale can fire you without having to provide you with a reason. This seemingly provides your employer with all of the power in...
Month: May 2019
Landscaping company guilty of wage and hour violations
Many workers in Florida, and in many other parts of the country, work above and beyond the standard 40-hour work week. In accordance with regulations set by the U.S. Department of Labor, employees who work over 40 hours a week are entitled to overtime pay. Employers...
What to do if you face racism at work
Racism in the workplace is a serious problem. According to a recent survey, 48% of African Americans and 36% of Hispanics have been victims of racial discrimination at work. If you experience racism at your job, what will you do? Being the target of racial...
Working from home and discrimination
Often, when people think about discrimination in the workplace, they picture businesses with a brick-and-mortar presence where employees are physically present while performing their job duties. However, it is important to keep in mind that workers may be subjected to...