Most employees know that a "right to work" also means that their employers have a right to fire them. Some might not realize, however, that there are some very specific reasons that are strictly forbidden for employers to use as the basis of termination. What is a...
Wrongful Termination
Former Bank of America employee files wrongful termination suit
The environment in a workplace can profoundly affect Florida employees, and not always for the better. One former Bank of America employee claims this was the situation she faced when the company started pushing aggressive sales tactics. She has since filed a wrongful...
What are the exceptions to at-will employment?
At-will employment is in place to benefit both workers and employers. It means that employers can let a worker go at any time without reason, but workers are also free to resign from their positions without fear of recrimination. It's not permissible to fire a worker...
Understanding initial probationary employment periods
There will almost always be some amount of trepidation when you start a new job in Fort Lauderdale. You want to come in right away an impress your new employer. In many professional positions, however, it is often understood that there will be an early acclimation...
Can you fire someone over a mental illness?
Many workers suffer from some form of mental illness, including things like depression and anxiety. Even if a mental health disorder makes it more difficult to do your job, your employer is not allowed to fire for this reason alone. The U.S. Equal Employment...
Former dispatcher sued city and police department
Every employee that goes to work for companies in Fort Lauderdale has the right to expect that the environments in which they perform their jobs will be professional and free of any hostility. If that expectation is not met, then employees should be able to voice...
Do you have an implied contract with your employer?
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...