Non-profits are not immune to messy and costly HR lawsuits
This month, a non-profit surgery center in Virginia settled a major lawsuit related to how it treated an employee after being accused of discriminating against the employee because of their […]
Nurturing Growth: The Power of Proper Onboarding
Does 2025 include growing the number of people working at your business? We sure hope so! After all, bringing on new employees means your company is growing and succeeding. We […]
Time to Adjust Your Payroll for Tipped Employees
Recently, the Miami Herald wrote about a case against the Orlando location of Giordano’s Pizza that was brought on by the U.S. Department of Labor. The restaurant’s owners were accused […]
New Divorce Laws in Florida
Independent Contractor Rules Change Again
The At-Will Doctrine: What Does It Mean to Be an At-Will Employee or Employer?
The at-will Doctrine is a longstanding principle in the American labor market which, in basic form, states that an employer can decide “at-will” to terminate an employee for any reason […]
CDC Guidelines for Businesses Grappling with COVID-19
With the world of change that we have been afforded, it is very easy to feel inundated with information regarding COVID-19. Businesses are clamoring for data that is not only […]
Navigating the Gray Areas of Paid Leave: What You Need to Know
One of the goals of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act is to help assist families who are having to alter their normal ways of living due to canceled plans. […]
Don’t Spend That SBA $10,000 Disaster Loan Just Yet
What is the SBA $10,000 DIsaster Loan? The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has responded to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic by offering small business owners in all U.S. states, Washington […]
Florida Medical Marijuana – What employers need to know.
Regarding the Florida Medical Marijuana Law, what defines “marijuana?” “Marijuana” means all parts of any plant of the genus Cannabis, whether growing or not; the seeds thereof; the resin extracted […]
An Overview of U.S. Work Visas for Foreign Workers
Immigration for Foreign Workers Coming to the US Global marketing is no longer reserved for brands with deep pockets. Many Foreign businesses are expanding into international markets, and all of […]
Five Ways to Build More Trust
Some years back UCLA did a survey of 1300 executives around the country and they asked for five traits that were keys to hiring and advancement for employees. All 1300 […]
Spreading Yuletide Cheer? An Employer’s Guide to Navigating the Holiday Season
As the year winds down, we find ourselves in the middle of another holiday season. For many Americans it is a time steeped in tradition and festivity. In addition to […]
How Knowing Basic Employment Law Can Help In The Workplace
Knowing your rights at work is of great importance; it ensures that both parties, employers and employees, are adhering to current government laws. However, it can sometimes be tricky knowing […]
What is Lawful or Unlawful Language in Employee Handbooks?
Rules Regarding Confidentiality Employees have a Section 7 right to discuss wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment with fellow employees and other nonemployees, including union representatives. The […]
Workers Compensation Requirements in Florida
Workers’ compensation is a major expense for most Florida businesses. It is important for employers to understand their duties and responsibilities under Florida law. When workers’ compensation insurance is purchased […]
Drug-Free Workplace Policy and Procedure Development
Implementing an effective Drug Free Workplace program takes thoughtful consideration of what you are trying to accomplish, how you want to accomplish it, how much it will cost and how […]
How to Fire an Employee in Florida
The State of Florida is an employment-at-will jurisdiction. What that means is employers can terminate their employees with or without cause. In most situations, employers don’t have to provide advance […]
How to File a Workers Compensation Claim
Workers’ compensation laws are there to protect workers who get hurt on the job. They are there to ensure that employees who are injured or disabled on the job are […]
Should employers utilize handbooks?
An employer is not required by law to have an employee handbook. However, in most cases, it is highly recommended. An employee handbook is a great resource because it provides […]
Does the Law Require Your Employer to Pay You Overtime Pay?
A dozen Jacksonville area residents are suing Dollar General claiming the company owes them unpaid wages. The suits included a total of 791 individuals from all over the U.S. All […]
Social Media in the Workplace
Social media in the workplace and an employer’s ability to control it is a hot topic in today’s technological world. The United States Supreme Court recently said it will review […]