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How Does Workers Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act Protect You?

The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN Act) grants “protection to workers, families, and communities by requiring employers to provide notice 60 days in advance of covered plants closing and covered mass layoffs.” The WARN Act, enacted on August 4, 1988, and effective as of February 4, 1989, is administered by the U.S. Department […]

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By : Feb 14, 2019 Comments Off on How Does Workers Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act Protect You?
Director and manager yelling at businesswoman who made a mistake
Blog, Employee Rights, Work Environment

Unfair Treatment vs Unlawful Conduct at a Workplace

Is there a difference between unfair treatment and unlawful conduct at a workplace? How to recognize these situations, and what to do about them? Keep reading to find the answers to these questions. Unfair Treatment at Workplace Unfortunately, there is no law against employee unfair treatment. Like most of the US states, Florida is also […]

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By : Jan 24, 2019 Comments Off on Unfair Treatment vs Unlawful Conduct at a Workplace
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
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Everything about The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is a federal agency responsible for enforcing and administering civil rights laws that prohibit workplace discrimination. Federal laws enforced by this agency prohibit discriminatory practices towards job applicants or employees based on his or her color, race, religion, sex (including gender identity, pregnancy, and sexual orientation), age, disability, […]

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By : Jan 11, 2019 Comments Off on Everything about The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
Emotionally Abusive Boss
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What Are the Signs of an Emotionally Abusive Boss?

Emotional abuse is a form of workplace harassment, which is commonly defined as belittling or threatening behavior towards an individual worker or a group of workers. Harassment and emotional abuse on the workplace cover a wide range of conducts of an offensive nature. These behaviors appear to be disturbing, upsetting or threatening, and in the […]

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By : Dec 31, 2018 Comments Off on What Are the Signs of an Emotionally Abusive Boss?
workplace romance
Blog, Employee Rights, Uncategorized, Work Environment

Can Employers Regulate Workplace Romance?

Workplace romance is an inevitable issue that comes up in any work environment, and it’s important for HR managers and employees to know and understand the employers’ policies and laws regulating this delicate topic. When relationships with coworkers don’t work out, both employers and employees may face problems that include potential sexual harassment or discrimination […]

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By : Nov 29, 2018 Comments Off on Can Employers Regulate Workplace Romance?
Labor law
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Restaurant Server Salary and Their Minimum Wage According to Labor Laws in Florida

As of January 1st, 2018, the hourly minimum wage for servers in Florida is $5.23 before tip income is included. Additionally, maximum tip credit against the minimum wage of $3.02 is allowed in the State of Florida. This practically means that you, as a “tipped worker,” are guaranteed the State of Florida minimum wage of […]

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By : Nov 27, 2018 Comments Off on Restaurant Server Salary and Their Minimum Wage According to Labor Laws in Florida
Blog, Employee Rights, Work Environment

Hostile Work Environment Laws and Rights in Florida

A hostile work environment can be described as a setting that condones the inappropriate and uncomfortable behavior, policies and attitudes toward employees or coworkers. In Florida, a hostile work environment is considered a form of employee harassment, a charge with severe repercussions.   In order to be considered a hostile work environment against which an […]

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By : Nov 8, 2018 Comments Off on Hostile Work Environment Laws and Rights in Florida
What Are Employee Rights in the Workplace Under Florida Law
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What Are Employee Rights in the Workplace Under Florida Law?

Employee rights in the workplace vary from state to state. If you are an employee in Florida, know your workplace rights to ensure you are receiving the treatment, conditions, and compensation you deserve for your labor. Here are Some of the Florida Employee Rights in the Workplace: Right to Privacy An employee’s right to privacy […]

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By : Oct 31, 2018 Comments Off on What Are Employee Rights in the Workplace Under Florida Law?