Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Common Challenges in Wrongful Termination Claims
You go to work every day to support yourself and your family. You rely heavily on the income you earn. If you are fired then, it is more than just a job loss. It is devastating, and you may not know how to proceed. Florida, like all states, is an at-will state, meaning employers… Read More »
Can You Record Co-Workers to Prove Sexual Harassment?
Sexual harassment can continue for many months before the victim decides to take action and fight back against it. In fact, to prove a hostile work environment, the behavior has to be continuous and ongoing. Even when an employee has had enough and wants to take action, they need strong evidence to prove their… Read More »
When Does Wrongful Termination Occur?
When most employees are fired, they believe the termination was unreasonable or unfair. However, due to the legal concept of at-will employment in Florida and most other states, employers generally have the right to fire employees at any time and for any reason. Still, there are exceptions to the law and at times, employers… Read More »
How Do Employers Commit Wage Theft in Florida?
As an employee, you deserve to be paid fairly and fully for the work you do for your employer. Unfortunately, wage theft is very common among employers. Of course, employers act very subtly when not paying employees their fair wage and they will likely not come right out and admit it. Below, our Palm… Read More »
Steps to Take After Being Sexually Harassed in the Workplace
Sexual harassment in the workplace is not merely an inconvenience. It is devastating and can take a significant toll on your emotions while also being damaging to your career. Unfortunately, workplace sexual harassment is quite common. If it happens to you, it is natural to be unsure of what steps to take next. Below,… Read More »
How to File an EEOC Claim
The employment law landscape is vast, but an agency that plays one of the most important roles is the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The EEOC was established as an advocacy agency to ensure that workers throughout the country are not subject to discrimination in the workplace. If you have been treated unfairly at… Read More »
Detecting Hostile Work Environment at Your Florida Employer
You are probably familiar with the concept of workplace discrimination, but some details on recognizing it and taking action provide additional insight. The US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) defines discrimination as treating an employee differently or adversely because of race, color, religion, gender, disability, age, or other protected characteristics. Harassment is a type… Read More »
How to Collect Evidence for a Whistleblower Claim
Whistleblower claims are one of the most effective tools for rooting out fraud against the government, encouraging those with knowledge of misconduct to bring it to the attention of proper authorities. To reward them for their efforts, laws like the Federal False Claims Act (FCA) pay a reward for providing information that uncovers fraudulent… Read More »
Florida’s Minimum Wage Increase September 30, 2023
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) was enacted in 1938 to address a number of workplace injustices, and some of the key provisions relate to wages, hours, and overtime. One of the most important is the establishment of a minimum wage, but the statute allows for individual states to set a higher rate. Florida… Read More »
What Are Protected Activities in Florida Employment Law?
As they become more familiar with their rights under US and Florida employment laws, employees are engaged and proactive in terms of treatment by employers. For instance, most workers are aware that they have legal remedies under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act if they are subjected to discrimination. When you suffer mistreatment… Read More »