Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Illegal Questions Florida Employers Sometimes Ask During Interviews
It is exciting when you have been called to do an interview for a position that you are so eager to be offered, and you will be very diligent about preparing for the meeting. You can expect a whole range of questions about your skills and qualifications, and perhaps some basics about your personal… Read More »
Why Do Whistleblowers Hesitate To Report Florida Employers?
Companies in Florida are required to comply with all statutes and regulations that apply to their business, but many sidestep the laws to benefit their own interests. Some assume they will not be caught with unlawful schemes, believing the government does not have the resources to investigate every organization. However, through the protections provided… Read More »
Florida Restaurants Pay The Price For Violations Of Wage Theft Laws
After a lengthy investigation, two Florida restaurants will be forced to pay back wages, interest, and other damages to almost 90 workers who were subjected to wage theft. As reported by ABC affiliate WFTS Action News, the US Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (DOL) found the employers were guilty of numerous violations… Read More »
Overview Of Severance Agreements Under Florida Employment Laws
When you are leaving a position in which you dedicated significant time and effort over the year, it is gratifying to know that your employer is offering a severance agreement. As the US Department of Labor (DOL) points out, there is no employer duty to provide one and no employee right to receive such… Read More »
Can I Be Fired For Filing For Workers’ Compensation In Florida?
When an employee is injured in a workplace accident or suffers from an occupational disease, workers’ compensation laws provide benefits to support them through difficult times. Under rules set by the Florida Workers’ Compensation Division, you may receive amounts for medical care, lost wages, disability, and more if you qualify. The funds come from… Read More »
Laws That Apply To Pregnancy Discrimination Claims In Florida
On the one hand, it is good news for expectant women in Florida to know that the number of charges for pregnancy discrimination have almost been cut in half over the last few years. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) reports that more than 4,000 workers filed complaints in 2010; by 2021, this figure… Read More »
Employer And Employee Duties On Reasonable Accommodations For Disability
You may hear a lot about what Florida employers are required to do under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), including treating workers with disabilities the same as other employees and providing reasonable accommodations that enable them to do their jobs. Many people are also familiar with their employee rights under ADA, which provide… Read More »
Challenges With Age Discrimination Claims In Florida
Age discrimination may not top the list of charges received by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), but this misconduct occurs more frequently than you might guess. Violations of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) comprise more than 15,600 discrimination charges on average annually over the last 5 years, meaning around 1 in… Read More »
Remedies Under The ADA For Failure To Accommodate In Public Accommodations
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was enacted in 1990 to ensure that individuals with disabilities are protected from discrimination and afforded equal opportunities in employment, public accommodations, transportation, and other areas of life. Under Title III of the ADA, businesses and other entities that provide goods and services to the public are required… Read More »
Accommodations In Public Places
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including employment, transportation, and public accommodations. In this post, we focus specifically on ADA accommodation laws in public places. Public places, such as restaurants, stores, and public buildings, are required by… Read More »
