Author Archives: Jay Butchko
FAQs About Sex Discrimination Cases in Florida
Federal and Florida anti-discrimination laws prohibit employers from treating employees differently because of protected characteristics, including both sex and gender. As defined by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), sex-based discrimination is treating a worker unfavorably due to factors related to sex, gender, orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy. Despite these prohibitions, the EEOC still… Read More »
What Protections Do I Have Against Age Discrimination in Florida?
When you work in Palm Beach Gardens or for an employer nearby in Florida, you may have protections against age discrimination in the workplace under federal and/or state law. Age discrimination is just one type of employment discrimination, but it takes specific forms. Depending upon your age, and the number of employees in your… Read More »
What Forms Can Sexual Harassment Take?
Sexual harassment can take many different forms in Palm Beach Gardens workplaces, and sometimes it can be difficult for employees to know if they are experiencing offensive conduct or behavior that rises to the level of harassment. Whenever you have any concerns about sexual harassment, whether you are the target or your workplace is… Read More »
4 Accommodations Owed to Disabled Employees in Florida
Florida employers have made great strides in terms of promoting inclusivity in the workplace, but employees with disabilities are still adversely affected by on-the-job conditions. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires employers to provide a reasonable accommodation that enables a disabled worker to perform job-related tasks. Still, some workers are forced to quit… Read More »
What are the Legal Steps Under Florida Whistleblowers Laws?
If you observe misconduct by your employer that harms the interests of the federal or state government, you might consider bringing the illegal acts to the attention of officials. At the same time, you are right to be concerned about getting fired or being treated unfairly at work as a form of retaliation. Fortunately,… Read More »
Three Pregnancy Discrimination Laws That Protect Expectant Employees
Pregnant employees in Florida might be vulnerable to mistreatment by employers if not for federal and state anti-discrimination laws. These statutes protect you from termination or other adverse consequences, such as being denied a promotion or suffering a reduction in pay. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and its state counterpart, the Florida Commission… Read More »
Spotting the Subtle Signs of Religious Discrimination
No matter what type of discrimination is affecting an employee at work, it is rare that an employer will be obvious and outrageous about engaging in mistreatment. The more likely scenario is that the company will be subtle or even secretive, especially with religious discrimination. Statistics from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) indicate… Read More »
What Does Joint Employer Status Mean Under Florida Employment Laws?
In a typical employment relationship in Florida, an employee works for a single employer who pays wages and carries the responsibility of complying with employment laws. However, it is also common for an employee to have a dual workload with two separate employers that are linked in some way. The arrangement establishes two or… Read More »
Defenses Florida Companies Use to Fight a Race Discrimination Claim
When a Florida employer engages in racial discrimination with workplace operations, there are consequences for the company and legal remedies for the employee. It is possible for a worker to recover monetary damages, including amounts for back pay, front pay, interest, and pain and suffering. You may have grounds to file a charge if… Read More »
Filing a Florida Versus Federal Employment Discrimination Charge
No matter what type of discrimination you suffered at work, there is a specific legal process for enforcing your rights under both US and Florida statutes. The most common law that employers violate is Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, but there are many others. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and Florida… Read More »