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Category: Employee Rights
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What Is a Class Action Lawsuit?
When a business or individual causes harm to many people, it often makes sense for those affected to pursue a class action lawsuit. In this type of case, one or more individuals (referred to as “lead plaintiffs” or “named plaintiffs”) file a lawsuit on behalf of a larger group of people with similar claims. Any…
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Can You Sue Your Employer in Florida?
Navigating the legal landscape of employment rights can be a complex and daunting task. If you have been mistreated by your boss, direct supervisor, or company, you may feel like you have no recourse. You might consider it, but can you sue your employer in Florida? Under certain circumstances, you may be able to take…
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What Can You Sue Your Employer For?
According to Federal and Florida employment laws, you have certain rights as an employee in the Sunshine State. Employee rights in Florida are enforced by government agencies tasked with protecting workers. However, when those protections fall short, you may be able to sue your employer. What can you sue your employer for exactly? Several scenarios…
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Recognizing the Signs You Are Being Set Up to Fail at Work
If you are like most employed individuals in the United States, you go to work expecting that if you put in a good effort, your employer will support and continue to employ you. You may be caught completely off guard if you go to work one day only to hear that your boss is terminating…
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15 Common Illegal Things Restaurants Do to Employees
It is common knowledge that restaurant employees frequently face unfair and illegal practices. When a restaurant owner or manager breaks the law and violates workers’ rights, restaurant workers have options. Unfortunately, it is rare for workers in the restaurant industry to stand up for themselves by taking legal action. Laws protect the rights and finances…
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What to Expect When You Sue Your Employer (+ Pros and Cons)
Suing your employer is not a decision to be made lightly. Even when you and your attorney believe you have a meritorious case, there are certain factors you will want to consider before deciding to sue. Working with an experienced employment law attorney from the outset is the best way to ensure you are fully…
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Can You Work for a Company After You Sue Them?
Workers sue their employers for many reasons other than wrongful termination. In some cases, the plaintiff in the lawsuit may still be employed by the defendant. What happens next? Can you work for a company after you sue them? The short answer is yes. In fact, in most cases, the law protects workers from being…
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How Much Does an Employment Lawyer Cost?
When your employer has violated your rights in the workplace, a lawsuit is effective not only for exposing the wrongful conduct but also for obtaining compensation for any financial harm you sustained. Succeeding in such a lawsuit often depends on having skilled legal representation on your side throughout your case. Knowing how important an employment…
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Assessing the Decision: Is It Worth Suing Your Employer?
Your employer has discriminated against you, unfairly withheld your wages, or fostered a hostile and harassing work environment. In these and other similar situations, you have legal rights, and the most natural forum to assert them is in the courtroom. To get your case before a judge, you must file and litigate a lawsuit. Before…
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Can You Be Fired for Talking About Pay? A Guide
You might have grown up hearing that talking about finances in front of others was rude. However, this does not mean publicly discussing your finances is illegal. Federal law prohibits your employer from disciplining or firing you for discussing your pay and benefits with your coworkers. The National Labor Relations Act (“NLRA”) protects your right…
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