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How Long Does a Settlement Take Overall?
Settlements offer a pivotal alternative to drawn-out court proceedings, providing a pathway to resolve many legal disputes without entering the courtroom. This approach helps avoid the lengthy lawsuits and prolonged, divisive battles often associated with litigation. For anyone preparing for a legal case, understanding the duration and process of a settlement is essential. The timeline…
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Can I Sue My Employer for Changing My Time Card?
Employees deserve to be paid accurately for their hours worked, so unauthorized time card changes can be not only upsetting but potentially illegal. If you have been wondering, “Can I sue my employer for changing my time card?” The possibility of suing hinges on specific circumstances. In this guide, we will explore the legalities of…
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How Much Can You Sue Your Employer for Misclassification?
You deserve to be paid a fair wage for the time and effort you devote to your work. Your employer, however, may not agree. Whether through deliberate scheming or ignorance of the law, your employer may attempt to skirt their obligations to pay you the wages and benefits you deserve by misclassifying you. Misclassifying employees…
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Can You Sue for ADA Violations?
Remarkable progress has been made in recent decades to make businesses and public forums accessible to individuals from all backgrounds. Nonetheless, individuals with disabilities may continue to experience trouble accessing these locations or participating fully in activities that take place there. When this occurs, individuals with disabilities and their loved ones may feel left out,…
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Can You Be Denied Employment for Dismissed Charges? Uncovering the Truth
When individuals are looking for a new job and have previously been arrested, but the charges were dismissed, they often have many questions. Common ones include: “Can you be denied employment for dismissed charges?” “Can employers ask about dismissed charges?”, and Do background checks show arrests without convictions?”,among others. If you are concerned about dismissed…
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Can an Employer Record Audio at the Workplace in Florida?
You likely spend a significant portion of your day at work, so it is only natural that you form friendships and relationships with your coworkers and supervisors. You communicate with these individuals daily, sometimes on a personal level and with the intention that your conversation be confidential. But can an employer record audio at the…
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Can an Employer Fire You for Taking Prescribed Medications?
If you are among many Americans who rely on prescription medications to manage a chronic condition, taking your medications at work is likely necessary. However, you may be embarrassed or hesitant to do so and even worry that it could jeopardize your work. Can an employer fire you for taking prescribed medications? If you have…
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Unmasking the Subtle and Blatant: Examples of Workplace Retaliation
Reporting unlawful conduct in the workplace — such as sexual harassment or unsafe working conditions — is critical to making your workplace a safe and productive environment. However, your employer may be less than thrilled to be the subject of inquiries, investigations, or other attention from outside authorities and agencies. These efforts and their subsequent…
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Understanding Your Rights: Can I Sue My Employer for Not Reporting My Injury?
“Can I sue my employer for not reporting my injury?” You may be left wondering this very thing if you have become injured or ill while on the job and are now struggling to get the benefits you need. Whether your employer has failed to notify its workers’ compensation insurer because of a careless oversight…
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Florida Workers’ Compensation Requirements
Workers’ compensation is provided by a majority of companies across the state. However, there are specific eligibility requirements for workers’ compensation in Florida and the available benefits they can receive. Florida workers’ compensation lawsare in place to provide much-needed benefits, although the process of getting them can be complex. All necessary documents must be accurate…
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