I am scheduled to work 8.5 hours a day but only paid for 8. The .5 is supposed to be my lunch but I am not allowed to take it.
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Answered on October 04, 2016
I agree with Mr. Lee, this is completely illegal. If you are not taking a lunch break then your employer may not deduct half an hour each day from...
Can the employer cut your hours to avoid overtime in Florida?
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Answered on October 03, 2016
Yes, your employer may send you home early or ask that you not work in an effort to avoid having you work overtime. However, if you *already...
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Can I be terminated during approved time off for a medically required surgery?
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Answered on September 28, 2016
You may have a claim under Florida's anti discrimination laws. Additionally, you may have a cause of action under similar federal laws. If you have...
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Is there spelled out remedies for health discrimination?
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Answered on September 27, 2016
I agree with Mr. Cook, it's possible you have a cause of action under Florida's anti-discrimination statute. If you were terminated due to your...
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What do I do if I am only getting paid for 60 out of the 80 hours I have worked?
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Answered on September 01, 2016
I agree 100% with the previous response. You have a claim to the missing 20 hours of wages. Obviously you are not looking to jeopardize your...
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My company is denying me hours worked, over time hours at that!
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Answered on August 30, 2016
I agree with Mr. Lee. There are instances where an employee is entitled to compensation for drive time and loading/unloading materials and tools. I...
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Do I have a case?
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Answered on August 16, 2016
You can be terminated under Florida law for any reason so long as it's not based on discrimination (race, gender, age etc.). Unfortunately, I do...
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How many days can my employer work me with out any time off?Ibelieve I have had maybe three nights off this year.
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Answered on August 15, 2016
I agree with Mr. Howard's response. Although there is no requirement that you be given a day off, your employer must still compensated you for any...
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Can I force my employer to repay me for lunch hour time if they don't schedule me a lunch hour?
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Answered on July 07, 2016
Under the law, you are entitled to compensation for all time spent working. Therefore, if you are being docked 1 hour a day for lunch when you are...
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If you get arrested do you need to contact your employer?
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Answered on June 29, 2016
There is no law that requires you to report the arrest to your employer. However, your company may have policies that require you to do so. You...
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