What is considered a valid written notice of termination from an employer? Does it need to clearly state the termination?

No particular form is required. It could be given orally, in writing or scribbled on a napkin. An e-mail is more than fine and commonly used...

Is it legal for a trainer to confiscate your cell phone after having stated that if she sees or hears a phone she’ll collect it?

With all due respect to Mr. DeL'Etoile, Florida's Right to Work law has nothing to do with this situation. It applies only in unionized work...

I was wrongfully dismissed from my last job. Is there a time limit for taking some sort of action against my employer?

There are varying deadlines depending on the claims you wish to pursue. Some are quick, can be less than 180 days for an administrative filing. ...

Can I get fired for he said she said

Assuming you are employed under the "at-will" doctrine, yes, you can be fired for this -- even mistaken -- reason. All the best.

What can I do to get paid from an organization I worked for. ?

Your check it less than a week late. Give it another week and if you have not been paid reach out to an attorney of your choosing. Unpaid wage...

As a salary employee for a small retail company ,can I be forced to work 26 days straight, approximately 70 hours weekly,no day

The employer can require that you work as many hours and days as it wishes or needs, but it has an obligation to pay for that additional work at an...

No, when you leave employment you are not entitled to unemployment compensation. Hope this sheds some light and all the best.

This will not prevent you from teaching. It may, however, cause an employer or school to pass on employing you. It will be up to the individual...

Can I legally make commissions as a 1099 sales employee of laboratory tests?

There is nothing that should prevent a commission as an Independent Contractor. However, you shoiuld have you agreement reviewed by an attorney. ...

Florida teens who are 16 and 17 years old may work up to 30 hours per week, but not before 6:30 a.m. and not after 11 p.m. and for no more than 8...