Can my employer deduct from my wages over a civil matter?

You may want to proceed a bit cautiously here. While there may not be a right for the employer to pull this from your paycheck, the more...

Regarding paycheck.

Mistakes happen in life and they can trickle into paychecks. Not illegal, but if they do not remedy the deficiency he has a claim for unpaid wages...

Do I need a lawyer and how would I retain a lawyer if I have no money?

I agree with the others that have commented; yes, go with a lawyer if you are able to find one and most, such as my office, can work on a...

How long is the statue of limitations for an employment issue in the state of Florida?

While Mr. Celler gives sound advice in nearly all posts, on this one I have to disagree. The limitations period on whistle blower claims is two...

Is my employer legally allowed to hire me fulltime only to then change me to partime to avoid benefits and higher pay?

If they did this because of your pregnancy you could have a discrimination claim and I strongly encourage you to reach out to counsel to explore...

Should everyone be required to follow company policy &procedures?

How an employer enforces it work place rules is within the discretion of the employer. Selective enforcement becomes a problem for an employer...

Was I illegally fired?

You are using the incorrect terms. Yes, Florida is a right-to-work State, but that applies only to being forced to join a union to work. What you...

Can I sue my job if I was hired as a dashwasher but I cut my finger on a ham slicer doing the cooks job

You cannot sue your employer, but you certainly have a claim that is covered under worker's compensation laws. If you have not filed a claim or...

Do I have to be paid time and a half for working overtime in Florida?

Yes, in all likelihood your friend is entitled to that over time pay. She should call out to someone that handles those claims as soon as...

Your post does not provide a lot of detail, but you could have some claims under our disability laws and the Family and Medical Leave Act. More...