What constitute equal employment? Fairness in compensation?hostile work environment?

Having to share your tips with a Chef is very likely a violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act. You need to contact counsel to discuss in...

I think I have a civil rights case I'm not sure.

I have to disagree with certain of my colleagues, this is quite possibly a civil rights matter if the employer is either not accommodating a...

Can a salaried employee be docked for missed time under the fair labor standards act?

If an employer docks a salaried employees pay, the employer runs the risk of loosing the exempt status. What this translates to is that you could...

Do I have a case for hostile work environment, wrongful termination, racial discrimination, or a combination of these?

You certainly have potential claims here, but you need to speak with an attorney in detail. Do so before signing the agreement the employer...

Are salaried employees in Florida entitled to receive PTO benefits if they resign?

You first want to determine if you were truly exempt from overtime under the FLSA. Simply being paid a salary does not answer the question. As...

In FL an employer does not have to pay accrued PTO when a person resigns. How about when job is eliminated due to budget cuts?

I disagree that an employer does not have to pay accrued PTO. When it is accrued, that is earned over time, it is no different than earned wages...

Yup, employer sure can and most will. With the employment at will doctrine in place, employers don't need to have a reason and one like this,...

What qualifies as bullying in the workplace? My employer belittles me in front of the staff.

Bullying is not prohibited by law in the workplace. There are some harassment claims available and you touch on some facts that may give rise to a...

Management Disclosure

You cannot sue for the company's disclosure of this to your co-worker, but may be able to sue for the termination depending on why you are being...

I filed a complaint with the Eeoc and the city of Miami Beach on a age, gender and sexual orientation case.

There will be plenty of lawyers willing to represent you on an hourly basis. I recommend finding one associated with the Florida Chapter of the...