Wrongful Termination?

There are several issues that need exploration. The termination sounds like it could be retaliatory and in certain instances that could give rise...

Do employers in Florida have to pay accrued vacation time when terminating someone due to downsize / merger?

If the vacation time is accrued, and it appears that yours was, it is a simple claim for unpaid wages. What was earned by you was a deferred wage....

The likely answer is that they are going to investigate the matter. You can speak to the investigator once assigned, but like other counsel here,...

What can I do about this work environment?

Your condition could afford you protection under the State and federal disability laws requiring the employer to provide you reasonable...

If my employer's office policy manual specifies that suspension will be for "up to three days," can he suspend me for longer?

The employer is free to stand by or not its policies. However, you touch on a more important matter. Sounds like you were raising some...

Can my employer deduct pay from my paycheck during an unpaid suspension if I worked for 3 days that week, and I am exempt?

It is unclear from your post if you were exempt or not from overtime under the FLSA and being paid a salary does not answer the question. If you...

Florida non-compete agreement question

I agree with counsel that have stated the answer is not possible without a review of the particular agreement. It is worth your time and money in...

Can you be denied overtime?

No, you are entitled to wages for only hours worked. If you did not work hours for any reason, you are not entitled to be compensated for them.

EEOC discrimination statues of limitation will expire but lawyer wants EEOC FOIA of charge before filing

This is not an uncommon practice. First, obtaining the file before filing suit is part of being diligent and determining the employer's position...

Recording an encounter with the police

You cannot record the voice of another in Florida without their consent. As for the video recording, you may have that right, but you also need to...