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...

It can be a basis for denying you employment, however, what you do not mention is your race. There are discrimination cases being developed (race...

My previous employer hired me for his Personal Assistant & Caretaker at his home. I got sick and have been out of work sense.

You have several issues here. The overtime is the easiest of them; if you are entitled to overtime pay, getting it is relatively straight forward....

When starting a new job , does the employer have to sign a employment agreement with the employee in a certain time frame ?

Employment agreements are seldom entered into in Florida. If there is one being proposed to you, I recommend signing before you start working. As...

Not illegal unless the decision was motivated by some illegal reason and from your post that does not appear to be the case. In Florida, absent a...

Should I get a lawyer prior to going to mediation with my employer? They have not set a date yet.

As the others have indicated, yes, yes, yes. Keep in mind, however, that simply because the EEOC mentioned mediation is not an assurance that it...

Can I give my two week notice for resignation while on a medical/short term leave of absence?

You are able to quit or leave your job whenever you want and there is no requirement that you provide notice. This, of course, is unless you have...