Is it possible to negotiate restrictive covenants?

All employment contract terms are subject to negotiation. Your success will largely depend on how badly the employer needs your services and...

My ex employer accused me of stealing checks that were written out to me for payroll by her. She filed a police report.

More is needed to guide you further, but it sounds like the officer will be forwarded a charging packet to the State Attorneys office who, in turn,...

I was fired and I had a 2 years non compete agreement. What they can do to me to stop me working?

Non-compete agreements are enforceable, however, the restrictions have to be reasonable and the enforcing employer must have a rational basis for...

You are entiteld to be paid for your time worked, all time, and that over 40 at 1.5 your normal rate. Don't see how any exemption would apply here...

Can an employer force an employee to remain on-site, off the clock, for an undetermined amount of time?

Mr. Jackson is correct and you may be entitled to overtime compensation if your time there exceeded 40 hours in any week. Contact any of the...

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Unless the employer had a policy that specifically states you do not have entitlement to that upon separation, it is an earned wage and you are...

Was given notice that I will be laid off soon. Who should I talk to about the Agreement they want me to sign?

You need to have a lawyer not only review the agreement, but also the facts and circumstances leading up to the lay-off. Signing the agreement...

Does your employer have the right to individually question employees about other employees bringing in (medicine) pills

Eric's answer is correct. You certainly have the right to not answer any questions and further the right to simply walk away and leave the job. I...

Is it legal to work more than 6 hours without a break.

Yes, there is no requirement that you be provided breaks.

My employer says they don't have to pay me hourly

Employer is requried to compensate you at no less than the minimum wage. Florida law requires a greater rate than than federal law and there are...