I believe the answer to this question largely turns on where the work is actually being performed. If your work is being performed in Illinois...

I'm sorry you're dealing with this situation. The standard for hostile work environment in Florida is quite high. You need to show that the...

Federal employees do have more employment rights than private employees. I highly recommend contacting a firm that handles federal employment...

Agree with Mr. Starke unless your employment contract states that you are.

You do not need a lawyer from Tallahassee but you almost certainly could use a lawyer to guide you through this process. I highly recommend...

In general, non-competes are enforceable in Florida. However, there are exceptions like a couple that you mentioned: a verbal promise may override...

Maybe. It depends on the commissions agreement and the nature of the deferrals. Your question is more complex than you might think, and you...

Generally, an employer in Florida can terminate you for literally any reason, even unfair reasons, so long as the reason is not illegal or contrary...

This is likely a breach of contract issue and the cost/benefit analysis may come down to whether it's worth fighting over the 8 days of salary. ...

Agree with Mr. Schofield above. Size/weight, in and of itself, is not a protected class so an employer can typically use it as a job requirement. ...