The law is straightforward in Florida as the other two attorneys have already mentioned. I would recommend being honest and straightforward about...

What would a lawyer look for in a lawyer?

I think this question needs to be answered in the context of the type of services you are looking for and the scope of the engagement. It depends...

Do I have to kill or pick up dead rats?

Assuming your employer is covered by the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA). OSHA has what is referred to as a "general duty" clause. The...

Can I have a claim against my employer regarding deferred wages?

As long as you were paid at least minimum wage, your only possible claim would be for breach of contract (or similar contractual theories). If the...

How serious and where do I start regarding my employer locking and setting alarms so employees couldn't leave building?

I my opinion, what your manager did was, at best, a serious violation of company policy and, at worst, a criminal violation under Florida law. ...

Ethics question?

Lawyer has a duty at all times really communicate with the client about the terms of an offer. Sometimes offers not as clear as they may appear,...

Under Florida law, you can be terminated for any reason as long as it is not unlawful. Even if you are terminated for a reason that seems unfair or...

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Maternity/FMLA with 50 employees?

I am assuming for purposes of this answer that your employer is definitely covered by the FMLA. In order for your employer to be covered by the...

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Will I go to jail

I am not an immigration lawyer and I am not entirely certain about the terms of a work visa. However, based on the facts that you have described,...

In 2016, I filed a verbal harassment complaint to HR that was never followed up on. Can HR withhold my meeting records from me

I will step into this but only with the understanding that I am weighing in my opinion based on the law. What I am about to tell you may or may not...