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Cheap Vacation Rentals in Florida
It is chiefly famous as the ‘Sunshine State’ all over the world. Northern Florida, Southern Cheap Vacation Rentals in Florida are the main parts through which tourists can explore this state in to... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Punitive damages for retaliation in Florida
In a Florida whistleblower retaliation lawsuit, does Florida law provide for punitive damages to the prevailing party or is it specific to compensatory damages only? applies to Florida · 1 answer

PTO Florida for California Employee
I resigned from a company in Florida after 3 years of service. I have 195hrs in PTO are they obligated to pay this out? applies to California · 1 answer

Why does Florida limit unemployment to 6 weeks and maximum benefits $3000. my daughter has an advanced degree and the type of job and title she is looking for in Florida hasn’t been available without moving away and right now she can’t leave because o
If federal laws provide 6 months unemployment and more than $5000, then how can Florida stop benefits at 6 weeks and $3000. I have tried and tried in my field to get a job but other have already gotte... applies to Florida · 0 answers

I am a Florida resident however my company pays me from California and I am considered a CA employee ..I was wrongfully terminated and would like to speak to a lawyer here in Florida but I keep being told I must use a CA lawyer . Is there anyone here who
Retaliation, violation if HIPPA applies to Florida · 1 answer

I am a manager of a restaruant in Ohio. My boss, the regional manager called me in to her office and told me that one of the customers have accused one of my hostesses of sexual harrasment. My boss knows a friend who was in the same situation in Florida w
I just want to understand how my case is different from the Florida case, and what legal actions I should take? applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Non compete , non solicitaion H1B via agreement- employer in NJ, I am working in Florida
employer in NJ, I am working in Florida applies to Florida · 0 answers

When to file for Florida benefits when I have a severance agreement
I have a question about the timing of when to file for unemployment benefits in Florida. I have a severance agreement that will pay me an equivalent of eight weeks of work. Currently, currently Florid... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Termination & Florida Law
Under Florida law, when must an employer provided the final paycheck upon termination? Are the any reasons they can withhold this paycheck legally? applies to Florida · 1 answer

in Florida can an employer REQUIRE 1 month notice for resignation? Can they withhold pay if 1 month is not given?
I am an exempt employee, not under contact, in Florida. According to my handbook my employer requires 1 month notice, otherwise they may hold salary earned and / or leave paid accrued. Is this legal? applies to Florida · 2 answers

How long can a non-compete clause be enforced in the state of Florida?
I sold a manufacturing company that produces a unique line of products. All of the products were designed exclusively by myself. The purchaser made me sign a 10 year non-compete clause but my attorney... applies to Florida · 2 answers

30 Hour Work Week Health Care Benefits
I'm moving from a 40 hour/week job in Texas, to a 30-hour/week job in Florida. Here in Texas I get health benifits but in Florida I will not be provided with the company health insurance plan. The Hum... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Can I provide clinical supervision to someone working as a 1099 independent contractor?
I am currently serving as a "Qualified Supervisor" for a "Registered Clinical Social Work Intern" (a pre-licensed therapist) in Florida. Can I hire her to offer therapy to clients as a 1099 independen... applies to Florida · 0 answers

In Florida, can I work during severance payout period without affecting my ability to collect?
In Florida, I am getting a lump sum severance payment that covers 3.5 months. I understand that I cannot collect unemployment until that period ends. But will I be penalized if I work during that peri... applies to Florida · 0 answers

i work for a company in Florida but they use an employment agency to handle their payroll so my W2 says I work for the Alabama company, not my Florida company where I report to work. What state do I file unemployment in?
I work for a Florida company that uses an Alabama based employment services company which is what appears on my W2 and in the employee handbook as my employer. I went to my employer in December as the... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Withdrawn offer
I received and accepted a written job offer for a Florida sales position for a company based in NC. One week after receiving and accepting the offer, and after giving notice to my current employer, th... applies to Florida · 1 answer

It's been 14 years since I signed a non compete agreement in Ohio is it possible for the ex employer to come after me if I violated it. Two years before I signed it I went to business for self in the same field.
In 2000 I joined in a partnership in direct competition with my employer, I was told he was moving to Florida and shutting this company down and starting a new company not related to what we were sell... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Non-compete, South Florida - company sold
Non-compete, South Florida I signed a 2 yr non compete with a office copier supplier. They let me go 8 months later with proper severence due to costs, not me. The whole company just got sold to anoth... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Job Abandonment in FLORIDA.
If an employee in FLORIDA is scheduled to work until 5pm but clocks out and walks off the property at 3pm with no notice, no authorization, and no attempt to contact a member of management and has not... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Is there anyway to get a cash out for accrued sick time when leaving a big company in Florida?
I work for a top insurance company I’m Florida. I am leaving to go to another company. Is there anyway to get compensated for my sick time that I accrue? They already have a policy to compensate for... applies to Florida · 0 answers

I work in Florida and my employer is telling me I cannot take unpaid vacation. Is this allowed?
I work as an hourly employee where I accrue PTO at a rate of 1.5 hours a week. I want to accrue vacation to be able to have enough for a trip next year, 80 hours. I want to take two days unpaid now so... applies to Florida · 2 answers

I work in Florida, been with the company 13 years and my annual pto including sick time is now 248 hours. Can my employer cut back my pto allowance starting next year? Is there any minimum they cannot go below?
Employed full time in Florida. Pto allowance has been determined by company handbook policy for the 13 years I've worked for this employer. applies to Florida · 0 answers

I live in the State of Florida. I was recently laid off as part of a Reduction in Force. I have accrued PTO. The company states that all remaining PTO is forfeited unless required to be paid out by the particular state. Is Florida one of those states?
I live in the State of Florida. I was recently laid off as part of a Reduction in Force. I have accrued PTO. The company states that all remaining PTO is forfeited unless required to be paid out by th... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Is a Florida non-compete enforceable in another state?
I relocated from AZ to FL for a job which required signing a non-compete. The "territory" defined in the agreement is defined as United States of America. The agreement specifies that it is governed b... applies to Florida · 0 answers

wage payment and reimbursement of bs expenses
Need guidance concerning wage payment, including final pay & reimbursement of out of pocket expenses. I reside in Texas and have a signed employment agmt w/ a Florida company. The contract is governed... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Enforceable non compete?
I'm currently starting up a business here in Florida. I'm looking to hire someone as an employee to work from his home in New Jersey. My candidate is unsure about working for me because he currently h... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can my employer reduce my pay to minimum wage if there is no policy i signed for quitting/no notice?
After I worked 40 hours I quit without notice. My employer reduced my wages to minimum wage and took pay that was a manual check from what i was owed the previous pay period. Is this allowed in Florid... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Florida Employee job eliminated severance one month after laid off.
Florida Employee job eliminated. Received Lump sum Severance pay one month after termination date (equal to 12 weeks pay before taxes). I had no income for month prior to receiving the severance was I... applies to Florida · 0 answers

If I was fired from a job in Florida for stealing, with no proof! Is my former employer allowed to disclose the reason for firing me to prospective employers?
tender in Florida. When I showed up for work last week I was approached at my vehicle by the owner handed a check for two weeks and asked to give the key back. I asked what was wrong I was given no ex... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I was an employee for the Florida Department of Corrections. I have recently been terminated ..
I was an employee for the Florida Department of Corrections. I have recently been terminated on the accusation of a crime not pertaining to work. At this time I am just being accused of this crime, I ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

release of non compete
Phyllis, my company is in litigation and will be closing down and possibly filing Chapter 7. I am not sure if I signed a non compete and we are a Florida company. I have worked for them for 30 years a... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Do I as a non-profit employer In Florida have to pay PTO when an employee already has 80 hours in the 2-week pay period?
We are really struggling with donations during this pandemic. Do I as a non-profit employer In Florida have to pay PTO when an employee already has 80 hours in the 2-week pay period? applies to Florida · 0 answers

I have a non compete in Florida 18 months 50 me radius. The original non compete was also altered by my ex employers. I have a copy of original where items where left out, date was left off etc. when the law suit came about they turned in a copy that was
I need help with this please. I need to know if you advise me to retain a labor law attorney. The restrictions on my non compete seem to be very irrational. They will not negotiate anything pheasible ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

is it legal to withhold first pay check in florida
withholding first paycheck applies to Florida · 1 answer

In the State of Florida, is there a law requiring an employer to allow a salaried employee to carry over PTO? Thanks!
Please see above. applies to Florida · 1 answer

hi i work for a comp for 5 year i'm in Florida i left because i have another opportunity i have 2 weeks vacantion i need to know if lost my vacation
yes applies to Florida · 1 answer

I was RIF'd on June 20th. I have 45 days to sign my severance agreement. Can I collect unemployment in those 45 days? This is in Florida
In Florida. I was RIF'd on June 20th and have 45 days to sign the severance agreement. If I wait to the 45th day to sign, can I collect unemployment for day 1-44? applies to Florida · 2 answers

My bf is the assistant manager in a produce department at a grocery store in Florida. His manager (manger of the department) was from a workers comp medical issue. My bf was given the temp title of manager and a $1 an hour pay increase. Its been a year. T
Grocery store in Florida. Boss was on medical leave from a workers comp injury. $1 an hour pay increase and temp title was given. It has been a year. The manager is now coming back next week full time... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Severance pay without signed agreement
My husband was recently laid-off from his job. He was sent a legal agreement in the mail from the corporate office which sounded very "fishy" . The agreement said he would never seek future employment... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I'm in Florida. I am an inside sales consultant. My employer states I cannot work from home because I have to be an hourly paid associate. Is this true?
I'm in Florida. I am an inside sales consultant. My employer states I cannot work from home because I have to be an hourly paid associate. Is this true? applies to Florida · 1 answer

Is it true that in Florida a state employee can make any seemingly slanderous claim about a co-worker to the Administration (for instance, the co-worker routinely exposes her breasts in public) without any repercussion, such as being sued for slander, by
Is it true that in Florida a state employee can make any seemingly slanderous claim about a co-worker to the Administration (for instance, the co-worker routinely exposes her breasts in public) withou... applies to Florida · 0 answers

I have an employee that was working for my company for 5 years. She left during her day work and never came back. Now she is asking for her PTO. What is the law in Florida? do i have to pay her the PTO or no?
I have an employee that was working for my company for 5 years. She left during her day work and never came back. Now she is asking for her PTO. What is the law in Florida? do i have to pay her the PT... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Is it legal for an employer to request mandatory overtime from non-exempt (hourly) employees over the weekend and make it policy that if the employees cannot do the OT they must use their accrued PTO time? State is Florida.
Is it legal for an employer to request mandatory overtime from non-exempt (hourly) employees over the weekend and make it policy that if the employees cannot do the OT they must use their accrued PTO ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Hello, I lost my job in Ohio, was offered severance and DID NOT file for unemployment due to the severance. I ended up moving to Florida for a job and am now unemployed again after 6 months. My question is, can I go back and still file for Ohio's unemploy
Hello, I lost my job in Ohio after 1.5 years with company, was offered severance and DID NOT file for unemployment due to the severance. I ended up moving to Florida for a job and am now unemployed ag... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Does my employer have a right to deny paying me pto upon termination in the state of florida
I was terminated and still have pto accrued. Do I have a right to it? applies to Florida · 0 answers

Non-compete
In Florida, if you are fired, or layed off is a non-compete contract still valid? applies to Florida · 1 answer

Hello, I’m in Florida and have been made aware by my Residential Supervisor that I’m not allowed to report to work until an investigation is completed about a complaint. I then asked what was going on and he told me he didn’t know he would get back
Curious of Rights applies to Florida · 0 answers

Update to my question... I am in Florida and wondering if I have a chance at winning an appeal?
I am in Florida. I was laid off and given a severance package for 3 months to be paid out biweekly. It has been paid out bi-weekly until 1/15 when the company decided that it would pay out the remaini... applies to Florida · 2 answers

What to do if my former employer is defaming about me stealing from his company?
I am in Florida and my former employer tell to Florida unemployment that he didnt fired me that I resigned when he talked to me that I was misusing company funds at my favor, he claimed that I was add... applies to Florida · 0 answers

In Florida, how does unemployment work after receiving lump sum of severance?
I am in Florida. I was laid off and given a severance package for 3 months to be paid out biweekly. It has been paid out bi-weekly until 1/15 when the company decided that it would pay out the remaini... applies to Florida · 2 answers

I put in a 2 week notice in Florida at a job I've been with for 4 years I had a week vacation left and they said that they would pay me out on that like they did on a previous empoyee and now the day of me getting my last check they tell me they are not g
Help applies to Florida · 1 answer

Mandatory unpaid meetings
I work as a cabler and we get paid per job in Florida. I have two hour long meetings weekly and I wanted to know if they were ripping us off by not paying us. applies to Florida · 0 answers

I work for Publix in Florida, I'm going on FMLA for knee surgery, can they make me take my sick days and vacation time for my FMLA to kick in
Need to know if it's a law, or up to the company applies to Florida · 1 answer

Yes my company BJ’s wholesale club just told me they were realigning their business and they didn’t go some positions I’m an HR manager and they chose to let me go with the servants pay but they’re asking me to sign the papers right now but online
I live in Florida applies to Florida · 0 answers

In Florida, are employers required to pay employees after they give a two week notice? I gave a two week notice to my employer and they told me not to come in for those two weeks. Are they required to pay me for those two weeks because I gave them notice?
In Florida, are employers required to pay their employees after their 2-week notice? I gave a two week notice and my company said to not come in for those two weeks. However, are the still required to... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Florida employee. Unemployed now. Received lump sum severance at termination time (RIF) to equal two months' pay, but no current payments or income. Can I receive unemployment now, during 2 months following termination?
Florida employee. Unemployed now. Received lump sum severance at termination time (RIF) to equal two months' pay, but no current payments or income. Can I receive unemployment now, during the 2 month ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Hello - I was working in Florida and was laid off 3/31/2021 due to a reduction of force (COVID). I was paid approximately 9 weeks of severance in one lump sum payment. I've been battling with the FL DEO (long story I won't go into), and now they're saying
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I'm a licensed security officer and I was told that if a officer relieving me has called out or don't show up, I must stay behind to cover that post. Failure to comply, I will be terminated and reported to the Florida State Division of Licensing
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I willingly resigned on short notice due to relocation. Not because of any crime. Should I expect a check with my leave pay aftet 60 to 90 days? Or did that become invalid because I resigned so abruptly?
I was a Correctional Office for the Florida Department of Corrections. applies to Florida · 0 answers

Hi I was working for a company in Florida my husband was recently killed in a car accident and I am left in another state with my two kids I have no choice but to move back to Texas where all my family is I let my company know two months in advance of my
Unemployment question applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can I still qualify for the federal unemployment benefit of $600 per week, even if I don't qualify for Florida's unemployment?
Ok, so do you have an answer? applies to Florida · 0 answers

travel expense reimbursement for a W2 employee
I had interviewed for, and subsequently received an offer for W2 subcontract employment from a contracting company in NY state for work in NY state. I am a resident of Florida. Both during the talks w... applies to New York · 1 answer

Hi I work in private sector in Florida. My bosses decided to have all employees currently employed pay back negative PTO (they had already paid them) They looked at the past year, and unilaterally decided they were going to deduct the time in increments f
I work in private sector. We have a handbook that clearly states how much time everyone has for PTO. Company policy states that you notify your supervisor and boss to request time off. They approve th... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can employee sue employer for firing for giving 2 weeks notice and not giving paycheck?
Mel, My husband has been at his job over 15 years. His job is in Florida. He JUST got another job but has not put his notice in yet at his present employer. He said that EVERYONE that has put their no... applies to Florida · 0 answers

I emailed my manager my resignation date, from my NYC job, to be effective April 14th. My manager decided to make my resignation date as of April 11th. They did not tell me if I was terminated, laid off or what. Now, I want to claim unemployment in Florid
I moved to Orlando, Florida as of April 19th from Jersey City, NJ. I worked in NYC, as a contractor from December 1, 2014 until management took my resignation date effective April 11th, 2016. My resig... applies to Florida · 2 answers

non compete out of state
My question is wehter my company headquartered in RI can enforce a noon compete while I reside and work in Florida. Specifically they state for one year in North America or Europe I cannot go to anyon... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I converted my LLC from New York to Florida as I have physically moved there, however am still doing business with clients in New York. Do I need to dissolve my LLC in New York and register to do business there as a foreign LLC? Or keep it as-is?
I converted my LLC from New York to Florida as I have physically moved there, however am still doing business with clients in New York. Do I need to dissolve my LLC in New York and register to do busi... applies to New York · 0 answers

Non-Compete Enforceability after termination in FL
I was recently terminated from my job in Jacksonville Florida. When I was hired with the company I signed a non-compete agreement. Is that non-compete enforceable if I have been terminated and did not... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I am receiving a year's severance starting in 2016 from a company in Indiana due to the company's severance plan. I moved to Florida effective 12/29/15. Will I owe Indiana taxes for the year that I receive the severance pay?
I am receiving one year's severance starting in 2016 from a company in Indiana due to the company's severance plan. I moved from Indiana to Florida effective 12/29/15. The company is withholding India... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Hola, yo trabajé por más de 10 años para una compañía de verduras en naples Florida pero renuncie por qué el trabajo se tornó difícil con el nuevo alministrador yo tenía tres semanas pendientes una de ellas la iba a tomar una semana después de m
Hola, yo trabajé por más de 10 años para una compañía de verduras en naples Florida pero renuncie por qué el trabajo se tornó difícil con el nuevo alministrador yo tenía tres semanas pendient... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can my husbands former employer deny him a weeks vacation after approving it, then lay him off?
My husband took one of his weeks of paid vacation. After he returned he was laid off and now his employer does not want to pay him. We are from Miami, Florida. What can we do? applies to Florida · 0 answers

In Florida, how does unemployment work after receiving lump sum of severance?
My last day is Sept 30th and I will receive lump sum severance in October for 40 weeks. What is the current answer for 2019. applies to Florida · 0 answers

Am I supposed to repay the relocation assistance if I left because of my boss's abusive behavior?
I emptied out my office and walked out because my boss was behaving in a violent and abusive (swearing) manner. Later on someone told me that he is suffering from ADHD. The google search revealed he h... applies to Texas · 0 answers

How is that legal to do. When we have worked a 40 hr workweek with 10 hrs of overtime already?
I live in Florida. How can that be legal to take my PTO, threaten to write me up, or fire me for not showing up on mandatory overtime on Saturdays, when I have already worked a 40 hour work week. applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can u sue in Florida for going to Hr and complaining on direct supervisors and then being treated unfairly , tormented, ostersized and then target. Then being fired for false statements
I was terminated after supervisors made false statements on me and lying . This all stems from me going to corporate hr and reporting them applies to Florida · 0 answers

company is offering early voluntary retirenment for individuals with ten years or more and age 55 and older for senior mgrs at regional level and above-why are they using this criteria and is it legal.
company office is located in MASS BUT HAVE LOCATIONS ALONG THE EAST COAST FROM MAINE TO FLORIDA-IAM IN THE FIELD OPERATIONS DIVISION applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

What is the Florida law regarding employer requirement to pay final pay check?
I gave a verbal 2 week notice of job termination and my employer asked me to leave immediately. My former employer has not paid me for the 33 hours I worked in the last pay period. applies to Florida · 0 answers

I'm going to quit my job for a better one and I haven't taken my vacation, will i get it if I quit?
I've worked for my employer for over 1year. I have a week vacation that i need to make sure I don't lose it if I quit. I have a better job opportunity so I would really like to get and I already have ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Employee right to veiw personnel file.
I need that law on personnel files in Florida that stipulates an employee can review his/her personnel file. Does the HR Manager have to supervise. Does any information have to be removed. Thanks, applies to Florida · 1 answer

Non-Compete Question
I have a non-compete agreement in a Right To Work State (Florida). A client of mine has asked me to go work for them (a completely different industry than I am currently in), however, my contract stat... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Florida can an emplor say tah you are not re-hirable when are searching for another job
My company says that about many people that they have fired or resgined. When they call our company they that they are not re-hirable keeping them from getting another job they also denie many people ... applies to Florida · 0 answers

In Florida, does an employer have to honor 401[k] contributions wrt PTO paid out subsequent to termination?
A terminated employee is requesting a modification to the PTO payment received to include employee and employer 401[k] match. applies to Florida · 1 answer

Non Payment of Severance
My wife has a severance agreement for six months pay. The company refuses to pay on the agreement. In Florida is this considered non-payment of wages? Can we get attorney fees? applies to Florida · 1 answer

2018 Florida Unemployment Insurance. How does it work regarding severance?
I received a lump sum severance on 11/1/2018. May I apply to collect unemployment starting the next week Sunday 11/4/2018 since I will have no income coming in? Plus the owner put 33% to the IRS for w... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Non-compete
I am currently working for an IT Company in Columbus. I am moving to another state in which my employer does not do any business in that area. They say the non-compete is valid. NON-COMPETE TERMS: Can... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

In Florida if I am employed with an employee is it legal for them to take accrued PTO due to me changing to part time
I was full time I went back to school they approved schedule change to 32 hours per week but later stated I lost the PTO I earned prior to schedule change applies to Florida · 1 answer

Non-compete without any additional compensation, and broad undefined terms?
My wife was forced to sign a non-compete as part of her contract, however, she was not compensated in any way for it. It is valid if she is not compensated for signing? Additionally, the geographic re... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I signed a non-compete upon hire as an internal recruiter of a staffing agency. After three days I was told that I have to work weekends and that presented a schedule conflict so I no longer worked for company. I am a recruiter and want to ask if a non-co
Florida Office Professional Staffing Agency vs skill trade Staffing Agency applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can an employer take any legal action against me if I use all my PTO and never go back?
I'm moving out of state so I won't be able to work at my current job in Florida, and my job won't pay PTO after termination if you haven't been there a year. I would like to use my PTO and never come ... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can I do my unemployment orientation online or in another state? I got a job interview in Florida?
Receiving unemployment in NY job interview in Fl same day as mandatory orientation in NY applies to New York · 1 answer

Write-ups and Withholding Pay (Salaried Employees)
One of our Partners wants to implement the following policy for his client: If avoidable error committed, person is written up. Second time sent home without pay. These are salaried employees, in Flor... applies to Georgia · 1 answer

Can a State determination be used to support a claim of discrimination?
the state of Florida found that I quit due to intolerable working conditions. They allowed me to receive unemployment benifits. Can this determination be used to support my discrimination claim with t... applies to Florida · 1 answer

salary or not salary ?
I am classified as a salary employee, my check stub states salary 40 hours, although I am required to work a min of 50 hours weekly. If i miss a day of work,( out sick, emergency,) I am forced to eith... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I live in florida. i gave my two notice and completed it fully. I had PTO time that I had not taken and was paid out on my PTO, is this legal?
Not paid my out on my PTO time while giving a two weeks notice. applies to Florida · 1 answer

In Florida, can they take my old PTO time to give me a new one. I lost some hours.
I had 20 hours PTO time. After 6 months I was eligible for another 40. But they took my 20 hrs that I had away to give me my new 40. Can they do that? applies to Florida · 0 answers

I was falsely accused of violating HIPAA & fired, I have evidence and damages, but FL = at-will
and immediately terminated from my job without any investigation. I have a pile of actual damages, damages to my reputation, and the complaint filed with HSS by the patient says that I released inform... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Florida non-compete for only working there 45 days- was still in prob. period
I resigned my job to accept this position. I was not informed of NCA until say I started. I was not paid what they told me I would make, I quit after 45 days. I was still in prob. period. they were to... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Florida law on employee having access to their own employment files
Does a employee of a Company have the right to see their own records or files. Or do they have to get a lawyer to be able to see them. I would really like to know what law is on this matter. You know ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

I was recently affected by a company laid off in Florida. They did not payout unused PTO days. Hourly employees earn vacation and sick pay... they received payouts. Salaried employees earn PTO days to use for days off whether sick or
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I live in Florida and work a commission based job, my employer wants to deduct 5% of the commission for paperwork being done improperly and put you on probation. This would be for a 2 week period. Is this legal?
The commission is 50%. If you make a mistake on your paperwork like missing a receipt deduction or credit card fees they are planning on reducing your commission to 45% for 2 weeks and put you on a pr... applies to Florida · 1 answer

COMPANY CLOSING WITH NO NOTICE - SEVERENCE PAY ?
I HAVE BEEN EMPLOYED BY A SMALL CONSTRUCTION COMPANY FOR THE PAST 9 YEARS. THE OWNER AND HIS SON ARE PLANNING TO RELOCATE THE BUSINESS TO ANOTHER PART OF FLORIDA APPROXIMATELY 2-3 HOURS AWAY. I WILL N... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I was a consultant for a hospital for close to two years. When they were bought out by a larger organization, they hired myself and one other consultant at the higher hourly rate we were making and with benefits. Now they want to cut back on the pay. But
I am the loser here being terminated, not because of any wrong doing but to save money, and being asked to stay on but be employed by another firm knowingly aware that this is a way to pay me less tha... applies to Maine · 0 answers

In Florida, if an employee provided 4 weeks notice, and the employer decides to let them go immediately; is the employer legally required to pay the 4 full weeks and vacation/PTO time?
Payment required by law when an employee provided notice? applies to Florida · 0 answers

PTO payout in Florida. I have accrued 50 hours of PTO while on a rate of $50/hr. My hourly was reduced to $30/hr and at that time accrued 30 hours of PTO. I have since left this employer and received my PTO check in an amount of 80 PTO hours at my REDUCED
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please help me !!!!!!!
I am a consultant for a company in maryland and I live in florida. I am owed $ 16,000.00 in wages and expences. I sued the company and now they claim they owe me nothing. I have a contract and bank re... applies to Florida · 1 answer

am i entitled to accrued pto in florida if i quit without notice
i was offered ajob which allowed me to move closer to my daughters but required me to quit my current job without notice.i need to know if i am entitled to accrued pto & retirement. my reason for givi... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Does contract breach void contract and fee me of a non-compete
I signed a non-compete with a firm in Florida. I was terminated and can now not work in my field. The employer is in breach of the employment contract for failing to provide me health insurance as wri... applies to Florida · 1 answer

My employer is ending PTO. They state they will buy back unused hours at $.25 on the dollar. I'm in Florida. Is this legal. I have 400 hours of PTO
New CEO is changing things. No more PTO will be earned. But employees like me have earned several hours that tops off at 400 hours. I have yet to have any chance to use it all. Now they are making an ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

non compete laws in Florida
If a 1099 worker is told by the owner of the company they are working for they must sign non compete contract or be terminated, the worker only allowed briefly to read over it, not given a copy, not w... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I'm in Florida and decided to use my paid time off. When I came back I worked for one day and decided I no longer wanted to be in that field. My pto was approved, but on the day I decided to quit they went in and canceled my pto. They only paid me for the
Need help with paid time off. applies to Florida · 0 answers

Sign a non-compete or be terminated
Is it legal in the state of Florida for an employer to fire an employee for refusing to sign a non-compete form? I have worked for this company a year and now they are all but threatening to to fire m... applies to Florida · 1 answer

My work week runs thurs. Through wed. I work sun. Through mon. 7 days straight and get no overtime in florida why? Jerri
My work week runs thursday through Wednesday i get paid every 2 weeks so if i work 7 days straight sunday through monday i wont get overtime why? applies to Florida · 0 answers

Hello, We are starting a web-based business that will be hiring freelance stylists as independent contractors to perform services in private residences. Is it required by the state of Florida for us to obtain Liability insurance or for the stylist to carr
Liability insurance requirements in the state of Fl for freelance stylists performing services in private homes. applies to Florida · 0 answers

What are the limits of damages for disability discrimination in FL against a state agency?
What are the limits of damages for disability discrimination (failure to promote) in Florida against a state agency? I understand FL law caps it at like $200,000 and doesn't allow for punitive damages... applies to Florida · 0 answers

our s-corp business is Florida is closing and my husband was the sole shareholder. Can he transfer the company car from corporate to private without paying sales tax again?
When I asked someone that handles auto registrations about transferring the car from a company vehicle to private she said she thought it could be transferred without paying sales tax again if it was ... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can my work place take my PTO for overtime weekend hours?
I work in Florida, and my place of work is requiring we work 10 hrs 5 days a week and two Saturdays in a row and next off. They stated they would take our PTO if we happen to not come in on Saturdays.... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Employment contract
After 6 months into my employment, my employer is asking to sign a contract where I must agree to a 90 day resignation notice. I told them I was not going to sign the contract under those terms, and t... applies to Florida · 1 answer

In Florida since hurricane Michael the hospital laid off too many people. We have been working short staffed for more than six months and told not to even think about taking time off. A lot of our PTO accumulation has been maxed out for months and we just
Hospital was damaged during the hurricane. Retained enough people to operate the ER. Then started opening up sections of the hospital without bringing on enough help. PTO balance maxed and cash out us... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Is My Employer in Breach of Contract
From December 2008 until January 2012, I worked for Paul Mitchell the School-Jacksonville, a Beauty School. After having worked for them for over two years I was forced to sign a non compete agreement... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can I be denied a "day of request" when it is requested for religious purposes?
Can I be denied "day of request" for religious purposes in the state of Florida applies to Florida · 1 answer

my employer just demoted due to me because I can't fulfill one of the job duties due to medication. They also gave me a pay cut, can the employer do this? State of Florida Resident
I was out on FMLA and returned back to work and I provided doctor notes that stated I could not be oncall due to the medication and the side affects today my employer came in and told me that I would ... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can a employer withhold or not pay me my vacation pay if i quit on the last day of my vacation?
I have 1 week vacation saved. I want to take my vacation before quiting to go work else where. Can the employer not pay me if i take my vacation, with permission, and then quit on the last day of my v... applies to Florida · 0 answers

I recently sent in my resignation letter and had vacation approved the week before. I sent my resignation in the day my vacation started and it is supposed to end tomorrow. According to this company they are saying I resigned that day I sent it in at 5:54
I live in Florida and the Doctor I worked for privately, sold the practice a year ago and they grandfathered in all of my sick and vacation time into one account called pto. They are trying to say eff... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Non-compete agreement re: inability to "bid"
My husband works in a very specialized field as a consultant. There are only 3-4 other companies who operate in this field. He signed a non-compete agreement 9 years ago which says he cannot "bid" aga... applies to California · 2 answers

Do I have a lawsuit for being let go due to kidney disease?
I was a clinical liaison for almost one year with a LTAC hospital. I was triple what my goal was in my last month. Never missed work and even worked after hours from home. First I was cut down to half... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Is it legal for an employment agency to make half your salary and I just get half. Also. Is it legal to get fired for trying to better oneself
Is it legal for an employment agency to take half your pay and I only get half Of my pay? Also, is it legal to get fired if someone snitches to your Employer that you want to better yourself? Asking f... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Non competitve agreement when selling a business
I signed a non competitve agreement when I sold my business stating that I would not work in a 100 mile radius Ft. Walton Beach, FL for 5 years. The new owner of the business is not pursuing the adver... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Lunch break time
I work in Florida and have 30 min lunch break every day. Sometimes my lunch takes 25min or 2-3 minutes less than 30min. My boss constantly rounds it to 30 min in my ADP. I wonder if my lunch can last ... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can I get my job back if my employer terminates me for failing drug test?
I was on a community service day through my employer, in Florida, at which I got injured on and had to go to the hospital. I was given an alcohol and drug test. The drug test came back positive for ma... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Golden Umbrella Insurance
I am considering employment at a small (less than 20 employees) company that is well established (third generation) in Florida but want to insure against business failure. I am interested in a policy ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Offered a promotion in writing and then they hired someone else. What are my rights?
My husband was offered a promotion at his job. The offer was sent via email which included us having g to relocate from Florida to Ma (company paid up to 5k in expenses), company stated he had to take... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

Independent Contractor Non-Compete Agreement
First, Thank You for your time and reply. I am an independent 1099 health and life insurance agent. I would be working for the company in Illinois. I am considering employment with a Florida based ins... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

I live in Florida, My boss is selling his Dental practice and the Dentist that is purchasing his practice I don't care to work for. Can I file for unemployment? This happened suddenly with no warning.
My boss is selling his Dental practice suddenly, No notice given to the employees, Can the employees that are left there as the new Dr comes in file for unemployment? applies to Florida · 0 answers

Hi, I live in FLORIDA and I work as a consultant for my employer who is based out of GA. My recent contract was in CA. My employer has received payment for my hours worked and has been reimbursed for my travel expenses. I confirmed with the payee that all
-I live in FL -Employer based in GA -8 weeks unpaid = 12k plus of unpaid wages & expenses. -2 bad checks written of 7k total -employer still asking for me to continue traveling. This ensures he collec... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can a employer withhold or not pay me my vacation pay if i quit on the last day of my vacation?
I have 1 week vacation saved. I want to take my vacation before quiting to go work else where. Can the employer not pay me my vacation pay if i take my vacation, with permission, and then quit on the ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can my employer write me up if I gave them a month's notice that I was going out of town for a week on my birthday? I tried to use PTO but they say someone else already has those days off. I am in Florida. Please help.
I am going out of town for my birthday and I was approved for 2 of the 4 days that I requested off. My boss says other people have off the other 2 days so he cant let me have off. My boss says that If... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can an employer deny you vacation time?
I planned to go to Florida for a week the First week of October and put it on the calendar the last week of June I have only two days of vacation left due to my Motherin law had to have surgery so i t... applies to Kentucky · 1 answer

Benefits Question
I live in Florida. When I started working for my employer nearly 9 years ago, upon hiring I was offered retirement pkg, free health insurance(myself only) cost of living raise every year, and bonus up... applies to Florida · 1 answer

owed vacation hours after being terminated for no reason
i was recently let go from my job of 7 years for no reason.when they told me they said they would pay me for all my vacation hours which would be 3 weeks, with one week carried over from last year(we ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I reside in florida, in a city now declared a national disaster area. i've been involuntary resigned from my employment, of over 21 years, i am a union member (dues up-to-date). 1) i was told the decisions was made based on seniority, i am contending that
Proclaim seniority process for involuntary resign. I contend this, due to strong belief, I am (at most) the third longest working employee for this company. I am a union member (balance paid) I am a c... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Is it lawful for an employer to deduct wages for non work reasons?
Hi. My ex-employer deducted wages in the amount of $275 from my last paycheck. The deduction was made without my consent for a transaction with a coworker that had nothing to do with work. The transac... applies to Florida · 1 answer

What is considered a "under the influence" conviction?
I currently live in Indiana and am seeking employment in the state of Florida. I have a public intoxication class b misdemeanor on my record from 2 years ago. I am trying to figure out if I should cho... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can hours worked overtime be allocated at a 2:1 ratio as PTO?
My non-profit employer requires me to work outside of my regular 40-hour workweek for special events in exchange for PTO. However, the PTO is not allocated at a 1:1 ratio. For example, I was required ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can you sue your former employer for accessing a personal computer he provided that was located in t
I came to work for a friend in illinois, I moved from florida to come work for him. He provided a small apartment and a personal computer and internet service. 6 months later we had a falling out. Aft... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Can a per diem employee be required to request time off..
I am a RN working for a home care agency in Florida. I am a per diem employee. I make my own schedule and work as many or as few hours as I chose based on personal preference and the needs of the agen... applies to Florida · 0 answers

My company was bought by another company; can the new company refuse to cash out PTO if I quit?
My company was bought by a company from Florida and I’m in WA. Per our handbook before the buy out, we would be cashed out at 100% for our earned and unused PTO if we resigned as long as we gave 2 w... applies to Washington · 1 answer

Is it legal for a company to give you an ultimatum to relocate or take a severance after returning f
I left for FMLA on April 30,2019, my first day back in the office was July 24, 2019. Upon my return I was told that the corporate office was moving to Plano, Texas (we are currently located in south F... applies to Florida · 0 answers

I'm in Florida and have been told that my job ends on 6/30; they are offering us severance in a lump sum, following the 60 day WARN period which begins July 1. If I find employment between 7/1 and 8/31 (the WARN period), will it invalidate my right to a s
Job is being relocated, not discontinued, but the company is offering a lump sum payout, following a 60 day WARN period, which will begin 7/1/15. If I accept a position during this 60 days, are they s... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Hello- I reside in Florida and will be losing my position due to a reduction in force. I will receive severance payments for 16 weeks. Should I file for unemployment immediately or wait for the severance payments to end. If I file immediately will my 23 w
Will the fact that my severance is being paid over 16 weeks reduce the 23 weeks of unemployment available if I file immediately or will the 23 weeks be available in total after the last week of severa... applies to Florida · 0 answers

I work in Florida, what are the laws in regards to PTO payout?
I worked for a company that was going through a lot of financial issues. They reduced our work week to 4,8 hours days to save money. I have since found another job and have PTO owed to me. They are no... applies to Florida · 2 answers

My employer laid me off 6/28/16 and did pay me the last 2 weeks on 7/1/16. They also offered 2 weeks
My employer laid me off 6/28/16 and did not pay me the last 2 weeks on 7/1/16. They also offered 2 weeks severance. Still no pay for working or severance? They have promised the past 10 days but, noth... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Can an employer put a listening device in the office without the employees knowledge?
There are only two employees plus the doctor in our office. The two employees are extremely and have very private conversations that doctor has made comments about many times. Many times the things we... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Validity of non-compete agreement
I am a professional computer technician who is currently looking for work. I recently found a position with a company working as a contractor (1099). After they interviewed me they handed me the contr... applies to Florida · 1 answer

In the State of Florida, if you are paid severance for a number of weeks in a one lump sum, are you allowed to collect unemployment or do you have to wait until the severance weeks are depleted?
I was laid off due to a reduction in workforce. My employer offered a severance agreement of 9 weeks payable in one lump sum. Can I still collect unemployment benefits during those 9 weeks or do I hav... applies to Florida · 1 answer

i live in florida. I'm on fmla and I resigned with a 2 week notice which has been met to completion. I have some remaining pto, is the company required to pay out my earned pto?
I resigned with 2 week notice. On fmla, with remaining pto balance that was earned the first year I was employed then able to use it thereafter. I've resigned with notice mentioning I'd like to be pai... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can an Ex Employer re-establish a document that never existed?
I'm being sued by an ex exployer that is seeking to reestablish a non compete he said I signed the first day I was employed. I never signed one or was ever approached and asked to sign one until my la... applies to Florida · 1 answer

In the state of Florida if you are unable to use PTO because of COVID 19 and the employer does not allow you to use to PTO to bring you to FT hours and then institutes blackout dates further restricting employees from using their PTO by year end - can the
Employer restricted the use of PTO during furloughs and reduced hours due to COVID19 and then imposed blackout dates restricting the employees from using it. before year end. Employer is now paying th... applies to Florida · 0 answers

I am getting ready to give my 2 week notice. I have approx. 48 hours of accrued PTO that I am wanting to be paid for. I am in Florida. How do I ask for this? I know that they have paid PTO to someone else a couple of years ago that had given 2 week notice
I work for a large automotive group and I am getting ready to give my 2 week notice. I have approximately 48 hours of accrued PTO, that I expect to be paid in my final check. How do I ask for this and... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Late legal action against a former employee
Hello We are a small company in Florida. Over 3 years ago, we terminated an individual for not following company policy after we discovered he had a competing business on the side and were prospecting... applies to Florida · 0 answers

We accrue vacation time based on hours worked, do I get paid for it?
I work in the state of Florida. I accrue vacation time based on hours worked. When I took the job, the vacation time was part of the sales pitch, Now I have 6 weeks of vacation accrued and no way to t... applies to Florida · 1 answer

If my NDA states that my company is an Illinois company, but the company since moved its HQ to another state for tax reasons, is the NDA actionable if never updated and re-signed?
I have an NDA with my former employer but it states they are an Illinois company but they have since moved HQ to Florida for tax benefits with a presence still in Illinois, where I worked. They did no... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

I work remotely from Colorado for a company based in Florida. Which state's vacation policy applies to me?
I work from home in Colorado Springs for a company that is based in Gainesville, FL. The company's vacation policy states that an employee will lose accrued vacation time if that time is not taken pri... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Final Week Wages Unpaid
I was terminated from an outside sales postion July 9 in Florida. My employer indicated I would be paid through the prior Friday, July 6. I was in fact paid only through the previous week, June 29. My... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can an employer use PDO without employees' consent to give a full 40 hr/wk paycheck?
I work for a company that will use accrued PDO to give a full paycheck if you miss a day. So, if I only work 24 hours, they will take 16 of accrued PDO to give a full 40 hr/wk paycheck. This is the on... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can my employer cut my benefits if I fall under 40 hours if they do not provide enough work?
I work for an out source company based in Florida that does contract work for hospitals all over the United States. I work as a remote coder from home and I live in Virginia. In the past few months we... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

My employer is using my PTO while coronavirus lockdown is in place in Florida, but expected to work from home. Is that legitimate?
Employer using my pto while expected to work from home during coronavirus lockdown. Is that legitimate? applies to Florida · 1 answer

Wrongful Termination
My husband was recently fired from a company were we both worked. I am still employed with them. I know that in the State of Florida the Employer does not need an excuse to fire you. If they still pro... applies to Florida · 1 answer

If you are still working with a company and you were sick for a day or had an emergency --- you however do not want to get paid for PTO for the day you missed. Can they (A) Force you to take the PTO hours, (B) Take the PTO hours that without paying you? T
Working in Florida and the company I work for has decided that if you should miss a day for any reason, even though you have decided that you are ok with getting paid for just the 4 days you have work... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can a person collect unemployment if they quit their job after not getting paid for 2 pay periods?
employer who hasn't paid her or other employees for two pay cycles, claiming that he is waiting for a check from a client. My sister-in-law is an hourly employee (not on a set salary), and her pay per... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Is it legal in Florida to put someone on leave who is under a doctor's care. I have been put on leave because someone overheard I was taking pain medication prescribed by my surgeon
I was told that I am on administrative leave last Thursday because someone called my corporate office in Iowa and told them they overheard me say I'm taking pain medication prescribed by my surgeon. I... applies to Florida · 1 answer

i work for a county school district in florida and I want to work for the ems department in the same county, does the ems department have access to my application or any of the documentation that i submitted to work for the school district?
I was fired from a job 20+ years ago and admitted it to the school district to get that job. they wanted an explanation to which i provided. Can the EMS department that i am applying to, same county, ... applies to Florida · 0 answers

in florida i just recently put my two week notice IN and i have 82 hours of pto left and they are saying i am supose to use it or lose it > dont they have to pay me for it as in my offer letter that was signed it dosent state that i lose it ? l also have
i signed an offer letter 8 monthes ago and two points one was a sign on bonus to be paid 1250 per quarter to make a total of 5000. it dosent say if i leave i lose it as i signed with them and no where... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I worked for a health care facility in Florida and resigned due to being treated poorly by supervisor and felt age discrimination and the company owed me 50 hrs of PTO and they are refusing to pay saying because I didn't give 2 week notice they aren't goi
Resigned as felt age discrimination and was treated disresptfull while others younger employees were treated great. They are now saying they will not pay me my earned 50 hrs of PTO due to I didn't giv... applies to Florida · 0 answers

I own a small business in Florida. I hav 2 employees that no longer work for us who did not sign their time cards before walking off the job. One of these employees never even returned their hiring paperwork so I have no information for them. Do I pay the
2 employees walked off job. 1 employee damaged a piece of equipment prior to walking off the other has only worked for 2 days on a trail basis and has not returned his hiring packet for HR. Plus neith... applies to Florida · 1 answer

How do I determine if I am non-exempt or exempt?
I am a full-time, salaried employee at a 501(c)3 organization in Florida. I do not have a supervisory role. I make 34k/year. Where can I find my classification as to whether I am an exempt or non-exem... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I am a registered nurse and am ill, my employer is forcing me to come in even though I called in sick because of no coverage. How is that safe when I don't feel good and I work on an acute psyche unit. My job treats us like crap and no one wants to work a
My job is very unfair and unethical. Most staff don't want to come in on days off for coverage because of how we are treated. I Called in sick because my throat hurts and I'm losing my voice, no cover... applies to Florida · 1 answer

New teacher they want to fire for budget shortfalls. Should I sign the paperwork?
Hello, I am a first year teacher in Florida. I just found out that the school district is having budgeting problems and my school is going to be “pink slipping” (a.k.a letting go) of all new teach... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Non-Compete Agreement Consultation
Would like to contact former employer who had an attorney send a notification letter of injunction against me for violation of a non-compete contract. I do not have a copy of the non-compete and would... applies to Florida · 1 answer

My employer gave my hours away out of spite, is this bad ethics and should I file for unemployment?
I quit my job in May. My employer asked me at 9:15pm after I was done my shift, to work the next day at 1:45pm. I told her my daughter had a doctors appointment at 3:00pm and I could come in when done... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Please help if I have a case?
I recently took 1 week of intermittent FMLA but was given 3 weeks... I feel I have been retaliated against. My title was demoted. My hourly pay stayed the same but all my overtime was cut off and now ... applies to Florida · 0 answers

non-solicitation agreement
Hi, I'm employed with company "A" in florida on a non-solicitation contract. I work for end client "C" in kansas having a vendor company "B" in between A and C.(basically its a C2C business) "C" is a ... applies to Kansas · 0 answers

base pay after 2 week notice and commission pay
I put in my two weeks notice on July 28th. I was then relived of my duties that same day. My employer paid me a pro-rate amount for base salary. Was I supposed to get the full amount of pay for the 2 ... applies to Florida · 0 answers

I was looking for a new job and my employer found out about it brought me into a public forum in the kitchen bringing every employee in to the fray about 25 to 30 employees clapping her hands she being the owner of a to restaurant operation clapping her h
This is a fine dining restaurant in Clearwater Beach Florida that was opened in 1948 owned by a family they think they're very powerful and which they are and they treat employees like hell saying the... applies to Florida · 1 answer

COVID Layoff, then a lump sum payment (likely PPP loan related)...should I be claiming unemployment?
COVID-related: I was given a lump sum intended to equal my pay from May 31 until July 31. Some posts on here advise I do not qualify for unemployment benefits until after July 31, others suggest the d... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Non-Compete in Florida
I am currently employed as a Manager at a real estate firm. Last year my broker had me sign a non-compete/non-solicitation agreement. At the time I was not an "employee", I was working as a realtor/in... applies to Florida · 1 answer

My former employers employees and upper management are falsely stating I was fired. Is this defaming
I chose to leave the largest insurance carrier in Florida after 3 years in order to open my own agency. I put in a 2 weeks notice and left on perfect terms. Never once was I written up, on the contrar... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Nonpayment of Wages
I'm a non immigrant worker(on H1-B work permit).I worked for a company based in Tampa,Florida.In March 2005,I decided to quit, by giving 2 weeks� notice period(as per policy).The company pays wages on... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Am I owed wages for the duration of my 90-day probationary period when I was let go after a month?
I left an existing job to take a new job with another company. Although there was no employment contract, I was told that my employment was subject to a 90-day probationary period. My supervisor was v... applies to Florida · 0 answers

I live in Florida I am salary and I signed a contract when hired. I gave my two week notice and the next day came in and told me to finish today out then I wouldn’t be needed any longer I asked them if they were firing me and I was told no. I asked if t
I signed a contract when hired I am salary I gave my two week notice the next day I was told to finish my day out then I would not be needed to work the two weeks. I asked if I would be paid for my tw... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Existing employees relocated then laid off 4-months later
Let me first give you my situation. I worked at a company's Salt Lake City office for two and a half years and then the company closed that office. Continued employment was offered to all the employee... applies to Maryland · 1 answer

I have a question. If I signed a non-compete (i'm a logistics broker) with a territory which covers the entire US, is it enforceable if my new brokerage is based out of California, yet I still reside in Tennessee and work remotely from home. Can I solicit
I have a question. If I signed a non-compete (i'm a logistics broker/sales) with a territory which covers the entire US, is it enforceable if I leave my company and my new brokerage is based out of Ca... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

As a 1099 employee after a year I am being asked to sign a non-compete
After just over a year of working with a company as a 1099, they are now asking for me to sign a non-compete agreement. The company is a marketing agency that currently is exclusive to the hospitality... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

FLMA Problem
Hello. I requested FLMA leave 1/4/2010 the beginning date of a medically documented back injury(5 days off from work). Aetna( Boeing Rep Company) mailed the medical documents to my home. I didn't rec ... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Compete Agreement after 3 years
I live and work in the state of Florida. I have been with my current employer for 3 years. I was recently offered a job working for a client of my current employer. My boss got wind of this and demand... applies to Florida · 1 answer

After 34 years of working at a hospital I was told that my position is being eliminated for Financial reasons. I have been a Supervisor in the department for approximately 30 years. In the last 8 years we had hired a new Director, At the time I was a mana
I have explained partially above what has occurred. I was not offered another Supervisor position within the department although I'm the longest tenured and most experienced Supervisor on the staff.I'... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

I was hired as a Manager for a repair/maintenance construction company with techs to do the labor. My boss has been replaced by someone who is changing the job description to where I have to do the physical work as well and I have a disability (back condi
I was hired as a Manager for a repair/maintenance construction company with techs to do the labor. My boss has been replaced by someone who is changing the job description to where I have to do the ph... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I have unused PTO hours when I left the company. I was told that I will not be getting my PTO hours since I left without notice. Is this Florida law not to get paid for the unused PTO when I left ? Thanks
I want to know if there is unused PTO hours when I left the company, will I still get paid for that ? I was told that I will not be getting paid for the unused PTO bec I left the company without notic... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can a potential employer obtain my employee record from my current employer?
I am currently working at a job and am looking for employment near home. My potential new employer has initiated a background check through an outside company with my permission. I see that they verif... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can be considered a defamation case under Florida Law: If the employer; represents by a department's Manager applied a corrective action, written up, with absolutely No Grounds for it. Having the employee all the factual documentation that prove that the
I received a written up correction of action with absolutely No grounds or baseless statements: for instanc, in the case, the Manager allegated that I worked Over Time without previous authorization b... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can a company alter the terms of a 90 day without cause termination agreement?
I recently relocated from florida to new york for a job. My employer verbally promised the job was secure. My employer is based out of california but has a contract with a different company in ny. I s... applies to New York · 1 answer

How can I receive unpaid wages from an employer?
I live in Aurora, IL but I worked for a tutoring company as the "site coordinator". The company is based out of Florida. I set up the operation for them in Aurora, IL. I have emails documenting my pay... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

Do I have a case to go after?
I have worked for the company for almost 3 years. My boss decided to go with another company and hire them to do what I was doing. So my position disappeared. He set and interview for me with the new ... applies to Florida · 0 answers

FL co. terminated me after FMLA, stating "unable to reasonably accommodate me w/my MD restrictions.
I am a Florida RN. Have been employed with my company for 6 years. Had Total knee replacement and took FMLA starting Sept 21, I have Lupus also. Company dragged their feet in accommodating me with my ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Florida Non-Compete
I signed a comprehensive non-compete agreement with company XXX in FL when XXX acquired a company I was working for. XXX is in the field of higher education administration software and I worked there ... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Breach of Severance Agreement
My employer terminated my employment without cause 90 days after I started work. The two-year contract clearly precluded termination except for specified causes (mostly violations of law)for at least ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

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I started a working in a company A Feb 20, 2016 it was job full time overnight most like on weekends. Soon after I found another job company B on March 23 2016, full time during daytime, related to my... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Unpaid wages, overtime and expenses as independant contractor.
I worked as an independant contractor as a physisian with a Locum company based in Florida. The actual work "client"- hospital was in Columbus, OH. Prior to assignement I was promised a daily rate of ... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

I work for a Florida company. I receive PTO and vacation days. It is accrued and posted on my paycheck. My paycheck stub showed PTO available. I took the PTO with the written permission of my direct manager. Now the company HR says I used too much and ter
My company posts the PTO and vacation hours earned on your paycheck stub. My stub showed PTO hours available. I would take an hour here or there but with the written permission of my manager first. Th... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Am I required to repay sign-on bonus and relocation expenses based on upcoming job loss?
Points to consider: 1. Verbally offered an executive level position (Director) with full relocation package and significant sign-on bonus in mid-December 2015. 2. Accepted position (after some negotia... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Previous company threatening arbitration when new job has nothing to do with previous job
To elaborate on the jobs, the previous job is pest control. I spray outside the residence for weeds, moss treatments, irrigation, and control outside pests. The new job is just a lawn company that cut... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Previous company threatening arbitration when new job has nothing to do with previous job
My husband has been working for a company, Florida Pest Control, for over two years. A contract was signed saying he is an at-will employee, and that if he goes to another company that he cannot give ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can I go before a judge myself to Blue pencil an agreement?
I was employed for 17 years with a Construction Labor Leasing Company. I was recruited by their largest national competitor. After 5 months of employment, I was terminated due to a FALSE annonymous "w... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can I go before a court without an attorney to blue pencil a Non-Compete Agreement?
NOTE: I AM WILLING TO PAY A SMALL FEE FOR GOOD, USEABLE INFORMATION. I was employed for 17 years with a Construction Labor Leasing Company. I was recruited by their largest national competitor. After ... applies to Florida · 0 answers

I am looking to sign on with a new insurance firm (final expense only specifically),
I am looking to sign on with a new insurance firm (final expense only specifically), the non compete agreement seems extremely broad and unenforceable. It is based out of missouri courts, and I will b... applies to Florida · 0 answers

What information is needed to find out if a non-compete agreement would apply to my husband?
My husband was hired by Company #1 in FL, 13 years ago. (He was trained elsewhere.) Company #1 was then bought by Company #2 about 11 years ago, while we were still living in Florida. Somewhere along ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

What does my company mean by Prove that I am not a safety risk? What are my rights? Can I get fired
I was in a very minor truck accident at a car dealership service bay. I was driving a company service truck that was higher in the back than in the front. There are no labels on the vehicle stating wh... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

In Georgia, can you be fired (a) while in a coma (b) can health insurance be cancelled effective the day of termination without the ability to even pay the premium to continue through the month, (c) is a company with maximum of around 12 employees subject
I am asking this question on behalf of a friend. She worked for a company, a small LLC in Georgia that has max of about 12 employees. She was there when the company started and worked for this employe... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

My company closed my home office while I was away on an expat assignment. Now they are pressuring me
My company closed my home office while I was away on an expat assignment. Now they are pressuring me to accept a change to my assignment and a new agreement that is less favorable to me. I am an Ameri... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I need to find an attorney to file a suit against my former employer who ganged up with my family in harassment, slander, retaliation and firing me over these lies related to a family members suicide. Now I suffer mental health issues and I'm currently ho
This innocent happened a while back. I had to work out what was done behind my back by myself and the slander was recently reinforced again. Slanderous lies continue to this day. Now I m homeless, bro... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Am I entitled to unemployment while seeking an attorney to represent me in wrongful termination
I started with Carbonair Environmental Systems in June 2016 and effective January 01, 2017 Carbonair was Purchased by Proact Services Corporation. My position was Controller/Administrator for the Sout... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can a "copy-and-paste" haphazard non-compete be legal?
Last November, my ex-employer got to a point where he threatened me, after over a year of verbal abuse, harrassment, suspicious discrimination and general mistreatment. When I complained to HR, they s... applies to Florida · 1 answer

found recording in the boss's desk
My supervisor taped a recording of a conversation he had with my co worker. We don't trust our supervisor, and when he left work today, I snooped around his desk and found the audio recorder in the to... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

After an employee is terminated, is there any law that requires health insurance to be continued for a minimum number of days or weeks?
After an employee is terminated, is there any law that requires health insurance to be continued for a minimum number of days or weeks? applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can a non comp agreement signed with a TN or OH company be enforced in FL?
I am employed by a company based in TN, soley owned by an Ohio company. I am an inside salesman who works from his home office in FL. Customers from many different states call. I do not have a specifi... applies to Florida · 2 answers

How can I get paid minim m wage after asking several times and no action has been taken
After the wage change, I've never recieved it. Asked mant times and never recieve response. What should I do? applies to Florida · 2 answers

are non compete agreements for indipendent contractors inforceable?
I have owned a trade specific company for 12 years. Approx 8 years ago I was asked by a national company if I would continue to run my business under the national name which I agreed. There were no co... applies to Florida · 1 answer

5 year-50 mile radius service non-competence clause
I owned a service business for the past 20 years, last April I sold this business and received 100% of the money at closing. At closing I was under contract to work with the new owners for 6 months to... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I was demoted from current position as a Manager to Sales with no reason other than clear descrimination. How can I fight this?
I was demoted from a Manager to go back Sales. Obvious descrimination on the newly appointed director with who I had a disagreement a year ago. I was also cheated out of my pay. As a female Manager, I... applies to Florida · 1 answer

non complete valid??
I currently sold my salon business to an individ. and we had an attorney complete the transaction however, the buyer did not want to pay an attorney for a non compete so she requested me to sign a doc... applies to Florida · 1 answer

resignation - lack of
What rights does an employee have when an employer replaces them before they have given notice? An employee talked about going into the daycare business b/c she was having problems with babysitters. O... applies to Florida · 1 answer

retaliation or whistle blowing ?
Since filing complaints against my supervisor, my position with my company have become unbearable. Since raising the question of sexual harrassment by my supervisor against employees within the organi... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

How can I get my final pay?
Questions: 1. What do I need to do to, if necessary, enforce payment of the amount due me, which is in excess of $22,000. 2. If it is necessary to retain an attorney, would I be able to collect attorn... applies to Florida · 3 answers

CAN I FILE A LAWSUIT AGAINST MY EMPLOYER FOR ALL THE VIOLATIONS AGAINST ME INCLUDING DEFAMATION?
WRONGFULL TERMINATION, RETALIATION,DEFAMATION,DISCRIMINATION, AND FAILURE TO PAY WAGES OF OVERTIME WORKED. ALL STARTED AFTER MAKING A STATEMENT OF GRIEVENCE AGAINST A DIRECTOR THAT WAS ENGAGING IN WRO... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Non compete with global consequences?
I signed a non compete that says I can not work for a competitor for 6 months. No I will never do that again. After speaking two a few other salespeople I know they tell me the agreement is too broad ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Employer is asking to sign non compete for 1 year thereafter
Here is the content: Non Compete: During the term of this agreement and one year thereafter, independent contractor agrees to not provide any services in any capacity, with or for any company client f... applies to Florida · 1 answer

We are a FL based construction company, about to do some lay offs. Some of the employees have unused lump sum PTO. Is the employer obligated to pay out the unused PTO?
Employees that have been given notice of upcoming layoff are requesting pay out of their lump sum, unused PTO. Is the employer obligated to pay out? applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can I still collect benefits if i didn’t call the payroll company within 24hrs of separation?
hi, I was working for a company that closed down on Jan. 7th 2011, but 4 months before closing they switched payroll companies. I filled for unemployment and now the payroll company is trying to appea... applies to Florida · 2 answers

what are my chances of being my contract being upheld?
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I signed a non compete contract what to do now?
I'm a groomer been grooming for years. I started at a store in town for grooming I signed a non compete contract and now I want to quit and start my own business. The contract said I can't groom withi... applies to Florida · 1 answer

can I email competitors employees (directly to their work email address) with job offers from my companies email address?
i am helping my boss recruit. He wants me to send this emails. I am not sure if the corporation or myself can get in trouble for it applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can a former employee be prevented from approaching former employer's customers?
If a former employee approaches customers that they used to have regular contact with at the former employer and those customers express the following: they would rather do business with the former em... applies to Florida · 1 answer

My previous employer underpaid me with a post dated check for 3 months away when it is agreed get I get paid weekly. He won't rewrite a valid check and cancel the previous. What do I do?
I work for commission for a tree company. I know for a fact that i wasn't fully paid on my commission. Regardless of the amount of the check, the check was also invalid. What are my rights on getting ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Retaliation/Discrimination
Is it possible for 2 co-plaintiffs to bring a single action against a common former employer? My co-worker friend was fired, and I was overloaded with work while being told I would never get help,(I'm... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Hi I would like to know I'm being laid off with a lump sum severance, can I apply for unemployment?
I'm getting a lump sum this month would like to know if I can apply for unemployment? applies to Florida · 1 answer

Upon leaving employment, does employee have to re-sign the Non-Compete Agreement?
If an employee leaves the company, is the Non-Compete Agreement only legal if it is resigned on their last day of employment or is it valid with their signature dated when hired? Thanks, Christine Car... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Do I have a case for wrongful termination?
I had been friends with a fellow manager during the duration of my employment. Recently, my husband and I split up. When this friend found out, he started to make advances both at work and off work. H... applies to Florida · 1 answer

neneed urgent answer re FMLA , etc. before April 11, 2001, please!
Please help! I was attacked by a fellow crewmember on a ship and required major spine surgery December 8, 2000, and have been on leave since then (16 weeks more or less) receiving 60% of my salary thr... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Demotion and pay cut
I started a new job as a Regional Operations Manager, I was in charge of three counties. at the time of hire, the company was opening six offices at the same time. A month later, I was told I was not ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Is this a breach of contract - employement contract
In my employment contract is the following statement: Employer will provide employee with health insurance as part of the base compensation, and family coverage as part of the bonus. The employer did ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

contingency lawyer
Looking for discrimination lawyer who uses contingency based fee. applies to Florida · 1 answer

Is it legal to dock an employee pay for being late?
We had an employee meeting where our boss told us if we were more than 5 minutes late the first time is a warning and the second time is $25, the third time is $50 and after that then we will be fired... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can I be terminated from a company I worked at for 3 years for taking a second job
I am a single mother and I was not making enough money to support my family so I took a second job at another restaurant right down the road. I am being terminated for working for the competition even... applies to Florida · 2 answers

FL employer has not paid severance. I want the money.
I got laid off a couple of years ago from a company in FL. I had a contractual severance package for 6 months of salary to be paid in monthly installments. They ceased sending the severance pay after ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can I be forced to sign a Non-compete / confidentiality agreement?
I am paid as and considered a 1099 contractor by the company I am working for. They do not withhold any federal taxes or provide any benefits. Other than the way I am paid, they treat me as an "employ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Can a non-compete be enforced if too broad?
I was let go from a FL-only homeowners insurance company. During the exit process, I was told I could not work for a "direct competitor." I just got a copy of the non-compete and it says it is for 1 y... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I was made to quit. Singed paper saying so. But now when someone calls my old job they say bad thing about me. I quit because what they said. Was untrue but within let the supervisor letting it out to others what they were saying it was going to make it h
Giving bad reference after having employee sign separation papers instead of being terminated because of making work situation hard applies to Florida · 1 answer

I was employed with a healthcare agency, worked hours, participated in educational training, and pu
Recently I was hired by an agency to provide mental health services in a middle school to several children. I worked for the agency one month and was terminated. After termination I sought my wages bu... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Enforcibility of non-compete
Hello, I am educated in a very small, unique, highly specialized allied health field that relies on referrals from doctor's and therapists. I was recently forced to resign, and signed a non-compete as... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Termination Over The Phone
I was just fired form my job today and I was wondering if the employer has to tell you in person or can they just call and tell you over the phone? applies to Florida · 1 answer

Is a Non-compete valid if I am still in my probationary period?
I resigned my job to accept this position. I was not informed of NCA until say I started. I was not paid what they told me I would make, I quit after 45 days. I was still in prob. period. they were to... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Forced/ Rushed Non-compete under threat of termination.
My C.O has just recently updated its non compete. They are forcing the sales force to sign immediately under threat of termination. How long do I have to have to look over this document or get it to l... applies to Florida · 2 answers

My name is Isaac my check was short 6 days I worked 12 in the coner of my check it said your houly rate has been reduced I was never inform. intill I receive the check. Can I file a claim
My check was short 6 days n my hourly rate was changed with out noticed. I found out it was when I looked at my check. I was not paid for my 12days was only paid for six it stated important notice on ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I was let go after 18 years with a company
I have many questions and not really sure how to go about asking, I was initially fired for harassment,(verbally)I was not the person that was harassing, but was verbally harassed in front of many emp... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Discrimination, Lible, Slander?
My wife and I are truck drivers and recently took a break from over the road. We were hired at a local company driving dump trucks. After our 3 day training period of following trainers so they could ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Non-Compete
According to my employer (Spa/Salon) I signed a non-compete, but never received a copy. In addition, my previouse employer has not required other employees who perform the same job I did to sign a non... applies to Florida · 1 answer

who do we contact are we protected
Employees of a 501c corporation are being harassed in the work place by incompetent and perhaps dishonest management. The organization has at least one contract with the city of Miami and does busines... applies to Florida · 2 answers

being sued for material breach
I live in FL, but signed a non-compete, whcih is governed by Ohio law. I found out that in 3 days the court has set plaintiff's motion for a temporary restraining order. How can I contact the court to... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Can I sue for punitive damages for withholding my final paycheck?
I was terminated from my employment and was never given my final paycheck. I wrote a letter and got a reply from an attorney that stated I must return items in order to pick up my paycheck. I do not h... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Are there any employment and labor lawyers that offer free consultations?
My boyfriend needs an employment and labor lawyer. Because of the situation I quickly outlined in the question I asked on April 8 "Can An Employer Who Is Also Your Landlord Force You To Work For Free ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

How to know if your a victim of retaliation.
A few months ago, my manager hired his friend to work for the company. As an Assistant, I asked how hiring this person was beneficial to the corporation because he had no qualifications. Since then, h... applies to Florida · 1 answer

12 week notice obligation - is it enforceable?
I have a prospective employer in MA who wants me to sign an employment agreement that requires 12 weeks notice of employment termination by either party. Is this enforceable or does it conflict with a... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I had a mental breakdown due to stress and anxiety from work. The more I tried to do wht was asked the more I was told I was wrong and written up. The treatment I received enhanced my mental state to the point of
wanting to end my own life. And that was told to my employer. The last day I was in the office I was repremanded as usual and advised them that my doctor felt I should be in a hospital program and tha... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Can I be kept from gaining employment with a new company because of a no solicitation agreement if I
I work in a retirement community as a physical therapist where the therapy is run by a contracted company. The community has decided to switch contracts to another company and the new company wants to... applies to Florida · 1 answer

my paycheck has been stamped with NSF and i dont know what to do
I was given my paycheck a week ago . Took it to the bank and the branch manager stamped it with NSF . I went to my employer and ask for payment and I have not been given any answers and it has been a ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

I need to get out of my Non compete contract to change jobs before the bottom falls out where I'm at
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expiration date and change in terms
I am in sales for a local roofing company. I signed a no-compete agreement to continue working for the company. I have since become unhappy with the work environment and want to look for another job b... applies to Florida · 1 answer

This job was a non union position.
After 13 years and 11 months of service,my supervisory position was eliminated in March of 2003,and filled by a younger employee making less money as a team leader. At the time of being let go I was 4... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Is a non-compete agreement transferable when a business is sold.
I signed a non-compete agreement approximately 3 1/2 years ago in 2006, with a franchise business, as a independent contractor (1099) commission only. Three months ago the franchise business was sold.... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Enforceability of Non Compete contract
I have worked in the retail automotive industry for twenty five years, two years ago and out of desperation due to the economy, I took a job in "middle management" at a local dealership. The duties an... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can this be justified as a reason to be written up?
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Hostile work enviroment
I wokr for a manufacturing faclity and I am the only female quality control inspector. On many occasions I feel I have been singled out for harrassment. I have 4 supervisors and when you get your revi... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Is a Non-Compete enforceable if employee termination occurs within 90 day probationary term?
I was hired on Jan. 3, 2011 and required to sign a 2 year non-compete within certain service areas of the company hiring me (Waste Disposal Industry). I was terminated 03-29-11 and will be paid throug... applies to Florida · 1 answer

ive worked for the same company for over 2 years. They are instituting a hold first paycheck policy and advised us that in february we will receive one weeks pay as opposed to our usual 2 which will be held until we leave company. this will cause a financ
new policy... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Are there any exceptions for long term employment to receive severance pay?
I had been working for the same company for over 22 1/2 years and the last 7 years I worked from home doing billing and collections for them. This past September I was laid off due to the company havi... applies to Florida · 1 answer

What can I do if I was terminated for being unethical but I was fasely accused
applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can I be forced to take an hour lunch when the policy and all others are made to take 45 minute lunc
We have a 45 minute lunch. Several times I've punched in 43 or 44 minutes. As punishment I was told that I would have to take 1 hour lunches. This means I lose time and this could affect my benefits. ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

My boss got in my (a minors) face, what can I do?
I recently had an incident with my boss where my manager came up to me and told me my acrylics were too long. To that I then replied I can't do anything about that right now. Not at all being disrespe... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Is this non-competition contract legal?
I have worked for this company for less than a month. I have provided all my own supplies and knowledge. the owner is making me loose money by restricting what I can do but did not do so before the co... applies to Florida · 2 answers

2 Agreements - Consideration
I have a non-compete w/ my former employer. It is fairly restrictive. I signed it 1 year after joining the company. There was no raise, promotion, etc. tied to the non-compete. How does FL law view co... applies to Florida · 1 answer

can an employer stop granting reasonable accomodations and fire a disabled worker
a man had been working for emp.X for 8 yrs. he had been granted reasonable accomodations for his disability, all of a sudden he was fired for what the reasonable accomodations had at one time covered.... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can an employer pay fulltime employees with same hire date different vacation benefits?
An employer is paying some fulltime employees two weeks vscation while others three weeks paid vacation. Employees have same job category, same hire date. In addition, one employee is still fulltime, ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I want to know if my non-compete is valid
I work as a contractor and signed a non-compete when i started. At first they didn't give me a copy of it, but after I asked repeatedly they gave me one. The one thing that stood out to me was that th... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Should I worry about a phone call from HR after I complained?
I cited a grievance against a prospective employer (temp to perm situation). I received a phone call from headquarters HR that I'll be asked to meet with company executives and attorney in the near fu... applies to Florida · 1 answer

no compete convenant
i worked for a house cleaning co. for 3 years, recently new ownership took over and i lost my health benefits, i had to sign a non compete agreement or they would have let me go, i made it clear that ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Denied promotion due to pregnancy?
I am a college professor and last fall applied for tenure. When I met with my dean to discuss my application, she jokingly said that she didn�t recommend getting pregnant. The irony was that I plann... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Is non-compete valid in different industry?
I have a non-compete where the first clause that i question is: 1)"The Employee shall not, at any times during the period hereof, and for ,2 years from the date of termination of this Agreement. direc... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Laid Off
I am writing on behalf of my son (my son has Asperger's Disorder, a high-end form of Autism). He worked part-time for CVS for 11 months. He had no disciplinary or any other problems at work. Since Jul... applies to Florida · 1 answer

wrongfully terminated
I told another employee that I would kick her ass if she didnt stop spreading rumours about me so she got in my face and said lets go so I Pushed her away from me because she was so close to me that s... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I went into work on Tuesday, a normal work day. The GM asked me to his office sat me down with the president of the board and said another employee said that I said he and another were stealing from the company. I said absolutely not, I didn't say that. t
When in to work today, 04/26/20016, just a regular business day. Was called by my G.M. to come to his office. When I went into his office the president of the board was there (normal, today is payday ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

What am i required to pay someone who works for commisssion after they leave
i have just been given notice that my construction manager is leaving. he is paid a base salary plus commission. the commission is pad at the end of the job, after completion and customer is satisfied... applies to Florida · 2 answers

If I have a primary job and my part-time job is mandating that we are tested for COVID every 2 weeks but wants me to be late for the primary job is this legal when it can actually jeopardize my primary job?
I have tried my best to work with my part-time job regarding COVID-19 testing, but they are making it mandatory testing every 2 weeks which is a conflict with my primary job because if I come in late ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

No-waivers?
Looking at a employment contract. What the heck does this mean in plan language? The waiver by any party of any other party's breach of any provision of this Agreement shall not operate nor be constru... applies to Florida · 1 answer

When should I receive my paycheck?
I recently quit my job before my 90 day probation. I had observed that the clinic was practicing many procedures not in regulation with the Dept of Health. eg. Allowing non-licensed personnel administ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I was accused of stealing a phone and fired...
I was called to the office where 5 people were standing... I was then told a phone was banging off in my bunk.... I was told to go get the phone or the police would be called... I mentioned that they ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Is this covenant not to compete considered unreasonable?
I am a veterinarian and was employed for more than three years before being fired. The reason for firing was because I told my boss I was opening my own practice in 6 months. My non compete clause sta... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Good evening, I been working for my employer for 5 years. 3 weeks ago they started to cut off hours. I was one of the employee they cut hours when they had another person still getting his 40 hours when he only been working for them less than a year. I ne
Good evening, I been working for my employer for 5 years. 3 weeks ago they started to cut off hours. I was one of the employee they cut hours when they had another person still getting his 40 hours wh... applies to Florida · 1 answer

My friend who lives and works in Connecticut has been working for a semi-large (retail sales) corporation for over 25 years and has never gotten a raise. He makes about $12 an hour plus approx. 3% commission. He is considered a salesman but is the 'assist
My friend who lives and works in Connecticut has been working for a semi-large (retail sales) corporation for over 25 years and has never gotten a raise. He makes about $12 an hour plus approx. 3% com... applies to Connecticut · 1 answer

Appears to be overly restrictive non-compete, trying to understand the legal limitations
The company is a computer solutions company that provides computer stuff -- software, hardware, networks, and consultants. This non-compete appears to restrict: * Working for any company that performs... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Does a non-compete encompass the entire business entity or just the specific position when signed?
Ex-employer "A" had me sign a non-compete. I was working in the health care field in a corporate office for a nurse registry. "A" fired me two weeks ago, and I secured a position with "B" within a few... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can I be terminated for taking legal action to collect on bounced checks?
I work in Jacksonville, for an Orlando based security company. For three weeks I was issued paychecks, one cashed at a grocery store which was later returned NSF that I had to pay back to avoid prosec... applies to Florida · 1 answer

bounced paychecks
Would you please inform me what punishments there are on the state or federal level for an employer bouncing paychecks. I recieved about 7 myself, but there was about 19 in all. Also how long can an e... applies to Florida · 1 answer

how can my boss assume i quick my job?
I came into work as usual on a monday, when i came in someone from the other office was there in my seat, then clinic supervisor came up and took me in his office. he stated you took your pictures hom... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I am a home health care assistant working for an agency in PBC. I am very clearly an At-Will employee, as spelled out in every employment agreement I have. My first E.A. included a non-compete that specified, proprietary information, existing clients and
I am a home health care assistant working for an agency in PBC. I am very clearly an At-Will employee, as spelled out in every employment agreement I have. My first E.A. included a non-compete that sp... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Can employees fired for refusing to sign non-competes collect unemployment?
my adult son has managed his mother in law's landscape business for 7 years...her new husband is now heading up the company and requiring all to sign non-compete agreements...if they refuse, and are f... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Laid off while others in same position were not
56 year old male, 20 year employee in mgmnt position. Have had melanoma (surgery 3 years ago) and have to be monitored every 3 months. Plus just had kidney stone "blasted". Example is recent hire (one... applies to New York · 3 answers

Changing vacation after prerequisite worked/absorbing a year's vacation
The company I work for has in it's employee handbook stated that after working a year and one day of the next, the employee will have so many weeks of vacation available to them (amount dependant apon... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Non-Compete Confidentiality Agreement
My position as a Personal Assistant was recently eliminated by ABC. I have been approached about the same type of position with another company XYZ. XYZ is a client of my former company. ABC provides ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

I never received my raise from my promotion
I applied for a new position with my company, and negotiated for a raise from 56,100 to 67,000 to accompany the promotion. I received a letter stating my new salary and position and also confirming th... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can I be denied severance pay if I accept a position that is not comparable with my current package?
My company has lost the support contract with the company I have supported for 20 years+. There is another company that has won the contract. My company does have a standard severance package that all... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Is it discrimination if other people on a 3rd Shift get a shift differential and I don't. I am not black Hispanic or anything else I am a white male mid forties.
Is there anything I can do if I am on 3rd Shift and everyone gets a shift premium except me. I am a white male mid-forties. They say I make too much money per hour. applies to Florida · 1 answer

Defamation in workplace
Do I have a case against my former employer? My new employer upon verifying my employment was told by a manager that I was fired from the company. I was not fired, I resigned and worked my 2 weeks tha... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Is it legal in this state to just fire someone w/o any real explaination after 10yrs of employment?
I was employed for 10 yrs at a company that just recently fired me without warning. My attendance and workmenship is like no other in the entire company. I was the top salesman in the entire company f... applies to Florida · 1 answer

What are my rights when working with a disabled co-worker?
A co-worker is "claiming" disability and is often out of the office and I have to do her work. I work for a large company and I'm sure they're afraid she will sue for discrimination thru ADA. I don't ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Is a non compete enforceable if it is sent via email, but never signed or agreed to via email?
I work as a 1099 contractor with a staffing agency and signed a work agreement a couple years ago that renews yearly that had a non-compete that I would not go work directly or indirectly with the cli... applies to Florida · 1 answer

What can I expect from my ex-employer's unemployment appeal?
I was fired from my job on January 26th of this year. It was during an audit that my district manager fired me because as a cashier my drawer was turning up short quite a bit that month but I know for... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can my employer not give me my last paycheck and vacation time?
I was laid off due to a position elimination two weeks ago. My old employer has asked me to complete some files which I have agreed to. I do not have access to a printer so I can not print the forms t... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can an employer give away employee services, without compensating them?
If I am an personal trainer at a large gym and I get paid per client (at a rate individually decided by ourselves), can my employer give away training sessions without compensating me? My gym continua... applies to Florida · 1 answer

didnt get payed what was promised
i recently joined a courier job. the owner had promise me gas money plus good pay raging from 300 to 500 dollars a week. well i worked my first week and put 1000 miles in my car put 150 dollars in gas... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can I work for a competitor in CA if my co. Is in FL?
I signed a non-compete for a FL based company. I work in sales in WA selling to WA customers. Now I want to work for its competitor (a German based company) by selling in California to California cust... applies to California · 1 answer

my last emplyer of 45 days reduses to pay me my last weeks salary bc I left
I worked for approx 45-60 days and found a better paying w/benefits job. so I gave an approx weeks notice. but it was very uncomforatble so it ended up being 3 1/2 days. they were mad so they are refu... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Legally tied to my employers tuition retention agreement if they are sold?
My current employer paid for my MBA, and with that, I signed a tuition refund retention agreement for four years after the last tuition paid. I work in Ohio, but, the contract I signed stated "This Ag... applies to New York · 1 answer

Is it defamation or harassment if I vented to facebook about a coworker without naming them at all.
I am a supervisor at a store, and have a question about workplace harassment and defamation. I vented in a private facebook group and was wondering if I posted a conversation between myself and an emp... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Harrasment in the work place
I was hired by the city in Feb 2002 in a specialized feild in which i have 18 years of expereince for a better quality of life 300 miles from my hometown. After my probationary period in which i recei... applies to Florida · 1 answer

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