Recent Blog Posts
Is There a Difference Between Race and Color Discrimination?
You may know that many different types of employment discrimination in Florida are unlawful under state and federal law. Two types of unlawful discrimination, which are prohibited by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Florida Civil Rights Act (FCRA), are discrimination on the basis of race and discrimination on… Read More »
What is the Difference Between Race, Ethnicity, and National Origin Discrimination?
Race, ethnicity, and national origin discrimination are often discussed together, and they can overlap with one another in various employment circumstances. At the same time, it is important to know that it is possible to experience race discrimination without or without ethnicity or national origin discrimination, and vice versa — national origin discrimination with… Read More »
Can I Face Retaliation if I Go to HR?
Are you being targeted by your employer in a discriminatory or unlawful matter, or are you currently in a work environment that may rise to the level of being a hostile work environment? You may be considering going to human resources (HR) to make a report in hopes of improving your work situation, but… Read More »
Is a Toxic Work Environment Illegal?
Many workplaces in South Florida have negative elements that can make it difficult for employees to perform their jobs with the same ease that would exist in a more productive and collaborative environment. You might discuss your toxic work environment with co-workers or family members, and you may wonder about your options for making… Read More »
Are All Religions Protected by Religious Discrimination Laws?
Protections against religious discrimination for job applicants and employees exist under state law in Florida through the Florida Civil Rights Act (FCRA), and under federal law through Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. While religious discrimination protections are often cited in cases where job applicants or employees are discriminated against for… Read More »
What is the Process for Seeking Unpaid Overtime?
Have you worked overtime hours but not received appropriate pay for that time? Under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), non-exempt employees who work more than 40 hours during a workweek are owed 1.5 times their regular rate of pay for any “overtime” hours. For example, if an employee earns $30 per hour… Read More »
Can I Quit My Job and Still File a Discrimination Claim?
Sometimes bullying or harassment can become so bad at a place of employment that it feels unbearable. Whether you have initiated any kind of action in response to a hostile workplace or another form of harassment, or you have yet to bring the issue forward, you may be thinking about resigning from your job… Read More »
Can an Employee Only Be Exempt from Overtime Pay but Not Minimum Wage Law Requirements?
Are there circumstances in which an employee can be exempt from the federal Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) requirement for overtime but not for minimum wage? Under the FLSA, non-exempt employees must be paid at least a minimum wage and must be paid overtime hours at a rate of 1.5 times their regular rate… Read More »
What Are Partial Exemptions from Overtime Pay?
Employees in South Florida who are denied overtime pay for hours worked beyond a 40-hour workweek are often told by their employers that they are ineligible for overtime pay because of their status. Generally speaking, employees must be classified as either exempt or non-exempt employees under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), meaning… Read More »
How Can I Find Out If I Am Misclassified for Overtime Wage Purposes?
Employee misclassification happens more often than you might think. In some situations, employees are misclassified as independent contractors by employers so that employers do not have to provide certain benefits or attend to legal obligations. At the same time, that type of misclassification can also happen by mistake. Similarly, employees who are non-exempt might… Read More »