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Unlawful Employment Practices Under the Florida Civil Rights Act
Employees in Florida have a wide range of rights and protections against discrimination under certain federal laws, but there are also protections under state law. The Florida Civil Rights Act (FCRA) has a number of elements that are similar to, or even the same as, certain protections under federal law. At the same time,… Read More »
Does Sexual Harassment Only Impact Women in the Workplace?
There are many myths and misconceptions about sexual harassment, including who it impacts. Many people very incorrectly assume that sexual harassment only affects women. While women are certainly subject to sexual harassment in the workplace, sexual harassment can affect anyone regardless of sex or gender. Our South Florida sexual harassment lawyers can provide you… Read More »
Can My Employer Deduct from Paycheck for My Break Time?
Did you recently receive a paycheck only to learn that your employer docked your wages due to work breaks or that you were not paid wages for break time that your employer added up? You could be owed wages and you could be eligible to file a wage theft claim. Whether or not an… Read More »
Changes to the Florida Civil Rights Act Claims Process
The Florida Civil Rights Act (FCRA) exists under Chapter 760 of the Florida Statutes. The FCRA allows job applicants and employees in Florida to seek remedies for various forms of employment discrimination under state law. Many of the protections that exist under the FCRA also exist under a range of federal laws, such as… Read More »
Is Religious Discrimination Unlawful When It Involves a Majority Religion?
Religious discrimination is unlawful under both state and federal law in Florida. What that means is that the Florida Civil Rights Act (FCRA) prohibits discrimination against job applicants or employees on the basis of religion, and under federal law, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits religious discrimination in the same… Read More »
What Types of Employment Discrimination Are Illegal in Florida?
The word “discrimination,” according to Merriam-Webster, is defined as “the act, practice, or an instance of unfairly treating a person or group differently from other people or groups on a class or categorical basis . . . prejudiced or prejudicial outlook or practice.” Based on this definition, a person can face discrimination, or can… Read More »
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 »