While mediation is commonly used in divorce cases, an increasing number of employers in Florida are using mediation to resolve workplace issues. Mediation involves hiring a neutral third party to help two parties talk about their issues and come to an agreement. When...
Employment Law Disputes
Being prepared to handle allegations of discrimination at work
There are a variety of scenarios in which allegations of unfair treatment may arise in a workplace setting. Discrimination continues to be a hotly-contested topic that can affect the futures of both employees and employers alike. Upon encountering allegations of...
Recent studies suggest age discrimination remains an issue
Maintaining a healthy workplace environment free of unfair and unjust treatment is a goal for both employers and employees in Florida and across the nation. Unfortunately, allegations of workplace discrimination continue to be a major concern and the outcome of an...
Riot Games reaches settlement agreement in discrimination lawsuit
Workplace equality continues to be a goal for many individuals in Florida and elsewhere, employers and employees alike. When allegations of unfair treatment arise, all parties involved may feel it is in their best interests to seek guidance on all available options to...
Evidence of discrimination prevention measures may be necessary
As an employer, it can be difficult to keep everything on track. Nonetheless, you have the responsibility of ensuring that your employees act appropriately in the workplace and do not feel as if they are the subject of any type of unlawful treatment, such as...
Did your employee report you for discrimination?
Perhaps you were blindsided to receive a notice from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, informing you that one of your employees had filed a formal complaint against you for discrimination. On the other hand, in your dealings with this employee, you may not...
The various types of workplace discrimination
There are laws in place that provide individuals in Florida and elsewhere with protection against certain forms of unjust treatment in the workplace. Unfortunately, this might not always stop discrimination from occurring and those who are subjected to such treatment...
3 accuse police chief of discrimination and harassment
Dealing with unfair or unjust treatment in a workplace environment can be a daunting experience. Individuals in Florida who are subjected to discrimination while on the job may suffer in a variety of ways and might not be certain how best to handle the situation....
Former employee accuses University of Oklahoma of discrimination
Many companies in Florida and elsewhere consider it vital to provide employees with a way to report unjust behavior. However, filing a complaint can still be an intimidating process, and should one feel that the incident prompts acts of retaliation, he or she might be...
Does your employer comply with the FMLA?
Do you understand your rights at work when you get sick, have a child or care for a family member with a serious illness? If you do not know your protections under the law, you may want to speak with your Florida employer. It is possible that he or she has neglected...