Monthly Archives: December 2024
More than $87,000 Recovered in Back Wages for Restaurant Workers in Florida
On November 21st, 2024, the United States Department of Labor (DOL) announced that more than $87,000 in back pay and liquidated damages were recovered on behalf of nearly two dozen restaurant workers from New Port Richey, Florida. The workers were unlawfully denied both the state-mandated minimum wage and proper overtime pay. DOL Investigation: Pasco… Read More »
What is the Minimum Wage for Tipped Employees in Florida? (2025)
In Florida, all hourly employees are entitled to earn a minimum wage. Our state’s minimum wage is higher than the federally guaranteed minimum wage. Notably, the direct minimum wage is lower for tipped employees—though employers may be required to pay additional direct wages if an employee does not earn sufficient tips during a particular… Read More »
Federal Contractor in Florida Pays More than $80,000 to Resolve Gender Discrimination Claim
On September 25th, 2024, the United States Department of Labor (DOL) reported that an employer from Florida—a federal contractor—has agreed to pay more than $80,000 and furnish other relief in order to resolve a gender discrimination claim. Western Global Airlines reportedly engaged in gender pay discrimination at its facility in Southwest Florida (Lee County)…. Read More »