Monthly Archives: January 2025
Can Tipped Employees Get Overtime Pay in Florida?
Many industries in Florida rely heavily on the contributions of tipped workers. You may be wondering: Can a worker get overtime wages if they are tipped? The answer is a clear “yes”—unless an exemption applies, tipped workers must be paid overtime wages (time and a half) for overtime hours in Florida. In this article,… Read More »
Florida Contractor Cited for Workplace Safety Violation that Contributed to Fatal Fall
On October 29th, 2024, the Department of Labor (DOL) announced that two construction contractors—Phoenix Rigging & Erecting and Maxim Crane Works—failed to properly protect a worker from a deadly 30-story fall from a high-rise building in Fort Lauderdale. Employers have a responsibility to ensure that they comply with all applicable state and federal safety… Read More »
Can You Sue an At-Will Employer for Wrongful Termination in Florida?
Florida is an at-will employment state. The law presumes that all employment relationships are fully voluntary. This raises an important question: Can you sue an at-will employer in Florida for wrongful termination? The short answer is “yes”—but you will need to prove that you were illegally discharged in order to bring a successful claim…. Read More »
Are Workers Guaranteed Maternity Leave in Florida?
Welcoming a new child to the family is a big step. A mother may want to go on maternity leave to recover physically and bond with her new infant. This raises an important question: Is maternity leave guaranteed by law in Florida? The answer is “no”—Florida does not have guaranteed maternity leave, though many… Read More »