After being involved in a car accident in Florida, you may (understandingly) feel overwhelmed. Between dealing with injuries, car damage, insurance claims, and your regular responsibilities, managing the aftermath of a car crash can feel like a full-time job. But, do you really need a lawyer to help with the process? Continue reading “Do I Really Need a Lawyer for a Car Accident in Florida?”
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Defining Sexual Harassment in Florida
In Florida, employees are protected against sexual harassment under both Florida law and federal law. These protections apply to public and private employers with at least 15 employees and cover two different types of sexual harassment: hostile work environment and quid pro quo.
This article will discuss the scenarios that constitute sexual harassment under Florida and federal law. Continue reading “Defining Sexual Harassment in Florida”
What is Distracted Driving?
Distracted driving caused 3,142 deaths in 2020 alone. Considering this troubling statistic, understanding the dangers of distracted driving can help reduce car accidents and the potentially life-threatening injuries that they often cause.
Defining Distracted Driving
Distracted driving is defined as any activity that takes attention away from driving. Some of the most common distractions on the road include: Continue reading “What is Distracted Driving?”
Why Labor Unions Need Legal Representation
There are notable reasons, beyond collective bargaining, why labor unions need representation.
What is a Labor Union?
A labor union serves as a mediator between employees (union members) and employers. It grants workers the ability to negotiate for better wages, working conditions, and benefits.
Reasons Why Labor Unions Need Legal Representation
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Why You Should Hire a Foreclosure Defense Attorney
Facing foreclosure on your property is often stressful and discouraging. However, with expert guidance from a foreclosure defense attorney, you can address legal issues with greater confidence and efficiency.
Key reasons to hire a foreclosure defense attorney include:
Prevent Additional Lawsuits On The Same Property
Numerous loans are being sold, transferred, and divided at any given time. This creates the possibility for two separate lenders to file a foreclosure lawsuit on one note and mortgage.
However, under Florida law, lenders must jump through several hoops to prove that they’re entitled to foreclosure. With this in mind, hiring a foreclosure defense attorney can help you prevent a second party from filing another lawsuit on the same note or mortgage. Continue reading “Why You Should Hire a Foreclosure Defense Attorney”
Does Florida Law Require Employers to Give Overtime Pay to Employees?
It’s crucial to understand your rights as an employee in Florida. You deserve to be fairly compensated for your work, especially if that work falls outside the regular workweek.
In this article, we’ll discuss the overtime protections that employees are granted under Florida law.
Overtime Protections Under The FLSA
The Fair Labor Standards Act, or FLSA, is a federal law that sets regulations for minimum wage, recordkeeping, youth employment, and overtime for most professions. While Florida doesn’t have state laws for overtime compensation, Florida employees are protected under the FLSA. Continue reading “Does Florida Law Require Employers to Give Overtime Pay to Employees?”
When To Hire A Lawyer For An Insurance Claim
Having to file an insurance claim for property damage or personal injury can be a tedious process. In the best-case scenario, the claim will be fairly standard and settle easily. However, in larger, more complex cases, insurance claim disputes may compromise the compensation that you receive for your losses.
In several instances, hiring an experienced lawyer to help settle an insurance claim is crucial to receiving the compensation that you deserve. Examples of scenarios that often require legal services include: Continue reading “When To Hire A Lawyer For An Insurance Claim”
When to File an Overtime Claim
As an employee, you’re entitled to fair compensation for your work. Millions of Americans are covered under the Fair Labor Standards Act, or FLSA, which helps ensure that employees are fairly paid.
If you’re covered under the FLSA and your employer has failed to properly compensate you for overtime work, it may be time to file an overtime claim. Keep reading to learn more about your overtime rights under the FLSA and whether you may need to file a claim. Continue reading “When to File an Overtime Claim”
What Is the Process of Filing an Auto Accident Claim?
After being in an auto accident, it’s important to promptly file a claim with your car insurance company. Upon approval of your claim, you’ll receive compensation for losses such as damage to your vehicle and medical expenses.
The process of filing an insurance claim after an auto accident can vary depending on the extent of the damages and the at-fault party. With that said, Florida is a “no-fault” state, meaning that drivers turn to their own insurance companies to file personal injury claims after an accident, regardless of who was at fault. Continue reading “What Is the Process of Filing an Auto Accident Claim?”
Who’s Eligible for the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)?
The Family Medical Leave Act, or FMLA, grants eligible employees a maximum of 12 weeks of unpaid leave with guaranteed job protection. Under current federal law, employers must legally respect their employees’ rights in the State of Florida.
FMLA Eligibility
To take job-protected leave under FMLA, you must first prove a legitimate family or medical reason. The qualifying reasons for 12 weeks of leave within a 12-month period under FMLA include: Continue reading “Who’s Eligible for the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)?”