firing someone who is pregnant

Please note this blog post is written for employers, although we understand it may be of interest to employees as well. At this time, our firm only represents business owners and employers. If you need assistance with a legal matter as an employee, please consult a firm that represents employees. As a business owner or officer, you know that...

limited liability partnership florida

Starting your own business is an exciting venture. However, before you really dive in, one of the first things you need to do is decide on what type of business entity you want to form.  “Choosing the right form of business entity is one of the first important decisions business owners must make.” Business Attorney Kristi Benson Common entity...

is it legal to dock pay for mistakes

Please note this blog post is written for employers, although we understand it may be of interest to employees as well. At this time, our firm only represents business owners and employers. If you need assistance with a legal matter as an employee, please consult a firm that represents employees. It can be very frustrating when your employee makes...

how to file a lien against a business

When businesses fail to live up to their financial obligations, those who do business with them can get hurt. Whether you are a vendor supplying the business with materials on credit, or a commercial real estate owner leasing the building within which said business operates, Florida law provides you recourse to get your money back—or at least get some...

work separation agreement

Please note this blog post is written for employers, although we understand it may be of interest to employees as well. At this time, our firm only represents business owners and employers. If you need assistance with a legal matter as an employee, please consult a firm that represents employees. As a business owner and employer, you’ve undoubtedly had...

florida wage and hour law

Please note this blog post is written for employers, although we understand it may be of interest to employees as well. At this time, our firm only represents business owners and employers. If you need assistance with a legal matter as an employee, please consult a firm that represents employees. Florida wage and hour law refers to standards and...

business license florida

Do you have a great skill or a great idea, and you’re ready to start working for yourself? Starting your own business can be the answer that is financially, professionally, and personally rewarding. While coming up with a great business idea is the most important part of your new professional endeavor, you likely need a Florida business license to...

Breach of Confidentiality

Please note this blog post is written for employers, although we understand it may be of interest to employees as well. At this time, our firm only represents business owners and employers. If you need assistance with a legal matter as an employee, please consult a firm that represents employees. Almost all businesses will involve and contain certain confidential...

hr-attorney

Please note this blog post is written for employers, although we understand it may be of interest to employees as well. At this time, our firm only represents business owners and employers. If you need assistance with a legal matter as an employee, please consult a firm that represents employees. Employment matters can be tricky. From hiring and termination...

Hiring-Independent-Contractors-vs-Employees

Whether a worker is an independent contractor or an employee impacts company expenses to employ the individual. Additionally, a worker’s classification affects the individual’s rights in the workplace. Correctly classifying worker status is an essential element of Florida employment law.  Growing companies, particularly when they are starting out, often want to minimize their own labor expenses by engaging independent...