In Florida, when Wage and Hour violations affect several employees over an unnecessarily long period of time, it can give rise to substantial liability, even if employers are acting in good faith. An Overview of My Wage and Hour Services Counseling clients in Florida...
Wage and Hour laws in Florida are a set of complex and intricate laws with both state and federal elements. However, the laws themselves were carefully designed to ensure the rights and wages of employees. Florida Employers are constantly being accused of failing to...
In 2014, there were hundreds of Wage and Hour class actions filed against Florida businesses. In 2017, that number skyrocketed to thousands. In the State of Florida, the average amount of money employers have to spend to defend a Wage and Hour lawsuit is approximately...
As an employer, navigating the many federal, state and even local Employment Laws of the State of Florida has never been more challenging and complex. From routine matters such as laws related to minimum wages to the significant changes the Affordable Care Act has...
In the event a Wage and Hour claim is filed against you, even if your business violates the Fair Labor Standards Act (or FLSA), you may still be able to limit damages or escape liability if one of the two“Good-Faith Defenses” applies. In addition to the...