by Primary | Jun 30, 2020
Yes, in almost all cases. Except for “disposition without administration” which is for very small estates, Florida law has many pitfalls and technical rules that can be very frustrating for the non-lawyer. Also if something is done wrong, the whole case may need to...
by Primary | Jun 30, 2020
Under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), a private employer with at least 50 employees must give qualified employees 12 weeks of unpaid leave each year for certain medical and family reasons, such as the adoption or birth of a child or to care for a serious...
by Primary | Jun 30, 2020
While all tax related issues are best answered by an accountant, there are legal issues to consider. An independent contractor is a worker who is self-employed and who performs work for an employer on a project or contractual basis. While an employer must pay for...
by Primary | Jun 30, 2020
An employer who receives a complaint of harassment on the basis of sex, race, national origin, age, religion or disability has an obligation under federal and state law to take immediate steps to investigate the complaint and if needed, take prompt, appropriate...
by Primary | Jun 30, 2020
Employers are under no obligation to provide references for former employees. Providing employment references may leave former employers open to legal liability from the former employee and the prospective employer. Employers also must take care not to reveal...
