Employee or Independent Contractor?
Should I Classify my Worker as an Employee or an Independent Contractor? It is important that employers correctly categorize their
Eric Gros-Dubois
July 5, 2016
Employment Law
Employment Law
What are Background Checks?
Aside from certain situations where Florida law requires that employees be screened, such as law enforcement officers or those hired to work with children or the elderly, requiring an applicant or employee to submit to a screening is also possible.
Eric Gros-Dubois
May 18, 2016
Business Law
Why do I need a Non-Compete Agreement?
A non-compete agreement is a contract between an employee and an employer in which the employee agrees not to enter into competition with the employer during or after employment. Non-compete agreements in employment contracts are essential in protecting your business from unfair competition, and safeguarding your trade secrets and confidential information once an employee decides to leave.
Eric Gros-Dubois
April 11, 2016
Employment Law
What are the Requirements for Workers Compensation Coverage in Florida?
If you are an employee who works for another person, group, or company, you are required to have Workers’ Compensation Insurance. This includes people working under any type of contract and also includes all lawfully and unlawfully employed immigrants and minors.
Eric Gros-Dubois
March 16, 2016
Employment Law
What if my Employer isn’t Paying me the Minimum Wage?
If your employer for whatever reason is not paying you the applicable minimum wage or the agreed wage for your hours worked, you have a legal claim to recover damages against your employer.
Eric Gros-Dubois
October 30, 2015
Employment Law
Penalties for Misclassifying Employees and Independant Contractors
The risks involved in the misclassification of workers as independent contractors rather than employees are serious. Federal and state agencies have the authority to impose both monetary and non-monetary sanctions against employers who misclassify their workers. Yet, employers remain subject to civil liability with respect to the claims of their workers, as well as to potential criminal liability.
Eric Gros-Dubois
September 2, 2014
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