Protecting Women (and Men) Against Unequal Pay

Both federal and state laws protect against wage discrimination based on sex. The Florida Equal Pay Act (EPA) was enacted in 1963, as an amendment to the existing Fair Labor Standards Act. It requires employers to compensate males and females equally if they perform the same work. The statute was passed primarily to address wage […]

I’m owed wages. What are my rights?

Does your employer owe you wages? According to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), when the regular payday for the last pay period you worked has passed and you have not been paid, you may contact the Department of Labor. It may be surprising to learn that your employer has in fact, no certain time […]

Overbroad or unreasonable Non-Compete Agreements may not be legal

Many people sign non-compete agreements with their employers without understanding its precise terms. Don’t assume the document just limits you to working for a competitor in the same town or county, even when it says as much. Many non-compete agreements may claim to apply on a national or even worldwide scope, but not all of […]

Freelancing vs Employment

If your work is the result of a new business, pivot or side gig, understanding the implications of the laws that apply to your business structure is critical. If you are a freelancer – also known as an independent contractor, subcontractor, contract worker, or gig worker, you are essentially a small business. The law will generally […]

Prepare for your initial legal consultation

All attorneys meet with prospective clients in an initial consultation. The purpose of this first meeting is to gather and exchange information, including general legal advice about the case. This initial time together will provide the foundation of the client-attorney relationship if moving  forward with a working relationship. As a potential client, it is important […]