Employment Discrimination: Who Is Liable? from Richard Celler There are a number of federal laws that prohibit various forms of employment discrimination. Many states, including Florida, have also passed anti-discrimination legislation. Learn more about it in this presentation.
Workers in the United States enjoy many protections under federal laws. For example, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or gender. Sexual harassment is a form of illegal gender discrimination and your employer can be held legally responsible if you are […]
Unfortunately, employment discrimination continues to occur in the United States despite the existence of numerous state and federal laws making it illegal to engage in certain types of discriminatory practices in the workplace. Although no amount of money can truly compensate a victim of discrimination, your Florida discrimination attorney can help victims of workplace violations […]
Damages in an Employment Discrimination Lawsuit from Richard Celler Harassment, both sexual and otherwise, is illegal in the workplace. The type(s) of monetary damages you may be entitled to will depend on the relevant statute or law.
Worker in the United States are protected by certain state and federal laws aimed at ensuring a fair and discrimination free workplace. Most employers are required to comply with those laws. The Fair Labor Standard Act, or FLSA, for example, is where the federal minimum wage and overtime pay requirements are found. Are all employers […]
Most workplace discrimination lawsuits are settled out of court through a negotiated settlement. If, however, an out of court settlement is not forthcoming your case will proceed to trial and your award, assuming success, will be determined after trial. Topics covered in this report include: When Is Discrimination Illegal in the Workplace? Monetary Damages in […]
Florida Employment Discrimination: When Is It Illegal from Richard Celler “Discrimination is always illegal in the workplace, right?” Like many people you may be under the impression that discrimination is always illegal. Learn more about Florida employment discrimination in this presentation.