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Discrimination and complaints of discrimination in the workplace addressed in the Employee Rights Reporter, the blog provided by Sass Law Firm’s employment attorneys.

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Can you be fired for being gay or transgender? Supreme Court rules no!

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Today, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that federal law protects LGBTQ workers from employment discrimination. In this landmark decision, the Court resolved a dispute between the lower courts on whether Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII) prohibits sexual orientation discrimination.  Read the full opinion here. Title VII […]

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Examples of Wrongful Termination in Florida

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Wondering if you have a claim for wrongful termination? While Florida does not recognize an independent claim for wrongful termination, federal and state laws makes it unlawful to terminate employees based on the following: Discrimination/Harassment – If you believe you were terminated because of a protected characteristic recognized by federal, state or local law, this

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Employment and the Coronavirus Pandemic – Know Your Rights

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The World Health Organization declared the outbreak caused by the coronavirus, also called COVID-19, a global pandemic. This pandemic has created new and confusing issues for employers and employees alike. What happens if you cannot work because your child’s school is closed and you are unable to find childcare? Can your employer announce that all

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Top FIVE Employee Rights Myths Debunked

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When we consult with clients, they are often surprised to learn that common beliefs about their rights as employees are incorrect.  Here is the truth about the top five employee rights myths. I can sue for “wrongful termination.” NOT TRUE. Florida does not recognize a claim for “wrongful termination.” In Florida, employment is considered “at-will”

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Are Employees of Elected Officials Protected from Discrimination?

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Do you work for an elected official of the State of Florida? Have you been discriminated against based on your race, sex, disability, age or other protected characteristic? You might be surprised to learn that common federal anti-discrimination laws (such as Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the American with Disabilities Act or the

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Additional Steps to Take if You Think You are About to Get Fired

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Picking up from where we left off last week (see Steps to Take), just before being terminated or at the time you are being fired, you may not always remember all the right questions to ask or actions to take.  In the second part of this series, we provide additional things you can do to

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Steps to Take if You Feel You are About to Get Fired!

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Feeling like you are about to get terminated or laid off? Make sure you take these recommended steps to best protect yourself: TRY TO GET A DOCUMENTED REASON FOR THE TERMINATION OR LAYOFF, IF POSSIBLE. Employers are not legally required to give you a reason for your termination or layoff. This makes it easier for

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PROVING YOUR CASE: What NOT to Take From Your Employer

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If you have a legal dispute in the workplace, you may wonder how to collect the evidence you need to prove your case.  Because you typically have the burden of proving your case, and because important information usually is controlled by the employer, you may be tempted to gather information if you believe you are

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The Highest Court to Decide Landmark Cases on Sexual Orientation and Title VII

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On April 22, 2019, the United States Supreme Court agreed to hear three cases: (1) Bostock v. Clayton County; (2) Altitude Express v. Zarda; and (3) R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Homes Inc. v. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).  The Justices will decide whether sex discrimination, covered by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act

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