by Mike Pierro | Aug 17, 2024 | Employment
Employment discrimination is an issue that can impact workers across all industries, affecting everything from job security to career advancement and workplace satisfaction. Despite numerous laws designed to protect employees from discriminatory practices, many still...
by Mike Pierro | Aug 5, 2024 | Employment
Workplace discrimination is a significant issue that can impact employees’ lives, career progression, and well-being. To illustrate, let’s delve into a detailed example of discrimination in a hypothetical company. The Setting Imagine a mid-sized tech company,...
by Terese Kerrigan | Aug 9, 2023 | Employment
Transitioning back to work after FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act) leave can be a significant adjustment. It can be a complicated process for both employees and employers. Here are some tips to help make the process smoother: What You Should Do Before FMLA Leave:...
by Terese Kerrigan | May 18, 2023 | Employment
Brian understands that developing effective Paid Time Off or PTO policies can be a complex task for employers in the Sunshine State. That’s why Calciano Pierro’s experienced team is here to provide you with expert guidance on crafting PTO policies that...
by Mike Pierro | Mar 11, 2022 | Employment
When you think of “overtime wages,” you generally think of time-and-a-half or one and one-half times your regular hourly wage for each hour worked over a traditional 40-hour work week. In 1938, the Department of Labor’s Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) established this...
by cpdev | Jul 6, 2021 | Employment
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) contains various wage and hour protections including minimum wage and overtime provisions. However, entitlement to such protections depends upon one being an “employee” versus an “independent contractor.” The...
by cpdev | Apr 22, 2021 | General
“If I’m sick or injured, does my employer have to give me time off?” This is a very common question employees ask attorneys, and the answer the attorneys give is even more common: “It depends.” Although we recommend you speak with your own attorney to get an...
by cpdev | Apr 17, 2021 | Employment
By virtue of Florida’s tourism industry, hospitality employees make up one of the most significant portions of the state’s workforce. Where you see hotels, restaurants, bars, night clubs and casinos, you will find hourly-paid employees who rely heavily on tips for...
