Berman Law Firm, P.A. https://www.bermanlawpa.com FindLaw IM Template Mon, 11 Nov 2024 22:06:40 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.1 https://www.bermanlawpa.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1204124/2022/07/cropped-berman-favicon-32x32.jpg Berman Law Firm, P.A. https://www.bermanlawpa.com 32 32 What are reasonable accommodations to the work environment? https://www.bermanlawpa.com/blog/2024/11/what-are-reasonable-accommodations-to-the-work-environment/ Mon, 11 Nov 2024 22:06:40 +0000 https://www.bermanlawpa.com/?p=250116 The U.S. is a diverse nation, and the labor market reflects this. It is important that all workers receive equal access to opportunities and fair treatment at work. Employees with disabilities or other needs based on protected characteristics can make reasonable accommodation requests. What are reasonable accommodations? Adjusting work schedules In some cases, it may be necessary for an employee…

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]]> Signs of discrimination in your performance appraisal https://www.bermanlawpa.com/blog/2024/11/signs-of-discrimination-in-your-performance-appraisal/ Fri, 08 Nov 2024 16:08:04 +0000 https://www.bermanlawpa.com/?p=250115 Appraisal season is just around the corner. While this is a great time to receive constructive feedback from your employer, in some instances it’s a time of disappointment. And the stakes are high, too. Your income may be dependent upon the strength and value of your work, and you may even face demotion or termination if your employer finds that…

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]]> How to identify quid pro quo sexual harassment https://www.bermanlawpa.com/blog/2024/10/how-to-identify-quid-pro-quo-sexual-harassment/ Mon, 21 Oct 2024 20:51:31 +0000 https://www.bermanlawpa.com/?p=250113 Harassment and discrimination in the workplace are vices that create a toxic environment, limiting employee productivity and overall morale. Among these issues, sexual harassment stands out as one of the worst, as it not only undermines professional relationships but also severely impacts the mental and emotional well-being of those affected. One form of workplace sexual harassment is called “quid pro…

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]]> Certain employment activities are protected  https://www.bermanlawpa.com/blog/2024/10/certain-employment-activities-are-protected/ Wed, 09 Oct 2024 14:54:07 +0000 https://www.bermanlawpa.com/?p=250110 Employees in Florida have a host of legal rights. Both federal and state laws seek to ensure that workers are treated fairly. While the term fairly may be subjective, there are certain employment activities that are protected.  In a nutshell, this means that workers can behave in certain ways without being penalized or retaliated against. Outlined below are some of…

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]]> What makes up sexual harassment in the workplace? https://www.bermanlawpa.com/blog/2024/09/what-makes-up-sexual-harassment-in-the-workplace/ Tue, 24 Sep 2024 14:44:25 +0000 https://www.bermanlawpa.com/?p=250108 Sexual harassment is one of the most degrading forms of workplace misconduct, eroding the dignity and respect that every employee deserves. While Florida laws protect workers and promote harassment-free environments, incidents of sexual harassment still happen, leaving many feeling vulnerable and unsupported. Recognizing sexual harassment can sometimes be straightforward, such as when a supervisor demands sexual favors for promotions or…

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]]> Three ways to build an effective workplace retaliation case https://www.bermanlawpa.com/blog/2024/09/three-ways-to-build-an-effective-workplace-retaliation-case/ Tue, 17 Sep 2024 18:33:08 +0000 https://www.bermanlawpa.com/?p=250105 There have been immense improvements in workplace protections over the last several decades, many of which are aimed at protecting employees from unfair treatment based on discrimination and harassment. Yet, despite these efforts, discrimination and sexual harassment occurs on a daily basis in Florida’s workplaces. And while there are reporting procedures in most businesses to inform an employer of these…

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]]> 3 ways employers avoid paying commissions https://www.bermanlawpa.com/blog/2024/09/3-ways-employers-avoid-paying-commissions/ Thu, 05 Sep 2024 08:06:19 +0000 https://www.bermanlawpa.com/?p=250104 Whether you’re in sales or your compensation is tied to some other performance metrics, commissions can make up a significant portion of your income – but your employer could already be scheming to keep those dollars for themselves. Employers can be creative about how they deny fair commission to their workers, but three common tactics usually come into play: 1.…

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]]> Are you “quiet quitting” because of a toxic work environment? https://www.bermanlawpa.com/blog/2024/08/are-you-quiet-quitting-because-of-a-toxic-work-environment/ Fri, 23 Aug 2024 15:48:15 +0000 https://www.bermanlawpa.com/?p=250101 One of the more popular terms used in the last few years is “quiet quitting.” Younger generations of workers are quietly quitting. Quiet quitting in the mindset of not doing more for a job than what is reasonably asked from an employer, such as volunteering extra work hours, picking up other employee’s shifts or working on weekends. An employee’s objective…

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]]> How the glass ceiling holds you back https://www.bermanlawpa.com/blog/2024/08/how-the-glass-ceiling-holds-you-back/ Wed, 07 Aug 2024 18:17:33 +0000 https://www.bermanlawpa.com/?p=250097 If you look at the corporate ladder in your workplace, you may find that things don’t necessarily seem fair. For some employees, it is very easy to climb that ladder. They always get raises and promotions, and they may climb from an entry-level job to an executive position.  Other workers, however, have far more trouble climbing. They keep getting passed…

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]]> How to spot retaliation at work https://www.bermanlawpa.com/blog/2024/08/how-to-spot-retaliation-at-work/ Tue, 06 Aug 2024 13:18:41 +0000 https://www.bermanlawpa.com/?p=250096 If you report an unfair act to those in authority in your office or an external agency, you should be protected from retaliation. For example, when you file a sexual harassment claim against a colleague or report a company’s violation of state or federal regulation to law enforcement. Retaliation is also not uncommon among employees who refuse to engage in…

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