By: Paul Sutherland Recently we have seen an uptick in the amount of questions that are being asked surrounding the training of employees. The typical question that is asked of us is whether or not the employer is required to pay the employee for attending a training. The answer to that question is a resounding……
Making The Case For Employee Training
Central Florida is currently in the middle of an economic boom. Housing prices are rising, the area is improving and expanding infrastructure, new businesses are opening, employment is up. It is a great moment in our economic history. However, as good as the economy in Central Florida is right now, many employers may be finding…
Brewery Misclassification
Opening a brewery is often the culmination of a life long dream and years of hard work and dedication. It should be a euphoric moment for any brewery. However, the ever-changing rules of operating a business in the twenty-first century can dampen that euphoria. They can be overwhelming and confusing to understand, apply, and keep…
The Battle For Branding. Florida’s Updated Glassware Law
It just became more cost effective for local restaurants to purchase branded glassware for the beverages that they sell, but does this really have the beneficial effect on small breweries that the public thinks it does? Appearing to be a win for craft beer lovers everywhere, it is debatable as to whether or not this…
U.S. News Awards Wilson McCoy, P.A. 2017 Best Law Firm for Fifth Consecutive Year
Maitland, FL – September 23, 2016 – U.S. News recently released their top picked law firms for the 2017 year, awarding Maitland-based firm Wilson McCoy, P.A. with the 2017 Best Law Firm Award in the area of Labor Law. Over the last five years, the U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” initiative has…
If you make less than 50 but you work more than 40 you need 1.5: Major Change to the FLSA in 2016
Written by Karina Xart McMahon. Presently, to be lawfully classified as a “salaried” (or as it’s defined under the law “exempt”) employee under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the employee must receive $455 per week, which is approximately $23,660 per year, among other factors. However, according to an announcement from the White House this…
Wilson McCoy, P.A. Firm and Attorneys Recipients of Several 2016 Awards
For the fourth consecutive year, Wilson McCoy, P.A. has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a “Best Law Firm” in Florida. Such distinction has been provided to the Firm in the areas of Employment Law – Individuals, Employment Law – Management, Labor Law – Union, and Litigation – Labor & Employment. Shareholder…
Less Than 15 Employees is Not a Free Pass to Discriminate
Some companies mistakenly believe that because they have less than 15 employees they can treat their employees however they wish (including discriminating against them). However, such belief can be a costly mistake. Yes, the Florida Civil Rights Act (“FCRA”) and Title VII require a minimum of 15 employees in order to be sued for discrimination;…
Are Internal Investigations of Harassment Privileged?
When an employer is put on notice of a claim of discrimination or harassment by an employee, it has an obligation to promptly investigate the matter and take appropriate corrective action. When such an investigation occurs, and it involves an attorney, it raises a question as to whether the investigative findings are subject to the…
Support Small Business Saturday
With Black Friday well on its way, be sure to save some of your money to support local and small community-based businesses too on November 28th, Small Business Saturday. While you may not always be getting the best deal, the dollars you spend at mom-and-pop shops keeps money in your community. In fact, according to…