Florida Employment Lawyers

Serving Florida Clients with Various Employment Needs

One of the most critical objectives of most business owners (and one of the biggest obstacles) is developing a good relationship with employees. The employer must ensure their workers understand their duties and the repercussions for not fulfilling their obligations. Retaining a law firm can help you develop the foundation you need to prevent disputes and navigate conflict when it arises.

At Brick Business Law, P.A., we strive to provide clarity, guidance, and practical advice to the businesses and individuals we represent in employment law matters. We understand the steps to achieve a favorable outcome for our clients facing a multitude of workplace issues, evolving and expanding workplace laws, and direct employment law disputes litigated in the courts.

The complex and varied legal protections afforded to employees can seem like obstacles to a smooth employer-employee relationship. Our legal counsel provides tools and awareness to protect our clients’ rights, remain compliant, and vindicate their rights in court when necessary.

Brick Business Law is a source of knowledge and assistance for managers, business owners, and executives throughout Florida. Our attorneys have the experience and understanding to resolve disputes efficiently and effectively. With each case, we work hard to fully understand our client’s business circumstances and goals. Call 813-669-0122 to schedule your free case evaluation with our highly skilled legal team.

What Are Some Common Issues Employers Face in Florida?

Employers and employees often require assistance cutting through the difficulties associated with so many state and federal employment laws. Additionally, navigating the day-to-day operations of a business can present issues when individuals differ on how they’d prefer to handle certain matters. Employers may also face challenges when they need to correct or reprimand individuals who are failing to uphold their contractual duties.

Our employment law team offers customized solutions in the following areas:

• Employee handbooks, training, and business organization
• Accessing benefits (for employees)
• Administering benefits (for employers)
• Wage and hour disputes, including unpaid overtime, commissions, and bonuses
• Misclassification of employees and contractors under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and compliance, including assisting with Department of Labor investigations
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), leaves of absence, and disability/pregnancy reasonable accommodations
• Workplace harassment, discrimination and retaliation, and whistleblower investigations and legal claims
• Employee discipline and discharge, including reductions in force, severance, and separation agreements
• Partner, shareholder, executive, and professional compensation, agreements, and disputes
• Non-compete/Non-solicitation/Confidentiality/Trade Secret agreements, including assessing compliance and enforcement after an employee’s departure
• Wage and hour compliance audits and pay policies

What clients need and what is best for them are at the heart of the law practice at this firm. We have experience working with businesses and individuals. Call today to discuss your unique labor and employment matter with our caring, capable team of employment law attorneys.

How Can Valid Contracts Improve My Business When Dealing With Employees?

One of our primary objectives when taking on a client in regard to employment law is to address whether the company has legally sound contracts. Employment agreements and other contracts not only protect the employer but also give the worker peace of mind as they understand their duties, rights, and responsibilities.

From an employer’s standpoint, utilizing strong legal documents can make all the difference when confronted with an issue such as an employee failing to perform their job as required. With sound employment agreements, non-compete agreements, and other documents, the employer can successfully take legal action against the worker if necessary.

Of course, we also strive to find solutions through less drastic measures before taking a matter to court. Our legal team can help you draft powerful documents protecting your and your employees’ rights. We’ll also be standing by to enforce those contracts whenever necessary.

What Happens When Florida Employees Pursue Legal Action?

When employees take action against their employers, several events may happen:

• The employee may be protected or have obligations under certain laws, such as the Florida Civil Rights Act, Labor and employment law, and other federal and state laws
• The defendant may present a counter-claim to prove that their actions were not based on workplace discrimination, sexual harassment, or any other employment discrimination
• The parties may have the opportunity to resolve their differences through mediation or another alternate conflict resolution method
• If a satisfying conclusion does not occur in third-party mediation, a Florida court may make a ruling on the matter

If you’re being faced with legal action over wrongful termination, employer failure to give overtime pay, breach of employment contracts, sexual harassment, discrimination based on gender, nationality, religion, or sexual orientation, or are dealing with another employment law dispute, please call our law firm right away. We’ll help gather evidence to back up your claim and defend you from any false allegations.

Can Your Employment Lawyers Handle Wage and Overtime Disputes?

The employment law attorneys at Brick Business Law, P.A. are ready and capable of successfully handling a variety of employment issues, including wage and overtime disputes. Federal laws, such as the Fair Labor Standards Act, govern these matters, making employee rights a crucial factor in every decision. We’ll provide legal advice that helps your business stay compliant and avoid future disputes.

At Brick Business Law, P.A., we firmly believe that preventing legal disputes is far preferable to dealing with conflict in the future. That’s why we help our clients craft carefully designed contracts and agreements that ensure their employee’s rights are respected and that the employer’s needs are met.

We are prepared to help you draft documents and will stand by your side to enforce your contracts if disputes should arise in any of the following matters:

• Overtime compensation
• Equal pay
• Tipped workers
• Florida labor laws
• Exceptions for medical conditions
• Family Medical Leave Act
• Wage theft
• Minimum wage requirements
• Unpaid wages

We’ll help you prevent the above issues and more and address conflicts as they arise. You can count on our team for legal services that meet your needs in a wide range of labor and employment law matters. Call today to schedule your free consultation!

What Can I Do if I’m Being Threatened with a Harassment or Discrimination Lawsuit?

One thing many employers fear, and rightfully so, is being accused of harassment or workplace discrimination. With more and more protected traits, knowing when and how to take action against an employee can be difficult. Violating federal and state laws can leave you facing fines and other financial losses, so learn more about your responsibilities as an employer by talking with our team of employment law attorneys.

We’ll help you avoid discrimination claims, including for the following protected traits:

• Marital status
• National origin
• Sexual orientation
• Gender and gender identity
• Religion
• Disability
• Military status
• Citizenship status

These and other protected traits mean you need to exercise utmost care and ensure your employee’s legal rights are not violated. Our legal team can assist you by advising you on your unique circumstances. We base every piece of legal counsel on our decades of combined experience, which allows us to protect our clients to the fullest of the law.

How Can Your Law Firm Help Me as an Executive or Business Owner?

Our team of employment lawyers has vast experience advising and representing executives and business owners in various legal matters. We know that your bonuses, compensation, stock options, and perks are all a vital part of your employment agreement. We’ll fight to make sure your compensation matches the quality of work and experience you bring to your company.

We can assist virtually any high-level employees and employers, including:

• C-suite executives
• Sales leaders
• Owners, shareholders, members, and managers
• Executives dealing with mergers, acquisitions, and dissolutions
• Doctors, dentists, lawyers, and other professionals who own and operate their practices

We’ll be by your side to help negotiate favorable agreements, fight for your rights, enforce contracts, enforce non-compete agreements, and many other actions that can benefit you as an executive, manager, or owner. Call today to learn more about the advantages that come from our honed legal services.

What Are the Basic Steps of the Employment Dispute Process?

Many employees, whether rightfully or not, take legal action against their employer at some point. It is crucial to remember that, as an employer, you also have legal rights that must be respected. Understanding the basic steps of the legal dispute process can help you protect your rights and arrive at the most favorable solution possible. Of course, if you are confronted with any legal issue, your priority should be to speak with your business attorneys at Brick Business Law, P.A.

The steps for various employment matters, such as workplace discrimination claims, unpaid wages, and other issues, typically go as follows:

• Informal resolution – The employee should be encouraged to bring complaints to the employer and resolve matters directly whenever possible
• Discovery – Both parties may wish to gather evidence that backs up their claims
• Mediation – The next step, if personally talking to each other doesn’t result in a solution, would be to use mediation. In mediation, both parties may be represented by a legal professional. A neutral third party can help the conflicting parties find a solution that satisfies both sides
• Arbitration – Arbitration occurs when the person takes legal action but doesn’t go to court. Decisions made in arbitration are usually legally binding
• Trial – If all other matters fail, a judge will make a final decision during a courtroom trial

As an employer, you have many burdens weighing on you. Don’t let your company’s well-being get overlooked because of a legal issue. Let our team of knowledgeable employment lawyers handle your matter and get the best outcome possible so you can focus on running your business. Call Brick Business Law, P.A. today.

What Other Practice Areas Do Your Lawyers Engage In?

The legal team at Brick Business Law, P.A. has spent years helping clients through various matters, including the following:

• Business Lawsuits and Disputes
• Buying or Selling a Business
• Employment Law
  • ADA/FMLA/Pregnancy Fairness Act for Employers
  • Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation
  • Employee Mobility and Non-Competes
  • Employment Law Counseling and Litigation
  • Employment, Noncompete, and Human Resources Documents and Advice
  • Executive Compensation and Professional Agreements
  • Securities and FINRA
  • Trade Secrets and Confidential Information
  • Wage, Commission, Bonus, and Overtime Disputes
  • Whistleblowers
  • Remote Workers in Florida
• Setting Up and Running a Business
• Co-Counsel for Attorneys
• Fractional Chief Legal Officer
• Law Firm Acquisition

We are experienced, skilled litigators who will stop at nothing to get you the results you need in your case. We understand the applicable laws that govern Florida employees and will use our knowledge to get the most favorable outcome possible. Whether you are facing an alleged violation of state laws or have another employment-related issue, you can trust us with excellent advice and representation.

Should You Hire Our Florida Employment Lawyers?

Employment matters can appear small but often have lasting repercussions. Please don’t make the mistake of thinking you can get through this legal issue on your own or with an inexperienced lawyer. You need the best team of employment lawyers on your side to handle your situation with tact and skill.

Whether you need counsel immediately to address a wage and hour dispute, non-compete agreement dispute, or assess current legal compliance to manage and reduce risks, our attorneys will be there. We are always ready to adjust our services to suit clients’ needs and expectations.

You can rely on our legal professionals for honesty and clarity in all cases. Request a consultation about your legal concerns, whether you are an employer, executive, or owner who will entrust your legal matter to our firm. To schedule an appointment, send an email inquiry or call 813-669-0122. We have offices in Tampa, St. Petersburg, and the Sarasota area and handle employment law matters across Florida.