Why Small Business Owners Should Not Handle EEOC Charges Without Legal Representation
At The Wannos Law Firm, we’ve recently seen a troubling trend: small business owners attempting to represent themselves during the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) process—often without fully
Important Factors to Consider When Hiring Employment Counsel Under an EPLI Policy
Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI) carriers and their insureds should consider several key factors when hiring employment law counsel to defend cases under EPLI policies. These factors ensure
Is Your Employee Handbook Ready for 2025?
As a Florida business owner, you know how quickly workplace laws and regulations can change. Staying compliant isn’t just a matter of legal necessity—it’s about protecting your business, fostering a productive work environment,
Business owners and HR professionals often ask me if they can consult with their general business attorney for employment law matters. The answer is maybe, depending on the experience of the business lawyer. However, many times, the answer will
Do your managers know what they can/cannot say when an employee needs to pump? The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) went into effect in 2024 and applies to employers with at least 15 employees. It protects both employees AND those
The Importance of Having a Lawyer Review Your Contract Before you Sign
When you are asked to sign a contract, why don’t you have a lawyer review it first?Contracts contain language that can have substantial repercussions. However,
Importance of Complying with Employment Laws
CEOS/ Presidents/ Business Owners – Businesses are exposed to substantial risk if they don’t comply with the employment laws. Consider these metrics:1. Increase in employee lawsuits – Don’t think the business will get sued? The
Hiring employees is a highly regulated by federal and state laws. The employment laws provide protections to individuals who are not yet employed by the company- in other words, individuals who are applying for a job and participating in an
Question: I need to make sure my business is operating correctly. Should I hire an HR Consultant or Employment Lawyer and what is the difference?This question comes up a lot. Employment lawyers can help make sure the company is doing
How to prepare for employment law mediations and resolution of workplace disputesMediation is a time to bring opposing parties together to attempt to resolve a dispute now, rather than have the dispute drag through the court system and cost time,