Full-time employees in Florida typically work around 40 hours per week. They do this at an agreed rate, at least equivalent to the minimum wage. However, the majority of workers are also entitled to overtime pay when exceeding 40 hours per week. The overtime rate...
Fiduciary duty is a legal term connecting two entities, often organizations and individuals. The individual may have a fiduciary duty to act in the best interests of someone else. The other entity may be the organization itself or the shareholders in general. As such,...
Job postings have changed a lot over time. With increased awareness of diversity and the need to avoid discriminating against people, employers must take more care than ever when seeking to fill vacant posts. Things that might once have been seen as normal could now...
All businesses sell either goods or services. The majority of companies also deal with other businesses, such as suppliers, to continue running efficiently. Businesses have to trade fairly. A company cannot employ deceptive practices that deceive customers. The law...
When two or more companies have similar goals and objectives, rather than competing with one another, they can combine forces and achieve those goals together. In business, this is referred to as a partnership agreement. Partnership agreements can be beneficial as...
Thankfully, the negative stigma around mental health issues has started to shift in recent decades. Mental health issues are something that both business owners and employees can face at times. While new business owners don’t tend to employ an on-site counselor at...
Starting a joint venture can be an exciting step for any entrepreneur. It's a way to combine resources, expertise and networks to complete complicated initiatives. However, like any major business decision, this step comes with challenges and risks. This blog...
A business partnership can be a fruitful relationship. Partners who are on the same page can jointly tackle finding new customers and keeping existing ones. The legal and financial responsibilities of the company can also be shared. Business partners have fiduciary...
The corporate world is notoriously competitive and business owners have to work hard to gain an advantage. Few markets are untapped, which means there is a constant battle with rivals. Nonetheless, companies do not always have to be adversaries. Rather, they can...
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides essential protections for both employees and employers in Florida. Understanding your rights and responsibilities under this federal law can help you comply effectively. For employees Florida workers can get up to 12...
