Florida Court Cases

Court cases regarding various areas of Florida labor law including overtime, time tracking, wrongful termination, breaks, leave, and more.

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2023
Overtime Violation

61 Caregivers to Get $260K in Overtime from Sarasota Nursing Agency

A Florida nurse staffing agency faced legal action after 61 caregivers claimed they were misclassified and denied overtime pay, raising concerns under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

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2023
Overtime Violation

Security Guard Sues Over Rate Manipulation to Avoid Overtime

Thompson v. Regions Security Service, Inc. is a legal case involving a Florida security guard who accused his employer of altering his regular pay rate to sidestep overtime pay obligations under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

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2023
Overtime Violation

Landscaping Worker’s Overtime Lawsuit Delayed Over FLSA Coverage Gaps

Jackson v. Creation Maintenance Inc. is a legal case involving claims of unpaid overtime and an initial default, with the court requiring more evidence before proceeding.

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FloridaFlorida
2015
Discrimination Law Violation
Wrongful Termination

Beverage Company Settles Bias and Wrongful Termination Case for $300K

The EEOC filed a legal case against a bottled water company on behalf of a long-term Florida employee who alleged gender discrimination and wrongful discharge following an internal restructuring.

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FloridaFlorida
2012
Discrimination Law Violation
Wrongful Termination

Florida Restaurant Pays $200K in Harassment and Firing Case

A legal case was brought against the owner of a Florida restaurant following allegations that female staff were subjected to ongoing harassment by a customer and that one employee was fired after reporting the conduct. The matter centered on claims of a hostile work environment and unlawful retaliation under federal law.

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FloridaFlorida
2010
Wrongful Termination

Jury Awards $81M to Ex Store Manager After Firing Over Cancer

A legal dispute involving a former retail store manager centered on allegations of wrongful termination and interference with medical leave during cancer treatment. The jury found in favor of the plaintiff, awarding substantial damages for emotional distress and punitive harm.

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