Sarah Bachich
Meaningful Insight
Prevention is always preferable to cure. We always look out for what’s ahead to ensure clients stay ahead of the curve. Our newsletters, seminars, and videos focus on the law so that you can focus on your business.
Layoffs, different from terminating one employee for poor performance, are when an employer terminates many employees at one time due to budgetary restrictions, economic downturn, or lack of business. This newsletter applies to medium sized companies (15 + employees), particularly in the construction industry. While layoffs can be an important tool to preserve the long-term … Layoffs: What Employers Need to Know Before Taking Action
When employees get behind the wheel on company business, they take your organization’s risk profile with them. Auto accidents are one of the most common and costly sources of liability for employers. In Florida, exposure can arise quickly under the doctrine of vicarious liability, along with state-specific rules governing vehicle ownership and negligent entrustment. A … Managing Risk When Employees Drive Company Vehicles
Misclassifying workers as independent contractors can lead to wage claims, tax issues, and government audits. Before treating a worker as a contractor, employers should run through this quick compliance check. Misclassification may result in legal liability under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), financial penalties, and reputational damages. 1. Who Controls How the Work Is … Are Your Independent Contractors Properly Classified?
Current Florida law requires private employers with 25 or more employees to use E-Verify – the federally sponsored electronic platform used to confirm whether newly hired employees are authorized to work in the United States – for new hires and to retain documentation accordingly. In early 2026, Florida’s House of Representatives advanced House Bill 197 … Florida Legislature Proposes Universal E-Verify Mandate
 The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) remains one of the most important federal labor laws for employers. One area that continues to generate confusion (and lawsuits) is the distinction between exempt and non-exempt employees. Misclassification can expose employers to significant liability, including back pay, overtime, penalties, and attorneys’ fees. What Is the FLSA?  The Fair … Employment Law Update: Understanding FLSA Exempt vs. Non-Exempt Employees
In Florida, where employment is generally at-will, employers are allowed to terminate an employee for any reason—or no reason at all—so long as it is not an unlawful reason. However, wrongful terminations can still lead to expensive legal claims, reputational harm, and internal workplace disruption. This newsletter highlights practical steps Florida employers should follow to … Best Practices for Employee Terminations in Florida: A Legal and Strategic Guide for Employers
Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs) can be a valuable tool or a litigation risk depending on how they’re used. Employers considering a PEO relationship must understand not just the administrative upside, but also the legal implications of co-employment, contract structure, and liability exposure. Some commonly known PEOs include Integrity, Paychex, and ADP. What Is a PEO? … Considering a Professional Employer Organization or PEO? Here’s What Employers Should Know
