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Best Practices for Documenting Employee Performance Issues
Effective performance documentation is one of the most important tools employers have. When done correctly, documentation helps improve performance, supports fair decision-making, and significantly reduces legal risk. When done poorly, it can undermine discipline, damage credibility, and fuel litigation. Here are best practices every employer should follow for performance issues: Document Early and Consistently. Don’t … Best Practices for Documenting Employee Performance Issues
Continue Reading about Best Practices for Documenting Employee Performance IssuesLoren & Kean Law Announces Promotion of Frank Sardinha III to Partner
Loren & Kean Law is pleased to announce the promotion of Frank Sardinha III to Partner. Frank has been a valued member of the firm, known for his strong legal skills, client-focused approach, and commitment to excellence. Frank focuses his practice in high-stakes business disputes, construction and employment law. His promotion reflects both his professional … Loren & Kean Law Announces Promotion of Frank Sardinha III to Partner
Continue Reading about Loren & Kean Law Announces Promotion of Frank Sardinha III to PartnerAnnouncement: Sarah Bachich Achieves SHRM-CP Certification
We are pleased to announce that Sarah Bachich, Senior Associate, has successfully earned the SHRM-CP (Society for Human Resource Management – Certified Professional) credential. The SHRM-CP is a globally recognized certification demonstrating advanced knowledge of HR competencies, strategic people management, and employment best practices. Earning this credential reflects a high level of professional dedication and … Announcement: Sarah Bachich Achieves SHRM-CP Certification
Continue Reading about Announcement: Sarah Bachich Achieves SHRM-CP CertificationUnderstanding Employers’ Reasonable Accommodation Requests Under the ADA
Employers across Florida continue to face complex and evolving obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), particularly when it comes to responding to requests for reasonable accommodations. As litigation trends and EEOC enforcement actions increase, it’s more important than ever for employers to ensure their policies and practices align with federal requirements—and reflect Florida’s … Understanding Employers’ Reasonable Accommodation Requests Under the ADA
Continue Reading about Understanding Employers’ Reasonable Accommodation Requests Under the ADAFlorida’s Minimum Wage Is Rising to $14/hr on September 30, 2025: What Employers Need to Know
As of September 30, 2025, Florida’s minimum wage will increase from $13.00 to $14.00 per hour for non-tipped employees, and from $9.98 to $10.98 per hour for tipped employees (i.e., those for whom employers can claim up to a $3.02 tip credit). This raise is part of a voter-approved initiative—Amendment 2, passed in November 2020—that mandates … Florida’s Minimum Wage Is Rising to $14/hr on September 30, 2025: What Employers Need to Know
Continue Reading about Florida’s Minimum Wage Is Rising to $14/hr on September 30, 2025: What Employers Need to KnowFour Attorneys at Our Firm Recognized by Super Lawyers; Additional Honor for Frank Sardinha III
We are proud to announce that four attorneys at our firm — Bruce E. Loren, Michael I. Kean, Kyle W. Ohlensclaeger, and Frank Sardinha III — have been recognized by Super Lawyers for their outstanding professional achievement and peer recognition. Kyle and Frank were listed as Rising Stars. In addition, Frank Sardinha III has earned … Four Attorneys at Our Firm Recognized by Super Lawyers; Additional Honor for Frank Sardinha III
Continue Reading about Four Attorneys at Our Firm Recognized by Super Lawyers; Additional Honor for Frank Sardinha IIILOREN & KEAN LAW ADDS TWO BIG CONSTRUCTION WINS
The lawyers at Loren & Kean recently prevailed in two construction disputes in arbitration and court. Frank Sardinha and Bruce Loren represented a local roofing contractor at trial in Palm Beach County seeking to collect on the balance of the contract price owed by the owner. The dispute was almost five years old, but Frank … LOREN & KEAN LAW ADDS TWO BIG CONSTRUCTION WINS
Continue Reading about LOREN & KEAN LAW ADDS TWO BIG CONSTRUCTION WINSPreparing for ICE Raids and Audits
With a crackdown on illegal immigration, ICE has emphasized enforcing I-9 compliance through audits and raids. The construction industry appears to have been specifically targeted. ICE Audit vs. Raid An ICE audit is when an employer is required to produce I-9s with supporting documents in a very short time frame, usually three days. The Notice of Inspection … Preparing for ICE Raids and Audits
Continue Reading about Preparing for ICE Raids and AuditsLOREN & KEAN STRENGTHENS ITS EMPLOYMENT PRACTICE REPRESENTING EMPLOYERS AND EXECUTIVES
The firm is excited to welcome Sarah Bachich as a Senior Associate. Sarah will continue her practice in employment law, exclusively representing employers and management executives. Born and raised in Jupiter, Sarah comes to the firm with extensive experience in complex employment matters, having worked at the U.S. Department of Labor in the Office of … LOREN & KEAN STRENGTHENS ITS EMPLOYMENT PRACTICE REPRESENTING EMPLOYERS AND EXECUTIVES
Continue Reading about LOREN & KEAN STRENGTHENS ITS EMPLOYMENT PRACTICE REPRESENTING EMPLOYERS AND EXECUTIVESFEDERAL APPELLATE COURT REINSTATES REQUIREMENT FOR COMPANIES TO FILE BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP INFORMATION (BOI) WITH FINCEN AS REQUIRED BY THE CORPORATE TRANSPARENCY ACT (CTA)
As a follow-up to our previous week’s post, on December 23, 2024, a federal Court of Appeals reinstated the reporting requirement for companies to file BOI reports with FinCEN. The reporting deadlines are as follows: Companies that were created or registered prior to January 1, 2024 have until January 13, 2025 to submit their initial … FEDERAL APPELLATE COURT REINSTATES REQUIREMENT FOR COMPANIES TO FILE BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP INFORMATION (BOI) WITH FINCEN AS REQUIRED BY THE CORPORATE TRANSPARENCY ACT (CTA)
Continue Reading about FEDERAL APPELLATE COURT REINSTATES REQUIREMENT FOR COMPANIES TO FILE BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP INFORMATION (BOI) WITH FINCEN AS REQUIRED BY THE CORPORATE TRANSPARENCY ACT (CTA)