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Governor DeSantis signed new immigration bill (SB 1718) into law
A new immigration measure (SB 1718), which Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed into law on May 10, 2023, will significantly alter the status quo for private firms with 25 or more employees. This measure, which was approved by the Florida Senate on April 28, 2023, and the Florida House of Representatives on May 2, 2023, has provisions relating to immigration that will accomplish the following:
Avoid employee lawsuits
As an employer, you want to run your business smoothly and efficiently, without having to worry about legal disputes with your employees. However, employee lawsuits are a common and costly risk that can damage your reputation, morale, and bottom line. According to a study by Hiscox, one in five small or medium-sized businesses will face employment claims with an average cost to defend of $125,000.
The problem with non-compete agreements
Non-compete agreements have become increasingly common in many industries as a way to protect companies from competition. Employers often use them as a retention strategy to ensure that their employees do not leave to work for a competitor or start their own competing business. However, the enforceability of these agreements varies widely, and they can often do more harm than good.
Concealed Carry and your Florida Business
We often get asked about an employee's right to keep their firearms in their personal vehicles, and not bring them onto the employer's premises. This is a complex and controversial issue that involves both constitutional rights and workplace safety. In this blog post, I will explain the legal framework that governs this issue, and offer some practical advice for employers and employees.
One noteworthy trend has taken shape with employee benefits becoming a more prominent selling point in job advertisements. Recent analysis by Indeed.com reveals an impressive rise in mentions of perks, soaring by over 50%, on the employment platform.