In recent years, Florida has seen significant changes to its minimum wage laws, reflecting broader national trends toward increasing the standard of living for low-wage workers. These changes, approved by voters, are set to unfold incrementally over the next several years.

Clarity and precision are very important when you draft an independent contractor agreement. Whether you're a business owner or a freelancer, understanding these agreements can save you from legal issues.

The DOL's Independent Contractor Rule aims to clarify the criteria for determining whether a worker is an independent contractor or an employee. This distinction is crucial as it affects everything from tax obligations to benefits and legal protections.

Non-compete agreements, also referred to as “non-competes” have long been a staple document used by employers of all sizes to protect their business interests. However, the era of non-competes in U.S. employment is coming to an end after the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued its final rule to prohibit the use of these agreements across the country.