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Talcum Powder Case Yields $4.69B Verdict

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A mega-dollar punitive damages verdict was recently awarded in a mass tort targeting Johnson & Johnson (J & J), the iconic corporation that markets “baby powder” and, until 2012, Shower to Shower talcum powder. A St. Louis jury deliberated for...

Are Florida Non-Compete Clauses Enforceable?

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It is common for Florida employers to include a non-compete clause in their employment contract, or to ask new employees to sign a non-compete agreement. When you sign this type of document, you agree to restrict professional pursuits that might...

Hostile Work Environment in Florida

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Blatant discrimination and harassment at work is all too common, affecting people from all walks of life. This includes those who find themselves in a hostile work environment in Florida jobs. According to a CNBC report in 2017, as many...

How Long Does It Take to Get Paid by Workers’ Comp?

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After suffering an injury at work, it is only natural to be anxious about finances and wondering how long it takes to get paid by workers’ comp. If you are seriously injured, you may be off duty for a while;...

Can You Get Workers’ Compensation for Repetitive Motion Injuries?

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Repetitive stress injuries (RSI) are one of the most common workers’ compensation claims, costing insurance carriers a great deal of money each year. Also known as repetitive trauma, repetitive motion, or overuse injuries, these conditions tend to result in long...

Can You Be Fired for No Reason in Florida?

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When you go to work in the morning, you probably do not expect to lose your job; however, this is something that does happen to people from time to time. It’s one of those life-changing phrases that no one wants...