Tampa Labor & Employment Attorney on Florida's At Will Employment

 Florida "At Will" Employment

Florida is considered an "at will" employment state. At will means that both the employer and employee are free to terminate their relationship with each other for just about any reason and at any time with the exception of employee discrimination or other unlawful reasons.

Other than for reasons of discrimination or other unlawful reasons or in cases where an employment contract is in question, Florida remains to be a State that supports an at will arrangement between employer and employee.

Employment Contracts 

There are laws however that will support you should either an employer or employee break that contract in whole or in part, without specific cause. Florida courts have consistently indicated any exceptions to the employment at will doctrine should be adopted by the legislature but they consistently hold that if there is no definite term of employment, it is at will. If you do have an employment contract and have been terminated, or if there has been a breech with regards to salary, benefits or performance issues, then you may have a breech of contract case. It's important to understand that there are specific terms and language that must have been included in your Florida employment contract to make that contract truly enforceable under Florida law.

Florida Employment Contract Writing and Negotiation

Understanding the laws in Florida with regards to employment contracts is a must before entering into an employment contract. If you have been offered a contract, it is wise to seek the advice of a Tampa labor and employment attorney prior to signing this agreement. There may be language that would not raise concerns at first glance by a non-lawyer. This is equally as important for an employer to also consult with a Tampa Labor and Employment Attorney to draw up and negotiate their Florida employment contracts.

The best way to engage in a professional, long term employee/employer relationship is for you both to understand and abide by the agreements you make with one another. A knowledgeable employment contract attorney in Tampa can provide counsel and support to ensure that the employment contract is written in your best interest.

For more information about employment contracts or Florida's At Will Employment , visit us online at http://www.lublinerlaw.com.