Blog Archives - Emmanuel Sheppard & Condon

Jan 25, 2022 | By ESC Law | Read Time: < 1 minute | Blog

Statement on the Status of the OSHA COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing ETS

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration is withdrawing the vaccination and testing emergency temporary standard issued on Nov. 5, 2021, to protect unvaccinated employees of large employers with 100 or more employees from workplace exposure to coronavirus. The withdrawal is effective January 26, 2022. Although OSHA is withdrawing the vaccination and testing ETS as an enforceable emergency temporary...

Jan 12, 2022 | By ESC Law | Read Time: 3 minutes | Blog

Florida Harassment Laws in the Workplace

If you employ workers in Florida, you need to know about Florida’s workplace harassment laws. As an employer, you need to understand what type of workplace conduct amounts to unlawful harassment. You also need to know how to protect your company from workplace harassment claims. Finally, you should know when to contact an experienced Florida employment attorney to investigate...

Dec 23, 2021 | By ESC Law | Read Time: 3 minutes | Blog

Selling a Business in Florida: What to Consider

Selling a business in Florida can be a really exciting experience. You have worked diligently to build a company that is worth purchasing, and all that hard work is about to pay off. Of course, you would prefer the process to be quick and seamless, but for that to occur, there are a number of things to consider when...

Dec 8, 2021 | By ESC Law | Read Time: 4 minutes | Blog

Can an Employer Sue an Employee in Florida?

While it is less common for an employer to sue an employee than vice versa, there are many valid legal reasons that an employer may bring a cause of action against an employee (or ex-employee) and win. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, many people hold over 10 jobs in their lifetime. There are many reasons to transition,...

Dec 3, 2021 | By ESC Law | Read Time: 3 minutes | Blog

What Happens When You Get a DUI in Florida?

Drinking and driving is undoubtedly a serious offense and something you should never take lightly. If you were arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in Florida Contact an experienced Florida DUI defense lawyer or call today: 850-433-6581 If you were arrested for a DUI there are a lot of things to consider and a lot of things that...

Dec 3, 2021 | By ESC Law | Read Time: 4 minutes | Blog

Florida DUI Penalty Chart

Driving under the influence or driving while intoxicated, also known as DUI or DWI respectively, carries stiff penalties in Florida. The DUI penalties in Florida increase with each new offense if you have prior convictions for DUI. A Florida DUI penalties chart might help you better understand what you may be facing after getting such a charge. Understanding all...

Dec 2, 2021 | By ESC Law | Read Time: 3 minutes | Blog

How Long Do You Have to File a Workers’ Compensation Claim in Florida?

If you were injured on the job in Florida, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation. Contact us online or call today to schedule a free consultation: 850-433-6581 Many people don’t realize they have a valid claim right away, so they may delay filing a claim. You may be asking, How long do you have to file a workers’...

Dec 2, 2021 | By ESC Law | Read Time: 4 minutes | Blog

Florida Corporate Laws Overview

As a Florida business owner, you probably know that one of the first tough choices you’ll have to make for your business is what kind of business entity to form. Forming a Florida corporation may set your business up for the best chance of success. Starting a corporation may seem complicated. After all, some of the biggest names in...

Dec 1, 2021 | By ESC Law | Read Time: 4 minutes | Blog

Filing for a Divorce in Escambia County and Pensacola

Need to file for a divorce in Escambia County & Pensacola, Florida? An experienced divorce attorney can help. Contact us online or call today to get started: (850) 433-6581 Divorces are messy, to say the least. There are some rare circumstances where everything goes exactly as planned, but going through an Escambia County divorce or a Pensacola divorce on...

Dec 1, 2021 | By ESC Law | Read Time: 3 minutes | Blog

Do Florida Workers’ Compensation Calculators Work?

If you were injured in the course of performing your work duties, you might be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. An experienced workers’ compensation lawyer at Emmanuel Sheppard & Condon can help. Contact us online or call today for a free consultation: (850) 433-6581 You may be wondering how much your claim is worth and asking the question, do...