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With the passage of Amendment Two to Florida’s Constitution of in November 2016, qualified physicians may now issue physicians’ certifications for the medical use of marijuana by individuals with debilitating medical conditions. The amendment’s passage has prompted numerous legal questions including those from businesses that employ and/or contract for the…

On October 5, 2018, the Centers for Medicare/Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that it will soon promulgate new regulations aimed at increasing the oversight of health care and other services provided to senior citizens and the elderly. CMS hopes the new regulations will ensure that appropriate care occurs, decrease elderly abuse…

When was the last time that your business had a wage audit to evaluate whether your employees are properly classified under the Fair Labor Standards Act, or had your employee handbook reviewed and revised to bring it up-to-date with the law and current company practices? If it has been a…

The next suggested resolution in our series of business resolutions is one that all businesses in Florida should implement, as it is legally required. On January 1, 2019, Florida’s minimum wage will increase from $8.25 to $8.46 an hour. Employers should be prepared to make appropriate pay adjustments for their…

As 2019 approaches, many companies reflect on the year that has gone by, remembering both the triumphs and missteps. As this year comes to a close, many businesses will be making business resolutions for the new year. You may already have some goals set, but if you do not, this…