Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in Florida

Re: holding paycheck

The law in Florida is clear. If you worked the hours then the employer has to pay you. The employer is acting in violation of FL statutes.

You should have her consult with an attorney. In cases like this the courst generally order the losing side to pay the other's attorney fees. If the facts are as you represent, then your daughter will most likely prevail. Unless misrepresentations were involved, if I represented her, I would not seek payment of any fees unless the other side was ordered to pay them.

You should schedule a formal consultation with a lawyer. A good means of obtaining an attorney referral is by contacting your State's bar association or your local county bar association. They probably have a web site and charge a nominal fee for the referral. Most attorneys either provide a free initial consultation, or charge a nominal fee. If you are located within the Greater Tampa/St. Petersburg area, I would be happy to meet with you and your daughter.

Good Luck, Elliot Jay Goldstein (I also maintain a Tampa office)

The above information is provided as a courtesy, without any consideration and without knowledge of the specific facts. Do not rely on this information. Seek a formal consultation with an attorney.