In Florida, employment is generally considered to be at-will, meaning that the employer can terminate an employee for any reason or no reason at all, as long as it is not an illegal reason. Employers do not need to provide notice before terminating an employee unless the employment contract requires it.
However, there are exceptions to the at-will doctrine. If the employee is terminated for an illegal reason, such as discrimination based on their protected status, retaliation for whistleblowing, or exercising their legal rights, then they may have a claim for wrongful termination.
In such cases, the employee may file a complaint with the Florida Commission on Human Relations or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission within 180 days of the termination. They may also choose to file a civil lawsuit against the employer in state or federal court.
If the employer violates an employment contract that requires notice before termination, the employee may have a breach of contract claim against the employer.
Further action may include contacting an employment attorney for legal assistance in determining the best course of action and potential remedies.
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