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Eleventh Circuit Holds that a Fair Labor Standards Act “Opt-In” Collective Action Claim Does Not Bar Further State-Law “Opt-Out” Class Action Claims
On September 28, 2016, the Eleventh Circuit issued its decision in Calderone v. Scott, a case that had implications for Florida plaintiffs with wage claims against their employers.[1] In Calderone, former employees of the Lee County Sheriff’s Office brought suit against the Sheriff under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) and the Florida… Read More »
Johnson Named to 2016 Best Law Firms in Florida by U.S. News and World Report
Hard work, responsiveness and attention to client needs is a tried and true formula that guides our firm in every aspect of our practice. We are honored once again for the recognition by U.S. News and World Report’s First Tier Firm rankings as one of Florida’s Best Law Firms. Thank you to our clients… Read More »