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Employment Law Exhibits for Florida Courts

Florida employment litigation follows the Florida Civil Rights Act (FCRA) for discrimination claims and Florida statutes for wage issues. Miami-Dade, Broward, and Hillsborough Counties handle significant employment case volume. This guide covers exhibit preparation for discrimination, harassment, and wage claims in Florida.

Florida Courts E-Filing Portal / CM/ECFPer FRCP and court orderFCRA, Florida Statutes Chapter 760
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E-Filing SystemFlorida Courts E-Filing Portal / CM/ECF ↗
File Size Limit25 MB
Exchange DeadlinePer FRCP and court order
Primary RuleFCRA, Florida Statutes Chapter 760

Common Employment Law Exhibits in Florida

Employment records and personnel file
Offer letters and employment contracts
Performance reviews and evaluations
Emails and electronic communications
Witness statements
Comparator employee evidence
Pay records and wage statements
Company policies and handbooks
EEOC/FCHR charges and responses
Time records
Damages calculations
Medical records (emotional distress)

Florida Employment Law Tips

  • 1FCRA mirrors Title VII for protected classes
  • 2Florida Commission on Human Relations (FCHR) handles charges
  • 3Florida is at-will employment state
  • 4No state minimum wage overtime law - FLSA applies
  • 5SDFL and MDFL handle federal employment cases
  • 6Florida state courts follow FRCP-style discovery
  • 7Document comparative treatment carefully

Common Employment Law Filing Mistakes in Florida

Missing FCRA 365-day filing deadline
Not exhausting administrative remedies
Incomplete comparator employee evidence
Not obtaining full personnel file
Relying on state wage law when FLSA applies
Inadequate documentation of adverse action

Employment Law Exhibits in Florida: FAQ

What is the FCRA filing deadline in Florida?

FCRA requires filing with Florida Commission on Human Relations (FCHR) or EEOC within 365 days of the discriminatory act. FCRA provides longer period than some states.

What exhibits are needed for Florida discrimination cases?

Discrimination exhibits include: employment records, comparator evidence, personnel file, communications showing bias, FCHR/EEOC filings, and damages documentation.

What wage laws apply in Florida?

Florida has minimum wage requirements but limited overtime protections beyond FLSA. Prepare federal FLSA claims documentation for overtime and wage claims.

How do I file employment claims in Florida?

Options include: federal court (SDFL, MDFL, NDFL), state court, EEOC, or Florida Commission on Human Relations. Choice affects procedures and available damages.

What damages are available in Florida employment cases?

FCRA provides compensatory damages with Title VII-style caps. Prepare wage loss calculations, benefit valuations, and emotional distress evidence.

Related Resources

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