Finally, a Florida Supreme Court decision on the Private Sector Whistleblower Act, § 448.102(3) determining that an employee must establish by a preponderance of the evidence that the employer’s activity, policy, or practice is in violation of law—that is, it constitutes a violation of the law. There is no longer circuit splits on this issue, and… Read More
G. Jeffrey Vernis receives NRRDA President’s Award
We are proud to announce that G. Jeffrey Vernis, Managing Partner of Vernis & Bowling, was presented with the NRRDA President’s Award at the Annual Conference in Amelia Island, FL.
Vernis & Bowling announces Chip Rieger as Nashville Department Managing Attorney
With over 30 years of litigation experience, Chip is a fantastic addition to our roster. We look forward to the energy and insight he will bring to our clients’ success.
Vernis & Bowling’s St. Petersburg, FL office is part of the SHINE Mural Festival
The SHINE Mural Festival, an annual celebration by the St. Petersburg Arts Alliance, has wrapped up its 11th year of turning the St. Petersburg, FL city walls into a vibrant, world-class outdoor gallery. This year’s theme, SHINE: Origins, spotlighted 17 local artists who transformed 19 walls across St. Pete between November 7 and 16. Since… Read More
EEOC Services Limited
As a result of the current government shutdown, the EEOC has advised it is currently closed, and there will be a limited number of EEOC services available. This will likely have an impact on all currently EEOC Investigations in process for Charges of Discrimination, including a cancellation of interviews and mediations, and the EEOC will… Read More