Florida § 487.2071 - Penalties against violators; worker relief.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 487.2071 — Penalties against violators; worker relief., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 487.2071. Penalties against violators; worker relief.
(1) Penalties set forth in this part shall be applied to any person who violates this part. A person who violates this part is subject to federal penalties as provided in the United States Environmental Protection Agency Worker Protection Standard, 40 C.F.R. s. 170.9(b). (2) A worker who has been subject to retaliatory action and seeks relief under this section may file a complaint with the department. (3) In any action brought pursuant to this section that involves retaliatory action, if the retaliatory action is predicated on the disclosure by a worker of an illegal action, policy, or practice of any person covered by this part to an appropriate governmental agency, the worker may not be required to show that the disclosure was under oath or in writing or that the worker notified the employer in writing of the illegal action, policy, or practice.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 487.2071
What does Florida Statutes § 487.2071 cover?
Section 487.2071 ("Penalties against violators; worker relief.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 487.2071?
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