Wage theft is a significant issue for many workers in Pennsylvania. Wage theft refers to when an employer does not pay employees for work performed, violates minimum wage laws, denies overtime pay, requires off-the-clock work or makes illegal deductions from...
Month: February 2018
How employers push out older workers
As workers reach their fifties, they start to notice gradual yet noticeable changes in how their employers treat them. The once heavy workload decreases, opportunities to join company activities drop, and their performance is being scrutinized more than ever. Sadly,...
Why should employees understand their employment contracts?
The employment contract serves as the foundation of your employer-employee relationship. The problem is employees often sign their contract without really understanding it. Remember, your employment contract should have terms and conditions that favor both you and...
How to negotiate a severance agreement with an employee
When it comes to parting ways with an employee, negotiating a severance agreement is a necessary step. It ensures a fair and mutually beneficial arrangement for both sides. Understanding the process and preparing accordingly can help you arrive at the most favorable...
Documenting evidence in cases of sexual harassment at work
No matter how progressive and developed the world has become, sexual harassment remains prevalent in the workplace. Sexual harassment is not always recognizable. Sometimes it starts as a lewd joke or a demeaning comment disguised as a compliment. Nevertheless, sexual...
How often do women experience sexual harassment at work?
When women come forward with accusations of sexual harassment at work, they expose themselves to potential retaliation and scrutiny. There are few instances where they receive justice, making every victory in these cases a significant accomplishment. But not everyone...
Are workers with substance use disorder protected from discrimination by the ADA?
The right to work is a fundamental human privilege with roots as far back as 1948 in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Just because a person is coping with a substance use disorder does not mean that they have to automatically sacrifice that freedom....
Saying “It was a joke” does not make it less sexually harassing
Many of us consider our workplace as an extension of our homes since we spend a substantial chunk of our days there. Unfortunately, some people do not feel safe in their workplace because of supervisors, coworkers and even clients whose behavior creates an...
Could 2024 bring a federal ban on non-compete agreements?
Companies often require certain concessions from new employees during the hiring process. For example, employment contracts often include restrictive covenants. Businesses will require that workers avoid certain types of activity by including restrictive covenants in...
How does the PUMP Act protect mothers in the workplace?
The signing of the PUMP Act expanded protection to about 9 million women, according to the Center for American Progress. Juggling the roles of a working mom can be tough, but the PUMP Act steps in to protect the rights of working mothers in the United States. This law...