Everyone has a right to dignified treatment while on the job. Unfortunately, we live in a world where not everyone respects those with limitations. On the flip side, many who have disabilities continue getting hired. Also, the law provides significant protection...
Month: June 2019
What are some signs of pregnancy discrimination?
If you are expecting a baby, this is likely an exciting period in your life. And even though you may be eager for your new baby to arrive, you may have concerns about working while you are pregnant. According to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, it is...
Workplace retaliation for reporting discrimination is illegal
Both federal and state (the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act) offer workers protection against workplace discrimination practices. They make it illegal for employers and potential employers to perform discriminatory practices on the basis of age, gender, race, color,...
Does discrimination have a negative impact on health?
In an ideal world, people should feel comfortable and safe at work, home, school and in society so they can thrive personally and professionally. Unfortunately, discrimination still occurs in all forms and affects all types of people. For example, employees...
Can you fire a pregnant worker for violating dress code?
Unfortunately, to this day, protected groups under the law find themselves facing discrimination in the workplace. Of course, this also includes pregnant workers. Some of the manifestations of discrimination against pregnant workers take a surprising form, though. For...
What is valid consideration?
If you are seeking employment, it is likely that your employer will have you sign a non-compete agreement. The terms of the agreement are likely to be different, depending on what your industry is. However, it is important to realize what makes a non-compete agreement...
How can you get out of a non-compete?
If you entered into a non-compete agreement in Pennsylvania, know that PA courts often do enforce such contracts. If you should stop working for your employer for almost any reason, you cannot go to work for a competing firm within a specified geographic vicinity....
Tips for negotiating your severance agreement
When your employer lays you off, you want to negotiate the best severance package. Many workers do not understand that they have some leverage even after their job gets terminated. If you face layoffs at your job or want to prepare for the worst-case scenario,...
How does a contract impact wrongful termination claims?
Wrongful termination is when an employer fires you in a way that violates the law. Employment laws are generally rather flexible, allowing employers to let employees go for almost any reason. Cases involving discrimination are illegal under state and federal laws, but...
Are LGBT workers entitled to FMLA?
While LGBT rights continue to advance across the nation, there are some disparities in equality at the state level. The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania recognizes LGBT marriages and unions, and because of a Supreme Court ruling, must also allow LGBT couples to receive...