Expecting mothers in Pennsylvania often choose to continue working throughout their pregnancy. In fact, many also plan on returning after maternity leave. So why do pregnant women still face discrimination in the workplace? A pregnant woman may not even realize that...
Month: April 2020
Can I be wrongfully terminated with at-will employment?
It is true that due to the nature of at-will employment in the United States, employers have a lot of discretion when it comes to both hiring and firing. This means that wrongful termination can be very hard to prove in many instances. However, even though the...
When equal work doesn’t lead to equal pay
When you’re conversing with your colleagues, the subject of pay may come up. If they start sharing their salaries, you might discover that your male coworkers – who hold the same job as you – earn more than you do for equal work. Such a revelation is unfortunate, yet...
What counts as quid pro quo sexual harassment?
Employees and Sexual Harassment Many employees may know what sexual harassment is, but are unaware of what quid pro quo means when used in a legal context. In order to be aware of what you should do when confronted with this issue, it is best to learn more about its...