This time of year, many businesses are having holiday parties. Often, these are at off-site venues like restaurants and hotels where employees can relax, enjoy a meal and a few drinks and maybe even dance or play games. Increasingly, companies have been foregoing...
Year: 2025
How do you handle retaliation without losing your job?
You may feel stuck when you report discrimination at work in Pennsylvania and then start to sense backlash. You might worry that speaking up could cost you your job. State and federal laws offer protection and thoughtful steps may help you stay employed while you...
Pennsylvania finally has a CROWN Act
Racial discrimination in the workplace doesn’t always involve denying someone a job or a promotion because of their race. There are many ways employers can discriminate against people based on their race. That discrimination sometimes includes prohibiting people –...
How cannabis legalization affects workplace drug policies
Many Pennsylvania employers find themselves at a crossroads when an employee tests positive for marijuana. As cannabis laws evolve, workplace drug policies must balance employee rights with safety concerns. A look at Pennsylvania's medical marijuana law The Medical...
3 reasons why you shouldn’t sign that NDA immediately
In many workplaces or business settings, you might be asked to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA). These documents are meant to protect confidential information, but they can also limit what you can share or say in the future. While NDAs may seem harmless at first...
When do employees have a right to severance pay?
Certain employment benefits protect workers during their tenure at a company. Health insurance and disability coverage provided by employers can protect workers from hardship if they have medical challenges. Paid leave allows workers to balance their personal...
Same sex sexual harassment can be embarrassing for workers
Employees facing same-sex harassment often find themselves in a uniquely uncomfortable situation. They may fear being judged, misunderstood or even ridiculed if they speak up. For instance, a male employee harassed by another man might worry that others will question...
Workplace romance or harassment?
Romantic relationships can sometimes grow in the workplace. You might meet someone during projects, long hours or company events. While these connections can feel natural, they also raise questions about boundaries and fairness at work. The main concern comes when...
How to Handle Contractual Disputes with Employees Who Have Left the Company
At first, it might seem like losing an employee, while inconvenient, isn’t that big of a deal. But the truth is that losing someone who knows the ins and outs of your business operations can put you at risk. These individuals may wind up sharing your organization’s...
Does at-will employment prevent wrongful termination lawsuits?
Most professionals want to keep their jobs indefinitely, or at least until a better opportunity arises. Losing a job suddenly can cause significant financial hardship and may increase the timeline for achieving certain professional goals. When people lose their jobs,...

