Signing an employment contract with a noncompete agreement may not seem like a concern during the onboarding process. Professionals may let their excitement about a new opportunity overwhelm their better judgment. They may then face significant professional...
Year: 2026
5 hairstyles and head coverings now protected in Pennsylvania
A supervisor suggests your Bantu knots or hijab do not fit the company corporate aesthetic. While they may call it a style suggestion, this type of comment often crosses the line into unlawful discrimination. In Central Pennsylvania, you have the right to show up as...
Immediate steps to take after wrongful termination
Losing your job unexpectedly can be overwhelming, especially when the termination feels unfair or unlawful. Wrongful termination may occur when an employer dismisses a worker for reasons that violate employment laws or established workplace protections. Taking the...
Invisible disabilities and fair treatment in the workplace
Many employees work while managing health conditions that others never see. These conditions affect how they work each day. Because these disabilities are invisible, work can feel uncertain. Some employees worry about whether their employers will believe them. Others...
What counts as workplace discrimination?
Many employees know that workplace discrimination is illegal. While everyone enjoys working in an agreeable environment, not every unpleasant workplace experience is unlawful. It’s essential to know what actually qualifies as discrimination under the law so you can...

