You spent months managing an important client account. After you told human resources that your supervisor kept making jokes about your religion, your boss gave the account to a coworker. Your pay stayed the same, yet you now have less responsibility at work. In...
employee rights
Can you be fired for political beliefs in Pennsylvania?
Political disagreements at work can make employees worry about losing their jobs. In Pennsylvania, private employers generally have broad power to fire workers over political views. But some legal protections may apply, depending on the employer and the reason for the...
Can you be fired for refusing illegal work in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania generally follows at-will employment, but some exceptions apply. An employee may have legal protection from being fired for refusing to do illegal work. If an employer fires an employee after such a refusal, the situation may support a wrongful...
Debunking common myths about wrongful termination in Pennsylvania
Many workers in Pennsylvania tend to believe that wrongful termination applies to any firing that feels unfair or mean-spirited. However, misinformation can leave employees vulnerable when they are unaware of their actual rights. If you suspect your firing was...
Can your boss deduct money from your paycheck?
A smaller check can create immediate stress, especially when you do not understand why money is missing. You may wonder whether your employer made a payroll mistake, changed your rate or withheld funds for something that happened during your shift. In Pennsylvania,...
Is a standing-only workstation an ADA violation in Pennsylvania?
Standing for a full shift without the option to sit can wear on your body. This is even more so if you have a medical condition that makes long periods on your feet painful or unsafe. Understanding what you can do in this scenario can give you an idea of what options...
What qualifies as wrongful termination?
Losing your job is a stressful experience, but when that dismissal feels unfair or targeted, it can be devastating. This sense of injustice often signals that your employer may have crossed a legal line rather than just making a tough business decision. In the state,...
What can you do if HR ignores harassment in Pennsylvania rights?
Workplace sexual harassment can create stress, especially when Human Resource (HR) does not respond after a report. Pennsylvania law provides protections that may apply in these situations, depending on the facts and circumstances of the workplace. Even when HR does...
Can your employer enforce a noncompete after a layoff?
You were laid off and are now weighing your next steps, but you remember that you signed a noncompete agreement. It can feel frustrating to lose your position and still face restrictions on where you can work. Many employees assume a layoff cancels the agreement. In...
Retaliation is never acceptable at work
Employers have very specific rights that are set by law, and employers can’t infringe upon those rights. Some of the rights they have include not being discriminated against, having safe work conditions and being able to take legally allowable leave, such as what’s...

