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...
employee rights
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...
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 –...
Do employees actually have to give two weeks’ notice?
It is common practice for employees to give two weeks’ notice before they leave their job. They are just giving the employer a heads-up so that the employer can begin the process of hiring a replacement or shifting employees around. The employee does this because they...
What are protected statuses and activities in employment?
Employees have very strict rights that employers must comply with. Some of these include not having to face retaliation for protected statuses or protected activities. It’s critical that all employees understand what these mean. When an employee has a protected...
Are there protections for employees with HIV/AIDS?
Employees living with HIV or AIDS receive protections under both federal and state laws that ensure fair treatment in the workplace. These protections cover areas like discrimination, accessibility, and privacy, guaranteeing that individuals with HIV/AIDS receive...
The right to reasonable accommodation vs. the right to privacy
Most people with any kind of disability are aware, at least vaguely, of their right to “reasonable accommodation” by employers. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires employers to provide their employees with the accommodations they require to do their job...
The role of company handbooks in proving wrongful termination
When someone loses their job, they often feel frustrated and confused. Many wonder if their employer had a valid reason for firing them. In Pennsylvania, most jobs are “at-will,” which means employers can let workers go at any time for almost any reason. Still, there...
What laws protect LGBTQ+ employees at work in Pennsylvania?
LGBTQ+ employees in Pennsylvania are protected from workplace discrimination by federal, state, and local laws that promote fairness and inclusion. It's important for both employees and employers to understand these rights. Federal protections for LGBTQ+ employees...

