The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission requires employers to grant reasonable accommodations to members of their workforce who have a disability. In general, reasonable accommodations are modifications to people’s working conditions that enable them to work...
employment law for employers
What employers should know about the Living Donor Protection Act
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf recently passed a measure called the Living Donor Protection Act to protect employees who donate organs and tissues. The new law, set to take effect in June 2021, applies to workers who serve as living donors and would otherwise qualify...
The various types of discrimination that you might encounter
As a general rule, employers in Pennsylvania and throughout the United States are not allowed to discriminate against workers based on their religion or gender. They are also generally not allowed to treat workers differently because they are addicted to drugs or...
6 ways employers discriminate against employees with disabilities
You maintain certain rights as an American employee who has a disability, and your employer, if covered by the Americans With Disabilities Act, has an obligation to avoid discriminating against you if you choose to exercise them. The ADA applies to employers that...
6 legal considerations for your remote employees
In recent month, we have seen a growing focus on remote employees and remote work. Due to the advantages that remote work can offer both employers and employees, this is most likely a sign of things to come. However, it’s important for everyone to understand the legal...

