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A recent study on the impact of discrimination against lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people in Pennsylvania found that the state ranked 24th out of 50 states for LGBT rights. The research indicates that while the state has made progress in providing increased...
Unfortunately, whatever line of work you are in, you could become a victim of racial discrimination. Though treating employees and job applicants differently based on their race is against the law in Pennsylvania, it still happens regularly here in the Harrisburg...
Non-compete agreements are something an employer may ask an employee to sign that creates a contract where the employee agrees to certain stipulations. These agreements prevent an employee from leaving one employer and going to work for another in the same field. They...
In recent years, sexual harassment at the workplace has garnered national attention. More workplaces have made attempts at stamping this issue out, though unfortunately, it continues to persist to this day. However, some have asked: is it even possible for sexual...
Welcoming a child into your family can be an exciting time. Unfortunately, for many women, it can also cause stress in the workplace. You may worry about how your colleagues and bosses may react. According to the Department of Labor, your boss, supervisors and...
As you probably know, Pennsylvania is an at-will employment state. This means employers in the commonwealth can typically fire you for any reason they choose or even for no reason at all. Still, if your employer engages in impermissible discrimination, you may have a...
If you have four or more employees, your company probably must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Among other things, the IRCA requires you to complete Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, for each new employee you hire. You also...
Workers in Pennsylvania have certain rights when it comes to employment. However, the state does offer employment on an at-will basis in many instances, as explained by the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development. Understanding the nature of...
Discrimination within the retail sector is no secret. It has long surfaced in a loud and clear way pertaining to significant pay gaps and fewer chances of promotion opportunities among Blacks and Latinos compared with their white counterparts. Retail workers who are...
If you experience sexual harassment, you could struggle with various hardships, such as depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. You could feel uncomfortable in the workplace and this unlawful behavior can interfere with your career as well. There are many other...
