Minimizing Risk. Resolving Disputes. Protecting Your Business.
As remote work becomes the norm, businesses must reevaluate their strategies to ensure Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) compliance in virtual settings. This blog post delves into the impact of remote work on EEOC compliance, addressing challenges, and...
In the complex world of employment laws, understanding when and how to pay overtime can be challenging for employers. At the heart of these regulations is the desire to ensure fair compensation for employees who put in extra hours. In Pennsylvania, as in many other...
Employee misclassification is a significant issue in Pennsylvania that has drawn the attention of many stakeholders, including the government and workers' rights advocates. Employee misclassification occurs when an employer misclassifies a worker as an independent...
As an employer, ensuring that your employees receive fair and accurate compensation for their work is not only important from an ethical standpoint; it is essential to avoid costly litigation. Unfortunately, even the most diligent employers can make mistakes that may...
Minimizing labor costs through layoffs is often a difficult but necessary choice for businesses facing uncertain economic times. Unfortunately, companies are often reluctant to begin the process until the need is dire. Rushing a layoff can easily lead to costly...
Staying a step ahead of the competition is vital to the growth and success of your company. Restrictive covenants, such as non-compete, non-disclosure and non-solicitation agreements, can protect your business. However, using them without legal guidance can do more...
A non-compete agreement can prevent your former employees from using your company's secrets to benefit your competitors. This does not mean that a non-compete contract is appropriate for every employee. Unnecessary or overly restrictive agreements can lead to costly...
Today, we live in a world of rapidly expanding technology that affects and improves all areas of life. This includes the modern workplace, which has more benefits than ever before. Unfortunately, however, many of the problems from days gone by still exist even in the...
As an extractor of natural gas in Pennsylvania’s Marcellus Shale region, no one need to tell you the importance of having an experienced employment law attorney on your side. Perhaps no area of employment is more fraught with the potential for lawsuits than the...
Your company could benefit from established procedures for managers to use when disciplining and firing employees. A carefully prepared method may shield you from a former worker's allegations of unlawful termination. An employee handbook outlines your expectations...