A well-rounded employee handbook is a cornerstone of any business. Employee handbooks can help businesses avoid litigation and can be a positive way of informing staff about company policies and their rights and duties in the workplace. The following is an overview of...
Employees are a big asset for many Pennsylvania businesses. When an entity finds the right people and is able to place them in the right jobs, its organizations can thrive. However, businesses can quickly experience hardships and problems when employees make claims...
With businesses transitioning to remote work platforms over the past year, the ability of employers to accurately report nonexempt workers’ remote work hours remains a significant challenge. Fortunately, the Department of Labor (DOL) is providing guidance to employers...
A business can face a whole host of employment related legal issue over the course of its life. Any one of them can threaten to derail its financial stability and its reputation, both of which are imperative to continued success. That’s why it’s critical for...
For many unemployed workers in Pennsylvania, staffing companies are a great resource that helps them get back on their feet. However, staffing companies have to adhere to employment law just as much as regular business owners. If one of their clients has an issue,...
According to the Department of Labor, among the most common complaints it receives are those which involve wage and hour penalties. In fact, the department also stated that in 2019 it uncovered over $322 million in back wages. This has prompted states such as...
A U.S. District Judge set aside a recent rule set by the U.S. Labor Department that mandated wage increases for H-1B visa workers. The departments of Homeland Security and Labor released a companion rule that was meant to narrow the types of jobs that could qualify...
A court has ruled that a company didn't commit a breach of contract by firing an employee less than a year after he was hired. According to the former employee, the company gave him an offer letter that said the company "anticipated" employing him for at least five...
Although noncompete agreements have come under scrutiny in recent years, they can be effective tools for Pennsylvania companies that are looking to protect their interests. Generally speaking, this type of agreement forbids an employee from working for a direct...
Businesses frequently face personnel changes. Business partnerships may not last forever, and valued employees may choose to depart the company. The separations might even occur on good terms. Regardless, questions could arise regarding a noncompete contract....
