Minimizing Risk. Resolving Disputes. Protecting Your Business.
As an employer, you have many concerns, from ensuring operations remain smooth to maintaining harmony and productivity among workers. There are many areas of potential liability to worry about as well. One specific subject to be cautious about is wrongful termination...
Both the federal and Pennsylvania state governments have regulations in place that ban discrimination in the workplace. However, this does not completely eliminate the issue. According to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the state saw almost 4,000...
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...
With only 10% of American workers reporting that their employers have a training repayment agreement, the practice of requiring employees to reimburse employers for training when they quit is relatively rare. However, the practice is becoming more common. Some...
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...
Since 1986, most employers in the U.S. have had an affirmative obligation to verify the identities and legal work authorization of all employees they hire. They do so by completing and retaining Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. This requirement applies...
Staffing companies provide a unique role in helping match employers with qualified candidates in a wide range of professions. However, staffing agencies also face unique liabilities when it comes to managing their responsibilities under state and federal labor laws....
A single employment liability case can result in substantial losses for a company. To avoid employment law disputes, you need a sound liability prevention strategy. Elements of a strong employment plan The first step in loss prevention is to create an employment...
An allegation of discrimination has the potential to derail your Pennsylvania business, taking valuable time and money away from operating it. However, there are certain steps you might take while running your business to lower the chances of a discrimination-related...
When you hire someone to work for your Pennsylvania business in some capacity, how you classify that employee matters. How you classify an employee affects everything from that employee’s tax obligations to your own ability to control what he or she does, so it is...