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Most employers are well aware that the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state laws like the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA) require employers to try to accommodate disabled employees. But how do employers determine what accommodation to make? It is...
More employers need a keen awareness of the prevalence of disability among their workforce. A comprehensive understanding of the commonality of disability is not just an ethical imperative. It is also a strategic necessity to sidestep potential disputes and compliance...
With the start of a new year, small business owners and startups are encountering changes in the financial landscape that demand their attention. One such change revolves around the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network and its updated reporting requirements for...
On March 24, 2023, Governor DeSantis signed House Bill 837 into law; however, the weeks prior, nearly 100,000 lawsuits were filed to avoid the bill’s effects. These filings consist of about 77% of the total cases that were filed since January 1, 2023. To put it...
A recent exploration by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce parsed the numbers and came to some interesting conclusions. First, it wasn’t really a “great resignation” so much as a “great reshuffling” from some industries to others. Second, some of it continues today, with...
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...
The Bipartisan Policy Center reported that 20% of expectant mothers have experienced some type of discrimination due to pregnancy. Pennsylvania employers have a responsibility to ensure that they are in compliance with laws protecting these vulnerable employees. These...
In today's fast-paced world, technology plays a significant role in various aspects of our lives, including the hiring process. Employers are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence to streamline and enhance their recruitment efforts. Only two states, Ohio and...
The existence of noncompete agreements has long served to help companies protect themselves from the threat of unfair competition and to keep their valuable trade secrets within the organization. To that end, businesses rely on the law to facilitate their ability to...
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...