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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...
Employers rely on temporary employees to fill employment needs during times of increased demand or due to worker injuries or illnesses. Businesses often use staffing agencies to supply the necessary workers. While staffing agencies employ short-term workers, both the...
Benefits packages, including paid time off, are often a big point of negotiation when hiring a new employee. You may think that you need to offer your employees paid time off under employment law, but this is not true. Pennsylvania law does not require you to offer...
The Fair Labor Standards Act helps ensure a minimum level of pay for most employees. It sets the federal minimum wage, but do note you must pay at least your state minimum wage if it is higher. If your business employs tipped workers, then the FLSA may apply...
Non-compete agreements allow you to put provisions in place to prevent employees from leaving your company to work for a competitor. If one of your employees chooses to leave your organization, the non-compete remains in effect for a specified period of time. Even...