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...
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Pittsburgh Employment Law Blog
Heading off workplace discrimination complaints from the start
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...
Your options for resolving a non-compete contract dispute
When hiring or promoting employees to a position in which they become privy to company secrets, it can be wise to require the signing of a non-compete agreement. This contract prevents the employee from working with your competitors while under your employment and...
Wage and hour claims, insurance and resolving disputes
Wage and hour disputes are among the most common employee issues and employers must limit their exposure to this kind of claim. Wage and hour claims can be frustrating and costly, but employers can protect themselves and their businesses with the right kind of...
3 tips for companies planning layoffs
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...
Protecting your business interests with restrictive covenants
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...
Do employers have to provide breaks under the FLSA?
The Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (FLSA) governs minimum wage and overtime, as well as certain aspects of child labor and recordkeeping. As an employer, you must carefully comply with this law to avoid complaints and disputes surrounding areas like employee...
Lawmakers scrutinize practice of charging employees for training
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...
Non-compete contract disputes and how to avoid them
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...
What are the penalties for employee misclassification on the I-9?
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...