If you are not getting paid, you are not alone. Sadly, wage theft is a pervasive issue—with workers losing billions of dollars in unpaid wages every year. In this scenario, a Philadelphia employment lawyer may be able to help you, but there are some important steps that you will need […]
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Pregnant workers in Pennsylvania have clear legal rights. Pregnancy-related discrimination is prohibited under both Pennsylvania and federal law; and, when employers illegally discriminate against their pregnant employees, they can (and should) be held accountable. Unfortunately, while pregnant workers’ legal rights are clear, employers don’t always know—or follow—the law. As a […]
Are you owed unpaid overtime? If so, you could be eligible to join a class action lawsuit. Overtime violations usually impact multiple employees; and, by joining forces, employees who have been underpaid can seek to hold their employers (or their former employers) fully accountable. Here is a brief overview of […]
If you have received a severance agreement from your employer, there are several important factors you will want to consider before you sign. While there can be benefits to accepting a severance agreement (typically in the form of financial compensation and continuing access to healthcare coverage or other benefits for […]
As an employee in Pennsylvania, you have the right to work in an environment where you feel safe, comfortable and respected. Harassment in the workplace is prohibited; and, if you report harassment to your employer, your employer should take your report seriously, conduct an investigation and take any remedial action […]