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Downsizing is the process of reducing the size of a workforce. People are being laid off from their jobs. Effectively, this isn’t much different than being fired for any of these employees, but it often happens en masse. For example, a company will cut 10% of its...
One of the key factors of many workplace sexual harassment cases is a power imbalance. This may have affected the relationship or even made it possible for the harassment to occur in the first place. One example of this is quid pro quo sexual harassment. This is often...
A dog attack can be absolutely terrifying – and the aftermath of an attack can involve complex medical issues and legal claims. Among the many possible complications from a dog bite, three issues stand out: infections, scars and post-traumatic stress disorder. Here’s...
Some people have medical challenges that limit their career options. They may have acquired illnesses or congenital medical conditions. Regardless of the nature of someone's medical challenges, they may require certain forms of support to do their job safely and...
Wrongful termination is when you are fired in a way that violates your rights. For example, maybe the firing was discriminatory. Your employer decided to let you go based on your gender, your religion or your race. It’s illegal for them to do this, and you may need to...
Genetic discrimination in the workplace is unlawful at the federal level in the U.S. This type of discrimination can affect hiring decisions, promotions, job assignments and other employment practices. And while it is a lesser-known kind of mistreatment than, say...
There’s been a lot of drama around the U.S. Supreme Court recently, certain justices and some highly divisive rulings. However, a recent (and rare) unanimous ruling will make it a little easier for employees to prevail in discrimination claims. The ruling addresses...
Unless specified otherwise in an employment contract, workers in Pennsylvania are employed at will. What this means is that they can be terminated at any time without notice. At the same time, it also means that employees can walk away from a job if they want to...
At a time when people can connect with each other any time of the day or night through all forms of electronic means, a person’s workday often doesn’t end when they go home. That can be a benefit when someone needs flexible hours. However, it also means that some...
Employees have the right to expect to have a workplace free of discrimination. Yet, there are several different types of discrimination that still occur in Pennsylvania workplaces. One of them is racial discrimination. Racial discrimination can stem from various...