Key Takeaways: For employers and employees evaluating a 2026 non-compete agreement in Pennsylvania, enforceability depends on the agreement’s purpose, timing, scope, and industry. Pennsylvania courts scrutinize these restraints because they can limit a worker’s ability to earn a living, but properly tailored covenants may still be enforced. Are Non-Competes Enforceable...
When you are in a job interview, a prospective employer may ask you a range of questions about your education, your experience, and what unique qualities you bring to the position. However, if you are applying for a job in Philadelphia, the person conducting the interview may not ask you...
Hourly workers in Philadelphia face a range of challenges, including unpredictable schedules, childcare and transportation issues, and getting enough hours to make ends meet. If an employee gets their hours cut without any warning, or a shift is added after they have already made plans, this unpredictable schedule can make it...
It is illegal for employers to treat employees differently, or less favorably, because of their race, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. This includes language discrimination, which is considered a subset of national origin discrimination. In today’s diverse work environment, many employees come from different backgrounds...
Workplace discrimination continues to be an unfortunate reality across a range of industries. While there are federal and state laws in place that prohibit discriminatory behavior based on one’s race, religion, nation of origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic, workplace discrimination can damage your career, jeopardize...
If your employer treats you unfairly in the workplace due to your race, religion, nation of origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic, they could face legal consequences. Two of the most commonly cited complaints involve discrimination claims and retaliation claims. While these terms are often used...