When a Central Pennsylvania employer has to make the difficult decision to let an employee go, they should consider offering a severance agreement. Severance agreements are not mandatory under Pennsylvania law, so companies do not have to offer them. However,...
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Software tools can contribute to disability discrimination
Expanding opportunities for individuals with disabilities requires employers to navigate numerous issues: interview questions, providing for reasonable accommodations upon an employee’s request, and maintaining confidentiality. Businesses, however, continue to...
Why do you need to update your employee manual?
Most Hershey area businesses understand the importance of an employee manual. A thorough employee manual is often one of the most important documents for your business. There are many important purposes the manual covers, including: Communicating expectations and...
The WARN Act: What is the employee job loss notification period?
In Pennsylvania and across the United States, many people are understandably concerned about their job status. The economy has been challenging and many businesses are struggling. Since Pennsylvania functions under at-will employment, many workers can simply be...
When will a worker be classified as an independent contractor?
It is important that employers in Pennsylvania properly classify workers as either employees or independent contractors. This is because employees have rights to employment-based benefits including health insurance and retirement benefits, as well as rights to...
Why your business should be using progressive discipline
Although much of owning a business is about increasing market share and maximizing profits, true success also requires you to implement risk mitigation strategies. If you can reduce or eliminate the possibility of being found legally liable for damages caused to other...