The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal labor law that gives employees certain rights. Under the FMLA, eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for family or medical issues without fear of losing their job or other retaliation. However,...
Month: December 2018
Workers’ comp and unemployment compensation are not the same
The state of Pennsylvania is known for having a dedicated workforce that has contributed to the health and growth of its beautiful cities. Unfortunately, the risk of accidental injury is a constant companion for many of the hardworking people residing in the state...
Looking for signs of employer retaliation
Sometimes employees witness wrongdoing in their places of work. Many choose to do nothing for fear of jeopardizing their employment, but others decide to speak out about this wrongdoing. It is praiseworthy to step up and do the right thing when we see something wrong....
The workplace is full of slip and fall hazards during winter
Winter can be one of the most perilous times of the year for all workers. While many are becoming increasingly aware of the dangers present on the road, there are still plenty of people who do not consider the hazards in their daily routines at work. Just as the risk...
Dealing with a sexual harassment allegation
When an employee accuses a colleague or manager of sexual harassment, the investigation is often handled within the company. In some cases, companies will bring in an independent investigator to help ensure that the investigation is impartial -- perhaps because the...