If you recently reported the company you work for because you believe that they were violating the law, it is likely that you took action because you simply wanted to do the right thing. You probably never considered the possibility that taking this action would have...
Month: April 2019
Why was I denied family medical leave from work?
In 1993, the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) was passed federally. This meant that many employees across the United States were able to prioritize the medical needs of themselves or their family over work for the first time, without fearing being fired. The FMLA is a...
Claiming unemployment compensation as a fired worker
Being fired from your job can happen suddenly and unexpectedly, leaving you with no income and bills to pay. Being fired is always an extremely stressful time, but there are possibilities to take away the strain of the situation. It is possible to claim unemployment...
Teen drivers at high risk during the colder days
Several states broke winter records for their freezing temperatures and excessive snowfall in the first two months of 2019 alone. Since then, Pennsylvanians have been feverishly checking every day to see which roads are closed due to undrivable pavement or a major...
What are my employee rights when serving jury duty?
If you have been summoned to serve jury duty, it is likely that you will have to fulfill your duties. However, you may worry that your income and your career prospects will be affected as a result. It is important that you understand the rights that employees have...