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Why was I Denied Unemployment Benefits?
Many people apply for unemployment benefits in the hopes of finding financial relief during uncertain times. Unfortunately, many...
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Kirstin Kennedy
Apr 10, 20202 min read
FMLA Expanded in Response to Coronavirus Pandemic
In response to the employment crisis related to the global Coronavirus pandemic, the federal government recently passed a law to support...
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Kirstin Kennedy
Apr 9, 20202 min read
Federal Emergency Paid Leave Available to Many
Due to a recent federal law, a form of emergency paid leave is available to workers who, because of the global Covid-19 pandemic, are...
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Kirstin Kennedy
Apr 9, 20202 min read
What is the Families First Coronavirus Response Act?
The response in Pennsylvania to global pandemic of Covid-19, known as the Coronavirus, has impacted every facet of daily life for all...
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Kirstin Kennedy
Apr 9, 20202 min read
Unemployment Basics for Pennsylvania Employers
If you are an employer in the Pennsylvania, it is important for you to be familiar with the basics of the Commonwealth’s unemployment...
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David Manes
Apr 7, 20202 min read
Discovery : What does it mean?
Discovery is the phase before a case goes to trial and arguably is the most important part of a case. The length and scope of the...
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David Manes
Apr 3, 20203 min read
The Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (FLSA)
The Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (FLSA) is a United States labor law intended to protect workers against unfair pay practices and...
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David Manes
Mar 27, 20202 min read
What You Need to Know About Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (“Title VII”) is a federal law prohibiting employment practices that discriminate on the basis...
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Kirstin Kennedy
Mar 27, 20202 min read
The Status of Your Unemployment Claim During the Coronavirus
Those who have suffered from loss of employment as a result of the Coronavirus may be eligible to collect unemployment compensation...
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Kirstin Kennedy
Mar 27, 20202 min read
Unemployment Eligibility and the Coronavirus in Pennsylvania
The spread of and response to COVID-19, known as the Coronavirus, has caused an absolutely unprecedented onslaught of claims for...
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David Manes
Mar 24, 20202 min read
National Labor Relations Board and the National Labor Relations Act
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) is charged with enforcing and regulating the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA). The NLRA is a...
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David Manes
Mar 20, 20203 min read
The Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Act: What does it mean to me?
Medical marijuana became legalized in Pennsylvania in 2016 and in February of 2018 medical marijuana became available to patients at...
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David Manes
Mar 17, 20202 min read
The Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) of 1994
The Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) of 1994 was passed to protect the civilian employment of military...
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David Manes
Mar 16, 20202 min read
At-Will Employment: What does it mean?
Are you an at-will employee? How do you find out? Generally, at-will employment is the default type of employment. In Pennsylvania, this...
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Kirstin Kennedy
Mar 13, 20202 min read
Medical Certifications May be Needed for FMLA
When you apply for leave through the Family and Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”), your employer may request that you submit a medical...
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Kirstin Kennedy
Mar 12, 20202 min read
Can I Be Fired for Using FMLA?
The Family and Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”) is a federal program intended to help employees who are in need of an extended period of time...
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graceylk
Mar 12, 20202 min read
How Does Tipped Minimum Wage Work?
As of March 2020, Pennsylvania allows employers to take a tip credit towards the wages of an employee. Wage is any compensation due to...
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graceylk
Mar 4, 20202 min read
Pittsburgh - Paid Sick Days Act
Originally passed in 2015, The Paid Sick Days Act for Pittsburgh made its way in front of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court after being...
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Kirstin Kennedy
Jan 3, 20203 min read
FMLA May Cover Leave for Stress, Anxiety, or Depression
The experience of extreme stress, anxiety, and depression can impact many facets of life – including employment. In order to be a...
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Kirstin Kennedy
Dec 4, 20192 min read
Can I Use FMLA for My Maternity Leave?
Pregnancy is an exciting time for soon-to-be moms and dads, but it can also be very stressful when it comes to planning for time off from...
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