Business contracts are agreements built on trust and upheld by the law. Contracts lie at the heart of most partnerships, deals and employment relationships, and it can be a costly betrayal when one party violates the terms agreed upon in the document. There are multiple ways to settle a dispute t...
Mainstream media has cast new light on workplace sexual harassment in recent years. Every business owner should be aware not only of what constitutes sexual harassment but also how to handle those complaints. Mistakes in responding to a complaint can be costly to a business. Every business owner ...
If you create a will stating how you intend to distribute your assets after your death, it will go through a court authentication process called probate. These proceedings can be lengthy and costly for your grieving family. Thankfully, Pennsylvania law offers several ways to bypass probate. Creat...
Employers must consider state and federal laws when hiring and firing personnel. Employment is at-will in Pennsylvania, meaning managers do not need to give notice or a reason when changing wages and benefits or terminating an associate. However, in some situations, wrongful termination laws appl...
For years, it has been the policy of most, if not all, larger employers in Chester County to have new hires agree that if they ever bring a legal claim of sexual harassment against the company, the matter must go to arbitration instead of trial. This is seen as advantageous for employers because ...
Like other industries, the retail industry has experienced its share of employee discrimination. In some situations, minority workers receive significantly less pay along with fewer opportunities for promotion. A 2015 report revealed that Black and Latino retail workers have higher chances of bei...
Employees are one of the most important assets your business has. When you can create a supportive environment for your employees with disabilities, you can create a welcoming workplace for all of your staff. Part of supporting an employee with a disability is creating accommodations for employee...
In some cases, choosing an executor may be similar to rolling dice. You may be taking a chance. Executors have a great responsibility in settling an estate. This is why great thought and consideration must take place when selecting one. Sometimes, though, the chosen executor may turn into a night...
When you go to work every day, you expect to perform your job duties in exchange for a regular paycheck. Even if you are good at your job, you may have some concerns about your future employment. That is, you may worry about your employer firing you or deciding to reduce the workforce. Like many ...
It is common for people to mention probate when talking about estate planning. If you have not heard the term before, probate is a legal procedure in which the courts supervise the collection, management and distribution of a person's estate after their death. This process can be long and expensi...
Your business wouldn't work without your employees, and the happier they are with their job, the more likely it will be for your business to succeed. Because of this, it is important to take measures to avoid discriminatory practices that could affect your employees' performances. Also, doing thi...
Contractual agreements outline the terms established between two parties. Contracts typically describe what's being exchanged, list the timeframe involved and specify each party's rights and responsibilities. Unfortunately, not everyone commits accordingly. A breach of contract involves the failu...
Severance agreements for departing employees aged 40 and older must adhere to certain requirements or risk being unenforceable in a court of law. If you are among this group, what is your next step once you have a severance agreement in your hands? About severance agreements A severance agreement...
Extreme speeding is a big problem. Although people were driving fewer miles during the pandemic, it appears that the miles they were driving were often much faster than before. Police throughout the country are reporting an increase in the number of tickets they write for motorists driving over 1...
If you have ever seen your employer doing something wrong, you can report their actions and hold them liable for their mistakes. An employee who exposes an employer's wrongful actions is called a whistleblower. In Pennsylvania, the law protects both private and public employees from suffering con...
An executor does crucial work, makes informed decisions and should always remain aware of the goings on within an estate and the potential drama among the heirs. It takes the right kind of person to fulfill an executor's duties, which include working alongside lawyers in settling the estate, payi...
From financial assets to personal possessions, creating a will is essential for ensuring your estate passes on as intended after your death. However, before assets distribute to your beneficiaries, the state must be able to verify that your will is a valid one. If your document contains legal err...
When you and your new spouse were married, you brought together two families into one. You probably had a lot to consider when merging your families, and modifying your estate plan to accommodate your new family situation may have slipped your mind. It's important for you to know what could happe...
Creating an estate plan can take a lot of work. Despite all the effort you went through to determine your beneficiaries, name guardians, appoint a power of attorney, and even create trusts, that is not the end of the work that you need to do. Many life events can call for you to update your will....
If you have given birth, you may be anxious about returning to work when your family leave expires. After all, it can be heart-wrenching to leave a newborn to resume job duties. You should not, however, worry about expressing breast milk at work. Federal law requires most employers to provide amp...
After a severe car accident, victims often discover immediate fallout. People are hurt; their cars are damaged; they need to go to the hospital and make a police report. However, there are other repercussions of a crash that can catch people off guard. These damages can be just as devastating as...
We have discussed common causes of truck accidents on this blog in the past. Understanding the reasons for truck accidents can help Pennsylvania residents prepare for their commute, but there are other safety measures you can take to ensure your protection. Stay clear of blind spots Due to their ...
Normal life is no longer the standard. Every day, individuals and families must adjust to the evolving coronavirus outbreak, taking steps to ensure loved ones – particularly children – are protected and cared for. Employers are expected to be flexible and understanding as well. As part of a broad...
Breast pumping may be vital for your health and the health of your newborn son or daughter. While expressing milk is usually easier at home, you likely have little choice but to pump at work. It can be difficult to return to work after the birth of a new baby. While you may feel a bit out of the...
It is impossible to drive in or near Coatesville without encountering at least one semitruck. This makes sense, as commercial vehicles are the lifeblood of the area's economy. Still, because a tractor-trailer likely outweighs your vehicle by more than 75,000 pounds, it is not hard to see that a c...
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