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’...
Coatesville, Pennsylvania Law Blog
We had a contract, but they didn’t follow through
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...
Age-related severance agreements must meet certain requirements
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...
How do I protect my rights if I am in a serious car accident?
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...
What is a whistleblower and when can I become one?
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...
The qualities you need in an executor
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...
Is your will probate-proof? 3 common issues with PA wills
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...
You and your spouse must modify your wills to include your step kids
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...
When should I update my will?
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...
Can your employer fire you for pumping at work?
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...