Pennsylvania Gratuity Laws 2020
Many thousands of people in Pennsylvania work jobs where they are tipped regularly, including wait staff, bellhops, taxi drivers, hair stylists and bartenders, to name just a few. For some, it can be a quite lucrative profession that allows them to earn more than what their employer pays them. But …
Paying Overtime to Direct Care Workers
A career in the home health care industry is both rewarding and stable. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment for home health aides and personal care aides is expected to grow 41 percent by 2026 — much faster than other occupations.
If you work in home health …
Phishing Emails at Work: Is Your Job at Risk?
In today’s work environment, many employees read and answer emails as part of their everyday tasks. Unfortunately, hackers can use phishing scams and malware to access company systems.
While many companies today have security training to help employees identify and avoid risky emails, human error still poses a risk. Fake …
Are Inconvenient Working Hours a Form of Discrimination?
Most employers across America set a strict schedule for their employees to clock in and out every day. If these hours amount to inconvenience — such as in cases of disability or caring for young children — does this inflexibility count as workplace discrimination?
While inflexible work schedules are still …
The Importance of Reviewing Your Employee Handbook
When you’re hired for a new job, the immediate feeling is almost always one of excitement. A new workplace, new coworkers, new opportunities, perhaps better pay and more benefits. But when you accept a new job, you’re also moving into an unfamiliar situation. Whether your job is with a small, …