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Pennsylvania employers must be cautious about adjusting their minimum wage. Employers are required to pay at least $684 per worker or $355,568 per calendar year under the PA Minimum Wage Act. Employers should ensure that they keep track of hours worked and pay overtime for work hours that exceed the threshold.
The minimum wage in Philadelphia is just one part of the equation to alleviate poverty. The minimum wage has an impact on not only how much a worker makes but also how many hours he or she works. Numerous studies have shown that increasing the minimum wage not only benefits the economy but also keeps young people off the streets.
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Employers must post a notice stating their sick-leave policy, in addition to offering paid sick time. This notice must be in English, as well as any other language that is used by 5% or more of the workforce. Employers should also include adequate notice in employee handbooks. Employers must also provide written notice to employees if they do not have handbooks. This notice must include information about the employee's hours worked and their annual salary.
Title VII of 1964's Civil Rights Act of 1964 makes discrimination based upon national origin illegal. Employers cannot discriminate against employees based upon their race, religion, or nationality. This law applies to employers with 15 or more employees as well as employment agencies and state and local governments as federal government agencies.
Philadelphia recently passed new legislation that will require employers offer sick leave for employees. COVID-19 (a Philadelphia law) is a section of the code that addresses "promoting healthy workplaces” as well as pandemics. It will require all health care providers to offer sick leave for employees who become infected by the COVID-19 viruses. This law will apply to employees in nursing homes and hospitals as well home health professionals. To be eligible, employees need to have worked at the least 40 hours over the past three months.
Pennsylvania's law governing paid sick leave mandates that employers with 10 or more employees must provide sick time for their employees. This law also requires that employers offer paid sick time to workers who work over forty hours per annum. This law does however not cover workers who are hired for less then six months or independent contractors. Additionally, adjunct professors or workers covered by a collective agreement are not subject to the law.
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A provision concerning confidentiality is an important aspect of any executive employment agreement. Executive management employees have often access to sensitive financial and business strategies that could prove to be detrimental to the company if they are not used properly. The majority of this information is protected by statutory Trade Secret Protections. However, the executive employment contract should explicitly outline confidentiality obligations.
Even subtle discrimination can cause legal problems. A company's dress code may not allow for religious attire. If a potential employer asks a job candidate to take off his yarmulke, it can result in the denial of his application. A yarmulke, an integral part of Jewish religious practices, is essential. Religious attire may also be associated with one country or region, and could be discriminatory based on national origin.
The American Community Survey measures Philadelphia poverty and reports that 44,000 people aged 16-plus earned less than $7.25/hour in 2017. People earning less than $7.25 an hour are more likely to have a college education, be Hispanic or young. This data shows that Philadelphia had a minimum wage of $6.25 an hour. It also revealed that 63% of Philadelphians were employed in four different sectors: education services, retail, accommodation and food, and retail trade. Although this percentage has been declining over the past decade it still represents a significant part of Philadelphia's workforce.
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Your job provides you with a source of income that allows you and your family to provide for their needs. Many people find a job that gives them purpose and identity. They can invade someone's home life if there are problems at the office.
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The current federal minimum wage in Philadelphia is $7.25. However, the state legislature has no power to increase it. Because of this, the city can't set the minimum wage. Philadelphia, however, is unable to set its minimum wage. There has been some debate about this.
Philadelphia has one of America's lowest minimum wages. Many residents struggle to make ends meet. The ordinance was signed by Mayor Jim Kenney to raise the minimum wage of some city workers. The Consumer Price Index (all urban consumers) is the basis for the new minimum wages.
Employers are unable to fire disabled workers because discrimination is prohibited by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Employees with disabilities are not allowed to be fired if the company provides reasonable accommodation for them to do their job. This law is only applicable to employers who have more than 15 employees.
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Discrimination against qualified employees with disabilities is prohibited under the Americans with Disabilities Act as well as the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. Although these laws don't cover all cases, they do prevent employers from discriminating. Employers are required by law to provide reasonable accommodation to ensure their employees feel comfortable.
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Philadelphia's minimum income is only one factor in the equation of poverty reduction. The minimum wage not only affects the amount of money a worker earns, but also the hours he/she works. Numerous studies show that raising a minimum wage is not just good for the economy but can also help keep young people off the streets.
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If you are in a legal situation that we might be able provide advice or representation for, we offer a confidential and no-obligation consultation. We will learn about your story, give legal and practical advice, as well as discuss how we can help.
Discrimination on the basis of national origin is a problem that's all too common. Employers don't always understand that discrimination based on national origin or ethnicity is against the law. Employers may not be aware of the serious consequences that could result from their actions. This type of discrimination can be prevented by learning about the laws.
All employment law services will be handled by us, including whistleblower, harassment, wage-and-hour, wage and hour, andwrongful termination claims. We also advise and represent clients in severance negotiations and non-competition agreements, equity arrangements, and other contract negotiations.
Federal law declares that harassment based on race violates the law. In certain instances, an employer might be found responsible for violating federal law. Employees who are less than 18 years old are protected under federal law. The law bans discrimination based in age, race/disability, or marriage.
Philadelphia health care law, regardless of why an employee is absent, requires that employers provide sick time for their employees. Employers must pay at least 80% to employees who require time to recover from illness.
Our legal team brings a wealth of experience to the table in all areas of law, including employees we have advised and claims related to them. Therefore we can effectively represent employees of all levels, from minimum wage workers to CEOs at large companies. We can help, no matter what your situation may be.
Employer discrimination based upon religion is illegal. Employers are prohibited from discriminating against applicants and employees because of their religious beliefs. This federal law also bans the retaliation against employees. You should seek legal representation if you are the victim or a perpetrator of religious discrimination. Burruezo & Burruezo attorneys have experience in handling a variety workplace discrimination cases.
labor harassment lawyersHow do I Recover My Lost Wages?
There are a lot of different practice areas for employment related disputes. Although wage loss might be considered labor law, we handle these types of issues. The Fair Labor Standards Act protects you from your employer stealing your wages. Also, like state anti discrimination laws, PA has anti-wage theft laws that protect you. Wage and hour claims comprise a good portion of the legal issues that we see. Let us help you recover your unpaid wages.
What Other Types of Employment Law Claims Do You Handle?
Employment law is much more than workplace discrimination. You might need legal counsel to help with employment agreements, contract negotiations, or a severance agreement review. There is also law that applies specifically to public sector employees. New Jersey employment laws differ from Philadelphia employment laws. And there are aspects of business law with an employment element as well. Perhaps you saw some illegal activity at work, then you can bring whistleblower claims. Did you suffer a personal injury at work? Then you have a workers compensation claim. Maybe your employer is accusing you of breaching a non-compete agreement or taking trade secrets with you to a new company. You will definitely need us in this case. There are so many different aspects of employment law. Give us a call and find out.