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can you get fired for being sick
Workplace Violations
Andrew Lacy

Can you be fired for being sick?

Everyone needs a sick day every now and then.  Some people get sick more than others. And some people get sick to the point that they fear being fired. Well, as always, it depends. Under federal law, there is no law that protects sick people from being fired.  There is also no law that provides sick people with paid sick

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Workplace Violations
Andrew Lacy

Job Offer Rescinded: Here are Your Options and What to Do Next

You’ve applied for a job. And now you just interviewed for the job.  You’ve given your employer notice that you will be quitting your job in two weeks.  But, unexpectedly, your new employer decides to rescind your job offer.   Of course, you’re probably upset.  These things shouldn’t happen.  But you should also know that you have options if it does. 

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False Accusations - Gossip
Harassment
Andrew Lacy

Can I Sue My Employer for False Accusations?

Your employer has made a false accusation against you.  They aren’t true.  And you are not sure what you should do.  Perhaps these accusations have damaged your reputation.   Maybe other employers have heard these accusations.  And they are now preventing you from getting another job. Under these circumstances, you may be asking yourself, “Can I Sue My Employer for False

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(2021) Philadelphia Minimum Wage Laws: What You Need to Know
Workplace Violations
Andrew Lacy

(2021) Philadelphia Minimum Wage Laws: What You Need to Know

Minimum wage in Philadelphia has been stuck at $7.25 for years.  I’m sure you’re wondering if they are ever going to raise it. Unfortunately, from the data, it looks like we are going to have to wait for President Biden to raise the minimum wage across the county.   As of right now, the minimum wage in Philadelphia is $7.25

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