The Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) proposed a rule that would stop employers from imposing noncompete agreements upon their employees. This rule is not in effect, and is in the early stages of the administrative process.
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Marijuana, while illegal under federal law, has been legalized for medical use in many states, including in Pennsylvania. Employees may wonder how Pennsylvania’s Medical Marijuana Act (“MMA”) affects their work. As background information, Penns…
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The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal law that protects employees to when they need to take a leave of absence due to a family health situation. It allows up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for a broad scope of medical conditions and sever…
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When an employee, especially an executive, high-ranking manager, or physician starts a new job, they often enter into a contract with their employer. These types of agreements can address the employee’s responsibilities, the length of employment, a…
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