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HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC) has mandated Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den, LLC to compensate a former employee with $66,268.03. This ruling comes after a …
Justice Served: PHRC Orders $66K Payout in Landmark Anti-Retaliation Ruling Read More LEBANON, PA — In a critical enforcement of labor laws, the U.S. Department of Labor has successfully secured a summary judgment in federal court to recover over $1 million in …
Court Ruling Secures $1 Million in Back Wages for Pennsylvania Home Care Workers Read More
PITTSBURGH, PA— The U.S. Department of Labor has successfully recovered $326,000 in back wages and damages for 504 employees of Passavant Memorial Homes, a Pittsburgh-area operator of residential homes. This …
Shocking Wage Scandal: How 504 Workers Were Shortchanged Until a $326K Recovery Exposed the Truth! Read More
WILKES-BARRE, PA — In a decisive move to uphold labor rights, the U.S. Department of Labor recently recovered $1.3 million in back wages, withheld tips, and liquidated damages for 51 employees …
U.S. Department of Labor Recovers $1.3 Million for Wilkes-Barre Restaurant Workers Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced a settlement this week with PetSmart LLC, resolving allegations that the company misled employees regarding the costs of its pet groomer/stylist training programs.
PetSmart Settles with Pennsylvania Attorney General Over Training Repayment Practices Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — As September 4, 2024, approaches, businesses are grappling with the implications of the Federal Trade Commission‘s (FTC) new rule on noncompete agreements. Gawthrop Greenwood, a West …
Federal Courts Issue Conflicting Rulings on Noncompete Agreements, Creating Uncertainty for Employers Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has introduced a new online resource aimed at helping school bus drivers and other seasonal workers apply for Unemployment …
Pennsylvania Launches Online Resource for School Bus Drivers Seeking Unemployment Benefits Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro has honored members of the Department of Labor & Industry‘s (L&I) Unemployment Compensation (UC) leadership team with the Governor’s Awards for Excellence. This team …
Pennsylvania’s Unemployment Compensation Team Honored for Clearing Pandemic Backlog Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Tuesday, the Senate Labor & Industry Committee approved Senator Maria Collett’s (D-12 Montgomery) Family Care Act, also known as Senate Bill 580, with an 8-3 vote. …
Pennsylvania Senate Committee Passes Family Care Act for Paid Leave Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Senate Labor and Industry Committee voted on Wednesday to advance Senate Bill 841. Sponsored by Senator Christine Tartaglione (D-2) and Frank Farry (R-6), the bill …
Pennsylvania Senate Moves Forward with Bill to Enhance Worker Rights on Prevailing Wage Projects Read More