Recent Decision Demonstrates Need for Careful Crafting of Restrictive Covenants

A recent appellate decision by the Superior Court of Pennsylvania underscores the need for employers to carefully review the language of restrictive covenants and illustrates how a lack of precision can result in uncertainty and costly litigation. 

Philadelphia Ordinance Banning Questions About Salary History Has Been Stayed

As you may recall, on January 23, 2017, Philadelphia became the first city in the country to pass an ordinance prohibiting employers from inquiring about a prospective employee’s salary history. 

Are Electronic Signatures Valid for Employment Related Agreements?

In our ever increasing digital age, it should come as no surprise that employers are frequently turning to the use of electronic signatures.  But will they hold up in court? Developing case law suggests yes but there are additional hurdles employers must be aware of with electronic signatures. The “I Never Electronically Signed Anything” Defense 

Can Employers Fire Employees Participating in ‘A Day Without Immigrants’ National Strike?

Employers considering firing employees for participating in ‘A Day Without Immigrants' strike, or any strike for that matter, need to keep in mind the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA).  This law applies to both union and non-unionized employers and gives employees the right to engage in “concerted activities” for purposes of “mutual aid or protection.” It is an unfair labor practice for an employer to interfere with employees in the exercise of such a right.  Courts, as well as the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), which enforces the NLRA, interpret this right very broadly.  But there typically needs to be a link to working conditions before an employee’s activity is deemed protected.

Archer Employment Attorneys Outline Top HR Issues Facing Employer

Shelley Smith to Present at DRI’s 19th Annual Personal Injury Practicum