Articles Posted in Pennsylvania

Businesses insisting on negative COVID-19 tests is, like, so three weeks ago.

August 12, 2020 | by Eric B. Meyer

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The other day, I read this story about a local attorney who appeared in court in person — even though she knew that her young son was at home with COVID-19. Her decision so inflamed the judge that he immediately closed the courtroom and had the sheriff’s deputies remove the lawyer from the courthouse.

But then the president judge then took it one step further.

This lawyer can admit when he was wrong. 🤦‍♂️ Just don’t tell anyone, ok? 😉

July 16, 2020 | by Eric B. Meyer

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While I sit here and eat a little crow, you be on the lookout for pigs flying. Continue reading

We see you, Pennsylvania Department of Health. We see what you did there.

July 14, 2020 | by Eric B. Meyer

Gov. Wolf, Secretary Levine Provide Updated Guidance, Stress Need for Compliance as Cases Rise

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Last week, I posted here about how several states, including the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, has new quarantine rules for out-of-state travel. For example, the Pennsylvania Department of Health posted this information on its “COVID-19 Information for Travelers.”

This case has nothing to do with COVID-19. But, it could prevent a return-to-work lawsuit.

May 27, 2020 | by Eric B. Meyer

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As part of return-to-work from COVID-19, sadly, some employees are not going to return to work. Continue reading

Bookmark This! PA and NJ have plans to reopen non-essential businesses. And a Friday FB live!

April 28, 2020 | by Eric B. Meyer

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About a week ago, I blogged here about the White House’s three-step plan to reopen America. Slowly, the states are following suit by unveiling their own phased programs. Continue reading

The types of COVID-19 lawsuits that employers can expect. Part Two: FFCRA

April 23, 2020 | by Eric B. Meyer

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The paint has barely dried on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act and we already have our first lawsuit.

And it’s right in my backyard. Continue reading

What’s on tap today? New COVID-19 guidance from the EEOC and CDC. And it’s Facebook Live at noon EDT.

April 10, 2020 | by Eric B. Meyer

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You’ve hit the trifecta!
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Yes, you can have your cake and eat it too.

April 7, 2020 | by Eric B. Meyer

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Just wash your hands first and stay away from my cake.

Dibs on the cherry eyes!

Oh, it’s back on in Pennsylvania as new salary-level test hikes are approved.

February 4, 2020 | by Eric B. Meyer

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The wage-and-hour pendulum has once again shifted in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Nerdiest. Pendulum. Ever.
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Yes, if you get fired (or not hired) for holding a PA medical marijuana card, you can sue.

December 4, 2019 | by Eric B. Meyer

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With a big ‘ol tip of the cap to Phil Miles, Esq. over at Lawffice Space (here) and Daniel Cummins at Tort Talk (here), we’ve got some news that should interest Pennsylvania employers. Continue reading

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