Employment Law, Demystified.

Plain-language guides on Pennsylvania employment law — UC appeals, severance review, wage theft, wrongful termination. Written by attorneys, for workers.

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Severance
Apr 22, 2026 · 6 min read

Five Red Flags in a Severance Agreement You're Being Asked to Sign

Most severance agreements include clauses that quietly waive your right to sue, restrict future employment, and bind you to confidentiality. Here's what to look for.

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Wrongful Termination
Apr 18, 2026 · 9 min read

Was Your Firing Wrongful? The Four Elements PA Courts Look For

Pennsylvania is an at-will employment state — but "at-will" doesn't mean unlimited. Here are the four legal elements that turn a firing into a wrongful termination claim.

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Wage Theft
Apr 14, 2026 · 7 min read

Recovering Unpaid Overtime: FLSA vs. PA Wage Payment Law

Workers can pursue unpaid overtime under both federal and state law — and the rules are different. Here's how to know which path will recover the most for you.

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Unemployment
Apr 10, 2026 · 5 min read

Your UC Hearing Is in Two Weeks: A Day-by-Day Prep Checklist

UC hearings are fast, formal, and unforgiving. If you have one coming up, here's exactly what to do each day leading into it — from documents to witnesses to testimony prep.

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Discrimination
Apr 5, 2026 · 8 min read

Retaliation Claims: What Counts as "Protected Activity" in Pennsylvania?

Not every complaint to HR is legally protected. Here's the line between activity that the law shields and activity that doesn't — and why it matters for your case.

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Discrimination
Mar 30, 2026 · 7 min read

"Hostile Work Environment" — What That Phrase Actually Means in Court

"Hostile work environment" is one of the most misused legal phrases. Here's what it actually requires under PA and federal law — and what doesn't qualify.

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