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A termination clause should be included in an executive employment agreement. It should define what constitutes "cause" including any offenses to the company or shareholders. The definition of "cause," in many cases, is vague and unclear. A worse case scenario is when the employee doesn't know what they did that warranted their termination.

We can help employees or groups of employees with workplace issues and claims. There are many rights available to you, regardless of whether you were wrongly paid, have suffered workplace harassment or discrimination or are facing wrongful termination. We have represented hundreds if employees in negotiations, mediations, arbitrations, and in litigation in both federal and state courts. As passionate and knowledgeable employees advocates, we can help to understand your rights and make informed decisions in your case. Contact our Philadelphia employment lawyer today.

Apart from providing substantial perks, the golden parachute clauses provide significant severance packages for executives who leave. These benefits may include a substantial salary, bonuses and vested status within retirement plans. They can be a great source of income when executives are looking for a job.

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Both employers and workers would be benefited by an increase in the minimum wages. It will generate more local business and lower the cost for state services. Businesses that are struggling to fill vacant positions would be benefited by it. The state house's Republicans believe that the market should determine minimum wage increases.

All employment law services are covered by us. This includes whistleblower, harassment and discrimination, wage and hours, wrongful termination claims and advice and representation in severance negotiations, equity agreements, non-competition agreement, and any other contract negotiations.

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There are many ways to avoid non-solicitation of executive employment agreements. You must first be cautious not to sign non-solicitation agreements if you aren't ready to leave the company. There are many traps that non-solicitation agreements may fall into that you don't even know about. Non-solicitation agreements can be hidden in retirement plans, share options, bonus awards, and other financial arrangements.

The assistance of an experienced Philadelphia employment attorney can help to understand the arguments against you and protect your rights as an employer. Our law group is there to help you ensure fair and ethical treatment of yourself and others.

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Discrimination against qualified employees with disabilities can be prohibited by the Americans with Disabilities Act or Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. These laws may not apply to every situation but they are intended to protect employers from discriminating towards these employees. Employers are required make reasonable accommodations to ensure employees are comfortable.

Inflation reduced the real value for the federal minimum salary, which is also Pennsylvania’s minimum wage. Philadelphia's min wage is among the lowest-paid in large U.S. metros. Since 2006 Philadelphia's min wage has fallen below its national minimum. The direction of minimum-wage trends in Philadelphia in the post COVID-19 era will be affected by Philadelphia's economy and policy decisions.

An executive employment agreement may include a golden parachute. This version of the golden parachut can include equity and certain stock options.

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Inflation has eroded Philadelphia's minimum salary

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Even though liquidated damages are increasingly popular in the nonsolicitation clause they are not always enforceable. If your employee steals customers from the company, a nonsolicitation clause may not suffice to stop him taking over the business.

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Executive employment agreements often cover compensation, benefits as well as equity grants. They can also include termination. One of the most controversial topics among all is termination provisions. It's crucial to include a comprehensive clause for termination in your executive employment agreement. Here's the information you need.

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According to the Pennsylvania Department of Workforce Development more than one-third of Philadelphians earn the minimum wage. This percentage is much higher for Hispanics, blacks, and those with no college degree. Philadelphia's minimum-wage workers are predominantly young and nonwhite. They also come in a variety of ages, with 62% of them under 25 years old, and 58% of prime working age.

Employers must not only provide paid sick leaves, but also post a notice in employees' handbooks explaining their policies. The Mayor's or designee will provide the poster. Employers must provide sufficient notice in their employee handbooks. If the handbooks do no exist, employers should provide written notice to employees. This notice should be provided in English as well as the language of at most five percent of employees.

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Philadelphia has the lowest minimum wages floor in America. While voters approved a ballot initiative to increase the minimum wage floor from $15 an hour to $15, the state prohibits local governments from increasing the minimum wage. Pennsylvania is one 27 state that has pre-emption laws which prevent local governments raising the minimum wage. Philadelphia has less than half the minimum wage earners who are full-time employed. They are predominantly Hispanic, non-white, young, and female.

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If the law is consistent across all employees, employers can request a doctor’s notice from employees who are sick. Employers should limit doctor's note requests to verify that employees are receiving health care but not diagnose their illness. Employers should search local and state laws governing paid sick leaves to determine which regulations apply.

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Employers must include in their employee handbook a notice explaining the policies they have. The Mayor's office will give the poster to the designated individual. Employers must include adequate notice in the employee handbooks. If they do not have them, employers must provide written notice. This notice must include at least five percentage of the workforce in English.

Someone needs to hold an employer responsible for mistreating their employees. It can be daunting for employees to begin this process. The Lacy Employment Law Firm is ready to help you build a strong case to protect your interests, whether you have been treated unfairly on the work place or need to level the playing fields while negotiating a contract.

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Employment law is much more than workplace discrimination. You might need legal counsel to help with employment agreements, contract negotiations, or a severance agreement review. There is also law that applies specifically to public sector employees. New Jersey employment laws differ from Philadelphia employment laws. And there are aspects of business law with an employment element as well. Perhaps you saw some illegal activity at work, then you can bring whistleblower claims. Did you suffer a personal injury at work? Then you have a workers compensation claim. Maybe your employer is accusing you of breaching a non-compete agreement or taking trade secrets with you to a new company. You will definitely need us in this case. There are so many different aspects of employment law. Give us a call and find out.