Sidney L. Gold Announced as Top Attorney on 2020 Philly Happening List

Philly Happening, an online news and events publication, announced their 2020 Philly Happening List. Sidney L. Gold of Sidney L. Gold & Associates, P.C. has been chosen as the top spot in the attorney category. The Happening List consists of various categories, including places, people, and events. Each category is broken down into subcategories to […]

http://www.discrimlaw.net/news_releases/sidney-gold-top-attorney-philly/

COVID-19 Reshapes Employment Laws

During these times of uncertainty in our country, many laws are changing and daily life that we once knew is currently on hold. The Coronavirus (COVID-19) has required many employers to either close their offices or implement new rules during the work day to protect the health and safety of their staff. Although many workers […]

http://www.discrimlaw.net/2020/03/30/covid-19-employment-laws/

What Should Employees Know About the COVID-19 Paid Leave Act?

During this time of uncertainty among employees, it is important to stay updated on the status of the new paid leave legislation. United States employees are struggling during this difficult time and are relying on their employers and the government to provide adequate financial support. Employees should stay informed on the new employment laws and […]

http://www.discrimlaw.net/2020/03/25/employees-covid-19-paid-leave-act/

Database Reveals Lack of Sexual Harassment Policies in the Workplace

For decades, sexual harassment cases have been common in the workplace; there is a massive disconnect between men and women and their roles. The inequality between genders has grown even larger with a company’s use of non-disclosure agreements, arbitration policies, and other confidential contracts that prevent a victim of sexual harassment to speak up. With […]

http://www.discrimlaw.net/2020/03/20/sexual-harassment-policies-workplace/

Emergency COVID-19 Sick Leave Bill Signed into Congress

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act was signed into law by the President of the United States on March 18, 2020. The act will become official on April 2, 2020 and will apply to government workers and private sector employers with less than 500 employees. Due to the outbreak of the Coronavirus, the President and […]

http://www.discrimlaw.net/2020/03/19/emergency-covid-19-sick-leave-bill-signed-into-congress/

Provider Credentialing Biggest Issue for Medical Practices

Having a team of credible health care providers that is up to date on their credentialing is essential for worker efficiency within a medical practice. Without all the essential credentials, staff is not permitted to aid in any medical services. This can lead to a variety of issues for the practice itself, including lost productivity […]

http://www.healthcarelawfirm.net/2020/03/18/provider-credentialing-medical-practices/

What Employees Need to Know Amid the Coronavirus COVID-19 Outbreak

Nationwide, the coronavirus COVID-19 is reaching epic proportions with far-reaching consquences for many. “Social distancing” is quickly becoming the new buzzword. How does this affect businesses and their workers? Employees may have many questions regarding their rights in the workplace – including time off and wages – amid the coronavirus pandemic.  Our legal team is […]

http://www.discrimlaw.net/2020/03/15/what-employees-need-to-know-amid-the-coronavirus-covid-19-outbreak/

COVID-19 Pandemic Leads to Proposal of Emergency Paid Sick Leave Bill

New legislation was introduced on March 5 and March 9 by Sen. Patty Murray and Rep. Rosa DeLauro. The proposed bills would allow workers to accumulate up to 56 hours of paid sick leave and require employers to provide 112 additional hours during public health emergencies. This legislation comes from the recent COVID-19 pandemic that […]

http://www.discrimlaw.net/2020/03/13/covid-19-pandemic-leads-to-proposal-of-emergency-paid-sick-leave-bill/

How Should I Handle Workplace Discrimination?

Women have been a force in the business world for close to 50 years, but workplace discrimination is still happening, despite crusades like the Women’s Rights Movement and the #MeToo Movement. In a recent poll of 5,000 readers, Good Housekeeping magazine reported that 48 percent of women surveyed had experienced gender discrimination at work. Another […]

http://www.discrimlaw.net/2020/03/12/workplace-discrimination/

Shareholder Resolution Demands Investigation at Comcast

Philadelphia-based media corporation, Comcast, is facing a potential inquiry into its failure to protect employees from sexual harassment. Activist investment firm Arjuna Capital filed a resolution that would require the company to conduct an independent review of incidents of sexual harassment and how the company failed to prevent them. The firm wants a vote on […]

http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2020/03/12/shareholder-resolution-investigation-comcast/

Employee Handbooks Can Be a Company’s Best Defense

Your company’s employee handbook contains more than its mission statement, values, and general rules. It also contains information regarding specific policies and conduct that may prove your company’s best defense when faced with a lawsuit or other claim from an employee. These days, it is especially useful when an employee makes a claim of sexual […]

http://www.discrimlaw.net/2020/03/11/employee-handbooks-companys-defense/

Tech Company Under Investigation for Pregnancy Discrimination

Google has once again made headlines for allegedly questionable behavior on the part of managers toward employees. One of the latest accusations against the technology giant involves discrimination against a female worker who became pregnant. If the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) supports the accuser’s filings against Google, she may choose to pursue a […]

http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2020/03/11/pregnancy-discrimination/

Fixing the Corporate Approach to Addressing Sexual Harassment

When the #MeToo movement first took hold, it exposed sexual harassment in the entertainment world. Since then, it has expanded to other industries, such as media and politics, and there is still plenty of work to be done. Like most problems, solving this is a matter of going to the source, as well as addressing […]

http://www.discrimlaw.net/2020/03/04/corporate-addressing-sexual-harassment/

What Resources Does a Physician Have in Court?

Physicians can find themselves caught in lawsuits that affect their ability to care for their patients by challenging laws they worked to have passed or dealing with licensing issues, staff privileges, and malpractice. Having to face these charges can be overwhelming, and it is good to know that in addition to experienced physician lawyers, the […]

http://www.healthcarelawfirm.net/2020/03/03/resources-physician-court/

What is the Best Way to File a Complaint with HR?

When there is an issue at work, it can force the affected individual to feel uncomfortable or have low morale. This can ultimately affect the individual’s productivity, their comfortability, and their overall satisfaction at the organization. Some may wonder whether their issue is worth filing a complaint to Human Resources (HR), while others may be […]

http://www.discrimlaw.net/2020/03/03/file-complaint-hr/

Practical Tips for Workplace Romances

Lasting relationships start when two people meet on the job and begin dating. It is not uncommon for work to bring together likeminded people who end up becoming romantically involved. There is nothing inherently wrong with finding love at work, but dating a coworker can be complicated. No couple wants their employers dictating their dating […]

http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2020/03/03/tips-workplace-romances/