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Employer Must Present Substantial and Competent Evidence of an Employee's Violation of a Work Rule to Challenge the Employee's Request for Unemployment Compensation.
A common reason an employer will terminate an employee is when the employee violates a work rule. If the employee then files for unemployment ...
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Marc A. Scaringi, Esq.
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Pennsylvania Is an "At-Will" Employment State
Pennsylvania is what is known as an “At-Will” employment state. This means that, as an employee, you are generally free to leave your job at any time ...
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Scaringi Law
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PA Superior Court Rules Mother Cannot Have the Child's Godmother Adopt the Child Unless Mother Relinquishes her Parental Rights
Mother wanted her child to be adopted by the child’s Godmother. Mother was single. Godmother was married to her husband, the child’s Godfather, and ...
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Scaringi Law
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Federal Court Upholds Firearms Rights For 18-20-Year-Olds
The federal Third Circuit Court of Appeals, which covers Pennsylvania, ruled on January 18, 2024, in the case of Lara v. Commissioner, State Police, ...
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Scaringi Law
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Should I Trademark the Name of My Business?
Deciding whether to trademark the name of your business is a significant consideration that can feel both overwhelming and paramount in protecting ...
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Scaringi Law
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What Do I Do If I Believe My Employer Is Retaliating Against Me?
If you suspect that your employer is retaliating against you, it's perfectly natural to feel a mix of emotions — confusion, fear, frustration, and a ...
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Scaringi Law
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Who Gets the House When a Cohabitating Couple Splits Up?
Breaking up with a partner is rarely an easy experience, but when you and your partner live together, the stakes can feel much higher. When a ...
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Scaringi Law
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Navigating Estate Planning as a Stepparent
Estate planning as a stepparent can come with its unique, complex web of emotional and legal considerations. The familial bonds formed with ...
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Scaringi Law
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