#PHRC

David Manes

Oct 26, 2016
2 min

What Is PHRC And What Does It Do?

Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC) does on the state level what EEOC does on the national level. Basically, the goal is to prevent and prohibit discrimination. PHRC upholds the state laws and ensures that they are followed in every capacity. With this in mind, PHRC formed to uphold the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act and the Pennsylvania Fair Educational Opportunities Act. These state laws cover much of the same areas as the Title VII. However, they are more spec

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How to Sue Your Boss for Sexual Harassment

David Manes

Jul 28, 2015
2 min

How to Sue Your Boss for Sexual Harassment

You can sue your boss for sexual harassment in the workplace What is Sexual Harassment? Sexual harassment is a type of sex discrimination prohibited by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Since Title VII is a federal law, you can file a sexual harassment lawsuit against your boss in federal court. Conduct that may be considered sexual harassment includes: Unwelcome sexual advances Requests for sexual favors Verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature You should take

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How to Sue Your Employer for Discrimination

David Manes

Jul 13, 2015
2 min

How to Sue Your Employer for Discrimination

You can Sue for Workplace Discrimination Discrimination has no place in the workplace. Employees and job applicants should not be subjected to discrimination in any form. Fortunately, state and federal laws are in place to protect these individuals from unlawful discrimination and provide them options for recourse. It is illegal to discriminate against an employee or job applicant for any of the following reasons: Race Color Religion Sex (including pregnancy) National origin

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How to Sue Your Employer for Age Discrimination

David Manes

Jul 7, 2015
2 min

How to Sue Your Employer for Age Discrimination

Federal and state laws serve protected individuals by: Prohibiting discrimination in every aspect of employment Protecting them from harassment because of age Prohibiting employment policies and practices that have a negative impact on those aged 40 or over If you believe you have an age discrimination case and would like to sue your employer, you should contact an employment attorney. He or she can guide you through the steps necessary to file a lawsuit. Before You Can Sue Y

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How to Sue Your Employer for Disability Discrimination

David Manes

Jul 6, 2015
2 min

How to Sue Your Employer for Disability Discrimination

How to Sue Your Employer for Discrimination It is illegal for an employer to treat its employees or applicants unfavorably because of a disability. This type of discrimination occurs when an employee or applicant has a disability, has a history of a disability, or is believed to have an impairment that is not transitory and minor and is treated unfairly because of it. Both federal and state laws serve employees and applicants by: Prohibiting disability discrimination in all a

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David Manes

Jul 3, 2015
2 min

How to File an EEOC Lawsuit

Before You File an EEOC Lawsuit Before you can file a lawsuit against an employer, you typically must file a Charge of Discrimination with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”), a federal agency that enforces civil rights laws. If you file a charge with the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (“PHRC”), you can request that it be automatically filed with the EEOC as well. The EEOC will investigate your charge and eventually dismiss it. Upon dismissal, you wi

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David Manes

Nov 19, 2014
3 min

How do I initiate an Employment Discrimination Lawsuit?

If you have been subjected to a hostile/abusive work environment, harassment or unfair treatment because of your race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability, you may be able to bring an employment discrimination lawsuit against your Employer. However, under Pennsylvania Law, before you are able to bring an employment discrimination lawsuit against your Employer, you must first bring your complaint (also known as a “charge”) before a state or federal adminis

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David Manes

Sep 30, 2014
3 min

Is the PHRC guilty of engaging in discriminatory behavior? Former Investigator for PHRC files a laws

The Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (“PHRC”) is tasked with the job of eliminating discrimination in the workplace. The mission of the PHRC is to “administer and enforce the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act and the Pennsylvania Fair Educational Opportunities Act through investigation, identification and elimination of unlawful discrimination and the promotion of equal opportunity for all persons.” But are employees of the PHRC also included under that mission? In a

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David Manes

Sep 22, 2014
3 min

KM&A Files Suit For Civil Rights Investigator Against The State Agency Responsible for Eliminat

Williams v. PHRC Complaint Exhibit A KM&A Press Release – Williams v. PHRC federal lawsuit FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 22, 2014 PITTSBURGH, PA, Sep 22, 2014 – Former civil rights investigator Cheryl Williams filed a federal discrimination suit on Monday against the state agency responsible for eliminating discrimination. Williams alleges that the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission discriminated against her on the basis of her disability, race, sex, and age. One side

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David Manes

Jul 28, 2014
3 min

How to file an Employment Discrimination Lawsuit

Pennsylvania is an “at-will” employment state, which means an Employer can terminate an Employee for any reason whatsoever (provided there is not an employment contract). The Employer can legally terminate an Employee for wearing a blue shirt or driving a particular vehicle. However, there are some instances where an Employer cannot legally terminate an Employee. The most common examples that come to mind are: (1) disability, (2) age, (3) race, (4) gender or (5) religion. If

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